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SUMMARY:Strengthening Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for emergencies: Disasters can take many forms and the financial cost of rebuilding after a disaster can be overwhelming. If you’re prepared for emergencies\, you’ll be in a better position to recover and continue operations should disaster strike. \nSusheel Kumar is a tenured SBA ODR&R employee of 12 years. He started his career with the SBA as a surge employee working for Hurricane Sandy in Dec 2012. \nHe was a banker by for 27 years. He has served in the South East Gulf Coast U.S\, the Tri-State Area & in the CA Metro Markets. His last stint was a First Vice President at Zions Bancorp\, managing a Regional Commercial Banking Center which housed 6 retail branches and a commercial banking unit. Aggregate deposits of $3.2 billion in Loans and $2.8 billion in deposits. \nHe graduated with a MBA in Financial Economics with honors in Finance\, Economics and Management from St. John’s University\, Jamaica\, NY in 1992. \nHe graduated from Tulane University\, New Orleans\, LA in 1986 with a Bachelor’s degree in Science with a minor in Management (B.S.M). \nThis series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Nevada Small Business Development Center\, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center. In collaboration with the Henderson Chamber of Commerce and Launchpad. \nAll are welcome to attend this event. \n**Your information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner\, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.**
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/strengthening-entrepreneurial-women-monthly-meeting-30/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rural Tourism Pitch Competition - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Travel NV and Nevada SBDC are hosting the 2nd annual Rural Tourism Pitch Competition! The weekend workshop is filled with business and industry experts presenting exciting and relevant information\, and the pitch competition will award one winner with $20\,000 at Rural Roundup in April. \n\n\n\nSession #1\n3/7/2025\n6:00 PM\n– 7:30 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #2\n3/8/2025\n9:00 AM\n– 5:00 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #3\n3/9/2025\n9:00 AM\n– 12:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nFriday Evening 6-7:30 \nMaking the Case for Outdoor Rec Business\nWelcome/ Nevada’s Tourism Industry/ Travel Nevada Adventure Centers Overview\nGALOT/Travel Nevada’s Outdoor Rec+ Branding Strategy\, Growing the Outdoor Recreation Tourism Economy\nThe Case for the Outdoors – Data and Insight from the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable\nOutdoor Rec as the Cornerstone of Rural Economies\nEmerging opportunities in outdoor rec \nSaturday 9-5 – The Nuts and Bolts of Outdoor Rec Business \nBusiness 101\nUnderstanding your target audience\nCase Studies of Successful rural tourism outdoor rec businesses\nBusiness Ideation/ How to build a business plan\nBuilding your team\nUnique Selling Points\nFeasibility\nDiversifying offerings/ expansion/ scaling\nPartnerships and packages\nValidation\nData Source\nFinancial planning and capitalization\nCosts/Pricing/ Revenue\nSeeking funding\nManaging cash flow/ budgeting\nCustomer Service\nStaff Training\nGuest experience overview\nHandling complaints\nUtilizing technology/ booking systems/ ota/ GYG\nMarketing and branding\nWhat do you need to start a business in Nevada: Licensing and Incorporation \nSpecial Considerations for Outdoor Businesses – 1-5 \nLeave No Trace\, Stewardship and Outdoor Ethics for your business\nRisk Management/ insurance for outdoor businesses\nFacilitated recreation – perspectives from outdoor guides and experience-seekers\nHow to connect with customers – Get Your Guide\nPermitting and working with federal lands managers\nAccessibility and Inclusivity in the Outdoors\nLeveraging Local – How to capitalize on authentic “Only-in-Nevada” experiences\nBest practices in the outdoor industry \nSunday 9-12 – Preparing to Pitch \nPitch Day Overview\nRules\nIntro to pitching\nWhat’s important to share in your pitch\nCompelling Storytelling\nEffective Delivery/ Public Speaking\nPresentation Design\nUsing Data to Strengthen your pitch \n  \nAmanda Elliott is a small business advisor with the Nevada SBDC and Executive Director of the Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition. She specializes in the outdoor industry\, marketing\, and branding. Outside of working with clients\, she thrives on learning new things and taking part in professional development opportunities. Since moving to Nevada\, Amanda has emphasized participating in public speaking events to further the Nevada SBDC’s mission and lift up entrepreneurs. In her personal life\, she is an outdoor enthusiast and spends her time hiking and rock climbing out in Red Rock NCA. \n \nThe Nevada Small Business Development Center is funded (in part) through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. All services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with mental or physical disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact your local Nevada SBDC office or the State Office at (800) 240-7094 to make arrangements. SBA cannot endorse any products\, opinions or services of any external parties or activities.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/rural-tourism-pitch-competition-session-1/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales
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SUMMARY:Building Your Business Dream Team: The Importance of Advisors
DESCRIPTION:Success in business isn’t a solo journey—it requires the right team of advisors to guide you through key financial\, legal\, and operational decisions. Join us for an engaging panel discussion on Wednesday\, March 12\, from 1:00-2:30 PM at the UNR Innevation Center Concept Café\, where industry experts will share insights on when and why you need professional advisors\, including attorneys\, CPAs\, business bankers\, and financial advisors. \nModerated and paneled by a collection of SBDC advisors and U.S. Bank Small Business Bankers\, this panel will explore essential questions like: \n\n         When do you need a lawyer?\n         Do you need a professional to manage your books?\n         Who should be part of your business toolkit?\n         When is the right time to work with a business banker?\n\nAttendees will also receive an interactive Business Toolkit with key resources to help them grow their ventures. \nLight refreshments\, including coffee and pastries\, will be available. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with professionals who can help you scale your business. Register today!
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/building-your-business-dream-team-the-importance-of-advisors/
LOCATION:Innevation Center\, 450 Sinclair Street\, Reno\, NV\, 89501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Information
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SUMMARY:Debt-Free to Business-Savvy: Managing Debt While Starting Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we’ll dive into effective strategies for managing and paying off debt while balancing the demands of starting and growing your small business. Learn actionable tips on budgeting\, prioritizing debt repayment\, and maintaining healthy cash flow to ensure both personal and business financial success. \nConrad Chow is the Program Manager of Nevada Money Mentors\, the financial wellness program at the University of Nevada\, Reno. With a passion for helping students gain financial literacy\, Conrad oversees the program’s operations and leads initiatives that promote financial well-being across campus. His expertise includes budgeting\, managing debt\, and helping students make informed financial decisions. Conrad is also the chair of the Asian Pacific Islander Affinity Group for faculty and staff at UNR. \n  \nThis training event is hosted by the Nevada SBDC for the State Small Business Credit Initiative. Upon registration\, you will receive an email requesting your signature on an additional privacy agreement. Please sign this agreement prior to your event date to avoid any disruption in registration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/debt-free-to-business-savvy-managing-debt-while-starting-your-small-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Finance,Funding
ORGANIZER;CN="Kaitlyn Schwantes":MAILTO:kschwantes@unr.edu
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SUMMARY:SBDC Day 2025 - Las Vegas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Celebration of our Small Business Clients & Advisors! SBDC Day is a national celebration bringing together SBDC clients\, advisors\, and small business resources to mix\, mingle\, and learn. Come and grab some great local food & drink and learn about what the Small Business Development Center has to offer. The evening will feature an Award Ceremony recognizing outstanding small businesses and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial spirit and growth. We will also be celebrating our 40th anniversary serving Nevada entrepreneurs! The event will provide an opportunity to connect with fellow business professionals\, share success stories\, and gain insights into the resources offered by the Nevada SBDC. This event is free and open to all small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and supporters of economic growth in Nevada.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/sbdc-day-2025/
LOCATION:Bottega Exchange\, 6675 S. Tenaya Way #200\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Tolliver":MAILTO:ltolliver@unr.edu
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SUMMARY:AI in Action: Practical Strategies for Small Businesses in Alaska & Nevada
DESCRIPTION:Discover how artificial intelligence can revolutionize your small business operations – no matter where you are. Join us for an engaging webinar presented by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco\, the Alaska SBDC\, and the Nevada SBDC. We will explore real-world ways entrepreneurs in Alaska and Nevada are leveraging AI to streamline processes\, enhance customer experiences\, and drive growth. Despite the miles between us\, our small business ecosystems face similar challenges and opportunities. Let’s learn from each other and unlock the potential of AI together! \nBonus: Hear from a panel of small business owners like yourself on the successes and challenges of incorporating AI into their business! \nHosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco with special moderator Joselyn Cousins\, Assistant Vice President of Community Development \nExpert Speakers: \n\nJon Bittner\, State Director of Alaska SBDC\n\n\nBen Tedore\, Web Communications Advisor and AI Specialist for Nevada SBDC\n\n 
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/ai-in-action-practical-strategies-for-small-businesses-in-alaska-nevada/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kaitlyn Schwantes":MAILTO:kschwantes@unr.edu
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