Events/Workshops

  
  
    

Business Fundamentals

Saturday, September 11, 2010 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM
This class is an intensive one-day seminar for the absolute beginner at small business. We will cover how to decide on and set up your legal entity, pay taxes, write a business plan and market your new business. The fee includes a boxed lunch. Your guest may attend for $50. Please put your guest's name in the comments section.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The businessKillers® educational workshop focuses on the six mistakes that a person might make that could kill his/her business. There are six trainings in this series and this session will focus on the valuing of a business and the buy/sell funding.
Speaker: Frank Erstad
Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Do you have questions about starting your business? Get them answered, in Spanish. Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you. Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you.
Speaker: Enrique Camarillo
Wednesday, October 06, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The businessKillers® educational workshop focuses on the six mistakes that a person might make that could kill his/her business. There are six trainings in this series and this session will focus on the succession planning and the funding of estate taxes.
Speaker: Frank Erstad
Saturday, October 09, 2010 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM
This class is an intensive one-day seminar for the absolute beginner at small business. We will cover how to decide on and set up your legal entity, pay taxes, write a business plan and market your new business. The fee includes a boxed lunch. Your guest may attend for $50. Please put your guest's name in the comments section.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The businessKillers® educational workshop focuses on the six mistakes that a person might make that could kill his/her business. There are six trainings in this series and this session will focus on the disability income and asset allocation.
Speaker: Frank Erstad
Wednesday, November 03, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The businessKillers® educational workshop focuses on the six mistakes that a person might make that could kill his/her business. There are six trainings in this series and this session will focus on replacement income and asset allocation.
Speaker: Frank Erstad
Saturday, November 13, 2010 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM
This class is an intensive one-day seminar for the absolute beginner at small business. We will cover how to decide on and set up your legal entity, pay taxes, write a business plan and market your new business. The fee includes a boxed lunch. Your guest may attend for $50. Please put your guest's name in the comments section.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The businessKillers® educational workshop focuses on the six mistakes that a person might make that could kill his/her business. There are six trainings in this series and this session will focus on diversified investments and asset allocation.
Speaker: Frank Erstad
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Do you have questions about starting your business? Get them answered, in Spanish. Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you. Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you.
Speaker: Enrique Camarillo

Financing

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Wednesday, October 06, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Wednesday, November 03, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!
Wednesday, December 01, 2010 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Does your business need money for working capital, inventory, equipment, leasehold improvements, renovations or expansions? Are you thinking of purchasing property for your very own business facility? If you answered YES to any of these questions then you should attend this loan briefing! By attending, you will learn how to access needed capital. Instructors will define the importance of credit, planning, and preparation. In addition, hear about SBAs guaranty loan programs and how they can be an option for your financing needs. SBA assists eligible start-ups and existing businesses with financing as well as business counseling and training. All are welcome!

Leadership

Friday, September 17, 2010 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM
This complimentary business-to-business networking breakfast is focused on: -Networking with other community business leaders -Developing relationships and partnerships that will help your business grow -Learning how the Idaho Department of Labor can support your business in areas including recruitment, workforce training, tax credits and layoff assistance -Educating yourself on the service and products offered by a new spotlight buisness
Speaker: Idaho Department of Labor
Friday, October 15, 2010 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM
This complimentary business-to-business networking breakfast is focused on: -Networking with other community business leaders -Developing relationships and partnerships that will help your business grow -Learning how the Idaho Department of Labor can support your business in areas including recruitment, workforce training, tax credits and layoff assistance -Educating yourself on the service and products offered by a new spotlight buisness
Speaker: Idaho Department of Labor
Friday, November 19, 2010 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM
This complimentary business-to-business networking breakfast is focused on: -Networking with other community business leaders -Developing relationships and partnerships that will help your business grow -Learning how the Idaho Department of Labor can support your business in areas including recruitment, workforce training, tax credits and layoff assistance -Educating yourself on the service and products offered by a new spotlight buisness
Speaker: Idaho Department of Labor

Marketing and Sales

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Do you have questions about how to market your product? Get them answered, in Spanish. Marketing is a mystery to most small business owners. Let us show you the tricks to marketing your business and increasing your sales.
Speaker: Enrique Camarillo

Start-up Assistance

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Thursday, September 16, 2010 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Buying a franchise is a big commitment and you want to make sure you find the one that you can afford as well as the best fit for you. Page Nichol, Frannet, will give you the low-down on the good, the bad, and the ugly in the franchise business. Don't get taken for a ride, let us help you make the right decision the first time.
Speaker: Page Nichol, FranNet
Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Does this sound like you? • Recently out placed or concerned about your jobs future? • Tired of building someone else’s dream instead of your own? • Looking to build retirement income, but not sure how to get there? • Do you want control of your destiny and more time with your family If you answered yes to any of these questions or are just curious about business ownership, then this NO COST webinar is for you. Page Nicol, owner of FranNet Northwest, will share what he has learned over the past 25 years on starting, owning and selling franchises. This webinar will answer the following questions and many more. 1. Is there more to franchising than food and automotive? 2. What are the risks and rewards of business ownership? 3. How much does it cost to start your own franchise? 4. Where can I get financing? 5. How do I get started on finding the right business? This will be an interactive webinar where you can get your questions answered and learn more from others online. Bring your questions and the desire to learn more.
Speaker: Page Nichol, FranNet
Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you. Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Does this sound like you? • Recently out placed or concerned about your jobs future? • Tired of building someone else’s dream instead of your own? • Looking to build retirement income, but not sure how to get there? • Do you want control of your destiny and more time with your family If you answered yes to any of these questions or are just curious about business ownership, then this NO COST webinar is for you. Page Nicol, owner of FranNet Northwest, will share what he has learned over the past 25 years on starting, owning and selling franchises. This webinar will answer the following questions and many more. 1. Is there more to franchising than food and automotive? 2. What are the risks and rewards of business ownership? 3. How much does it cost to start your own franchise? 4. Where can I get financing? 5. How do I get started on finding the right business? This will be an interactive webinar where you can get your questions answered and learn more from others online. Bring your questions and the desire to learn more.
Speaker: Page Nichol, FranNet
Tuesday, November 02, 2010 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you. Business Basics Get your questions Answered! Find out what you need to know about starting a business and where to find resources to assist you.
Monday, November 15, 2010 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Does this sound like you? • Recently out placed or concerned about your jobs future? • Tired of building someone else’s dream instead of your own? • Looking to build retirement income, but not sure how to get there? • Do you want control of your destiny and more time with your family If you answered yes to any of these questions or are just curious about business ownership, then this NO COST webinar is for you. Page Nicol, owner of FranNet Northwest, will share what he has learned over the past 25 years on starting, owning and selling franchises. This webinar will answer the following questions and many more. 1. Is there more to franchising than food and automotive? 2. What are the risks and rewards of business ownership? 3. How much does it cost to start your own franchise? 4. Where can I get financing? 5. How do I get started on finding the right business? This will be an interactive webinar where you can get your questions answered and learn more from others online. Bring your questions and the desire to learn more.
Speaker: Page Nichol, FranNet

Technology

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Starting off the use of QuickBooks with a solid foundation will help you make the most of this powerful accounting software. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Participants in this hands-on workshop will be taught lessons in the following topics: • Getting Started and Setting up QuickBooks • Working With Lists • Working With Bank Accounts • Using Other Accounts in QuickBooks • Entering Sales Information (including the basics of invoicing) • Receiving Payments and Making Deposits • Entering and Paying Bills Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
This class is a combination section of Beginning & Intermediate Quickbooks. By registering for this section, you save $20 and are enrolled in both sections of the class.
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of Intermediate QuickBooks. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of QuickBooks II. The lessons covered in this hands-on session are as follows:: • Analyzing Financial Data • Setting up Inventory • Tracking and Paying Sales Tax • Doing Payroll with QuickBooks • Estimating and Progress Invoicing • Tracking Time • Customizing Forms and Writing QuickBooks Letters Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
This class is a combination section of Beginning & Intermediate Quickbooks. By registering for this section, you save $20 and are enrolled in both sections of the class.
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Starting off the use of QuickBooks with a solid foundation will help you make the most of this powerful accounting software. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Participants in this hands-on workshop will be taught lessons in the following topics: • Getting Started and Setting up QuickBooks • Working With Lists • Working With Bank Accounts • Using Other Accounts in QuickBooks • Entering Sales Information (including the basics of invoicing) • Receiving Payments and Making Deposits • Entering and Paying Bills Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of Intermediate QuickBooks. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of QuickBooks II. The lessons covered in this hands-on session are as follows:: • Analyzing Financial Data • Setting up Inventory • Tracking and Paying Sales Tax • Doing Payroll with QuickBooks • Estimating and Progress Invoicing • Tracking Time • Customizing Forms and Writing QuickBooks Letters Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
This class is a combination section of Beginning & Intermediate Quickbooks. By registering for this section, you save $20 and are enrolled in both sections of the class.
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Starting off the use of QuickBooks with a solid foundation will help you make the most of this powerful accounting software. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Participants in this hands-on workshop will be taught lessons in the following topics: • Getting Started and Setting up QuickBooks • Working With Lists • Working With Bank Accounts • Using Other Accounts in QuickBooks • Entering Sales Information (including the basics of invoicing) • Receiving Payments and Making Deposits • Entering and Paying Bills Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
Tuesday, November 09, 2010 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of Intermediate QuickBooks. This class is targeted for the small business owner or entrepreneur and how QuickBooks can work with your small business. Teaching workshop participants how to take QuickBooks to an advanced level is the purpose of QuickBooks II. The lessons covered in this hands-on session are as follows:: • Analyzing Financial Data • Setting up Inventory • Tracking and Paying Sales Tax • Doing Payroll with QuickBooks • Estimating and Progress Invoicing • Tracking Time • Customizing Forms and Writing QuickBooks Letters Registering for both classes saves you $20!
Speaker: Jane Freund, Freundship
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