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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, August 14\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-10/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T150000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 19\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-5/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T165011Z
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SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, August 28\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Nick Meyer at nmeyer@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-1/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250828T165201Z
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SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 4\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Nick Meyer at nmeyer@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-2/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250729T135456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T150453Z
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Journey to Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, September 9\, 2025\nTime: 8:00 – 9:30 am\nLocation: Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe\n300 SW 5th Street\nDes Moines\, IA 50309\nRegister: Here\nParking: Street and nearby ramp parking is available\n\n\n\n\nThe “Made In Iowa“ series is a panel discussion exploring the role of small businesses in connecting communities and building culture. This session\, we are partnering with three small businesses to discuss their journeys to small business ownership. \nJoin us for a panel discussion\, featuring:• Annelise Tarnowski & Tony Tandeski The Rook Room• Maggie Koos\, Koos Medical• David Fautsch\, Fautsch Tursi• Moderated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center’s        Women’s Business Center \n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/made-in-iowa-journey/
LOCATION:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe\, 300 SW 5th Street\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T160000
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CREATED:20250730T170219Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 9\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-getting-ready/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250730T170438Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAs a small business owner\, you won’t ever really know the unexpected challenges or opportunities that await you in life and business. Always Ready: Lending is a working session for you to learn how to financially prepare your small business for the next step in your journey. \nThe Iowa Center staff will show you what you need to do to always be ready to make financial moves in your business\, including applying for a loan or buying/selling new goods. This class is especially for you if you’ve ever been denied a loan or need a helping hand to get your financials on track. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-lending-in-person-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250828T165329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T165329Z
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SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 11\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Nick Meyer at nmeyer@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-3/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250904T150308Z
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SUMMARY:AARP: Work for Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, September 16\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 am – 11:00 am\nLocation: Virtual\nRegistration: Click Here\nWork for Yourself@50+ is a workshop to help you gain the knowledge\, support\, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. \nThe decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for older adults in an approachable way through five steps: \n1. A careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks of working for yourself\n2. Exercises to help develop the self-employment idea\n3. A realistic overview of what it takes to pursue a self-employment opportunity\n4. Guidance to help avoid pitfalls and scams\n5. Ways to find trustworthy support and services \nThis is an online webinar. In order to access the webinar\, you will need either a laptop\, tablet or smartphone that is connected to the internet. Once you register\, you will receive a confirmation email that provides access information to join the webinar. \nClick here to register! \nThe Iowa Center Women’s Business Center is funded in part by U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/aarp-work-for-yourself-at-50-3/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250730T170710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T170710Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 16\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nRunning a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics\, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success.  \nJoin The Iowa Center staff as we go over the most useful and important financial documents for your small business.  \nWe will discuss and define: \n\nIncome Statement/Profit and Loss Statement \nCash Flow Statement\nBalance Sheet\nAccounts Receivable\nBudget\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-financials-7/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250730T170905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T170905Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, September 17\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nUnderstanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   \nDid you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend credit.  \nUnderstanding your personal credit is an essential part of managing your finances and achieving your financial goals. We will also discuss everything you need to know about building personal credit for your business\, including why it’s important\, how to get started\, and best practices for maintaining good credit!  \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-credit-in-person-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250814T161522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174717Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Taxes: Getting Ready for Tax Time (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 18\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nSmall business taxes can be complicated. Understanding your obligations and keeping good records makes the process easier\, and helps you avoid costly surprises. Join The Iowa Center’s in-house Small Business Tax Professional for a one hour class to learn strategies to prepare for tax time. We will also share information about Iowa Center Services that can help you plan for tax time success. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/getting-ready-for-tax-time/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250828T165430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T165430Z
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SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 18\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Nick Meyer at nmeyer@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-3-2/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250717T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T203115Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from September 18th to October 23rd (for full details and class schedule\, click here!) \nCost: $250 per participant (+ ticket fees) \nRefund Policy: Ticketing fees are not refundable. No refunds will be given after September 13\, 2025. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email account\nAvailability to complete 2 hours/week of homework\nCommitment to attend all in-person sessions\n\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312 \nRegister: Here \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-in-person-2/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250730T171107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T171107Z
UID:10000592-1758639600-1758643200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 23\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-in-person-10/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250814T160108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T173842Z
UID:10000594-1758648600-1758654000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Business Ownership: Muscatine (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 23\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm\nLocation: Muscatine Community College\, 152 Colorado Street\, Rm 8 Strahan Hall\, Muscatine\, IA 52761\nRegister: Here\nFrom Idea to Plan: \nStarting your small business journey can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this small-group session\, The Iowa Center staff will walk you through the first steps of launching your business\, from understanding legal business entities and registering your business to creating a business plan that turns your ideas into actionable goals. \nYou’ll learn why a business plan is essential\, how to start building one\, and get a clear road map for completing it. Along the way\, you’ll connect with other aspiring entrepreneurs\, share ideas\, and gain the confidence to take the next steps toward business ownership. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/getting-ready-in-muscatine/
LOCATION:Muscatine Community College\, 125 Colorado St\, Rm 8 Strahan Hall\, Muscatine\, IA\, 52761\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250730T182948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T182948Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, September 25\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-in-person-12/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250717T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T203115Z
UID:10000557-1759426200-1759433400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from September 18th to October 23rd (for full details and class schedule\, click here!) \nCost: $250 per participant (+ ticket fees) \nRefund Policy: Ticketing fees are not refundable. No refunds will be given after September 13\, 2025. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email account\nAvailability to complete 2 hours/week of homework\nCommitment to attend all in-person sessions\n\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312 \nRegister: Here \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-in-person-2/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T155919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T155919Z
UID:10000607-1759849200-1759852800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-getting-ready-in-person-12/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T160100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T160100Z
UID:10000608-1759935600-1759939200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, October 8\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-lending-3/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250814T190153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T200510Z
UID:10000597-1760022000-1760029200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Strategic Business Planning and Growth Strategies (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 9\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nElevate is The Iowa Center’s more advanced 5-class series that helps our clients develop growth strategies for their established small businesses. The series is open to clients who received assistance to launch and grow their small businesses and are ready for the next step\, as well as existing businesses seeking education and support to strengthen\, stabilize and grow. \n\nTopics:\n\nSetting SMART goals and KPIs\nBusiness models and market positioning\nScaling strategies and market expansion\nAdapting to industry trends and market changes\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nCreate a business plan\nIdentify growth opportunities in your market\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-1-in-person/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T160403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T160403Z
UID:10000609-1760454000-1760457600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 14\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nRunning a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics\, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success.  \nJoin The Iowa Center staff as we go over the most useful and important financial documents for your small business.  \nWe will discuss and define: \n\nIncome Statement/Profit and Loss Statement \nCash Flow Statement\nBalance Sheet\nAccounts Receivable\nBudget\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-financials-in-person-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T160620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T202244Z
UID:10000610-1760540400-1760545800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - Understanding and Building Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Marcia Treichel & The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nFinancial Health Chase Money Skills is a financial education program designed to help students and communities improve their financial health. The program offers practical guidance on topics like budgeting\, saving\, credit management\, and fraud prevention. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/chase-building-credit/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250717T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T203115Z
UID:10000558-1760635800-1760643000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from September 18th to October 23rd (for full details and class schedule\, click here!) \nCost: $250 per participant (+ ticket fees) \nRefund Policy: Ticketing fees are not refundable. No refunds will be given after September 13\, 2025. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email account\nAvailability to complete 2 hours/week of homework\nCommitment to attend all in-person sessions\n\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312 \nRegister: Here \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-in-person-2/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20251007T161127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T161253Z
UID:10000617-1760950800-1760958000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:AARP: Work for Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, October 20\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 am – 11:00 am\nLocation: Virtual\nRegistration: Click Here\nWork for Yourself@50+ is a workshop to help you gain the knowledge\, support\, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. \nThe decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for older adults in an approachable way through five steps: \n1. A careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks of working for yourself\n2. Exercises to help develop the self-employment idea\n3. A realistic overview of what it takes to pursue a self-employment opportunity\n4. Guidance to help avoid pitfalls and scams\n5. Ways to find trustworthy support and services \nThis is an online webinar. In order to access the webinar\, you will need either a laptop\, tablet or smartphone that is connected to the internet. Once you register\, you will receive a confirmation email that provides access information to join the webinar. \nClick here to register! \nThe Iowa Center Women’s Business Center is funded in part by U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/aarp-work-for-yourself-at-50-4/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T162550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T162550Z
UID:10000611-1761058800-1761062400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-in-person-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250930T191310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T170250Z
UID:10000619-1761067800-1761071400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Taking Your Business to Market: Muscatine (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm\nLocation: Muscatine Community College\, 152 Colorado Street\, Rm 9 Strahan Hall\, Muscatine\, IA 52761\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner in Eastern Iowa looking to make a big impact on a limited marketing budget? Taking Your Business to Market will give you the practical strategies and tools to promote your business effectively without breaking the bank. \nThis workshop covers cost-effective marketing techniques tailored for startups and small businesses—from crafting your brand story and leveraging social media to guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence. Learn how to reach your audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base while managing resources efficiently. Walk away with a clear blueprint to market your business smarter and set yourself up for growth and success. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/business-to-market/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250827T162737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T162737Z
UID:10000612-1761231600-1761235200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20250814T201603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T201603Z
UID:10000598-1761231600-1761238800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Strategic Business Planning and Growth Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nElevate is The Iowa Center’s more advanced 5-class series that helps our clients develop growth strategies for their established small businesses. The series is open to clients who received assistance to launch and grow their small businesses and are ready for the next step\, as well as existing businesses seeking education and support to strengthen\, stabilize and grow. \n\nTopics:\n\nSetting SMART goals and KPIs\nBusiness models and market positioning\nScaling strategies and market expansion\nAdapting to industry trends and market changes\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nCreate a business plan\nIdentify growth opportunities in your market\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-1-virtual/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T093830
CREATED:20251021T195250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T195250Z
UID:10000629-1761759000-1761766200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, October 29\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Nick Meyer at nmeyer@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-1-2/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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