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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Financial Management and Budgeting for Growth (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026\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\nBuilding and maintaining a budget\nManaging cash flow\, becoming profitable\, and forecasting\nUnderstanding income statements\, balance sheets\, cash flows\, and financial ratios\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nPrepare budget models based on planned\, strategic growth\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-3-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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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, January 20\, 2026\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-8/
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:20260121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
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SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Business Ownership: Muscatine (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\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-for-business-ownership-muscatine-in-person-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:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T160000
DTSTAMP:20251210T193012Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026\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-14/
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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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Financial Management and Budgeting for Growth
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026\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\nBuilding and maintaining a budget\nManaging cash flow\, becoming profitable\, and forecasting\nUnderstanding income statements\, balance sheets\, cash flows\, and financial ratios\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nPrepare budget models based on planned\, strategic growth\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-3-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T093000
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: New Year\, New You
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, January 27\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 – 9:30 am\nLocation: CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)\n801 Grand Avenue\, Suite 3900\nDes Moines\, IA 50309\nRegister: Here\n\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 these small businesses focused on wellnesss. \nJoin us for a panel discussion\, featuring:• Leah Embrey\, Owner of Pride Fitness DSM• Kathleen Matthews\, Owner of Perennial Pathways• Kayla Deighan\, Owner of Roots Rehab• Moderated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center’s        Women’s Business Center \nCLA is renting a space on the third level of 801 Grand for the main presentation\, and afterward they’ll take everyone nearly to the top of the building to showcase their incredible office space. For security purpose they would like everyone to rsvp for this event. \n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!\n 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/made-in-iowa-new-year-new-you/
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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SUMMARY:2026 Tax Season Kick-Off (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, January 30\, 2026\nTime: 8:30am – 10:00am\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nJoin us as we kick off the tax season with a special launch event celebrating our clients’ achievements\, welcoming our VITA volunteers\, and spotlighting tax benefits that strengthen financial security and support Iowa’s economy. The Iowa Center’s Director of Tax Services\, Karla Evans\, will share an overview of our tax programs designed to help Iowans access every benefit available to them under the tax code\, including: \nVolunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)\nFree income tax preparation for individuals\, families\, and small businesses earning generally under $69\,000. \nSmall Business Tax Services\nAffordable tax planning\, preparation\, and filing for small businesses with a one-year flat-rate fee. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/taxlaunch2026/
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:20260203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T160000
DTSTAMP:20251210T191256Z
CREATED:20251210T191256Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026\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-14/
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:20260204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T183000
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital Day - Connecting Entrepreneurs to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, February 4\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 6:30 pm\nLocation: The Iowa Center Office\n2210 Grand Ave\nDes Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\n\n\n\nAccess to Capital Day is a one-day event designed to connect Iowa entrepreneurs with lenders\, funders\, and technical assistance providers\, help them understand funding pathways\, and build relationships with banks and CDFIs.​ \nAgenda: \n\n4:00 – 4:30 PM: Welcome + Quick Panel DiscussionTopic: “What Banks Really Want to See” with 3–5 bank/CDFI representatives.​\n4:30 – 6:30 PM: Speed-dating style lender meetingsAttendees circulate through 7–10 bank/CDFI tables for one-on-one Q&A and relationship-building.​\n\n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/access-to-capital-day-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T170000
DTSTAMP:20250818T163536Z
CREATED:20250814T192240Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Raising Capital and Funding Business Expansion (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, February 5\, 2026\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\nTypes of funding: debt\, equity\, and hybrid models\nNavigating loans\, grants\, angel investors\, and venture capital\nCrafting an effective pitch deck\nUnderstanding valuation and term sheets\nLeveraging crowdfunding and community investment\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nCreate a pitch deck\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-4-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T160000
DTSTAMP:20251210T191930Z
CREATED:20251210T191930Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\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-13/
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:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260205T215517Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from February 11th to April 1st (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 February 2nd. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email and DreamBuilder login\nCommitment to 2 hours/week of online coursework\nFull attendance and participation\n\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/dreambuilder-spring-2026-write-your-business-plan-with-support-strategy-in-person/2026-02-11/
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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