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SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - How to Set Goals\, Build a Budget\, & Save (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: JPMorgan Chase Staff\nDate: Friday\, February 27\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 am\nLocation: Polk County River Place\n2309 Euclid Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\nRegister: Here\nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to improve your credit and better manage any debt you may have\, including building a positive credit history\, reducing your credit utilization and dealing with delinquent debts. \nThere will be a hybrid option available via zoom: https://jpmchase.zoom.us \nWebinar ID: 93678101647 \nWebinar Password: 439576 \n \nClick here to register!
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LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - How to Improve Credit & Manage Debt (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: JPMorgan Chase Staff\nDate: Friday\, February 27\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm\nLocation: Polk County River Place\n2309 Euclid Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\nRegister: Here\nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to improve your credit and better manage any debt you may have\, including building a positive credit history\, reducing your credit utilization and dealing with delinquent debts. \nThere will be a hybrid option available via zoom: https://jpmchase.zoom.us \nWebinar ID: 93678101647 \nWebinar Password: 439576 \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/chaseimprove/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026\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-4/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026\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-13/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 10\, 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-9/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - Power of Capital (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: JPMorgan Chase Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, March 11\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nWe’re here to help you prepare your business for new opportunities. Understanding your options will help you make more informed decisions as you manage your business today and plan ahead for the future. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/financial-health-chase-money-skills-power-of-capital-in-person/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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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/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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