BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Iowa Center for Economic Success - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Iowa Center for Economic Success X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theiowacenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Iowa Center for Economic Success REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251210T191256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T191256Z UID:10000653-1770130800-1770134400@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T183000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251125T204640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T211755Z UID:10000650-1770220800-1770229800@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20250814T192240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T163536Z UID:10000603-1770303600-1770310800@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251210T191930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T191930Z UID:10000657-1770735600-1770739200@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251125T172630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z UID:10000646-1770831000-1770838200@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251210T193040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T215017Z UID:10000661-1771254000-1771257600@theiowacenter.org SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Monday\, February 16\, 2026\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/ 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:20260217T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251210T192330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T212103Z UID:10000659-1771340400-1771344000@theiowacenter.org SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Virtual\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-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T163000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251210T193425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T211801Z UID:10000663-1771342200-1771345800@theiowacenter.org SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - Understanding and Building Credit (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Marcia Treichel & The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 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/financial-health-chase-money-skills-understanding-and-building-credit-in-person-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251217T203212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T203826Z UID:10000666-1771426800-1771430400@theiowacenter.org SUMMARY:Exploring Healthcare Options for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: Holmes Murphy + Oscar Health\nDate: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nThis session is led by the employee benefits team at Holmes Murphy\, a nationally recognized insurance consulting firm with nearly a century of experience partnering with businesses to promote health\, protect wealth\, and deliver peace of mind. Joining the conversation will be representatives from Oscar Health\, who will share insight into newer healthcare plan options that many business owners may not yet be familiar with. \nTogether\, they’ll provide practical\, real-world guidance to help you better understand healthcare benefits and confidently take the next step. \nIn this class\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhat does employer-sponsored health insurance look like for small businesses?\nWhat factors should business owners consider when offering benefits?\nWhat role does a benefits broker play in designing and managing a plan?\nWhat is ICHRA and how does it work?\nWhat healthcare plan options\, including newer alternatives\, are available to employers today?\nHow can benefits support both business goals and employee well-being?\n\n \nClick here to register!  URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/healthsmallbusinesses/ 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:20260219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20250814T210210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T163516Z UID:10000604-1771513200-1771520400@theiowacenter.org SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Raising Capital and Funding Business Expansion DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, February 19\, 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\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-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20251125T172630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z UID:10000647-1772040600-1772047800@theiowacenter.org 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/2026-02-25/ 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:20260227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T110000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20260120T214038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T214834Z UID:10000674-1772186400-1772190000@theiowacenter.org 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! URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/chasebudget/ LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161733 CREATED:20260120T213420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T203558Z UID:10000673-1772193600-1772197200@theiowacenter.org 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 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR