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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 1\, 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-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:20260902T150000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, September 2\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, 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-lending-in-person-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:20260903T150000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 3\, 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-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:20260908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T192804Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026\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-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:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260805T212629Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \nDate: Wednesday evenings\, September 9 – October 28 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (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 2\, 2026. \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: In-Person (The Iowa Center | 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, Iowa 50312) \nRegister: Here \nWriting a business plan can be intimidating. Small business owners are juggling market research with competitor analysis and financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize\, it’s easy to lose your drive. Let The Iowa Center help you navigate it all. \nThe DreamBuilder Fall 2026 cohort sponsored by U.S. Bank is an 8-week virtual course designed to empower entrepreneurs with group and one-on-one coaching\, step-by-step instruction\, and a supportive peer network. Whether you’re relaunching your business plan or starting from scratch\, this course gives you the clarity and tools to move forward confidently. \nParticipants will receive: \n\nStep-by-step guidance to complete each section of your business plan\nLive group classes and one-on-one business coaching\nBusiness fundamentals training from experienced instructors\nPeer support and networking opportunities\nA $1400-value Industry Intelligence Report based on your NAICS code\nGraduation pitch night to present your business to the community\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-fall-2026/2026-09-09/
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\, September 15\, 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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194837Z
CREATED:20260806T211929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194837Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate: Is Your Business Ready for Expansion? (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nThinking about expanding your business? Before taking the next step\, it’s important to determine whether your business is truly ready for growth. In this session\, you’ll evaluate your current operations\, explore the opportunities and challenges of expansion\, and learn how to align growth with your long-term vision. Whether you’re considering a new location\, hiring additional staff\, or expanding your services\, this course will help you make informed decisions with confidence. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nEvaluate whether your business is ready to expand.\nAlign expansion plans with your long-term goals and mission.\nExplore the opportunities and challenges of business growth.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevateexpansion/
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:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T134423Z
CREATED:20260708T183642Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Taxes: Getting Ready for Tax Time (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026\nTime: 2:00 – 3:30pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, 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/taxtimeaug2026/
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:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260805T212629Z
CREATED:20260805T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T212629Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \nDate: Wednesday evenings\, September 9 – October 28 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (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 2\, 2026. \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: In-Person (The Iowa Center | 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, Iowa 50312) \nRegister: Here \nWriting a business plan can be intimidating. Small business owners are juggling market research with competitor analysis and financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize\, it’s easy to lose your drive. Let The Iowa Center help you navigate it all. \nThe DreamBuilder Fall 2026 cohort sponsored by U.S. Bank is an 8-week virtual course designed to empower entrepreneurs with group and one-on-one coaching\, step-by-step instruction\, and a supportive peer network. Whether you’re relaunching your business plan or starting from scratch\, this course gives you the clarity and tools to move forward confidently. \nParticipants will receive: \n\nStep-by-step guidance to complete each section of your business plan\nLive group classes and one-on-one business coaching\nBusiness fundamentals training from experienced instructors\nPeer support and networking opportunities\nA $1400-value Industry Intelligence Report based on your NAICS code\nGraduation pitch night to present your business to the community\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-fall-2026/2026-09-23/
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:20260924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194816Z
CREATED:20260806T212107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194816Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate: Is Your Business Ready for Expansion? (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 24\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nThinking about expanding your business? Before taking the next step\, it’s important to determine whether your business is truly ready for growth. In this session\, you’ll evaluate your current operations\, explore the opportunities and challenges of expansion\, and learn how to align growth with your long-term vision. Whether you’re considering a new location\, hiring additional staff\, or expanding your services\, this course will help you make informed decisions with confidence. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nEvaluate whether your business is ready to expand.\nAlign expansion plans with your long-term goals and mission.\nExplore the opportunities and challenges of business growth.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevateexpansionvirtual/
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:20260929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260825T142024Z
CREATED:20260825T134811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T142024Z
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SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Financial Tool for Your Business (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 29\, 2026\nTime: 2:00 – 3:30pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\nAs your business grows\, so do your financial needs. Excel and QuickBooks can both help you manage your business finances\, but knowing which tool is right for you can make managing your business a little easier. \n\n\nIn this class\, The Iowa Center staff will walk you through the differences between Excel and QuickBooks\, including the benefits\, limitations\, costs\, and best uses of each. We’ll explore when Excel may be the right fit\, when QuickBooks may better meet your needs\, and what to consider as your business grows. We’ll also discuss how you can make the transition from Excel to QuickBooks when the time comes. \n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/financial-tools-for-business/
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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