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SUMMARY:Elevate: Building a Successful Expansion Strategy (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, November 12\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nA successful expansion starts with a solid plan. This session focuses on building a strategy that supports sustainable growth by helping you identify the resources\, capital\, and people needed to move your business forward. You’ll also learn how to anticipate potential risks and create a roadmap for achieving your expansion goals. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nBuild a strategic roadmap for business expansion.\nDetermine the capital needed to support growth.\nLearn how to build the right team and manage expansion risks.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatebusinessplan/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Season of Support
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 17\, 2026\nTime: 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Flora Cafe in the Des Moines Botanical Gardens (909 Robert D. Ray Drive\, Des Moines\, IA)\nRegister: Here\nThe holiday season is often a crucial time for small businesses\, and shopping local can make a lasting impact on Iowa’s small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and our communities. Join The Iowa Center for Made in Iowa: Season of Support sponsored by CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA\,) a special edition of our Made in Iowa series\, highlighting the small businesses that make our communities vibrant and fun places to live\, work\, and visit. \nFeaturing a panel of Iowa’s small business owners\, this conversation explores what shopping local looks like ahead of the holiday season and how entrepreneurs prepare for one of the busiest times of year for their business. Attendees will gain insights into the opportunities and challenges small businesses face during the holidays and find meaningful ways to keep their dollars local ahead of this season. \nJoin us for an engaging afternoon of conversation and connection at Flora Cafe\, proudly owned and operated by Chef Suman and Dr. Cynthia Hoque of HoQ restaurant\, located in the Des Moines Botanical Gardens. \nThis panel discussion features: \n\nYinka Cole\, Edara Wellness Coffee & Tea\nCallé Friesen\, Quiltberry Farm\nModerated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center Women’s Business Center\n\nThrough the generosity and support of our sponsor\, CLA\, registration to Made in Iowa is free: Register Here\nUpon entering the Des Moines Botanical Gardens\, Iowa Center staff will direct you and any guests to Flora Restaurant. Any attendees looking to explore the botanical gardens following the speaker panel will need to purchase Botanical Garden tickets for “Dome for the Holidays\,” which are available for purchase after 10/15/2026.
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LOCATION:Flora Cafe\, 909 Robert D Ray Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 4:30pm\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-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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SUMMARY:Elevate: Building a Successful Expansion Strategy (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nA successful expansion starts with a solid plan. This session focuses on building a strategy that supports sustainable growth by helping you identify the resources\, capital\, and people needed to move your business forward. You’ll also learn how to anticipate potential risks and create a roadmap for achieving your expansion goals. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nBuild a strategic roadmap for business expansion.\nDetermine the capital needed to support growth.\nLearn how to build the right team and manage expansion risks.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatebusinessplanonline/
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: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Monday\, November 24\, 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-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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