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SUMMARY:AARP: Work for Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 9\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 am – 11:00 am\nLocation: Online\nRegistration: Click Here\nWork for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge\, support\, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. \nThe decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for older adults in an approachable way through five steps: \n1. A careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks of working for yourself\n2. Exercises to help develop the self-employment idea\n3. A realistic overview of what it takes to pursue a self-employment opportunity\n4. Guidance to help avoid pitfalls and scams\n5. Ways to find trustworthy support and services \nThis is an online webinar. In order to access the webinar\, you will need to use either a computer\, tablet for smartphone. You will receive instructions on how to join the webinar in your registration confirmation or your reminder email that will go out prior to the webinar. Please do not share the webinar access information with anyone who is not already registered. \nClick here to register! \nThe Iowa Center Women’s Business Center is funded in part by U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/235528/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, December 10\, 2024\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-2/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, December 11\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nUnderstanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   \nDid you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend credit.  \nUnderstanding your personal credit is an essential part of managing your finances and achieving your financial goals. We will also discuss everything you need to know about building personal credit for your business\, including why it’s important\, how to get started\, and best practices for maintaining good credit!  \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-credit-in-person-6/
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:20241217T160000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024\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/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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: Thursday\, December 19\, 2024\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-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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SUMMARY:Creatives' Breakfast Club - Holiday Gathering/Rapid Fire/Ask Me Anything
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 21\, 2024\nTime: 9:30 – 11:00\nLocation: ARTSwork office\, located inside Mainframe Studios:\n900 Keosauqua Way\, Studio 431\, Des Moines\nRegistration: Click Here\nJoin us for business and career development tips for artists of all disciplines; plus\, you’ll get to know your artist neighbors and we’ll be sharing artist opportunities in our community! \nComplimentary coffee and pastries will be provided. \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/creative-breakfast-club-holiday-gathering-rapid-fire-ask-me-anything/
LOCATION:ARTSwork office\, located inside Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50309
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T215030Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, Jan 7\, 2024\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-12/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20241205T214616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T221838Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, Jan 8\, 2025\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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T160000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, Jan 14\, 2025\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-3/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20241205T220443Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nUnderstanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   \nDid you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend credit.  \nUnderstanding your personal credit is an essential part of managing your finances and achieving your financial goals. We will also discuss everything you need to know about building personal credit for your business\, including why it’s important\, how to get started\, and best practices for maintaining good credit!  \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-credit-in-person-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20241205T221050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T221050Z
UID:10000472-1737471600-1737475200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, January 21\, 2025\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-2/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20241205T221458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T221458Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, January 23\, 2025\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-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:20250128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20241217T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T150539Z
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SUMMARY:Tax Season Kick Off
DESCRIPTION: \nDate: Tuesday\, January 28\nTime: 8:30 – 10:00 am\nLocation: The Iowa Center Office\n2210 Grand Ave\nDes Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\n\n\n\nTax compliance is the foundation of financial success.  Join us for a special tax season kick-off to celebrate our clients’ successes\, welcome VITA volunteers\, and raise awareness about tax benefits that promote financial security and boost Iowa’s economy. The Iowa Center’s Director of Tax Services Karla Evans will highlight our programs that help Iowans secure all of the benefits available to them under the tax code:  \nVOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA):  \nFree income tax preparation for individuals\, families and small businesses who generally earn less than $67\,00 \nSMALL BUSINESS TAX SERVICES:  \n Tax planning and income tax preparation and filing for small businesses with a one-year flat-rate fee \nEnjoy local coffee and pastries\, and get all of the information that you need to prepare for the tax season ahead!  \n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/tax-season-kickoff/
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:20250204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T194548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T194548Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 4 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 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-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
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T195017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T202324Z
UID:10000476-1738767600-1738771200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, February 4\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 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-lending-16/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250120T171934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T171934Z
UID:10000482-1739178000-1739185200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:AARP: Work for Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: February 10\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 am – 11:00 am\nLocation: Online\nRegistration: Click Here\nWork for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge\, support\, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. \nThe decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for older adults in an approachable way through five steps: \n1. A careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks of working for yourself\n2. Exercises to help develop the self-employment idea\n3. A realistic overview of what it takes to pursue a self-employment opportunity\n4. Guidance to help avoid pitfalls and scams\n5. Ways to find trustworthy support and services \nThis is an online webinar. In order to access the webinar\, you will need to use either a computer\, tablet for smartphone. You will receive instructions on how to join the webinar in your registration confirmation or your reminder email that will go out prior to the webinar. Please do not share the webinar access information with anyone who is not already registered. \nClick here to register! \nThe Iowa Center Women’s Business Center is funded in part by U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/aarp-work-for-yourself-at-50/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T195854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T171836Z
UID:10000477-1739286000-1739289600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 11\, 2025\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-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T200802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T200802Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, Febuary 12\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nUnderstanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   \nDid you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend credit.  \nUnderstanding your personal credit is an essential part of managing your finances and achieving your financial goals. We will also discuss everything you need to know about building personal credit for your business\, including why it’s important\, how to get started\, and best practices for maintaining good credit!  \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-credit-14/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T201420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T201420Z
UID:10000479-1739890800-1739894400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\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-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:20250220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250106T201916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T201916Z
UID:10000480-1740063600-1740067200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, February 20\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual\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-7/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250128T215503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T215503Z
UID:10000483-1741100400-1741104000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 4 2025\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-13/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250128T220020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T220020Z
UID:10000484-1741186800-1741190400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, March 5\, 2025\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-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:20250311T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250130T150056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T150056Z
UID:10000485-1741705200-1741708800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 11\, 2025\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-4/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250130T160001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T160358Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, March 12\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nUnderstanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   \nDid you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend credit.  \nUnderstanding your personal credit is an essential part of managing your finances and achieving your financial goals. We will also discuss everything you need to know about building personal credit for your business\, including why it’s important\, how to get started\, and best practices for maintaining good credit!  \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-credit-in-person-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:20250318T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250130T162513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T162513Z
UID:10000487-1742310000-1742313600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025\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-3/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, 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:20250325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250220T145147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T193943Z
UID:10000489-1742889600-1742895000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Grand Avenue/Ingersoll Corridor
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, March 25 2025\nTime: 8:00 – 9:30 am\nLocation: Chain and Spoke Coffee\n515 28th St Unit 102\nDes Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nParking: Street parking is available on Ingersoll Avenue or 28th Street\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 three small businesses along Grand Avenue/Ingersoll corridor in Des Moines: Chain & Spoke Coffee\, Panka Peruvian Restaurant\, and Oak Park restaurant. \nKathy Fehrman\, Jeff Hoobin\, and Mariela Maya will share their unique entrepreneurial journeys\, discuss challenges\, and share insights into the rewards of owning your own business. \nJoin us for a panel discussion\, featuring: \n• Kathy Fehrman\, Owner of Oak Park• Jeff Hoobin\, Owner of Chain & Spoke Coffee• Mariela Maya\, Owner of Panka Peruvian• Moderated by Katie Byers\, Program Director of The Iowa Center’s Women’s Business Center \n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/grand-ave-ingersoll/
LOCATION:Chain and Spoke Coffee\, 515 28th St Unit 102\, Des Moines\, 50312
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250109T163002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T163002Z
UID:10000481-1742914800-1742918400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Buying and Selling a Small Business (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Michael Dayton\nDate: Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nJoin Michael Dayton from Nyemaster Law Offices at The Iowa Center for Buying and Selling a Small Business! During this one-hour session\, we’ll review typical documents you’ll need to exchange during the process of buying or selling a business\, explain why those documents are important\, and prepare you to knowledgeably move through the process of buying or selling a business. Join us March 25th to ensure you are set up for success! \nMichael Dayton is a member of the Business\, Finance and Real Estate Department at Nyemaster Goode and a past member of the Iowa State Bar Association’s Business Law Section Council. During his career\, Michael has led and assisted on hundreds of merger and acquisition transactions from public to public mergers to the sales of small privately held companies. Michael also routinely assists clients with general contracting matters\, including contract management processes and data and cybersecurity matters relating thereto; corporate formation and governance issues; commercial lending and secured transactions; regulatory matters; local counsel opinions; and other commercial transactions. Michael is passionate about leadership\, teaching\, coaching\, and serving his community\, especially in the areas of child education and welfare. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/buying-and-selling-a-small-business-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:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250130T163855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T163855Z
UID:10000488-1743508800-1743512400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Tuesday\, April 1 2025\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 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-9/
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:20250402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250326T140107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T133653Z
UID:10000498-1743615000-1743622200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:SmartHER Money Financial Literacy Course – Part 1 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Mark Juffernbruch\nDate: Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nA four-part series designed to build financial confidence and long-term security.\nThis four-class series offers crucial financial literacy skills\, including budgeting\, credit scores\, saving strategies\, fraud prevention\, health insurance\, and retirement planning. In the first session\, participants will learn how to create and maintain a budget and understand credit scores. The second session will focus on developing effective saving habits and recognizing financial fraud. The final two sessions will cover navigating health care options\, planning for retirement\, and understanding estate planning for long-term financial empowerment. Additional individual coaching will be available between each session to provide further support. \nQuestions about the course? Contact Andrea Rodriguez at arodriguez@ls2group.com \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/smarther-money-financial-literacy-course-part-1-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T170434
CREATED:20250305T204730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T204730Z
UID:10000490-1743701400-1743708600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from April 3rd to May 22nd (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 March 31\, 2025. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nAll participants must have their own laptop and an active email address\nParticipants should expect to spend an average of two hours per week outside of class time on homework assignments\n\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/dreambuilder-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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