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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024\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-5/
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:20240904T150000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, September 4\, 2024\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-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:20240903T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240903T160000
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 3rd 2024\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-5/
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:20240821T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
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SUMMARY:Tax Planning For Small Business: Success Through Tax Awareness and Action (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Paul Lemon\nDate: Wednesday\, August 21\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nJoin Paul Lemon at The Iowa Center office for a small business course designed to help you prepare for tax season success! Understanding and fulfilling tax obligations is a foundation of financial stability\, and this one-hour course is designed to explore how to set up your small business for success by planning ahead for the tax season. During this session\, we will explore what you need to know about self-employment tax\, late-filing fees\, and tips on how to reduce income taxes. This one-hour course will feature interactive exercises\, take-home handouts\, and a question-and-answer session. \nPaul Lemon\, CFP® (CPA/PFS Retired)\, has 47 years of experience in tax preparation\, tax consulting\, and comprehensive fee-only financial planning. Before retiring in 2021\, he owned his own firm- Integrated Financial Planning\, P.C that specialized in empowering families and small business owners in clarifying and achieving their goals. Paul encourages everyone to “Give money your attention so it doesn’t rob you of your life’s energy.” Paul is also the author of 2 books – Ten Weeks to Financial Awakening – How to Create Your Own Financial Plan Using Quicken®Software and Ahoy\, Money! – How to Chart Your Course to Genuine Financial Freedom. In retirement Paul participates in the VITA free income tax preparation program as well as offering free workshops and seminars on personal and small business tax and financial planning topics. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/tax-planning-for-small-business-success-through-tax-awareness-and-action-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T160000
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CREATED:20240709T180028Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 20\, 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-37/
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:20240814T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, August 14\, 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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 13\, 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-38/
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:20240807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240709T174142Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, August 7\, 2024 \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-5/
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:20240806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 6\, 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-10/
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:20240806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240715T135528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T204307Z
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SUMMARY:Senator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 6\, 2024\nTime: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm\nLocation: Iowa State University’s Memorial Union\n2229 Lincoln Way\nAmes\, IA 50011\nRegistration: Click Here\nJoin The Iowa Center staff at our booth at Joni Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo 2024! \nSenator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo is the best opportunity of the year for Iowa’s small businesses to learn about government contracting and federal innovation programs. This event will feature successful small business speakers\, multiple information sessions with procurement experts\, and networking opportunities with federal\, state\, and local agency officials. \nThere are two programming tracks within the Expo: government contracting and federal R&D grants. Participants will pick a track for the breakout and networking sessions. \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/senator-ernsts-entrepreneur-expo-2024/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240606T141331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T141331Z
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SUMMARY:AARP: Work For Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 5\, 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/aarp-work-for-yourself-at-50-11/
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:20240724T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T203302Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n  \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, July 24\, 2024\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-5/
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:20240723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T193012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T193012Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, July 23\, 2024\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-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240530T191649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T154320Z
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Lisa Behrends
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, July 17 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:00 pm\nLocation: The Iowa Center Office\n2210 Grand Ave\nDes Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\n\n\n\nThe “Made In Iowa“ series celebrates the impact of small business on Iowa‘s culture and economy. This session\, we are partnering with Lisa Behrends to explore the role of small businesses in connecting communities with an entrepreneur at the start of her small business journey. \nJoin Lisa Behrends\, Inspirational Conversationalist\, Grant Rolfes\, Assurance Manager at Clifton Allen Larson\, and Mark Juffernbruch\, Director of Business Coaching at The Iowa Center\, as they discuss the importance of connecting locally and detail how those at the start of their small business journey can make lasting impacts in their community. \n\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/made-in-iowa-lisa-behrends/
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:20240717T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T192306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T192306Z
UID:10000429-1721228400-1721232000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, July 17\, 2024\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-11/
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:20240716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T191904Z
UID:10000428-1721142000-1721145600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, July 16\, 2024\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-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:20240710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T191348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T191348Z
UID:10000427-1720623600-1720627200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, July 10\, 2024\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-12/
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:20240709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240604T190759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T190855Z
UID:10000426-1720537200-1720540800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, July 9th 2024\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-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T193343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T154659Z
UID:10000424-1719414000-1719417600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n  \nPresenter: David Tracy of Northgate Marketing\nDate: Wednesday\, June 26\, 2024\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-in-person-5/
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:20240624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
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SUMMARY:AARP: Work For Yourself at 50+
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 24\, 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/aarp-work-for-yourself-at-50-10/
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:20240618T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T190841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T190841Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, June 18\, 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-36/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240320T153758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T193906Z
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SUMMARY:Lease v. Owning Real Estate: Advantages and Disadvantages (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Bill Wright\nDate: Monday\, June 17\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nThis session will give you the tools to make the best decision for you and your business. \nJoin our presenter Bill Wright in The Iowa Center office! \nBill Wright\, Managing Director for CBRE\, has 32 years of experience in commercial real estate brokerage. He specializes in the sale and leasing of office and rental properties\, and is an advisor on real estate strategies\, commercial leases\, lease-related legal issues\, and business plans. Bill and his team at CBRE typically complete approximately 150 commercial real estate transactions per year throughout Central Iowa and the entire State. As a member of The Iowa Center Board of Directors\, Bill has a keen interest in seeing Iowa entrepreneurs succeed in their small businesses. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/lease-v-owning-real-estate-advantages-and-disadvantages-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:20240612T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T185814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T185814Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Credit
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024\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-10/
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:20240611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T184807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T184807Z
UID:10000421-1718118000-1718121600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, June 11\, 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-37/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240311T140450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T194109Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding a Business Lease: A Deeper Dive Into Lease Terminology (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Bill Wright\nDate: Monday\, June 10\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\n\nWe will explore what tenants can do to create the most flexibility for themselves and their business. Also\, covered repairs and maintenance\, renewal options\, tenant improvements\, security deposits and much more. \nJoin our presenter Bill Wright in The Iowa Center office! \nBill Wright\, Managing Director for CBRE\, has 32 years of experience in commercial real estate brokerage. He specializes in the sale and leasing of office and rental properties\, and is an advisor on real estate strategies\, commercial leases\, lease-related legal issues\, and business plans. Bill and his team at CBRE typically complete approximately 150 commercial real estate transactions per year throughout Central Iowa and the entire State. As a member of The Iowa Center Board of Directors\, Bill has a keen interest in seeing Iowa entrepreneurs succeed in their small businesses. \n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/lease-v-owning-real-estate-advantages-and-disadvantages/
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:20240610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240215T150607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T150607Z
UID:10000403-1718006400-1718038800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:The Iowa Center Presents “Intro to ChatGBT and Marketing Relevance" at the Small Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 10\, 2024\nLocation: FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny\n1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy\nAnkeny\, IA 50023\nLocal and small business owners\, entrepreneurs and startups are invited to join the Greater Des Moines Partnership for the 7th Annual Small Business Success Summit on Monday\, June 10 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny. The Iowa Center will be presenting “Intro to ChatGBT and Marketing Relevance.” \nSummit participants will have a chance to hear presentations by keynotes from industry leaders that will inform and inspire\, participate in workshops with fellow business owners from Greater Des Moines (DSM) and engage in in-depth conversations at various breakout sessions. \nClick here to learn more! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/the-iowa-center-presents-intro-to-chatgbt-and-marketing-relevance-at-the-small-business-summit/
LOCATION:Iowa
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T173441Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, June 5\, 2024 \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-4/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240509T172617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T172617Z
UID:10000419-1717513200-1717516800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, June 4 2024\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-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:20240603T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240320T153346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T194121Z
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SUMMARY:I Need a Physical Location for My Business: How Do I Get Started? (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Bill Wright\nDate: Monday\, June 3\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAttend this general session on commercial real estate and learn about picking a location\, lease negotiations\, types of lease\, required documentation\, and more. \nJoin our presenter Bill Wright in The Iowa Center office! \nBill Wright\, Managing Director for CBRE\, has 32 years of experience in commercial real estate brokerage. He specializes in the sale and leasing of office and rental properties\, and is an advisor on real estate strategies\, commercial leases\, lease-related legal issues\, and business plans. Bill and his team at CBRE typically complete approximately 150 commercial real estate transactions per year throughout Central Iowa and the entire State. As a member of The Iowa Center Board of Directors\, Bill has a keen interest in seeing Iowa entrepreneurs succeed in their small businesses. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/i-need-a-physical-location-for-my-business-how-do-i-get-started-2/
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:20240522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184931
CREATED:20240401T193036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T202851Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n  \nPresenter: David Tracy of Northgate Marketing\nDate: Wednesday\, May 22\, 2024\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-in-person-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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