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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Business Builder Series
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nDates: Tuesday\, June 23\, July 7\, July 21\, and August 4\nLocation: First National Bank Building (101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, IA 52211)\nRegister: Here\nThe Brooklyn Business Builder Series is a free 4-class series presented by The Iowa Center in partnership with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce\, Poweshiek Economic Development Collaborative\, and Brooklyn Economic Development. Small business owners face opportunities and challenges every day. The Brooklyn Business Builder Series teaches the fundamentals of building and maintaining a strong business so you’re prepared when need or opportunity arises. \nAttend one class\, a few\, or all four — whatever fits your schedule. All classes begin at 3:00 p.m. \nCLASS 1: Getting Ready\nHow to prepare to start your small business\nTuesday\, June 23 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 2: Business Plan\nOverview and key elements of a small business plan\nTuesday\, July 7 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 3: Financials & Loans\nFinancial statements\, transactions\, and lending basics\nTuesday\, July 21 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 4: Marketing\nA blueprint for small business marketing\nTuesday\, August 4 at 3 p.m. \nRegister today!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/brooklynseries/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:First National Bank Building\, 101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, 502211\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, July 7\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-getting-ready-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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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, July 8\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\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-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:20260708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T193000
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CREATED:20260424T152441Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Summer 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDay/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from May 27th to July 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 May 20th.  \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email and DreamBuilder login\nCommitment to 2 hours/week of online coursework\nFull attendance and participation\n\nLocation: Online \nRegister: Here \nWriting a business plan can be intimidating. Small business owners are juggling market research with competitor analysis and financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize\, it’s easy to lose your drive. Let The Iowa Center help you navigate it all. \nThe DreamBuilder Summer 2026 cohort is an 8-week virtual course designed to empower entrepreneurs with group and one-on-one coaching\, step-by-step instruction\, and a supportive peer network. Whether you’re relaunching your business plan or starting from scratch\, this course gives you the clarity and tools to move forward confidently. \nParticipants will receive: \n\nStep-by-step guidance to complete each section of your business plan\nLive group classes and one-on-one business coaching\nBusiness fundamentals training from experienced instructors\nPeer support and networking opportunities\nA $1400-value Industry Intelligence Report based on your NAICS code\nGraduation pitch night to present your business to the community\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuildersummer2026/2026-07-08/
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:20260714T160000
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CREATED:20260603T200932Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, July 14\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nRunning a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics\, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success.  \nJoin The Iowa Center staff as we go over the most useful and important financial documents for your small business.  \nWe will discuss and define: \n\nIncome Statement/Profit and Loss Statement \nCash Flow Statement\nBalance Sheet\nAccounts Receivable\nBudget\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-financials-12/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T160000
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CREATED:20260603T201239Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-11/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T195900Z
CREATED:20260603T154219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T195900Z
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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Business Builder Series
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nDates: Tuesday\, June 23\, July 7\, July 21\, and August 4\nLocation: First National Bank Building (101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, IA 52211)\nRegister: Here\nThe Brooklyn Business Builder Series is a free 4-class series presented by The Iowa Center in partnership with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce\, Poweshiek Economic Development Collaborative\, and Brooklyn Economic Development. Small business owners face opportunities and challenges every day. The Brooklyn Business Builder Series teaches the fundamentals of building and maintaining a strong business so you’re prepared when need or opportunity arises. \nAttend one class\, a few\, or all four — whatever fits your schedule. All classes begin at 3:00 p.m. \nCLASS 1: Getting Ready\nHow to prepare to start your small business\nTuesday\, June 23 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 2: Business Plan\nOverview and key elements of a small business plan\nTuesday\, July 7 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 3: Financials & Loans\nFinancial statements\, transactions\, and lending basics\nTuesday\, July 21 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 4: Marketing\nA blueprint for small business marketing\nTuesday\, August 4 at 3 p.m. \nRegister today!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/brooklynseries/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:First National Bank Building\, 101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, 502211\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T163000
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CREATED:20260615T213612Z
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Little Treat Edition
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: The Iowa Center (2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312)\nRegister: Here\nSmall businesses don’t all look the same. While many follow the path of opening a storefront\, others build their work through creative\, flexible\, and often unconventional approaches. Our “Little Treat Edition” of the Made in Iowa series highlights side hustles and non-brick-and-mortar businesses that are shaping local economies in new ways. \nThis session explores how entrepreneurs are launching and growing businesses from home\, shared spaces\, mobile setups\, and even alongside full-time employment. Panelists will share how they got started\, how they reach customers\, and what it takes to build something sustainable outside of a traditional storefront. \nJoin us for a panel discussion\, featuring: \n– Courtney Garcia\, Art You Wood Love– Jessica Anderson\, Jess Desserts LLC.– Becky Vandermark\,Trigger Warning Book Bus \nModerated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center Women’s Business Center\, and Grant Rolfes\, Assurance Principal with CLA. \nThrough the generosity and support of our sponsor\, CLA\, registration to Made in Iowa is free.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/littletreat/
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:20260723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T205725Z
CREATED:20260603T205725Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, July 23\, 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-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:20260723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T163000
DTSTAMP:20260623T155257Z
CREATED:20260615T213432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T155257Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing with Intent
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n \n\nDate: Thursday\, July 23\, 2026\nTime: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nLocation: Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Community Room (24 N 9th St\, Fort Dodge\, IA 50501)\nRegister: Here\nStop marketing on autopilot. This no cost\, hands-on class is about marketing with purpose: knowing exactly who you’re trying to reach\, choosing the channels that actually work for your business\, and spending your time and budget where it counts. \n\n\nDefine your ideal customer and what they actually care about\nBuild a simple marketing plan you’ll actually use\nChoose the right channels instead of trying to be everywhere\nMeasure what’s working so you can do more of it\n\nSpin Markket + Digital is a Fort Dodge-based digital marketing agency helping businesses of all sizes stand out and grow. From social media strategy and local SEO to website design and branding\, they build practical marketing rooted in real data. We’re thrilled to partner with them and bring small business coaching fundamentals to Fort Dodge! \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/marketing-with-intent/
LOCATION:Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Community Room\, 24 N 9th Street\, Fort Dodge\, 50501\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T195900Z
CREATED:20260603T154219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T195900Z
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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Business Builder Series
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nDates: Tuesday\, June 23\, July 7\, July 21\, and August 4\nLocation: First National Bank Building (101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, IA 52211)\nRegister: Here\nThe Brooklyn Business Builder Series is a free 4-class series presented by The Iowa Center in partnership with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce\, Poweshiek Economic Development Collaborative\, and Brooklyn Economic Development. Small business owners face opportunities and challenges every day. The Brooklyn Business Builder Series teaches the fundamentals of building and maintaining a strong business so you’re prepared when need or opportunity arises. \nAttend one class\, a few\, or all four — whatever fits your schedule. All classes begin at 3:00 p.m. \nCLASS 1: Getting Ready\nHow to prepare to start your small business\nTuesday\, June 23 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 2: Business Plan\nOverview and key elements of a small business plan\nTuesday\, July 7 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 3: Financials & Loans\nFinancial statements\, transactions\, and lending basics\nTuesday\, July 21 at 3 p.m. \nCLASS 4: Marketing\nA blueprint for small business marketing\nTuesday\, August 4 at 3 p.m. \nRegister today!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/brooklynseries/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:First National Bank Building\, 101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, 502211\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202853Z
CREATED:20260603T192402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T202853Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-getting-ready-in-person-15/
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:20260811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T201042Z
CREATED:20260603T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T201042Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, June 9\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nRunning a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics\, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success.  \nJoin The Iowa Center staff as we go over the most useful and important financial documents for your small business.  \nWe will discuss and define: \n\nIncome Statement/Profit and Loss Statement \nCash Flow Statement\nBalance Sheet\nAccounts Receivable\nBudget\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-financials-in-person-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:20260818T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T201357Z
CREATED:20260603T201357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T201357Z
UID:10000778-1787065200-1787068800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 18\, 2026\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-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:20260819T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T201721Z
CREATED:20260603T193014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T201721Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\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-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:20260820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T205451Z
CREATED:20260603T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T205451Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, August 20\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-12/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T153000
DTSTAMP:20260708T195318Z
CREATED:20260708T183642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T195318Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Taxes: Getting Ready for Tax Time (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, August 25\, 2026\nTime: 2:00 – 3:30pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nSmall business taxes can be complicated. Understanding your obligations and keeping good records makes the process easier\, and helps you avoid costly surprises. Join The Iowa Center’s in-house Small Business Tax Professional for a one hour class to learn strategies to prepare for tax time. We will also share information about Iowa Center Services that can help you plan for tax time success. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/taxtimeaug2026/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T191334Z
CREATED:20260707T191334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T191334Z
UID:10000786-1788274800-1788278400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-getting-ready-7/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, September 2\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready!  \n\nWhat are the first steps needed to business ownership? \nWhat’s a business plan and why do you need one? \nWhat are the various types of legal business entities? \nHow do you register your business? \n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-lending-in-person-3/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T192804Z
CREATED:20260707T192302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T192804Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nRunning a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics\, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success.  \nJoin The Iowa Center staff as we go over the most useful and important financial documents for your small business.  \nWe will discuss and define: \n\nIncome Statement/Profit and Loss Statement \nCash Flow Statement\nBalance Sheet\nAccounts Receivable\nBudget\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-financials-13/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T193457Z
CREATED:20260707T193457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T193457Z
UID:10000789-1789484400-1789488000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, September 15\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-12/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T195515Z
CREATED:20260707T195515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T195515Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-in-person-3/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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