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SUMMARY:Elevate: Marketing for Growth and Expansion (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGrowing your business means reaching new customers in meaningful ways. In this session\, you’ll explore marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness\, connect with your target audience\, and support long-term growth. Learn how to create a marketing plan that can scale alongside your business and measure the impact of your efforts. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nUnderstand the role marketing plays in business growth.\nIdentify and reach new target markets.\nCreate a scalable marketing strategy with measurable results.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatemarketingonline/
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:20261013T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T202309Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 13\, 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-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:20261015T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194650Z
CREATED:20260806T213600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194650Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate: HR Strategies for Business Expansion (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 15\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAs your business grows\, so does your team. This session will help you prepare for the people side of expansion by covering effective hiring practices\, employee development\, and retention strategies. You’ll also gain an understanding of key HR responsibilities to help you build a strong\, compliant workplace that supports continued growth. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nRecruit and onboard employees for a growing business.\n\n\nStrengthen employee development and retention efforts.\n\n\nUnderstand payroll\, benefits\, and HR compliance considerations.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatehr/
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:20261020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T202421Z
CREATED:20260831T202421Z
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UID:10000825-1792508400-1792512000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, October 20\, 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-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:20261021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260805T212629Z
CREATED:20260805T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T212629Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \nDate: Wednesday evenings\, September 9 – October 28 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (for full details and class schedule\, click here!) \nCost: $250 per participant (+ ticket fees) \nRefund Policy: Ticketing fees are not refundable. No refunds will be given after September 2\, 2026. \nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nA personal laptop\nAn active email and DreamBuilder login\nCommitment to 2 hours/week of online coursework\nFull attendance and participation\n\nLocation: In-Person (The Iowa Center | 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, Iowa 50312) \nRegister: Here \nWriting a business plan can be intimidating. Small business owners are juggling market research with competitor analysis and financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize\, it’s easy to lose your drive. Let The Iowa Center help you navigate it all. \nThe DreamBuilder Fall 2026 cohort sponsored by U.S. Bank is an 8-week virtual course designed to empower entrepreneurs with group and one-on-one coaching\, step-by-step instruction\, and a supportive peer network. Whether you’re relaunching your business plan or starting from scratch\, this course gives you the clarity and tools to move forward confidently. \nParticipants will receive: \n\nStep-by-step guidance to complete each section of your business plan\nLive group classes and one-on-one business coaching\nBusiness fundamentals training from experienced instructors\nPeer support and networking opportunities\nA $1400-value Industry Intelligence Report based on your NAICS code\nGraduation pitch night to present your business to the community\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-fall-2026/2026-10-21/
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:20261022T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T202623Z
CREATED:20260831T202623Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, October 22\, 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-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:20261022T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T163000
DTSTAMP:20261021T144810Z
CREATED:20260806T213735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T144810Z
UID:10000815-1792681200-1792686600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: HR Strategies for Business Expansion (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nAs your business grows\, so does your team. This session will help you prepare for the people side of expansion by covering effective hiring practices\, employee development\, and retention strategies. You’ll also gain an understanding of key HR responsibilities to help you build a strong\, compliant workplace that supports continued growth. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nRecruit and onboard employees for a growing business.\n\n\nStrengthen employee development and retention efforts.\n\n\nUnderstand payroll\, benefits\, and HR compliance considerations.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatehronline/
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:20261029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194530Z
CREATED:20260806T214222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194530Z
UID:10000816-1793286000-1793291400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: Financial Planning for Expansion (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 29\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nGrowth requires thoughtful financial planning. This session will help you evaluate your business’s financial readiness\, create a budget for expansion\, and understand the funding options available to support your goals. You’ll leave with practical tools to help you make informed financial decisions as your business continues to grow. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nAssess your business’s financial readiness for growth.\n\n\nCreate an expansion budget and cash flow projections.\n\n\nExplore funding options and measure financial performance.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatefinancials/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T163000
DTSTAMP:20261015T161244Z
CREATED:20261012T193514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T161244Z
UID:10000829-1793631600-1793637000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Taxes: Getting Ready for Tax Time (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Monday\, November 2\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30pm\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 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/taxtimenov2026/
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:20261103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T152700Z
CREATED:20261021T152700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T152700Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, November 3\, 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-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:20261104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T202045Z
CREATED:20261013T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T202045Z
UID:10000834-1793804400-1793808000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, December 2\, 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-10/
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:20261104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T152808Z
CREATED:20261021T152808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T152808Z
UID:10000833-1793804400-1793808000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, November 4\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 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
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194501Z
CREATED:20260806T214341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194501Z
UID:10000817-1793890800-1793896200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: Financial Planning for Expansion (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, October 29\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGrowth requires thoughtful financial planning. This session will help you evaluate your business’s financial readiness\, create a budget for expansion\, and understand the funding options available to support your goals. You’ll leave with practical tools to help you make informed financial decisions as your business continues to grow. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nAssess your business’s financial readiness for growth.\n\n\nCreate an expansion budget and cash flow projections.\n\n\nExplore funding options and measure financial performance.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatefinancialonline/
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:20261110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T152926Z
CREATED:20261021T152926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T152926Z
UID:10000836-1794322800-1794326400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 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/
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:20261110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T163000
DTSTAMP:20261012T193300Z
CREATED:20261012T193300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T193300Z
UID:10000828-1794322800-1794328200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks vs. Excel: Which Is Right for Your Business? (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\n\nAs your business grows\, so do your financial needs. Excel and QuickBooks can both help you manage your business finances\, but knowing which tool is right for you can make managing your business a little easier. \n\n\nIn this class\, The Iowa Center staff will walk you through the differences between Excel and QuickBooks\, including the benefits\, limitations\, costs\, and best uses of each. We’ll explore when Excel may be the right fit\, when QuickBooks may better meet your needs\, and what to consider as your business grows. We’ll also discuss how you can make the transition from Excel to QuickBooks when the time comes. \n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/quickbooks-vs-excel-which-is-right-for-your-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:20261110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T163000
DTSTAMP:20261021T153215Z
CREATED:20261021T153215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T153215Z
UID:10000841-1794322800-1794328200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: Marketing for Growth and Expansion (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nGrowing your business means reaching new customers in meaningful ways. In this session\, you’ll explore marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness\, connect with your target audience\, and support long-term growth. Learn how to create a marketing plan that can scale alongside your business and measure the impact of your efforts. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nUnderstand the role marketing plays in business growth.\nIdentify and reach new target markets.\nCreate a scalable marketing strategy with measurable results.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-marketing-for-growth-and-expansion-online/
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:20261112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194333Z
CREATED:20260806T214546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194333Z
UID:10000818-1794495600-1794501000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: Building a Successful Expansion Strategy (In Person)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, November 12\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nA successful expansion starts with a solid plan. This session focuses on building a strategy that supports sustainable growth by helping you identify the resources\, capital\, and people needed to move your business forward. You’ll also learn how to anticipate potential risks and create a roadmap for achieving your expansion goals. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nBuild a strategic roadmap for business expansion.\nDetermine the capital needed to support growth.\nLearn how to build the right team and manage expansion risks.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatebusinessplan/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T163000
DTSTAMP:20261009T175524Z
CREATED:20261009T175524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T175524Z
UID:10000827-1794927600-1794933000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Season of Support
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 17\, 2026\nTime: 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Flora Cafe in the Des Moines Botanical Gardens (909 Robert D. Ray Drive\, Des Moines\, IA)\nRegister: Here\nThe holiday season is often a crucial time for small businesses\, and shopping local can make a lasting impact on Iowa’s small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and our communities. Join The Iowa Center for Made in Iowa: Season of Support sponsored by CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA\,) a special edition of our Made in Iowa series\, highlighting the small businesses that make our communities vibrant and fun places to live\, work\, and visit. \nFeaturing a panel of Iowa’s small business owners\, this conversation explores what shopping local looks like ahead of the holiday season and how entrepreneurs prepare for one of the busiest times of year for their business. Attendees will gain insights into the opportunities and challenges small businesses face during the holidays and find meaningful ways to keep their dollars local ahead of this season. \nJoin us for an engaging afternoon of conversation and connection at Flora Cafe\, proudly owned and operated by Chef Suman and Dr. Cynthia Hoque of HoQ restaurant\, located in the Des Moines Botanical Gardens. \nThis panel discussion features: \n\nYinka Cole\, Edara Wellness Coffee & Tea\nCallé Friesen\, Quiltberry Farm\nModerated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center Women’s Business Center\n\nThrough the generosity and support of our sponsor\, CLA\, registration to Made in Iowa is free: Register Here\nUpon entering the Des Moines Botanical Gardens\, Iowa Center staff will direct you and any guests to Flora Restaurant. Any attendees looking to explore the botanical gardens following the speaker panel will need to purchase Botanical Garden tickets for “Dome for the Holidays\,” which are available for purchase after 10/15/2026.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/made-in-iowa-season-of-support/
LOCATION:Flora Cafe\, 909 Robert D Ray Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T163000
DTSTAMP:20261021T153017Z
CREATED:20261021T153017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T153017Z
UID:10000838-1795015800-1795019400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 4:30pm\nLocation: Online\nRegister: Here\nTurn your dream into a plan with this small group\, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business ideas as you put them into real plans. \n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-business-plan-13/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194255Z
CREATED:20260806T214914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194255Z
UID:10000819-1795100400-1795105800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate: Building a Successful Expansion Strategy (Online)
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nA successful expansion starts with a solid plan. This session focuses on building a strategy that supports sustainable growth by helping you identify the resources\, capital\, and people needed to move your business forward. You’ll also learn how to anticipate potential risks and create a roadmap for achieving your expansion goals. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nBuild a strategic roadmap for business expansion.\nDetermine the capital needed to support growth.\nLearn how to build the right team and manage expansion risks.\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevatebusinessplanonline/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T153117Z
CREATED:20261021T153117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T153117Z
UID:10000839-1795532400-1795536000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Monday\, November 24\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/always-ready-marketing-in-person-4/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T200224Z
CREATED:20261013T200224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T200224Z
UID:10000831-1796137200-1796140800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, December 1\, 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-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:20261208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T202824Z
CREATED:20261013T202824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T202824Z
UID:10000835-1796742000-1796745600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, December 8\, 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-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:20261210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T163000
DTSTAMP:20261012T193721Z
CREATED:20261012T193721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T193721Z
UID:10000830-1796914800-1796920200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Taxes: Getting Ready for Tax Time (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, December 10\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30pm\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 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/taxtimedec2026/
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:20261215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T203207Z
CREATED:20261013T203207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T203207Z
UID:10000837-1797346800-1797350400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, December 15\, 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-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T205206Z
CREATED:20261013T205206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T205206Z
UID:10000840-1797519600-1797523200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, December 17\, 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-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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