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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!
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LOCATION:First National Bank Building\, 101 Jackson Street\, Brooklyn\, 502211\, United States
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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
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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!
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LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
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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
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