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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, June 2\, 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-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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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/dreambuildersummer2026/2026-05-27/
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:20260521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260504T154901Z
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SUMMARY:Early-Stage Essentials with The Iowa Center & Hub 712 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, May 21\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: 603 N Adams Street\, Carroll\, IA 51401\nRegister: Here\nGetting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process a little easier\, as we outline early-stage essentials! \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/hub712/
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:20260521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260417T171337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T150633Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kennedy Van Rossum\, Bank Iowa + Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, May 21\, 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/marketing-for-startups-with-a-small-budget-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:20260519T160000
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CREATED:20260417T170953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T170953Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, May 19\, 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-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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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, May 12\, 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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026\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-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260417T152844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T152844Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, May 6\, 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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260312T151715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T210810Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kennedy Van Rossum\, Bank Iowa + Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Thursday\, April 23\, 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/marketingstartups/
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:20260421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260312T151537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151537Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, April 21\, 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/
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:20260414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260312T151322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151322Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, April 14\, 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/
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:20260414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T093000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260306T163430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T155421Z
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SUMMARY:Made in Iowa: Rural Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.\nLocation: Invictus Media (506 3rd Street Suite 300\, Des Moines\, IA 50309)\nRegister: Here\nRural businesses are the heartbeat of our local economy. Our “Made in Iowa” series\, sponsored by CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen\,) is a panel discussion exploring the role of small businesses in connecting communities and building culture. This session\, we are partnering with these small businesses focused on entrepreneurs outside the Des Moines metro\, showcasing how rural businesses are creating jobs\, serving neighbors\, and shaping local culture. \nJoin us for a panel discussion\, featuring: \n– Dr. Ann M. Eike\, Practice Owner and Veterinarian Wags & Whiskers Veterinary Clinic\, PC– Walter Juarez\, Founder and CEO of C.A. Food\, Beverage\, & Coffee– Moderated by Jennifer Thomas\, Program Director of The Iowa Center Women’s Business Center \nThrough the generosity and support of our sponsor\, CLA\, registration to Made in Iowa is free.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/made-in-iowa-rural-businesses/
LOCATION:Invictus Media Office\, 506 3rd Street Suite 300\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50309
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260312T151203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151203Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026\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-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:20260407T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260312T151019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151019Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, April 7\, 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/
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:20260401T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251125T171559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215205Z
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SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026 Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday\, April 1\, 2026\, 5:30-7:30 PM (for full details and class schedule\, click here!) \nLocation: Online \nIn our final session\, we’ll celebrate your hard work and growth throughout the course. This graduation class is your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into action by presenting your business pitch and sharing your marketing strategy with your peers and instructors. \nYou’ll have the chance to showcase your brand story\, creative marketing ideas\, and the strategies you’ve developed to reach your audience on a budget. This is a supportive and engaging space to gain feedback\, network with fellow entrepreneurs\, and be inspired by the innovative approaches others have crafted. \nWe’ll close out the course by recognizing your accomplishments and setting the stage for your next steps as a confident\, resourceful business owner ready to make an impact.
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuildergraduation2026/
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:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251125T172630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z
UID:10000649-1774459800-1774467000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from February 11th to April 1st (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 February 2nd. \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 \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-spring-2026-write-your-business-plan-with-support-strategy-in-person/2026-03-25/
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:20260319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260205T210004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T210004Z
UID:10000680-1773932400-1773936000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \nDate: Thursday\, March 19\, 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/
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:20260317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260205T203430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T134952Z
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SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 17\, 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-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:20260311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251125T172630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z
UID:10000648-1773250200-1773257400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from February 11th to April 1st (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 February 2nd. \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 \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-spring-2026-write-your-business-plan-with-support-strategy-in-person/2026-03-11/
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:20260310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260205T205008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T135024Z
UID:10000679-1773154800-1773158400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 10\, 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-9/
LOCATION:The Iowa Center\, 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Center for Economic Success":MAILTO:info@theiowacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260205T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T203735Z
UID:10000676-1772636400-1772640000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Lending (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026\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-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:20260303T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20260205T202817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T202817Z
UID:10000675-1772550000-1772553600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Getting Ready
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, March 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-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:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251125T172630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z
UID:10000647-1772040600-1772047800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from February 11th to April 1st (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 February 2nd. \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 \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-spring-2026-write-your-business-plan-with-support-strategy-in-person/2026-02-25/
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:20260219T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20250814T210210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T163516Z
UID:10000604-1771513200-1771520400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Raising Capital and Funding Business Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, February 19\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nElevate is The Iowa Center’s more advanced 5-class series that helps our clients develop growth strategies for their established small businesses. The series is open to clients who received assistance to launch and grow their small businesses and are ready for the next step\, as well as existing businesses seeking education and support to strengthen\, stabilize and grow. \n\nTopics:\n\nTypes of funding: debt\, equity\, and hybrid models\nNavigating loans\, grants\, angel investors\, and venture capital\nCrafting an effective pitch deck\nUnderstanding valuation and term sheets\nLeveraging crowdfunding and community investment\n\n\nAction Items:\n\nCreate a pitch deck\n\n\n\n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/elevate-session-4-virtual/
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:20260218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251217T203212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T203826Z
UID:10000666-1771426800-1771430400@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Healthcare Options for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: Holmes Murphy + Oscar Health\nDate: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Virtual\nRegister: Here\nThis session is led by the employee benefits team at Holmes Murphy\, a nationally recognized insurance consulting firm with nearly a century of experience partnering with businesses to promote health\, protect wealth\, and deliver peace of mind. Joining the conversation will be representatives from Oscar Health\, who will share insight into newer healthcare plan options that many business owners may not yet be familiar with. \nTogether\, they’ll provide practical\, real-world guidance to help you better understand healthcare benefits and confidently take the next step. \nIn this class\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhat does employer-sponsored health insurance look like for small businesses?\nWhat factors should business owners consider when offering benefits?\nWhat role does a benefits broker play in designing and managing a plan?\nWhat is ICHRA and how does it work?\nWhat healthcare plan options\, including newer alternatives\, are available to employers today?\nHow can benefits support both business goals and employee well-being?\n\n \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/healthsmallbusinesses/
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:20260217T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251210T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T211801Z
UID:10000663-1771342200-1771345800@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Financial Health Chase Money Skills - Understanding and Building Credit (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Marcia Treichel & The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:30 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: 2210 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA 50312\nRegister: Here\nFinancial Health Chase Money Skills is a financial education program designed to help students and communities improve their financial health. The program offers practical guidance on topics like budgeting\, saving\, credit management\, and fraud prevention. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/financial-health-chase-money-skills-understanding-and-building-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251210T192330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T212103Z
UID:10000659-1771340400-1771344000@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00pm\nLocation: Virtual\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-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251210T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T215017Z
UID:10000661-1771254000-1771257600@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Marketing
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n \n \nPresenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Monday\, February 16\, 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/
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:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251125T172630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215517Z
UID:10000646-1770831000-1770838200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from February 11th to April 1st (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 February 2nd. \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 \nAre you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank. In today’s competitive business landscape\, creativity and resourcefulness can be your greatest assets\, and this course will show you how to leverage them to achieve remarkable marketing results. \nThroughout this course\, you will delve into innovative\, cost-effective marketing techniques tailored specifically for startups and small businesses. From crafting a compelling brand story and harnessing the power of social media to mastering guerrilla marketing tactics and optimizing your online presence\, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for maximizing your marketing efforts on a shoestring budget. Join us on a journey to discover how to reach your target audience\, generate leads\, and build a loyal customer base\, all while managing your resources efficiently. By the end of this course\, you’ll have a solid blueprint for navigating the world of marketing as a small business\, setting you on a path toward sustainable growth and success. Don’t let a limited budget hold you back – learn how to market smarter\, not harder\, and watch your business thrive. \n \nClick here to register!
URL:https://theiowacenter.org/event/dreambuilder-spring-2026-write-your-business-plan-with-support-strategy-in-person/2026-02-11/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132053
CREATED:20251210T191930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T191930Z
UID:10000657-1770735600-1770739200@theiowacenter.org
SUMMARY:Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff\nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 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-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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