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Three Basic Financials Reports Every Business Should Have
Three Basic Financials Reports Every Business Should Have
A business has to prove its viability and worth to potential lenders and investors. In this session, we will discuss the three basic financial reports that every business should have whether it is a start-up or a well-established business. We will delve into who the typical users will be, what questions they may ask, and […]
Public Works – Bonding – Week 3
Public Works – Bonding – Week 3
Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) are presenting a virtual training series focused on Public Work contracting. Each session is led by a subject matter expert(s) from the public works sector. This 5 week training series will provide education to small, minority and women-owned businesses. This session will be from 3:00 pm […]
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Intro to Business Live Webinar
Intro to Business Live Webinar
This class is designed for those who are thinking about starting a business or in the early planning stages. Learn the fundamental elements of what makes a business successful, the basics of business planning, and the steps to take to turn an idea into a reality. Meet staff from the Washington Center for Women in […]
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2023 Puget Sound Women-owned Business Pitch Seminar and Pitch Contest
2023 Puget Sound Women-owned Business Pitch Seminar and Pitch Contest
Our aim is to help prepare women entrepreneurs and business owners to successfully seek financing, whether it's from an angel investor or a bank. The winner(s) of the Pitch Contest will receive a cash prize. To give these women the skills to develop a successful pitch, SCORE Greater Seattle is offering a seminar on Pitch […]
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Public Works – Accounting – Week 4
Public Works – Accounting – Week 4
Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) are presenting a virtual training series focused on Public Work contracting. Each session is led by a subject matter expert(s) from the public works sector. This 5 week training series will provide education to small, minority and women-owned businesses. This session will be from 3:00 pm […]
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EmPower Women’s Leadership Conference
EmPower Women’s Leadership Conference
EmPower Women’s Leadership Conference brings together women in trades careers to celebrate their success as leaders & inspire other women to find and embrace their inner leader. The EmPower Leadership Awards are presented to women and businesses that exhibit leadership and action in the growth and advancement of women in the trades. Awards are given […]
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City of Tumwater Business Startup Training
City of Tumwater Business Startup Training
The City of Tumwater in partnership with the Thurston EDC Center for Business & Innovation is offering scholarships for Business Startup Training. The five week training includes instructor lead webinars (one per week), access to online course content, one-on-one business coaching, business mentorship, and no cost access to business plan writing software for six months. […]
Buying or Selling an Existing Business Step by Step
Buying or Selling an Existing Business Step by Step
This 3-hour workshop is designed to give you plenty of practical exercises to give you, the future business owner, real steps to take away and the skills and know-how that you’ll need for: - Finding a business to buy - Evaluating an offer to sell a business - Performing the necessary review and due diligence […]
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City of Lacey Business Startup Training
City of Lacey Business Startup Training
The City of Lacey in partnership with the Thurston EDC Center for Business & Innovation is offering scholarships for Business Startup Training. The five week training includes instructor lead webinars (one per week), access to online course content, one-on-one business coaching, business mentorship, and no cost access to business plan writing software for six months. […]
Small Business at a “Hire” Level
Small Business at a “Hire” Level
Hiring, Personnel Management, and Organizational Culture In this workshop, you will learn: - How to deliver on “great customer service” by emphasizing “great employee service” - How to attract, develop, and retain a top-quality team - How to set (and if needed, how to shift) your organization’s perception and culture - The long-term impact of […]
Public Works – Insurance – Week 5
Public Works – Insurance – Week 5
Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) are presenting a virtual training series focused on Public Work contracting. Each session is led by a subject matter expert(s) from the public works sector. This 5 week training series will provide education to small, minority and women-owned businesses. This session will be from 3:00 pm […]
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What to Expect: Intro to Indirect Cost Rate Workshop
What to Expect: Intro to Indirect Cost Rate Workshop
Does your organization need an indirect cost rate to ensure success in government contracting? Work with a CPA that specializes in indirect cost rates to learn the basics. The CPA will walk you through your financial statements to understand how indirect cost rates are determined and how they help your business. Certified OMWBE Transportation related […]
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Coastal 29 Remove Fish Barriers Project Outreach – Kiewit
Coastal 29 Remove Fish Barriers Project Outreach – Kiewit
In partnership with Washington PTAC, Kiewit is looking to solicitate quotes on the upcoming Coastal 29 Fish Bundle Project for the listed items: FOM (Fully Operated & Maintained) Equipment - Trucking (Solo, T&T, Side Dump) - Vac Truck - Water Truck - Sweeper Truck Permanent Material Suppliers - Aggregate - Cable Fence Supply - Concrete […]
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Indirect Cost Rate Workshop
Indirect Cost Rate Workshop
Does your organization need an indirect cost rate to ensure success in government contracting? Work with a CPA that specializes in indirect cost rates to learn the basics. The CPA will walk you through your financial statements to understand how indirect cost rates are determined and how they help your business. For those unable to […]
Are You Ready to Export? Meet the Washington State Dept of Commerce
Are You Ready to Export? Meet the Washington State Dept of Commerce
Are You Ready to Export? Join us this week for a conversation with Nicole Gunkle, Consumer Goods and Professional Services International Trade Specialist for the WA State Department of Commerce Export Assistance Team. The export assistance team within Commerce’s Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness has helped businesses statewide expand into trade or increase their […]
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Business Growth and Development
Business Growth and Development
Could you use a boost to keep your business going and growing? This webinar is designed to give business owners hope and options to survive and thrive in challenging and normal times. Topics include: - Cashflow management, forecasting, breakeven, and contribution margin - Funding & Capital Infusion including what you can do to prepare for […]
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Pasos para Convertirse en Vendedor en un Mercado de Agricultores
Pasos para Convertirse en Vendedor en un Mercado de Agricultores
Este seminario web incluirá: - Pasos para convertirse en vendedor - Licencias y permisos - Recursos - Recomendaciones Los presentadores, Juan García y Christian Moreno, son asesores de negocios de el Centro para el Emprendimiento Inclusivo (CIE). Su enfoce es en apoyar a los aspirantes propietarios de pequeñas empresas que inician y lanzan microempresas. -- […]
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Lacey Business TuneUp: Accounting
Lacey Business TuneUp: Accounting
Business TuneUp is a workshop style training for existing businesses in the early growth stages. Workshops are currently held in person at the Thurston EDC office. The workshops are paired with online learning modules so participants can prepare for the workshops and review what they have learned and created after the workshops are complete. Business […]
Financing Your Small Business
Financing Your Small Business
This 2-hour workshop first help you determine how much financing you’ll need to get your business started. Having the proper amount of financing to start your business can be the difference between success and failure. Then the workshop focuses on the following types of debt and equity financing and provides you real examples of how other businesses […]
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Farm to School Roadshow: Connecting Local Producers and School Buyers
Farm to School Roadshow: Connecting Local Producers and School Buyers
The first ever regional Farm to School Roadshow: Connecting Local Producers and School Buyers will be co-hosted by OSPI CNS and WSDA Regional Markets Program. This in-person training and networking event will bring together Washington school nutrition professionals and agricultural producers in an effort to promote and facilitate Farm to School purchasing relationships. Morning sessions will feature two separate […]
Lacey Business TuneUp: Accounting
Lacey Business TuneUp: Accounting
Business TuneUp is a workshop style training for existing businesses in the early growth stages. Workshops are currently held in person at the Thurston EDC office. The workshops are paired with online learning modules so participants can prepare for the workshops and review what they have learned and created after the workshops are complete. Business […]