EDC Events
Agriculture Education Forum
Community input needed! What types of agricultural training or education programs would be beneficial to our region? How can Centralia College help the agricultural community meet its training needs? Be part of a facilitated conversation around agriculture in our region, how to encourage young people to pursue agriculture careers, and how various agencies and partners [...]
The Business of Creative Writing
SPSCC-Lacey 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesJim Henson said that business plays an essential role in communicating art to a broad audience, and that we must understand the value of both worlds. This four-part series of classes (Thursdays from 1-4-18 to 1-25-18) will introduce students to the world of business for creative writers. Participants will learn the basics of traditional and [...]
Business Enterprise Startup Traning (BEST) 275
Center for Business & Innovation 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesStarting a new business can be exciting, and overwhelming. There are so many things to consider such as setting up operations, meeting legal requirements, accurately pricing your product or service, creating a marketing strategy and plan, and understanding financial statements. Above all, you will want to be profitable! Engage and interact in this live instructor-led [...]
Let’s Talk Business! – What Managers Need to Know to be Successful
WebinarIn this episode of Let’s Talk Business, Shannon Novakovich with NovaWerx will discuss: – Exempt vs non-exempt employees – What it means that Washington is an “At Will” state – Helping under-performing staff achieve success – Employee engagement – Conflict resolution with you as the mentor – And answer your questions!
Let’s Talk Business!- Intro to Business Startup
WebinarThis episode is 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 Business [...]
Business TuneUp Begins
Thurston Economic Development Council – Center for Business and Innovation 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesBusiness TuneUp is designed to help you focus on your business operations. By taking the time to carefully organize and create systems for your business, you can transform your business so you get more work done with far less effort; freeing up your valuable time. If you feel stressed out, overwhelmed, or like your business is [...]
Let’s Talk Business! – Demystifying Woman-Owned Business Certifications
WebinarDuring this webinar, Ashley Coronado with Washington’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), will clear up your misconceptions on what it means to become a certified Women Owned Small Business, including who qualifies to become a WOSB/WBE, how to apply, and which of your customers care most about the certification. Also learn about a free [...]
Washington State Paid Sick Leave Law Luncheon
Center for Business & Innovation 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesThis informational luncheon is designed to help small business approach the new mandatory paid sick leave law. Washington State law requires all employers, regardless of size, to provide paid sick leave to their employees. How will you manage this new law? Join us on January 26 and learn... ..from other small businesses and how they [...]
Thurston EDC Open House
SPSCC-Lacey 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesJoin the Thurston EDC staff for an after-hours event featuring the 5 focus areas of the Thurston County Economic Alliance (TCEA) and their leaders. Career Pathways and Workforce Readiness, Cheryl Fambles-PacMtn Workforce Development Traded Sector Industry Growth and Innovation, Kyle Wiese-Thurston Economic Development Council Small business and Entrepreneurial Resources, Celia Nightingale-Center for Business & Innovation [...]