EDC Events
BASICS: Welding
Lacey MakerSpace 16 Baran Drive SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesThe Basics series classes run 45 minutes to one hour and cover basic safety and operations of tool and/or equipment instruction. This will provide all the information needed to be certified on using the equipment at the MakerSpace. For more in-depth project based hands-on instruction, we offer workshops and one-on-one mentoring. Basic classes are always [...]
City of Olympia Quick Startup: HER-Commerce Edition
WebinarCity of Olympia Quick Startup: HER Commerce is an e-commerce platform design program in partnership with TheWMarketplace. Are you ready to make your dream a reality? Quick Start: HER-Commerce Edition is ready to launch your future. Learn business startup basics, design your brand, and set up an online shop in TheWMarketplace an e-commerce platform for women-owned businesses. [...]
Intro to Business Live Webinar
WebinarThis 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 [...]
Lacey MakerSpace Public Tour
Lacey MakerSpace 16 Baran Drive SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesPublic tours of the Lacey MakerSpace are available each Saturday at 10:00 am, with limited capacity. Take a lap around the shop, see the tools, ask questions, and discover what you can make! -- When: Every Saturday Time: 10:00 - 10:30 am Register Here! Where: Baran Drive Southeast, Lacey, WA 98503
How to Hire Your First Employee
WebinarA guide to the regulatory, cost, and administrative considerations of adding employees to your team. During this webinar, you will learn the technical aspects of hiring employees including required processes, recommended policies, cost considerations, and administrative impacts. The presenter, Kristina Hines, is a Washington SBDC Certified Business Advisor. Kristina has nearly 20 years of experience [...]
Hootenanny! Economic Courage Awards 2022
Thurston Economic Development Council – Center for Business and Innovation 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesWe had so much at the Hootenanny last year that we decided to bring it back! Join us for games, live music from Runaway Train, BBQ from Southbay Dickerson’s and local beer as we blow off some steam! Come celebrate the Economic Courage our Thurston County Businesses have shown over and over again with creativity, tenacity and [...]
Effective Landing Pages 101
WebinarWe all want our online advertising to be effective, and landing pages can help us convert prospects into buyers. But what exactly is a landing page? And what are the key elements that should be on a landing page in order for it to be a high-converting landing page? In this webinar, we’ll talk through [...]
Laying the Groundwork: Basics of Government Contracting
WebinarThis class is for small business owners who are brand new to government procurement. This class will lay the ground work for you to decide if government contracting should be in your future. This class is fun and informal so bring your coffee and a doughnut and join us as we answer questions and discuss [...]
Intro to Business Live Webinar
WebinarThis 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 [...]
Quick Startup Pop-Up Market!
Drip Espresso Bar 1018 Capitol Way S, Olympia, WA, United StatesWhen: August 4, 2022 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Where: Drip Espresso Bar | 1018 Capitol Way S, Olympia, WA 98501 For more information, contact: Naomi Sky | 360.754.6320