EDC Events
ScaleUp Training Series: The Rebuild Edition
WebinarScaleUp Business Training is provided through funding from the Washington State Department of Commerce. This training is focused on teaching proven strategies to small businesses that will increase resiliency and spur growth, even in the face of a global pandemic. The three-hour online courses are held weekly, allowing up to 100 businesses around the state [...]
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 [...]
Profit Mastery: COVID-19 Edition 2021
WebinarThis course will meet once/week for a total of seven weeks (10/6-11/17). All instructional meetings will take place on Wednesdays at 9:00am via Zoom with virtual modules completed by participants at your own pace. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants prior to the first meeting. More information regarding the format and content of [...]
Are You Ready to Start a Business?
WebinarAre you looking to start up a business but have no experience running one? Do you have an idea you are excited about and want insight into how to get started? Join Washington SBDC Certified Business Advisor, Mia Johnstone, to hear about the basics of starting a business. Topics that will be covered: Identify reasons [...]
2021 South Sound Real Estate Forum
WebinarThe Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) is working to cultivate a dynamic, diverse, resilient and sustainable economy by expanding opportunity, attracting investment and retaining talent. The 13th Annual Thurston EDC Real Estate Forum is that work in action. The Virtual Forum will showcase our beautiful and vibrant community’s commercial, retail and industrial properties while providing a [...]
Let’s Talk Business: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Success
WebinarAre you tired of falling short of your goals? It’s so easy to point fingers and make excuses, but the truth, is that we’re often our own worst enemy. UGH! In this discussion, Jenn Masse, Certified Mindset and Empowerment Coach, will help you uncover the truth about your self-sabotaging behaviors, and give you the tools [...]
ScaleUp Training Series: The Rebuild Edition (Evening Cohort)
WebinarScaleUp Business Training is provided through funding from the Washington State Department of Commerce. This training is focused on teaching proven strategies to small businesses that will increase resiliency and spur growth, even in the face of a global pandemic. The three-hour online courses are held weekly, allowing up to 100 businesses around the state [...]
New Updates to PPP Loan Forgiveness Instructions
WebinarThis webinar will cover the new Coronavirus relief bill updates to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application and related instructions. Representatives from the SBA and the Washington State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will provide updates on the new PPP loan and loan forgiveness requirements: Topics Covered: New Direct to SBA PPP Forgiveness [...]
ScaleUp Training Series: The Rebuild Edition
WebinarScaleUp Business Training is provided through funding from the Washington State Department of Commerce. This training is focused on teaching proven strategies to small businesses that will increase resiliency and spur growth, even in the face of a global pandemic. The three-hour online courses are held weekly, allowing up to 100 businesses around the state [...]
ScaleUp Mastermind: Legal Structure for Professional Services
WebinarWe will be hearing from Christopher Brown, J.D. L.L.M., Principal and CEO of NorthStar Law Group about the legal and tax structures available for opening your own solo practice or partnering up with other professionals. If you've ever wondered what the most optimal way to setup your organization is, or what you should be considering [...]