Events for April 28, 2024 - April 28, 2024

Jim 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 [...]

Starting 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 [...]

In 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!

This 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 [...]

  During 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 [...]

This 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 [...]