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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 […]
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Public Works – Business Plan & Pursuit Schedule (Plan the Plan) – Week 6
Public Works – Business Plan & Pursuit Schedule (Plan the Plan) – Week 6
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 training series is a continuation of the Fundamentals training which took place in February 2023 for small, minority and […]
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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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Taking Your Website from Bad to Great
Taking Your Website from Bad to Great
When did you last look at your business’s website? Or perhaps you are still trying to develop one? Websites remain an incredibly popular destination for site traffic. When you add up all of the functions and ways they can work for and represent your business, nothing works harder online than a professional website. It can […]
Public Works – Specs & Schedule (Digging In) – Week 7
Public Works – Specs & Schedule (Digging In) – Week 7
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 training series is a continuation of the Fundamentals training which took place in February 2023, for small, minority and […]
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Olympia Business TuneUp: Accounting
Olympia 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 […]
8(a) Business Development Program Overview: Are You 8(a) Ready?
8(a) Business Development Program Overview: Are You 8(a) Ready?
Have you been in business for at least two years? Are you ready to grow your small business? Are you interested in contracting opportunities with the Federal government? The federal government aims to award 13 percent of all federal contracting dollars (15% by 2025) to certified small, disadvantaged businesses. You may be wondering, what are […]
Starting a New Restaurant
Starting a New Restaurant
In this two-hour workshop, you will learn the basics of getting started with opening your food-related business. Topics on which will be discussed are: - Developing a menu - Writing a business plan - Predicting sales - Preparing a cashflow projection - Renting space and acquiring equipment - Making what you will be doing special […]
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Olympia Business TuneUp: Accounting
Olympia 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 […]
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Taste of Washington State
Join us for the first post-COVID in-person outbound trade mission to Taipei and Hong Kong for Washington specialty beverage producers. This mission provides an opportunity for Washington companies to participate in the growing specialty beverage market in Taipei and Hong Kong. You will have the opportunity to introduce your products to buyers and gain first-hand […]
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ScaleUp Business Training April 2023
ScaleUp Business Training April 2023
ScaleUp Business Training was designed to help established businesses increase profitability, build capacity, and spur growth. - Do you feel like you have no time outside of working in your business? - Are you spending too much time on low profit activities? - Have high maintenance clients taken over your schedule? - Are you thinking […]
Public Works – Pricing (Nuts and Bolts) – Week 8
Public Works – Pricing (Nuts and Bolts) – Week 8
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 training series is a continuation of the Fundamentals training which took place in February 2023, for small, minority and […]
MAKE: Customized Stained Glass Panel
MAKE: Customized Stained Glass Panel
Using stained glass, you’ll learn to design, cut, grind, and solder glass pieces, turning them into a beautiful stained glass panel. The class provides two hours of instructional time for 10 weeks with one break the last week of May (May 30th). During the class you will learn the fundamentals of stained glass, working with […]
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Look Beyond the U.S. to Global Markets: 2 Easy Ways to Increase Your Sales
Look Beyond the U.S. to Global Markets: 2 Easy Ways to Increase Your Sales
Selling to international markets will help you grow your business in these uncertain economic times by using two key strategies: 1. Globalize your website to drive more international visitors and buyers to you - Learn some simple, low-cost techniques to increase visibility in overseas markets 2. Work with an Export Management Company (EMC) who can […]
Let’s Talk: Small Business Formation & Taxes
Let’s Talk: Small Business Formation & Taxes
The speakers for this event are bilingual. This presentation will be also given in Spanish on May 3rd from 5-6pm. You may ask questions in either language. Entity formation: Are you just starting your business? Have you thought about registering as an ABN or DBA? How about as an LLC? Let's talk about the different ways we can […]
MAKE: Rocket Stove – MIG Welding
MAKE: Rocket Stove – MIG Welding
Summer time means grilling and barbecues! Weld your own rocket stove and have a mini cook out! The rocket stove design is meant to optimize airflow and get the stove really hot really fast. Due to the high heat, there is typically little to no smoke when burning a fire in a rocket stove. It […]
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“Mineral Trade – from Democratic Republic of Congo to Washington State – A Transparent & Ethical Strategy”
You are cordially invited to attend “Mineral Trade – from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Washington State – A Transparent & Ethical Strategy” on April 24th & 25th from 9-4 at SPSCC Lacey Campus 4220 6th Avenue Southeast, Lacey, WA. This two-day event will bring together Mining Site Owners, Artisanal Miners, Investors and Consumers […]
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Public Works – Bidding (Making Final Adjustments) – Week 9
Public Works – Bidding (Making Final Adjustments) – Week 9
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 training series is a continuation of the Fundamentals training which took place in February 2023, for small, minority and […]
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Seattle Women in Tech Regatta 2023
The Regatta is a global gathering to connect wo(men) in tech to mentors, peers & resources. The 7th annual Women in Tech Regatta (WiT) includes activities, events, panels and workshops designed to drive positive change, innovation, and workplace diversity in the tech industry. All are welcome, regardless of gender, job function or career level. This boutique […]
Are You Ready to Export? Meet the Washington State Dept of Agriculture
Are You Ready to Export? Meet the Washington State Dept of Agriculture
Are You Ready to Export? Join us this week for a conversation with Julie Johnson, International Trade Specialist for the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA). The WSDA's International Marketing Program supports the health and viability of Washington's food and agricultural businesses. The program facilitates buyer-seller connections, delivers resources and continually advocates for global market […]