8:30 am Seminars

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Starting a New Business?  Options to Consider
Ideas .  .  .  options .  .  .  how to get started.

To Form or Not to Form .  .  a Business Entity
Learn about the pros and cons of the various forms of business structures: sole proprietorship, corporation, and LLC.  This class does not constitute legal advice, but will provide you with a basic understanding of which business entity is right for you.
Also at 1:00 pm

Licensing Made Simple
What you need to know about getting a state, city and local business license.
Also at 2:30 pm

Taxes and the Small Business Owner    
Find out what every small business needs to know about filing and paying federal taxes, and how to avoid the most common tax reporting errors.  Even if you use a tax preparer, this is good information to know!
Also at 2:30 pm

Marketing Tips and Tricks
Effective marketing on a shoestring budget.  Small business marketing secrets, advertising ideas and strategies.
Also at 2:30 pm

Turning Clicks Into Clients          
Six keys to better websites.

Five Ways to Boost Your Profits
Work ON your business not just IN it.   Learn how to take immediate control of your cash flow and profits, and increase your customer base.

Financing Options
Learn about various programs and services designed to provide capital to start-up and established businesses.

Connecting to the Government Marketplace
Are you interested in selling to state and federal government agencies? Learn about the purchasing process and certification programs for small businesses.  Find out how to research government contract opportunities and where to go for assistance.

Start Your Own Import/Export Business
Get the basics - market research, pricing, customs regulations, logistics, import and export transactions, and more.

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