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SUMMARY:Claim What’s Yours: A Guide to Tax Credits for Working Families
DESCRIPTION:Claim What’s Yours: A Guide to Tax Credits for Working Families\nDate: January 7th\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Zoom\nDetails: Join us to discover tax credits that can put money back in the pockets of hardworking taxpayers! This event will cover both refundable and non-refundable tax credits to help you save. Presented in partnership with the IRS and MaineStreet Business Building.\nEvent Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1XmZVm4Gbn/\nMore Information: Contact Dodie at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-217-2132.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/claim-whats-yours-a-guide-to-tax-credits-for-working-families/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Educational Resources,For Municipalities,For Non-Profits,Online Webinars,Training
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways: Week 11
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\n\nWEEK 11 – PART 1: THE IMPACT OF SMALL BUSINESS ON THE LOCAL ECONOMYUnderstanding the mutual nature of the relationship between economy and business is essential to making timely\, and strategic\, decisions. This session will provide insight into Washington County’s Economy and the important role small business owners and entrepreneurs play in its success.\n\nWEEK 11 – PART 2: MEET YOUR RESOURCES! PANELMAINE BUSINESS SUPPORT PARTNERS WILL COME TOGETHER TO DISCUSS ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU\, FOR FREE!Resource Panelists include technical assistance providers\, business advisors\, community lenders\, and mentors!\n\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-week-11/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T170000
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UID:13403-1715868000-1715878800@sunrisecounty.org
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 10
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 10 – PART 1: BECOMING AN EMPLOYER – TO HIRE\, OR TO CONTRACT?When starting a new venture\, it is likely that owners will decide help is needed as their businesses grow. Many small businesses start out hiring outside contractors but\, at some point\, may feel the pull to become an employer. This class will look at the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario and important factors to consider when making the next move. Growing your work environment is a big step! During the second half of the workshop\, we will explore workplace know-how that builds inclusiveness\, high morale\, and consistent employee and community experiences at the onset.\nWEEK 10 – PART 2: PLANNING YOUR TRANSITION – WHAT’S YOUR END GAME?Whether born of a hobby\, innovative idea\, or burning desire to build a legacy\, mapping out your life cycle within your business is an important piece of the strategic puzzle. Let’s uncover what going out on top looks like to you and steps you can take to achieve it.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 9
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 9 – PART 1: MONITORING YOUR BUSINESS’ FINANCIAL HEALTH – IT’S TIME FOR A CHECK-UP!Business owners need not be full-fledged finance experts to make their businesses successful and fiscally fit. This class will cover key measurements to consider as you examine your business’ financial health at startup\, and beyond.\nWEEK 9 – PART 2: RISK MANAGEMENT – THE IMPACT OF BUSINESS DECISIONSOwning and operating a business involve varying degrees of uncertainty and\, often\, the biggest moves aren’t much more than calculated risks. Learn how to identify healthy\, and unhealthy\, levels of risk and their potential impact on your business’ longevity.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/ \nSee less
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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UID:13391-1714658400-1714669200@sunrisecounty.org
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 8 – PART 1: EFFICIENCY IN BUSINESSEfficiency is achieving optimum performance from your resources. Increasing your business’ efficiency reduces costs\, increases profits\, and helps your business grow. This session will explore best practices in gaining business efficiency and sustainability.\nWEEK 8 – PART 2: TAX TIME: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PLAN AHEADTax planning does not have to be stressful. In this session\, we will learn about practices\, steps\, and resources that startups should consider to ensure their records\, and income taxes\, are consistently accurate.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 7
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 7 – PART 1: TAKING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE TO THE NEXT LEVELThe customer experience begins before your first one on one interaction and long after the sale. Let’s explore practical ways to establish and improve the customer experience that can add zeros to your bottom line!\nWEEK 7 – PART 2: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS & NETWORKINGRelationship- and community-building is at the core of business success and touches everything a business does–from operations management to morale to community perception. Let’s explore the benefits of building and strengthening relationships\, observing and understanding others’ behaviors\, communication approaches\, and the importance of respecting and valuing one another’s strengths and weaknesses. This workshop will also focus on effective networking online and offline and define steps and skill builders that will prove helpful throughout building your own powerful network.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit our website: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/ or our Facebook page.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Business Website Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\n\nWEEK 3: BUSINESS WEBSITE BASICS\nAre you interested in creating a website for your business? Want to freshen up the look of your existing website? Let’s discuss the steps of creating your business website and take a closer look at what type of content will get your business noticed.\n\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\n\nSign up here: https://www.facebook.com/events/297167193112558/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%5B%5D%7D
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/business-website-basics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Graphic Design Basics
DESCRIPTION:PARTNERS IN ENTREPRENEURIAL PATHWAYS 2.0 – BEYOND THE BUSINESS PLAN \nGraphic Design Basics \nJoin us via Zoom on Thursday March 21\, 2- 5pm\, Free \nLearn how to create stunning visual content for any of your online platforms. FREE tools and resources will be provided that will have you making beautiful graphics for your business in a snap!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/graphic-design-basics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000
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CREATED:20240310T184816Z
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UID:12821-1710424800-1710435600@sunrisecounty.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan \nWeek 1: Building Your Brand\, March 14\, 2- 5pm \nWhat is your business’ personality? A strong brand is critical to the success of any business or organization. Learn about the importance of a strong brand\, how to build your brand “voice”\, and have a strong visual identity. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community. Enroll for college credit or choose individual workshops!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/building-your-brand/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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