Colorado Small Business Development Center Network Upcoming Events

Start-Up Basics - Lakewood, Monday, September 13, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:52:39 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Monday, September 13, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development. Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business. She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Breakfast Brown Bag: Telephone Imagery, Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:57:12 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Topic: Customer Relations
Most of us draw mental pictures of our customers or prospects on the telephone, often establishing long-term working relationships without ever meeting face-to-face. When we finally do meet, we're usually surprised his or her image doesn't match the picture we painted of him or her. It seems we're quick to visualize the person on the other end of the telephone, never realizing he or she is visualizing us as well. This fun, interactive seminar will teach you how to demonstrate characteristics that create a positive, memorable image. Using the word PICTURE, you will learn how various characteristics enable us to create a self-portrait everyone will remember with pleasure and won't be surprised to see. Improve your telephone communication skills through self-examination. Implement techniques that create a positive, memorable image. Learn why you should communicate personal relationship values during every customer interaction.
Speaker: Jeannie Davis, Now Hear This Jeannie Davis is an authority on telephone communication for great customer service and has trained thousands of individuals to maximize the profit- and image-building power of their #1 business communication tool. An influential speaker and trainer, she is the award-willing author of Beyond Hello and contributing author in Real World Customer Service Strategies That Work. Davis' respected affiliation with Fortune 500 companies and international associations is testament that her keynotes and seminars are beneficial to diverse organizations and industries. Program participants recognize her genuine passion for encouraging people to make beneficial behavioral changes - and showing them how to do it. Davis is immediate past president of the International Customer Service Association's Colorado Chapter and services on the Board of Directors for the Denver/Boulder Better Business Bureau Foundation. An active member of the National Speakers Association, she is a graduate of Leadership Denver, Leadership Aurora and a member of the Aurora Gateway Rotary Club.
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 15.00
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Business Plan Basics - Lakewood, Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:39:41 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Join us for this informative seminar that covers all the basics of preparing a successful business plan. We will discuss the purpose of a business plan, what it contains, what financial documents you will need, and how to determine start-up costs. You will be given a copy of a sample business plan. You will also learn what not to include in the document. This is a seminar every business owner should take, especially if you are planning to secure outside financing.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development. Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business. She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Sales Training Doesn't Stick, Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:56:41 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
In a tough economy, it's the soft skills that yield hard core results. In the past, we thought IQ was the key to success in life, but research now shows that it is our ability to understand our emotions and those of others that separate the winners from the rest of the pack. Emotional Intelligence is one of the most important concepts to hit the business world in recent years. It reaches into every aspect of your business. After this seminar, you will walk away with an understanding of 15 primary Emotional Intelligence attributes, how they show up in day-to-day business development and what you can do to raise your level in any of them. Learn why understanding yourself will help you sell more, and sell more easily. You will discover why traditional training of any kind does not stick and what to do about it. Learn a six-step process for consultative business development.
Speaker: Colleen Stanley, SalesLeadership, Inc. Colleen Stanley is the founder and president of SalesLeadership, Inc. She is a monthly columnist for Business Journals across the country, author of 'Growing Great Sales Teams' and co-author of "Motivational Selling." Stanley is the creator of EI SellingT, a unique and powerful sales program that integrates emotional intelligence skills with consultative sales skills. Prior to starting SalesLeadership, Colleen was vice president of sales and marketing for Varsity Spirit Corporation. During her 10 years at Varsity, sales increased from 8M to 90M. Little known facts: . Former triathlete (notice 'former') . Participated in the opening ceremonies of the 1984 Olympics . Made her first sale at age 6 Clients Include: Corporate Express, Orlando Magic, Vail Resorts, Leanin' Tree, Arthur J. Gallagher, Siemens Corporation, Land Title Guarantee, Alps Mutual Fund, Lafarge North America, Alpine Bank, Gerald H. Phipps, New York Times Small Business Summit, Jones NCTI
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Brown Bag: Achieving Wow! 10 Steps to Creating a Communications Strategy That Says WOW!, Thursday, September 16, 2010

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:19:48 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Topic: Managing a Business
Join us for a FREE workshop on "Achieving Wow." This engaging topic was presented in the July issue of New Business Denver. Learn how to build a memorable brand by creating a communications strategy that helps you build customer relationships that nurture loyalty and drive sales. This workshop takes small businesses through a ten-step process from defining objectives, building a plan, evaluating results, and showcasing tools available to make it easy to get started in implementing the plan. Co-author Sophia Farina, marketing director with Quark Inc. will be the featured speaker. Introduction of the topic will be made by Tameka Montgomery, executive director of the Denver Metro SBDC.
Speaker: Sophia Farina, Quark
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to RSVP.
Fee: Free
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Start-Up Basics - JWU, Monday, September 27, 2010

Business Training: Johnson & Wales University, College of Business, Denver — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:57:24 GMT

Where: Johnson & Wales University, College of Business, Denver
When: Monday, September 27, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: John Green, Johnson & Wales University John Green is an accomplished organizational, business and professional development mentor with a demonstrated ability for helping people identify, utilize and grow their talents, strengths and abilities. He has developed and cultivated personal and professional growth in hundreds of clients, business owners and professionals. He is an effective program designer, implementer and presenter, recognized for improving individual, workplace and entrepreneur performance. Greene has provided one-on-one counseling and workshop delivery to displaced professionals from technology, telecom, manufacturing, marketing and distribution environments. He has successfully transitioned these experiences and skill sets to a variety of programs including Career Continuation, Resume Creation, Interviewing Skills, Change Management, Best Hiring Practices, Successful Goal Planning, Business Planning and Implementation workshops, as well as personal development experiences. He is experienced in both the corporate and entrepreneurial sectors. He has been associated with major retailers, distributors and sales organizations at all levels of management in national and international arenas. He has been instrumental in successful business start-ups on and off the Internet, including sales, consulting and marketing ventures. In addition, he has extensive community and educational affiliations with organizations and universities nationwide.
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Accounting for Entrepreneuers I & II, Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:49:53 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Are you intimidated by numbers? If so, this two-part seminar is for you. Accounting for Entrepreneurs takes the mystery out of number crunching and puts it into easy-to-understand terms, in a playful environment. You will learn how to create income statements and balance sheets, track inventory, understand cash flow and liquidity, and apply this knowledge to real-life situations. Take the mundane tasks of accounting and business finance and make them something you can easily learn, understand, remember and use! Part II is Wednesday, September 29 from 9 am-1 pm.
Speaker: Jim Olp, Denver Metro SBDC As senior business consultant for the Denver Metro SBDC, Jim Olp assists clients with financial analysis and funding options. He has a depth of experience derived not just from his many years working with SBDCs, but also from his ownership of more than a dozen small businesses. He has taught virtually every aspect of small business management and operations at the college level for more than two decades. Olp has exceptional expertise in business financing options and can assist clients in structuring their business plans and pro forma projections toward the goal of securing financing. Jim earned his bachelor's degree from King's College with a double major in history and political science with a minor in English. He earned his master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in political science and a minor in computer science.
To register, visit www.denversbdc.org.
Fee: $ 80.00
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FastTrac GrowthVenture, Week 1, Tuesday, October 05, 2010

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:47:21 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The FastTrac GrowthVenture Program is targeted specifically to entrepreneurs who have experience running their business. FastTrac focuses on the issues you need to: - Make critical decisions about your business vision and strategy - Iinvestigate next-stage growth and opportunity - Plan for strategic growth - Build and maintain a competitive advantage - Lead with clarity - Maximize cash flow for future profitability This intensive 10-week training business planning course is designed for entrepreneurs who wish to expand their current venture and take it to the next level. This course will help you ask the questions and get to know the answers that every entrepreneur needs to know before growing a business venture. FastTrac provides a practical, hands-on and commonsense approach to business management. In addition to regular classroom instruction, the course features: - Guest speakers, including accoutants, attorneys, and bankers - Networking opportunities with local business leaders and participants - A comprehensive textbook, workbook, and resource guide - Free business consulting from the Denver Metro SBDC - Interaction with business loan officers concerning your financial needs
Speaker: Jim Olp, Rosy McDonough
Fee: $ 495.00
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Turn Sales and Marketing into Real Revenue Growth, Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:58:56 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, October 06, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Many companies become frustrated when they allocate money into sales and marketing campaigns, but do not see the bottom line increase significantly, if at all. Sales and marketing are two very different processes that often get out-of-step with one another. This seminar will teach you how to utilize sales and marketing to complement each other and increase your bottom line. The presentation will provide proven advice and hands-on exercises so you can stop using weak marketing messages that do not reflect your true "sweet spot." You will be able to stop investing in unrealistic marketing outreach plans that do not support sales. Recognize how to stop wasting time on proposals that are continuously being shopped. This seminar will explain how marketing and sales are actually separate but complementary disciplines that can be used together to maximize results and increase revenue. A seven-step selling process and unique philosophy will be taught that can be used to close more sales and thus turn marketing dollars into bottom-line revenue increases.
Speaker: Debbie Scott, Sandler Training by Achievement Dynamics Debbie Scott is a professional trainer and sales and business coach for Achievement Dynamics LLC, a sales and management development firm based in Denver, Colorado and certified by the Sandler Training Institute. She has been a top producer and leader as well as trainer and coach for over five years. She is dedicated to nurturing and inspiring the human spirit to change for the better through coaching, training and motivation speaking, as well as leading by example, using Sandler communications tools and Law of Attraction concepts. Prior to joining Achievement Dynamics, Scott worked in marketing and sales development for the DuPont Chemical Company. From 1988-1996 she did both development and direct sales for DuPont Packaging and Industrial Polymers. In 1997, she went to work for DuPont Automotive and was based out of Denver selling industrial paints. Scott consistently exceeded sale quotas by 23 percent. In 1999, she returned to the Polymer Products Division of DuPont and shortly thereafter assumed the role of global market segment leader with market development responsibilities. She also sold into the packaging industry in a direct sales role. While there, she increased her territory sales by 24 percent and global polymer sales for asphalt modification by 37 percent. She completed an MBA in technology management (e-business) from the University of Phoenix in December of 2001. With this training, she assumed the role of e-marketing specialist for DuPont in June of 2003. She left DuPont in June 2004 and shortly thereafter joined Achievement Dynamics.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Brown Bag: Working Smarter in the Cloud, Thursday, October 07, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:02:41 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Thursday, October 07, 2010 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Topic: Managing a Business
This seminar will inform small and medium business owners on the overall benefits and landscape of the Cloud Computing marketplace. It will outline the different cloud providers, such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft and IBM. You will learn in depth how you can move your e-mail, calendar and documents to the web, as well as other potential services that can be migrated. Walk away from this seminar knowing how your business can benefit from big business IT success that fits within your budget.
Speaker: Bart Lorang, CloudCenter LLC Bart Lorang is responsible for communicating CloudCenter's vision and strategy. Lorang is a visionary technologist with extensive experience conceiving, designing, building, marketing and selling enterprise software solutions on a global scale. Prior to founding CloudCenter, Lorang was an owner in Dimension Technology Solutions where he served as president and oversaw all customer implementation, product development, sales and marketing functions. He also serves as chairman and CEO of Forseti Holdings LLC and is active in the startup technology community as an angel investor, strategic advisor and featured speaker at industry events. Lorang holds a bachelor of science in computer science from the University of Colorado and is an alumni of the Executive MBA program at the Daniels College of Business, University of Denver.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 15.00
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Start-Up Basics - DMCC, Monday, October 11, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:59:26 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Monday, October 11, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: Rosy McDonough, Denver Metro SBDC As an SBDC consultant, Rosy McDonough assists clients with business plan writing, financial analysis and start-up assistance. She owns a nationwide and international credit reporting agency that has provided service to the�mortgage, real estate�and tenant screening industries�since 2001. With her broad financial and credit experience acquired�as an entrepreneur and in�corporate banking, she�is an advocate of educating consumers about credit and financial analysis.�McDonough has an undergraduate degree in actuarial science and a graduate degree in risk management from the Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico. She also holds an MBA in finance and international business from the University of Colorado at Denver. As an SBDC consultant, Chuck Hahn assists clients with effective Internet marketing, e-commerce and overall business strategy. He has worked with hundreds of small business owners, providing business consulting and a wide range of business seminars and workshops. Hahn is the founder of Hahn Consulting Group LLC, which creates visual marketing tools for consultants, trainers and educators.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Plan Basics - DMCC, Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:46:18 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Join us for this informative seminar that covers all the basics of preparing a successful business plan. We will discuss the purpose of a business plan, what it contains, what financial documents you will need, and how to determine start-up costs. You will be given a copy of a sample business plan. You will also learn what not to include in the document. This is a seminar every business owner should take, especially if you are planning to secure outside financing.
Speaker: Rosy McDonough, Denver Metro SBDC As an SBDC consultant, Rosy McDonough assists clients with business plan writing, financial analysis and start-up assistance. She owns a nationwide and international credit reporting agency that has provided service to the mortgage, real estate and tenant screening industries since 2001. With her broad financial and credit experience acquired as an entrepreneur and in corporate banking, she is an advocate of educating consumers about credit and financial analysis. McDonough has an undergraduate degree in actuarial science and a graduate degree in risk management from the Universidad Nacional Aut�noma de M�xico. She also holds an MBA in finance and international business from the University of Colorado at Denver.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Marketing Plan Basics, Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:22:36 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
In this interactive seminar, you will learn the concepts that fuel effective marketing programs for your business. Learn what activities you can perform to improve your marketing ROI. Discover who your customers are, how best to reach them and with what message. Leave this seminar with the building blocks to help you put together a marketing plan that works for your business.
Speaker: Mischa Danaceau, MESH Strategies, LLC Mischa Danaceau is the marketing director for Illumen and owner of MESH Strategies LLC. He has consulted with more than 200 businesses over the past 10 years, helping to create effective solutions that foster business growth. Specializing in marketing strategy, marketing research and customer loyalty management, Danaceau has experience in various industries, including information technology, telecom and non-profit. Danaceau holds an MBA with an emphasis in B2B marketing from the University of Colorado at Denver.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Conceptos B�sicos para Empezar un Negocio, Monday, October 18, 2010

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:28:12 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Monday, October 18, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Durante este seminario, usted aprender� procesos acerca de c�mo empezar su proprio negocio en el estado de Colorado, incluyendo diferentes estructuras legales, licencias y formatos necesarios, impuestos, opciones de financiamiento, y m�s. Aliste sus preguntas para empezar un negocio y prep�rese para conocer a otros empresarios.
Speaker: Rosy Aburto McDonough, Denver Metro SBDC
Por favor ir a www.denversbdc.org para registraci�n.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Professionally Targeting Referrals, Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:20:54 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
This seminar will teach you an effective approach to develop referral partners. Learn how to approach clients who have been referred to your business. Discover a methodology to create and grow win-win-win relationships. Identify how to refine your communication and your approach to potential clients. You will walk away knowing how to increase your business through more ideal clients, strengthen relationships and grow your average revenue per sale. This seminar will increase your confidence and diminish your fear of "asking" for the sale. Experience more gratification when prospecting through this seminar.
Speaker: Garry Duncan, Leadership Connections Garry Duncan is President and CEO of Leadership Connections. He is a sales and management consultant and sales trainer with more than 35 years of experience. Duncan graduated magna cum laude in marketing, and is credentialed by the Alliance of Professional Consultants. He has also obtained certification through Certified in Marketing and Sales by the Dutch Council of ISO 90013 (CMSI), Certification in Behavior Styles, Personal Attitude and Values and is also a Certified Attribute Analysis. Duncan combines exceptional expertise with real world practical experience. Duncan spent more than 25 years with two Fortune 100 companies (DuPont and Pfizer) selling, hiring, managing and training salespeople from Canada to Mexico. He has worked extensively with entrepreneurs. Having won many top honors and awards for best sales, market share and dollar increase in Corporate 100 America, Duncan received designation as a "Heavy Hitter" while directing a Sandler Sales Training Franchise. He now directs Leadership Connections Inc., a consulting and training group focusing on the performance, growth and management of sales teams in business to business sales efforts. Duncan is a monthly columnist for the Denver Business Journaland maintains active memberships in Association for Corporate Growth, Colorado Human REsource Association, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, CEO Peer Exchange, TTI International, Alliance of Professional Consultants, Vistage (formerly TEC), and the National Federation of Independent Business.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Start-Up Basics - Lakewood, Monday, October 25, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:01:48 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Monday, October 25, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development.�Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business.�She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.�
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Plan Basics - Lakewood, Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:48:44 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Tuesday, October 26, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Join us for this informative seminar that covers all the basics of preparing a successful business plan. We will discuss the purpose of a business plan, what it contains, what financial documents you will need, and how to determine start-up costs. You will be given a copy of a sample business plan. You will also learn what not to include in the document. This is a seminar every business owner should take, especially if you are planning to secure outside financing.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development. Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business. She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Mobilize Your Business, Wednesday, November 03, 2010

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:07:14 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, November 03, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
This power-packed presentation is designed to increase your knowledge and skill base in marketing with mobile. You'll learn what mobile marketing is (and what it isn't), the tools you can use to implement it, the best practices of it and solid strategies for getting started. From what you really must to do to what you can decide to use when you're ready, this seminar will help you get a grasp on mobile email, mobile-friendly websites, text messaging and other mobile marketing tools. Mobile marketing can help you attract new customers as well as retain your current ones.
Speaker: Presented by Kim Dushinski, Mobile Marketing Profits Kim Dushinski is the President of Mobile Marketing Profits, a marketing firm that helps local businesses use mobile marketing to get more customers. Her company also helps people start their own mobile marketing business. She is the author of The Mobile Marketing Handbook: A Step by Step Guide to Creating Dynamic Mobile Marketing Campaigns and a contributing author of Success Secrets of Social Media Marketing Superstars. Dushinski was named one of the Mobile Women to Watch 2010 by MobileMarketer.com.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Breakfast Brown Bag: Marketing Yourself in a Tough Economy, Friday, November 05, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:06:25 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Friday, November 05, 2010 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
It is a tough economy, but now is not the time to quit advertising and promotions - or even cut back. The advertising you do today is generally not for today's sale, but for the times ahead. The consumer needs to know who you are so that, when they are ready to buy, they have you top of mind. This seminar will teach you the 5 Es of advertising and promotions: Explain your business; Establish your message; Excite your customer; Entertain your customer; and play on the Emotion of your customer. You will leave this seminar will an armload of ideas that you can implement immediately. The tips you will learn will give you the inspiration you need to push your business toward a successful 2010 holiday season.
Speaker: Lisa Duncan, Duncan & Dunca Lisa Duncan is a national retail consultant presenting seminars and keynotes on all facets of retailing. She also teaches professional attire and etiquette principles in the workplace. Duncan spent more than 25 years in the fashion industry as a European and American Designer Collection Buyer with Nordstrom, the owner of three designer clothing boutiques in Texas, the national sales manager for a Danish fashion accessory company, and vice president of North American merchandising for an Australian clothing firm.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 15.00
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Introduccion a QuickBooks I & II, Monday, November 08, 2010

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:44:00 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Monday, November 08, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
Durante este seminario, usted aprender� c�mo usar QuickBooks para facilitar el control y administraci�n de su negocio. Aprenda los conceptos b�sicos del software usando los computadores disponibles durante la sesi�n. La segunda clase esta el 9 de noviembre a las 9 am-12 pm.
Speaker: Rosy Aburto McDonough, Denver Metro SBDC
Por favor ir a www.denversbdc.org para registracion.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Start-Up Basics - JWU, Monday, November 08, 2010

Business Training: Johnson & Wales University, College of Business, Denver — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:03:24 GMT

Where: Johnson & Wales University, College of Business, Denver
When: Monday, November 08, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: John Green, Johnson & Wales University John Green is an accomplished organizational, business and professional development mentor with a demonstrated ability for helping people identify, utilize and grow their talents, strengths and abilities. He has developed and cultivated personal and professional growth in hundreds of clients, business owners and professionals. He is an effective program designer, implementer and presenter, recognized for improving individual, workplace and entrepreneur performance. Greene has provided one-on-one counseling and workshop delivery to displaced professionals from technology, telecom, manufacturing, marketing and distribution environments. He has successfully transitioned these experiences and skill sets to a variety of programs including Career Continuation, Resume Creation, Interviewing Skills, Change Management, Best Hiring Practices, Successful Goal Planning, Business Planning and Implementation workshops, as well as personal development experiences. He is experienced in both the corporate and entrepreneurial sectors. He has been associated with major retailers, distributors and sales organizations at all levels of management in national and international arenas. He has been instrumental in successful business start-ups on and off the Internet, including sales, consulting and marketing ventures. In addition, he has extensive community and educational affiliations with organizations and universities nationwide.
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Sales Basics I & II, Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:40:23 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
This two-part, interactive seminar, will take you through the steps of creating a solid sales strategy. You will learn the key elements to successfully sell your product or service. You will develop a prospecting plan, learn how to get an audience with decision makers and how to qualify your prospects and close the deal. Part II is Wednesday, November 17 from 9-11 am.
Speaker: Steve Parry, Sales Productivity Consultants Steve Parry is president of Sales Productivity Consultants Inc., a sales development consulting firm working with both successful, established companies that wish to raise the bar and growing companies striving to achieve sales goals. Sales Productivity Consultants specializes in increasing revenues, sales efficiency and effectiveness through evaluations of sales processes, systems and people, business development strategies, and sales management training and consulting. Parry is an affiliate of Sandler Training and leverages his considerable education, business ownership and sales experience to practice the supportive, accepting and nurturing Sandler coaching alternative. He began developing his training and communications skills as a public school teacher. He has spent the past 27 years as a business owner and in industrial relations, operations, training, sales and management. His various roles have provided him the opportunity to speak before diverse groups across this country, as well as in Mexico, Canada, Great Britain, Norway and Japan. He has expertise in areas ranging from sales and sales management strategies to human relations and communication skills.
To register, visit www.denversbdc.org.
Fee: $ 60.00
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Business Brown Bag: Break Through Your Comfort Zone, Thursday, November 11, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:12:53 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Thursday, November 11, 2010 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
How often have you listened to someone, or maybe even noticed yourself, rationalize his or her mishandling of a problem by blaming external factors? "I can't meet my projections because...the economy is bad, my territory isn't large enough, there are too many competitors, my price is too high..." or "My company would grow more if only...?" Closer scrutiny almost always reveals that the source of the problem is internal, stemming from a person's concept of self - specifically a "hidden" state of mind that prevents you from trying to break through your "success barrier." That state of mind is your comfort zone. Progress slows as you become immobilized by this comfort zone, something that we all have. The problem is the failure to recognize those hidden factors that cause us to become trapped in our comfort zone and what to do and how to move beyond that trap. This seminar will explain the hidden reason why comfort zone issues occur and a powerful, non-traditional concept and method of how to recognize and deal with comfort zone restrictions to effectively break through them. Learn how to understand your outlook and beliefs that can negatively or positively impact the outcome of your behaviors, thus impacting your bottom line. You will leave this seminar understanding states of mind, belief systems and interactions between you and others you interact with - whether they are your prospects or employees - and how that can impact your ability to take the proper action.
Speaker: Debbie Scott, Sandler Training by Achievement Dynamics Debbie Scott is a professional trainer and sales/business coach for Achievement Dynamics LLC, a sales and management development firm based in Denver, Colorado and certified by the Sandler Training Institute. She has been a top producer and leader as well as trainer and coach for more than five years. She is dedicated to nurturing and inspiring the human spirit to change for the better through coaching, training and motivation speaking, as well as leading by example, using Sandler communications tools and Law of Attraction concepts. Prior to joining Achievement Dynamics, Scott worked in marketing and sales development for the DuPont Chemical Company. From 1988-1996 she did both development and direct sales for DuPont Packaging and Industrial Polymers. In 1997, she went to work for DuPont Automotive and was based out of Denver selling industrial paints. Scott consistently exceeded sale quotas by 23 percent. In 1999, she returned to the Polymer Products Division of DuPont and shortly thereafter assumed the role of Global Market Segment Leader with market development responsibilities. She also sold into the packaging industry in a direct sales role. While there, she increased her territory sales by 24 percent and global polymer sales for asphalt modification by 37 percent. She completed an MBA in technology management (e-business) from the University of Phoenix in December of 2001. With this training, she assumed the role of e-marketing specialist for DuPont in June of 2003. She left DuPont in June 2004 and shortly thereafter joined Achievement Dynamics.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 15.00
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Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners, Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 13:23:59 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
Every business owner needs bookkeeping to be done properly. This seminar will provide an introduction to small business owners on the importance of bookkeeping. You will learn how bookkeeping is unique from general accounting. Learn must-dos of proper bookkeeping. As a small business owner, you will be taught how to properly handle your books, as well as resources for further training. This seminar will answer any of those questions that continue to come up for the small business owner.
Speaker: Tim Oswald, Accounting and Business School of the Rockies Tim Oswald is a Certified Public Accountant and is the president and owner of the Accounting and Business School of the Rockies (ABSR). ASBR offers five certificate programs in professional bookkeeping, administrative assistant, office manager, customer service/call center and Microsoft power user.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Start-Up Basics - DMCC, Monday, November 22, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:05:56 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Monday, November 22, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: Chuck Hahn, Denver SBDC As an SBDC consultant, Chuck Hahn assists clients with effective Internet marketing, e-commerce and overall business strategy. He has worked with hundreds of small business owners, providing business consulting and a wide range of business seminars and workshops. Hahn is the founder of Hahn Consulting Group LLC, which creates visual marketing tools for consultants, trainers and educators.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Plan Basics - DMCC, Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:50:20 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, November 23, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Join us for this informative seminar that covers all the basics of preparing a successful business plan. We will discuss the purpose of a business plan, what it contains, what financial documents you will need, and how to determine start-up costs. You will be given a copy of a sample business plan. You will also learn what not to include in the document. This is a seminar every business owner should take, especially if you are planning to secure outside financing.
Speaker: Chuck Hahn, Denver Metro SBDC As an SBDC consultant, Chuck Hahn assists clients with effective Internet marketing, e-commerce and overall business strategy. He has worked with hundreds of small business owners, providing business consulting and a wide range of business seminars and workshops. Hahn is the founder of Hahn Consulting Group LLC, which creates visual marketing tools for consultants, trainers and educators.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Intro to QuickBooks, Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:46:40 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Tuesday, November 30, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
This course is an introduction on how to use QuickBooks to best meet the needs of your business. The main objective is to introduce you to QuickBooks' basic features and give you an opportunity for hands-on practice. You will learn about the types of information you need to track and how to enter that information to ensure proper bookkeeping.
Speaker: Heather Edwards, EKSH
To register, visit www.denversbdc.org
Fee: $ 35.00
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Accelerate Business Growth Through Strategic Partnerships, Wednesday, December 01, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 13:27:31 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, December 01, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Managing a Business
Most small business failures take place as a result of marketing and sales challenges. Do not spent a penny on traditional advertising channels or new-fangled digital marketing until you learn how you can leverage the hidden wealth matrix already in place in your business. This seminar will teach you how to leverage digital marketing platforms to form alliances rapidly. Learn how to get your competitors to bring you leads which will turn into profit. Leave this seminar knowing how to build strategic partnerships to help you grow sales fast while reducing advertising costs.
Speaker: Gogo Erekosima, Idea Age Consulting Gogo Erekosima, the Small Business Digital Coach, is the founder and lead strategist at Idea Age Consulting, a Denver-based business consulting firm that specializes in accelerated growth systems for small businesses. Over the past 12 years, he has spoken to business audiences and consulted with companies nationally and internationally. With a varied sales and entrepreneurial background in newspaper advertising, financial services and real estate, Erekosima understands the challenges of the every day business owner. Since 2001, whether as a principal or a strategic consultant, he has been responsible for guiding CEOs facing strategic planning and resource allocation decisions. His primary levers for achieving business growth are strategic marketing, business design and digital direct response marketing. Erekosima's speaking style is engaging and wide-ranging, drawing lessons anywhere from the every day business scenario to such esoteric themes as Napoleon's military strategy and the long history of the number zero. In his leisure time, he travels, reads and supports sustainable African development through his organization, the Innovate Africa Project. Erekosima lives in the Denver area with his wife and son.
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Tax 101, Wednesday, December 01, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:43:43 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, December 01, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Tax Planning
This seminar covers the basics of business tax forms, including: different business entities; business use of home and car; record keeping; health insurance and retirement; and Schedules C, SE, and ES Form 1040. You will learn about employee versus independant contractor status, and the Colorado Department of Revenue tax issues and requirements. This is a chance to get answers to all your tax questions in one place.
Speaker: Vonnie Hergett, EKSH Vonnie Hergett is a principal in the tax service area of EKS&H and has been involved in public accounting since 1987. She has extensive experience in all areas of taxation providing tax consulting and compliance services to individuals, corporations, trusts, partnerships and retirement plans. She services closely held businesses, professional service corporations and privately held companies in a variety of industries. Hergett has a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from the Montana University System - Billings. Hergett's professional affiliations include membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants.
To register, visit www.denversbdc.org.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Start-Up Basics - Lakewood, Monday, December 06, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:08:17 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Monday, December 06, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In this overview seminar, you will learn the proper steps to take to launch your new business venture including legal structures, required licenses and forms, tax requirements, financing considerations and more. Bring all of your questions about launching your business and meet others who are doing the same.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development.�Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business.�She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.�
Visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Plan Basics - Lakewood, Tuesday, December 07, 2010

Business Training: Denver West Business District, West Metro — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:52:30 GMT

Where: Denver West Business District, West Metro
When: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Join us for this informative seminar that covers all the basics of preparing a successful business plan. We will discuss the purpose of a business plan, what it contains, what financial documents you will need, and how to determine start-up costs. You will be given a copy of a sample business plan. You will also learn what not to include in the document. This is a seminar every business owner should take, especially if you are planning to secure outside financing.
Speaker: Jayne Reiter, Denver Metro SBDC Jayne Reiter is our business consultant at the West Metro Satellite SBDC. In her role as a business counselor, she guides SBDC clients through start-up issues, marketing, alternative financing and business plan development. Reiter has more than 20 years experience in sales and marketing. In her career, she has owned and operated her own retail and sales business. She is dedicated to helping small business owners achieve their goals in growth and expansion. Reiter holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in adult education.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Marketing Plan Basics, Wednesday, December 08, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:23:59 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Wednesday, December 08, 2010 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
In this interactive seminar, you will learn the concepts that fuel effective marketing programs for your business. Learn what activities you can perform to improve your marketing ROI. Discover who your customers are, how best to reach them and with what message. Leave this seminar with the building blocks to help you put together a marketing plan that works for your business.
Speaker: Mischa Danaceau, MESH Strategies, LLC Mischa Danaceau is the marketing director for Illumen and owner of MESH Strategies LLC. He has consulted with more than 200 businesses over the past 10 years, helping to create effective solutions that foster business growth. Specializing in marketing strategy, marketing research and customer loyalty management, Danaceau has experience in various industries, including information technology, telecom and non-profit. Danaceau holds an MBA with an emphasis in B2B marketing from the University of Colorado at Denver.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Brown Bag: Make Email the Star of Your Marketing Show, Thursday, December 09, 2010

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:16:35 GMT

Where: Denver Metro Small Business Development Center, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Denver
When: Thursday, December 09, 2010 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
E-mail is everywhere. You use it every day. Chances are, your company couldn't survive without it. But, are you using e-mail for marketing? If not, this seminar will show you how to increase business with email marketing. If you are, this seminar will show you how to maximize e-mail effectiveness by integrating it with other marketing methods, such as social media, your website and even direct mail. During this seminar, you will learn the best benefits of e-mail, why you should be using an e-mail program (and not Outlook), how to increase deliverability and avoid spam problems, better mailing list management and growth, how and why to track results and what to do about it and more. You will also learn how to design and implement an e-mail marketing campaign and how to integrate e-mail with your other marketing programs. Walk away with the top 10 best practices for e-mail marketing.
Speaker: Lori Dubois, Dubois Information Lori Dubois is the owner of Dubois Information, a marketing communications and research company in Denver, Colorado. She has more than 20 years marketing experience and a passion for helping small businesses leverage information to assist them in their marketing efforts. Dubois' expertise includes e-mail marketing, social media marketing, writing content and strategic marketing planning. Her background includes working in newspaper advertising, marketing communications for a Denver consulting firm and marketing coordinator in the architectural industry. She received her master's degree in library and information science with a concentration in knowledge management in 2007 from the University of Denver. Dubois is actively involved with the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce, President of DTC Serious Leads Group, member of the Marketing and Communications Committee for the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce, and recently served on the Board of Directors for the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Special Libraries Association.
Please visit www.denversbdc.org to register.
Fee: $ 15.00
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