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SUMMARY:TechBrew - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Virtual TechBrew with our September sponsor Router12. Tap into new perspectives – this month it’s all about connections and connectivity. \nAre you missing the connections that make TechBrew great? We’re opening the Zoom from 5pm to 5:30pm for bonus networking and chitchat. \nTechBrew will begin at 5:30pm with a topic and creative design questions introduced by our sponsor Router12. \nNow that we’ve gone virtual (for the time being)\, we can’t offer you a free beer (we’re sorry!). But we plan to support our local breweries and wineries by picking up a locally made growler\, a six pack\, or a bottle and enjoying it during the event. We hope you’ll join us in supporting our local brewers! \n&nbsp\nRegister for TechBrew September\n&nbsp\n\nTechBrew is a casual monthly networking event bringing together entrepreneurs\, technologists\, business people and investors from across North Iowa. Join like-minded North Iowans for an evening of creative thinking\, conversation\, and connections.\nSupporting partners: NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center\, North Iowa Corridor EDC\, Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce\nFounding partner: Technology Association of Iowa (TAI)
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/techbrew-virtual/
CATEGORIES:TechBrew
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200916T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200916T200000
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SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz at 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour online webinar\, designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop\, designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-seminar-2/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200902T060000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200902T200000
DTSTAMP:20200728T155156Z
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SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz at 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour online webinar\, designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200805T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200805T200000
DTSTAMP:20200707T154554Z
CREATED:20200707T154554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T154554Z
UID:3426-1596650400-1596657600@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz-SBDC office at NIACC: 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop via Zoom designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet over the phone individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200715T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200715T200000
DTSTAMP:20200707T154458Z
CREATED:20200707T154458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T154458Z
UID:3412-1594836000-1594843200@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz-SBDC office at NIACC: 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop via Zoom designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet over the phone individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200619T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200619T140000
DTSTAMP:20200616T204537Z
CREATED:20200616T194550Z
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SUMMARY:Finance Friday: Updates from the IRS on the CARES Act
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Finance Friday for updates on the current financial landscape. We welcome special guest\, Karen Brehmer\, IRS Stakeholder Liaison. She will be discussing: \nUpdates from the IRS on the CARES Act\n• IRS services and operations\n• Economic Impact Payments\n• Employee Retention Credit & Paid Leave under FFCRA\n• PPP loan forgiveness & IRS Notice 2020-32 \nRegistration is limited to 100 participants. \nRegister at https://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcodOCpqj0jEtGLjZeE2mtMkShHVmkxsfto \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-irs-updates-cares-act/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200617T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200617T200000
DTSTAMP:20200527T184311Z
CREATED:20200527T184311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T184311Z
UID:3339-1592416800-1592424000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz-SBDC office at NIACC: 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop via Zoom designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet over the phone individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200605T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200605T140000
DTSTAMP:20200527T183422Z
CREATED:20200527T182951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T183422Z
UID:3331-1591362000-1591365600@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Finance Friday for updates on the current financial landscape. More details to come about today’s topic! \nWe’ll be joined by a panel of local experts:\nPaul Mixdorf\, CPA\, Financial Freedom Controls\nChristopher Smith\, CPA\, Murphy\, Coe & Smith\, PLLC\nDennis Muyskens\, CPA\, Hogan – Hansen\, P.C.\nNatalie Plagge\, Clear Lake Bank & Trust Company\nBob Klocke\, First Citizens Bank \nRegistration is limited to 100 participants. \nRegister at https://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/upQpduGpqTwpy-3m88KwQ2xanetBm9hPug \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200603T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200603T160000
DTSTAMP:20200527T184214Z
CREATED:20200527T184214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T184214Z
UID:3336-1591192800-1591200000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Start Smart Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz-SBDC office at NIACC: 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop via Zoom designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including: \n\nBusiness registration\nDoing customer research\nHow bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\nStart-up costs\nBusiness plan tips\nAnd more\n\nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet over the phone individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200527T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200527T100000
DTSTAMP:20200527T183506Z
CREATED:20200527T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T183506Z
UID:3327-1590570000-1590573600@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Wednesday:  9 Essential Elements of your Internet Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Marketing Wednesday’s free webinar as we focus on the 9 Essential Elements of your Internet Marketing Strategy. As businesses phase into reopening and the economic conditions continue to evolve\, digital marketing will continue to play an essential role in communicating with your customers. \nWe’ll be joined by Paul Gormley\, project manager at CIRAS – Iowa State University (Center for Industrial Research and Service). At CIRAS\, Paul has worked with over 200 companies to help them effectively develop and deliver innovative and sustainable products\, services and business models\, craft relevant marketing messages\, and produce effective internet-based marketing strategies. \nPlease register in advance\, this call is limited to 100 participants. \nhttps://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/v5IsdeyqqzIuveBtjglNeoo0pehTI8zlzA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/marketing-wednesday-9-essential-elements/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200522T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200522T140000
DTSTAMP:20200527T182809Z
CREATED:20200522T200706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T182809Z
UID:3316-1590152400-1590156000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: PPP Forgiveness Updates
DESCRIPTION:The PPP loan forgiveness application is now available – Paul Mixdorf\, CPA\, of Financial Freedom Controls walks us through it with our panel of local experts: \nChristopher Smith\, CPA\, Murphy\, Coe & Smith\, PLLC\nDennis Muyskens\, CPA\, Hogan – Hansen\, P.C.\nNatalie Plagge\, Clear Lake Bank & Trust Company\nBob Klocke\, First Citizens Bank \nRegistration is limited to 100 participants. \nRegister at https://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/upQpduGpqTwpy-3m88KwQ2xanetBm9hPug \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-ppp-forgiveness-updates/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T200000
DTSTAMP:20200505T195719Z
CREATED:20200505T195719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200505T195719Z
UID:3126-1589392800-1589400000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Start Smart
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to get the Zoom link\, contact Mary Spitz-SBDC office at NIACC: 641.422.4342 or mary.spitz@niacc.edu. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart\, participants will learn how to create a business plan\, do market research\, discuss different types of business ownership\, and learn how to register a business. \nThe activities involved in starting a business fall under two broad categories—feasibility (the business plan) and administrative tasks. While we like to focus on the feasibility issue\, Start Smart provides information and the chance to ask questions on numerous other topics\, including:\n• Business registration\n• Doing customer research\n• How bankers evaluate business concepts and loans\n• Start-up costs\n• Business plan tips\n• And more \nAfter attending Start Smart\, you can make an appointment to meet over the phone individually with the Small Business Development Center Counselors to assist you in reviewing your business plan\, or to provide guidance with other issues.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/start-smart-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Start Smart
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T100000
DTSTAMP:20200511T195433Z
CREATED:20200511T195433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T195433Z
UID:3308-1589360400-1589364000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Wednesday: Reopening for Retail
DESCRIPTION:As Iowa phases into reopening\, small business owners are facing tough decisions and looking for new strategies. Robin Bostrom\, Business Specialist with Main Street Iowa and the Iowa Downtown Resource Center\, joins us for Wednesday’s free small business webinar to share her insights for safe\, effective reopening strategies. \nPlease register in advance\, this call is limited to 100 participants. \nhttps://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/v5IsdeyqqzIuveBtjglNeoo0pehTI8zlzA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/marketing-wednesday-reopening-for-retail/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200508T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200508T140000
DTSTAMP:20200826T150012Z
CREATED:20200505T222245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T150012Z
UID:3189-1588942800-1588946400@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: PPP & EIDL Updates with SBA’s Dave Lentell
DESCRIPTION:The Payroll Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan received additional funding from the federal government last week. Updates continue to roll out about these programs – our goal is to bring you clarity and the most up-to-date information.\nDave Lentell\, Lead Lender Relations Specialist and Public Information Officer for the Iowa District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration\, joins us for this week’s Finance Friday to discuss PPP and EIDL updates. \nWe’ll also be joined by our panel of North Iowa experts: \n\nPaul Mixdorf\, CPA\, Financial Freedom Controls\nChristopher Smith\, CPA\, Murphy\, Coe & Smith\, PLLC\nDennis Muyskens\, CPA\, Hogan – Hansen\, P.C.\nNatalie Plagge\, Clear Lake Bank & Trust Company\nBob Klocke\, First Citizens Bank\n\nRegister at https://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/upQpduGpqTwpy-3m88KwQ2xanetBm9hPug \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-ppp-eidl-updates-with-sbas-dave-lentell/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200506T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200506T100000
DTSTAMP:20200506T205910Z
CREATED:20200505T222151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T205910Z
UID:3187-1588755600-1588759200@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Getting Your Business Ready to Reopen
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Marketing Wednesday’s free webinar – The Iowa Hospitality Promise: Getting Your Business Ready to Reopen. \nWe’ll be joined by Jessica Dunker\, President/CEO of the Iowa Restaurant Association who will share her insights and tips for restaurants and retailers getting ready to welcome back customers. \nPlease register in advance\, this call is limited to 100 participants. \nhttps://niacc.zoom.us/meeting/register/v5IsdeyqqzIuveBtjglNeoo0pehTI8zlzA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/getting-your-business-ready-to-reopen/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200424T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200424T140000
DTSTAMP:20200506T205744Z
CREATED:20200505T222039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T205744Z
UID:3185-1587733200-1587736800@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: Updates on PPP\, EIDL & Local Help
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Finance Friday webinar as our panel of local experts discuss what you need to know about PPP\, EIDL\, and local help – including best practices. We’ll be joined by: \n\nPaul Mixdorf\, CPA\, Financial Freedom Controls\nChristopher Smith\, CPA\, Murphy\, Coe & Smith\, PLLC\nDennis Muyskens\, CPA\, Hogan – Hansen\, P.C.\nNatalie Plagge\, Clear Lake Bank & Trust Company\nBob Klocke\, First Citizens Bank\nAmy Johnson\, JD\, BrownWinick Law Firm\n\nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as PDF\nWatch the recorded webinar\n\n  \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-updates-on-ppp-eidl-local-help/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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UID:3183-1587546000-1587549600@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Marketing: Merging Brick & Mortar with Digital
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our weekly Marketing Wednesday webinar with special guest panelist Cherie Eidilson from Shop Where I live. This week\, a panel of North Iowa entrepreneurs and experts as they share their insights into combining digital strategies with your brick and mortar business. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nWatch the recorded webinar\n\n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/marketing-merging-brick-mortar-with-digital/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200417T140000
DTSTAMP:20200506T205341Z
CREATED:20200505T223432Z
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UID:3195-1587128400-1587132000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:PPP for Sole Proprietors & Independent Contractors
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Finance Friday webinar as our panel of local experts discuss the Payroll Protection Program. The SBA has released additional guidelines clarifying the rules for independent contractors and sole proprietors. If you’re not sure how the PPP can benefit your solopreneur business\, we’re here to help explain. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as PDF\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/ppp-for-sole-proprietors-independent-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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UID:3181-1586955600-1586959200@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Marketing 101: Key Digital Channels
DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of North Iowa entrepreneurs and experts as they share their current marketing strategies and tactics. Every small business owner is working hard to survive the pandemic – we’re here to work with you and share resources\, ideas\, and local experiences to help you get through this. Tune in this Wednesday April 15th for a marketing webinar in the Strategies for Small Business series. \nWe’ll be talking about key digital channels for your small business\, including Google and Bing. \nWe’ll be joined again by an expert panel and local entrepreneurs who are utilizing these tools well\, and answering your questions! \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\n\n\n  \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/marketing-101-key-digital-channels/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200410T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200410T140000
DTSTAMP:20200505T221558Z
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UID:3179-1586523600-1586527200@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Financial Pressures of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Finance Friday: Accountants\, bankers\, and businesses talk about navigating the waters of financial pressures of COVID-19. Join us for this free webinar for insights into how North Iowa businesses can traverse these turbulent economic conditions. \nWe will answer questions during the session. We are limited to the first 100 viewers\, although we will record the session. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information and the link to join the meeting. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Join us for Marketing Wednesdays and Finance Fridays. Together\, we’re working to help you weather these unprecedented times. \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/navigating-the-financial-pressures-of-covid-19/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200408T100000
DTSTAMP:20200506T205121Z
CREATED:20200505T221502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T205121Z
UID:3177-1586336400-1586340000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Wednesday: Local Strategies & Tactics
DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of North Iowa entrepreneurs and experts as they share their current marketing strategies and tactics. Every small business owner is working hard to survive the pandemic – we’re here to work with you and share resources\, ideas\, and local experiences to help you get through this. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nView the recorded livestream\n\n  \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/marketing-wednesday-local-strategies-tactics/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200403T140000
DTSTAMP:20200506T204657Z
CREATED:20200505T221335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T204657Z
UID:3175-1585918800-1585922400@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: The CARES Act
DESCRIPTION:New information is being released every day about relief programs for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Join us for Finance Friday as we look at the recently passed CARES Act and how small businesses can apply for and utilize this resource. \nWe will also answer questions during the session. We are limited to the first 100 viewers\, although we will record the session. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information and the link to join the meeting. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Join us for Marketing Wednesdays and Finance Fridays. Together\, we’re working to help you weather these unprecedented times. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\n\n  \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-the-cares-act/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200401T100000
DTSTAMP:20200506T204342Z
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SUMMARY:Customer Relationships & Advanced Digital Tools
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication with your clients is more important than ever. As COVID-19 continues to affect the ways we interact and do business\, are you reaching the right people with the right information? Join us for a free marketing webinar to help guide your small business to better communications during these times. \nWe will be covering: \n\nCustomer Relationship Management (CRM) & tactics\nAdvanced digital tools and social media marketing tactics\nStrategic partners & key alliances\n\nWe will be joined again by an expert panel local entrepreneurs who are utilizing these tools well. Please register in advance\, this call is limited to 100 participants. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. That is the link you will use to access the webinar. You will not get another email. If you can’t attend live\, we will also record and share the session along with any recommended resources. \nThis webinar is part of the Small Business Strategies during COVID-19 series. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Please contact us with any questions.  \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nView the recorded livestream\n\n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/customer-relationships-advanced-digital-tools/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200327T150000
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UID:3169-1585317600-1585321200@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: Small Business Relief Applications
DESCRIPTION:New information is being released every day about relief programs for small business owners and entrepreneurs. We’d like to help you review these programs and the key takeaways you need to know when completing these applications — and why it is important for you to submit an application. Join us for this free Finance Friday webinar to hear from local CPAs and SBA experts about what resources are available to you. \n– SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program\n– Small Business Relief Grant Program & Tax Deferral\n– Targeted Small Business Sole Operator Fund\n– What we know about the Federal Disaster Program for Small Businesses \nWe will also answer questions that you have. We are limited to the first 100 viewers\, although we will record the session. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information and the link to join the meeting. \nSpeakers: \n\nBrook Boehmler\nChris Smith\nPaul Mixdorf\nDave Lentell\n\nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is working to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our online one-to-one business counseling\, we’re continuing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. Join us for Marketing Wednesdays and Finance Fridays. Together\, we’re working to help you weather these unprecedented times. \nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nWatch the recorded livestream\n\n  \n\nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-small-business-relief-applications/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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UID:3165-1585126800-1585130400@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:The 3 Non-Negotiable Digital Essentials for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:We’re in unprecedented times for business. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is trying to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our usual one-to-one business counseling\, we’re introducing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. \nBetween social distancing and the nationwide closure of bars\, restaurants\, and public venues\, digital content is seeing an uptick as both entertainment and a business necessity. Join us Wednesday\, March 25th at 9 am for a Zoom call with a panel of local experts and learn: \n\nWhat actions should you be taking right now to increase your digital footprint\nFacebook/Instagram\, Google\, websites and e-commerce strategies\nExecution – Who/How\nUpcoming webinars – advanced digital tools\n\nSpeakers: \n\nMiriah Whitehurst\, All Things Advertising\nStacy Doughan and Libbey Hohn\, Clear Lake Chamber\nDavid Witzig\, President\, Ecommerce Insights\nExpert local business owners\n\nResources\n\nView the webinar presentation as a PDF\nWatch the recorded livestream – content begins at 13:00 (our first zoom livestream\, thank you for your patience!)\n\n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/the-3-non-negotiable-digital-essentials-for-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTSTAMP:20200505T204809Z
CREATED:20200505T204217Z
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UID:3136-1584712800-1584716400@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Finance Friday: Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:This is the first webinar in the new digital series Small Business Strategies during COVID-19. \nWe’re in unprecedented times for business. The NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC is trying to help our clients combat the uncertainty and provide strategies for your business to innovate\, adapt\, and survive in this rapidly changing economic environment. In addition to our usual one-to-one business counseling\, we’re introducing an online series to connect experts to entrepreneurs on specific challenges you might be facing right now. \nWe begin with recommendations for the top 2-3 actions businesses and CEOs can take now or begin to plan for in the weeks to come. Hoover’s Hatchery will share their experience with running their business during the Avian Flu outbreak of 2014-2015.   \nSpeakers: \n\nLuke Weiss\, CFO\, Hoovers Hatchery\nTony Halsted\, Director of Business Development\, Hoovers Hatchery\nBob Klocke\, Chief Credit Officer\, First Citizens Bank\nNatalie Plagge\, Assistant Vice President\, Clear Lake Bank and Trust\nBrook Boehmler | Regional Director\, America’s SBDC Iowa\, North Iowa Area Small Business Development Center\nMarc Schneider\, Project Manager\, Iowa State University\, CIRAS\nNick Foley\, Operational Manager\, IowaWorks\nTim Putnam\, Director\, NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center\n\nResources\nTranscript of highlights from the webinar \n  \nBack to Small Business Strategies
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/finance-friday-small-business-strategies-during-covid-19/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Strategies during COVID-19
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200305T210000
DTSTAMP:20200305T221341Z
CREATED:20200304T215244Z
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UID:3035-1583429400-1583442000@www.pappajohncenter.com
SUMMARY:Venture School
DESCRIPTION:Bring your idea to life with Venture School\nThe NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center has partnered with the University of Iowa to bring Venture School to Mason City\, Iowa. Venture School is the state of Iowa’s premiere entrepreneurial training program. \nParticipants will gain marketing and make valuable connections to help them take their innovative idea to the next level. Venture School is currently looking for hardworking teams and individuals throughout the North Iowa and Southern Minnesota regions to join the upcoming spring program. \nMentorship\nVenture School is an opportunity for North Iowa’s business leaders and experts in the field to connect with new entrepreneurs. Mentoring is a valuable experience for both mentors and mentees. \n\n\n\n\n\nBenefits\n\nBring focus and agility to your business idea.\nTest and prove your business hypothesis through guided customer discovery for product-market fit.\nLearn from top entrepreneurs\, mentors\, investors\, and instructors.\nGain valuable connections with local communities and external groups that will help you get the resources you need to grow.\nCreate a business model that is both strategic and tactical through an evidence-based approach\, whether you are a profit or non-profit entity.\nAll teachings are applicable to virtually all industries and company levels\, whether you are a true startup or an early stage existing business.\n\nDetails\nCost: A team of up to two members will cost $299. Every additional team member that joins the cohort will be an additional $99. However\, many monetary awards can be won at the end of the program! \nWhen: Thursdays\, February 20 – April 9\, 2020 \nTime: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. \nWhere: NIACC Pappajohn Center Room #117 \nApplication Deadline: September 16\, 2019 \nVenture School accepts applications year-round for its Fall and Spring classes. Find out more and apply at Venture-School.com
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/venture-school/
CATEGORIES:Venture School
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