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SUMMARY:Heartland Hustle: Venture Capital Workshop for Iowa Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker: Kaylee William\, Investment Director – InnoVenture Iowa \nThis free workshop will help Iowa innovators learn how to attract investment and transform your startup journey with expert advice and insights tailored to Iowa’s startup ecosystem. \nWhere: NIACC Pappajohn Center\, Room #117 \nNIACC\, 500 College Dr\, Mason City\, IA 50401 \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/heartland-hustle-venture-capital-workshop-for-iowa-innovators/
LOCATION:Pappajohn Center #117\, 500 College Dr\, Mason City\, IA\, 50401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Navigating Cottage Kitchen Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Cottage Kitchen Compliance: Requirements\, Policies\, and Regulations Unveiled\n\n\n\nThis free online seminar is designed for home-based kitchens and farmers market vendors in Iowa. The state of Iowa has specific laws and regulations related to food that is prepared at home and sold direct to consumers. Make sure your home-based business is up-to-date and up to scratch! Dr. Shannon Coleman of the Iowa State University Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition will guide you through the key requirements\, licenses\, and inspections your home-based kitchen business needs to know. \nWhen: April 16 @ 1:30pm \nWhere: Online via Zoom \nCost: Free \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/navigating-cottage-kitchen-compliance/
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CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Morning Brew presented by NIACC CEO Club
DESCRIPTION:The Grind: Turning a Passion into an Opportunity\n\n\n\nThe NIACC CEO Club invites all entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and career-oriented students to join Morning Brew on April 17\, 2024. Featured speakers are entrepreneurs and innovators Molly Angstman of Three Bells Books and Jayson Ryner of ReEnvision Ag\, discussing branding and the entrepreneurial journey. \nRegistration is required. Coffee and pastries will be provided. \nRegister\n  \nThe NIACC CEO Club \nNIACC CEO Club is the local chapter of the national organization\, Collegiate Entrepreneur’s Organization (CEO)\, founded in 1983 and supports more than 16\,500 emerging collegiate entrepreneurs annually. CEO believes that any student\, regardless of academic discipline can launch a business.CEO’s mission is to assist student entrepreneurs in developing the knowledge and skills necessary to create and operate a successful new business venture\, while providing value to the campus and the community. Membership is available to all students\, regardless of their major. CEO meets two to three times a month. Advisor: Kelley O’Rourke\, Student Entrepreneur Coordinator at the Pappajohn Center. \nWho should join CEO? Students on the NIACC campus who want to get involved in a club and who has thought of starting their own business. Business\, marketing\, and design students\, engineering\, agriculture\, career and industry track students. Everyone can benefit from entrepreneurial skills.
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/morning-brew-presented-by-niacc-ceo-club/
LOCATION:Three Bells Books\, 14 S. Commercial Alley\, Mason City\, IA\, 50401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Financial Essentials: The Entrepreneurship Essentials Series
DESCRIPTION:Unlock business growth with insight into financial statements and projections at this free online workshop\n\n\n\nAre you ready to embark on a journey toward entrepreneurial excellence? The NIACC Pappajohn Center and SBDC proudly present a transformative 3-part series designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs\, business beginners\, and those seeking to revitalize their entrepreneurial endeavors. Entrepreneurship Essentials is your guide to start mastering the fundamental aspects of business creation\, financial management\, and effective marketing strategies. \nIn the second installment of our series\, Financial Essentials delves into the critical steps required to master your business’s finances. \nYour business’s financial health is a crucial determinant of its success. In Financial Essentials we demystify financial statements\, empowering you to interpret and leverage these vital tools for decision-making. Discover how to create accurate projections that guide your business growth and unlock valuable insights into your company’s fiscal well-being. \nKey Topics Covered:\n\nUnderstanding Balance Sheets\, Income Statements\, and Cash Flow Statements\nInterpreting Financial Data: Ratios and Trends\nBuilding Realistic Financial Projections\nLeveraging Financial Information for Strategic Planning\n\nFree workshop via Zoom\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/financial-essentials-the-entrepreneurship-essentials-series/
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SUMMARY:TechTalk: How Small Businesses Can Automate for E-commerce Success
DESCRIPTION:Smart Selling: How Small Businesses Can Automate for E-Commerce Success\n\n\n\nWondering if automation is too complex for your business? Discover how integrating AI and automation in inventory\, customer service\, and marketing can streamline operations\, reduce costs\, and enhance customer experiences. Unlock automation’s potential to transform your ecommerce venture! \nAt TechTalk\, our featured speaker Tom Altman of Altus CXO will help you discover how you can boost your business by integrating automation essentials into your e-commerce strategy. \nRegister now and join us at TechTalk for new strategies you can put into practice for seamless small business e-commerce. As always\, your first drink is on us! \nSponsored by: Altus CXO \nRegister\n  \nTechTalk creates a space for sparking new ideas and conversations between innovators\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, educators\, technologists\, community members\, and community partners. TechTalk’s goal is to engage\, encourage\, and elevate technology in North Iowa by creating the opportunity for meaningful interactions. Members are interested in adding more value to each month’s event while supporting and growing North Iowa’s creative class\, including tech employees and employers. \nTechTalk is a community-organized event and meets monthly. Learn more or get involved – check us out on Facebook. \nQuestions? Contact us at pappajohn@niacc.edu
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/techtalk-how-small-businesses-can-automate-for-e-commerce-success/
LOCATION:Mason City Brewing\, 28 E. State St.\, Mason City\, IA\, 50401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials: The Entrepreneurship Essentials Series
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the power of marketing with key essentials for maximum impact\n\n\n\nAre you ready to embark on a journey toward entrepreneurial excellence? The NIACC Pappajohn Center and SBDC proudly present a transformative 3-part series designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs\, business beginners\, and those seeking to revitalize their entrepreneurial endeavors. Entrepreneurship Essentials is your guide to start mastering the fundamental aspects of business creation\, financial management\, and effective marketing strategies. \nIn the third installment of our series\, Marketing Essentials delves into the dynamic world of marketing and branding\, focusing on the essential task of creating a strategic approach. Elevate your brand and connect with your audience through a strategic blend of digital and traditional marketing methods and develop a well-crafted marketing strategy. Propel your business forward by harnessing the power of modern digital tools such as websites\, domains\, email campaigns\, and social media marketing\, and discover the tactics necessary to build a tribe of passionate customers\, maintain a strong online presence\, and establish a memorable brand. \nKey Topics Covered:\n\nConstruct a Comprehensive Marketing Strategy for Long-Term Success\nBuilding a Consistent and Authentic Brand Identity within Your Marketing Strategy\nCrafting an Effective Online Presence: Websites\, Social Media & Google\nHarnessing the Potential of Text and Email Marketing\nMobilizing Referrals and Conventional Marketing Approaches\n\nFree workshop via Zoom\nRegister Now
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