Events & Workshops

2011 SMAll business entrepreneurship series

In about the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee, you will pick up important information on topics of concern to small business owners.

WORKSHOP TIMES & LOCATION
Registration: 8-8:30 am (cash or check at the door)
Workshop: 8:30-9:45 am

IN LINCOLN, NE
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Nebraska Union (14th and R Street)
Room number will be posted in lobby

REGISTRATION & FEE
$10 fee for each workshop (cash only, at the door)
To receive workshop materials, registration is required before day of workshop. Call 402-472-5222 or register online.

December 2
Hands-on Business Plan Writing Workshop
Learn the basics of writing a good business plan and why it is the most important ingredient for business growth.

Date TBA
Business Planning: Market Research and Analysis
Learn the basics of market research and their analysis. Attendees will be given information and tools to apply when working in the market research and analysis section of the business plan.

Date TBA
Practical Accounting for Small Business
Learn basics about chart of accounts, financial statements, accounting formula, etc, and how you can apply this information in the decision making process for the success of your business.

Date TBA
The Power of Email Marketing
Discover whether email marketing is a good fit for your business and tips for making it work for you. Learn how email marketing differs from social marketing such as Twitter, Facebook.

Date TBA
Choosing a Legal Entity for your Business
Look into the pros and cons of sole proprietorships, LLCs, and corporations before making your decision.

Date TBA
Business Planning: Creating a Marketing Plan
Learn about the components of a marketing plan, eight P's of marketing: Price, product, promotion, Placement, people, physical enviroments, and packaging; also, attendees will learn tools and tips to develop a marketing plan for your business

Date TBA
Understanding Nebraska Sales Taxes
Learn about sale tax, consumer's use tax, taxable services are, collecting sales tax, documenting exempt sales, use tax.

Date TBA
A Beginner's Guide to Intellectual Property
An introduction to the basics of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, including a description of each, and when it might be appropriate to seek each type of protection. Tips for individuals and small businesses.

Date TBA
Seven Things Small Business Owners Should Know About the IRS
Be prepared! Get down-to-earth clarification of your responsibilites and learn shortcuts to IRS services.

WORKSHOP LEADER
Marisol Rodriguez, Lincoln center director