Getting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready! What are the first steps needed for business ownership? What’s a business plan, and why do you need one? What are the various types of legal business […]

As a small business owner, you won’t ever really know the unexpected challenges or opportunities that await you in life and business. Always Ready: Lending is a working session for you to learn how to financially prepare your small business for the next step in your journey. The Iowa Center staff will show you what […]

Work for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. The decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for […]

Running a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful, you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents is to your success. Join The Iowa Center staff as we go over […]

Understanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   Did you know that when you apply for a small business loan, odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend […]

The Iowa State University Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship, Ames Alliance, and the SBDC will be hosting a "crash course" workshop for anyone who has ever considered starting a business. During this workshop, attendees will learn various topics such as insurance, intellectual property, business organization, registration, and operations. Topics will be presented by local business professionals. […]

Discover essential strategies to gain more customers. Learn effective techniques for targeting your audience, enhancing your online presence, and leveraging SEO and social media. Gain insights into creating compelling content, using paid advertising, and delivering exceptional customer service. Register: https://indianhills.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=2615&int_category_id=15&int_sub_category_id=74&int_catalog_id=0

Turn your dream into a plan with this small group, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you with a road map for completing your plan and taking the next steps toward business ownership. Also, connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your […]

Plan to attend IA-CEO's annual employee ownership conference on October 16, 2024, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, to gain invaluable insights on how employee ownership can benefit transitioning business owners, employee-owners, professional service providers, community leaders, and all who are interested in promoting economic prosperity throughout Iowa.  You will gain practical knowledge from industry experts, […]

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your […]