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Class Schedule
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 1/7/09
Date: 1/07/2009
Thinking About Starting Your Own Business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research, and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Can We Talk? - Madison
Date: 1/08/2009
Through: 6/25/2009
Receive a free business assessment and gain a thorough understanding of financing options available to you for business start-up or expansion. Discuss your business plan and financing needs one-on-one with a WWBIC representative. (Written business plan required.)
No Fee.
Appointment Required.
Appts. held on Thursdays from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To make an appointment or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Small Business Discussion Circles - Madison
Date: 1/13/2009
Through: 6/09/2009
Talk with a WWBIC representative in an informal group setting about business classes, assistance programs and information exchange. Explore a wide range of business topics such as business idea feasibility, marketing research ideas and business planning.
These discussion circles are held every second Tuesday of the month from 12 - 1 p.m. Come to as many as you like.
No fee.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information,please call (608) 257-5450.
Are You an Entrepreneur? - Madison 1/20/09
Date: 1/20/2009
Thinking about starting a business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Participants will evaluate their skills and readiness for business ownership and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business.
No Fee
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Marketing 101: Your Marketing Plan for 2009 - Madison 1/21/09
Date: 1/21/2009
Get off to the right start this year! This hands-on workshop explores a wide range of marketing strategies and tips used to get the word out about your business, attract and retain new customers, operate in a competitive marketplace and fuel business growth. You will learn the three steps to a cost-effective marketing plan and walk away with an action plan to help grow your business in 2009.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, January 21, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - noon
Network 222
222 West Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
PIENSA COMENZAR SU PROPIO NEGOCIO/Thinking About Starting A Business? - Madison 1/24/09
Date: 1/24/2009
Alguna vez ha pensado en ser dueño de su propio negocio, pero no sabía como empezar? En este curso usted aprender¡ a evaluar sus habilidades y podr¡ determinar si est¡ preparado para ser propietario de un negocio. Este curso es ofrecido en español.
Thinking of business ownership but wondering where to start? This workshop will help evaluate your skills and readiness for business ownership. This workshop is offered in Spanish.
Costo: Ninguno. No Fee
Saturday, January 24, 2009, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
Registro: Llamar al 608-225-2060
To register or for more information, please call 608-225-2060.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 1/28/09
Date: 1/28/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, January 28, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Wealth Builders: Setting Your Financial Goals for the Year - Madison 2/3/09
Date: 2/03/2009
The New Year has come and people all around are setting their New Year's resolutions. Goals are a big part in building wealth. Use this workshop to set spending and saving goals to build a customized plan which will help keep more of what you make.
No Fee.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 2/4/09
Date: 2/04/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research, and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Make Your Money Talk - Personal Money Management Series - Stoughton 2/5-3/12/09
Date: 2/05/2009
Through: 3/12/2009
This series is designed as a guide to personal money management, covering such topics as creating a personal budget, developing a savings plan that works for you, and dealing with past and future credit. All individuals who complete the full series will receive a $50 savings bond to kick off or add to their savings plan!
This class is in conjunction with the Financial Education Center and UW Extension - Madison.
No Fee.
Thursdays, February 5 - March 12, 2009 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Stoughton Senior Center
248 West Main Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Should Your Business Be Certified? - Madison - 2/10/09
Date: 2/10/2009
Discuss the benefits of local, state and federal certification programs for your small business. Learn how certification can lead to new customers and more business for you.
Fee: No fee.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Are You an Entrepreneur? - Sun Prairie 2/11/09
Date: 2/11/2009
Thinking about starting a business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Participants will evaluate their skills and readiness for business ownership and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business.
No Fee
Tuesday, February 11, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Sun Prairie Library
1350 Linnerud Drive
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 2/25/09
Date: 2/25/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Make Your Money Talk - Personal Money Management Series - Madison 3/2-4/6/09
Date: 3/02/2009
Through: 4/06/2009
This series is designed as a guide to personal money management, covering such topics as creating a personal budget, developing a savings plan that works for you, and dealing with past and future credit. All individuals who complete the full series will receive a $50 savings bond to kick off or add to their savings plan.
This class is in conjunction with the Financial Education Center and UW Extension - Madison.
No Fee.
Mondays, March 2 - April 6, 2009 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Wealth Builders: Stretching Your Household Budget - Madison 3/3/09
Date: 3/03/2009
This workshop will provide the tools to help save money on your household budget, particularly at the grocery store. Receive tools on planning menus, inventorying your pantry and making grocery lists you can stick to. Learn the best times to make household purchases and where to look for the best deals.
No Fee.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 3/4/09
Date: 3/04/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Are You an Entrepreneur? - Madison 3/4/09
Date: 3/04/2009
Thinking about starting a business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Participants will evaluate their skills and readiness for business ownership and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business.
No Fee
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Madison Public Library-Lakeview Branch
2845 N. Sherman Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Quick Books 101 - Madison 3/7/09
Date: 3/07/2009
Do you need QuickBooks to computerize your bookkeeping? Learn how to best utilize this software to track your accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales and use tax, and other features in this basic introduction course. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with the QuickBooks program.
Fee: $30
Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 9 a.m. - noon
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Starting Your Own Business - Janesville 3/7/09
Date: 3/07/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in collaboration with the UW-Whitewater Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Janesville.
No Fee.
Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Janesville SBDC Center
14 South Jackson Street
Janesville, WI 53548
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Start Smart - Business Planning Series - Madison 3/10-6/23/09
Date: 3/10/2009
Through: 6/23/2009
This series provides in-depth learning for starting and running a small business. Participants will complete a draft business plan through weekly worksheets and exercises. Extensive information will be provided on business financing and ownership, market research, marketing strategies, record keeping, cash flow, business operations and management. Weekly guest speakers will include business professionals and successful entreprenuers. Participants will tour a business library to begin their research.
Fee: $225 for series & $75 Workbook Fee (Reduced Fee Scholarships Available)
The first class is a FREE orientation and requires your attendance to take part in the rest of the series. This first session will give you all expectations for the class.
Tuesdays, March 10 - June 23, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Will My Business Idea Work? - Madison 3/12/09
Date: 3/12/2009
Have you made the decision to go into business? The next step is to explore the potential of your business idea. We will focus on examining the feasibility of your business idea, exploring ways to market the product or service and identifying some next steps and resources for starting your business, including an introduction to the business plan.
Fee: No Fee.
Thursday, March 12, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
Catholic Multicultural Center
1862 Beld Street
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450
Preventing Identity Theft - Madison 3/18/2009
Date: 3/18/2009
Learn how to keep your identity safe by understanding what identity theft is and how to prevent it.
Fee: No fee.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 3/25/09
Date: 3/25/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Marketing: E-mail Marketing Strategies - Madison 3/25/09
Date: 3/25/2009
E-mail is a powerful and cheap marketing resource for businesses. Learn the best practices in setting up your e-mail marketing strategy by learning where to find the resources to help, how to maintain and grow your mailing lists, how to track your success and write an effective e-mail marketing piece. Remember it is never too early or too late to improve your marketing skills! New and existing businesses will walk away with a practical action plan to help their business.
Fee: $30 (Reduced scholarships available)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - noon
Network 222
222 West Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Branding Your Business - Madison 3/26/09
Date: 3/26/2009
A brand is far more than a logo or tag line. It is the identity, personality and "essence" that speaks for you and your business. In this class, you'll learn what branding is, why it is essential for your business or product's success and specific ways to create a brand strong enough to dominate your niche.
Fee: $30 (Reduced scholarships available)
Thursday, March 26, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
PIENSA COMENZAR SU PROPIO NEGOCIO/Thinking About Starting A Business? - Madison 3/28/09
Date: 3/28/2009
Alguna vez ha pensado en ser dueño de su propio negocio, pero no sabía como empezar? En este curso usted aprender¡ a evaluar sus habilidades y podr¡ determinar si est¡ preparado para ser propietario de un negocio. Este curso es ofrecido en español.
Thinking of business ownership but wondering where to start? This workshop will help evaluate your skills and readiness for business ownership. This workshop is offered in spanish.
Costo: Ninguno.No Fee
Saturday, March 28, 2009, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Catholic Multicultural Center
1862 Beld Street
Madison, WI 53713
Registro: Llamar al 608-225-2060
To register or for more information, please call 608-225-2060.
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 4/1/09
Date: 4/01/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Successful Internet Marketing - Green Bay 4/4/09
Date: 4/04/2009
Just having a website is not enough. You must also market it using traditional forms of advertising such as direct mail, TV, radio, print and the Internet. Internet marketing includes search engines, Internet directories, pay-per click programs and e-mail. Good marketing starts with the design of the website. This seminar will discuss the four steps needed to create and update an existing site to be an effective website. It will also discuss domain names, pre-design work, good and bad design elements and internet marketing secrets to getting your site better ranked on search engines. Low cost vs. no cost marketing will be addressed as well as five things search engines use when listing websites.
No fee.
Saturday, April 4, 2009 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Brown County Library Central Branch
515 Pine Street
Green Bay, WI 54301
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Are You an Entrepreneur? - Middleton 4/6/09
Date: 4/06/2009
Thinking about starting a business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Participants will evaluate their skills and readiness for business ownership and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business.
No Fee
Monday, April 6, 2009 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Middleton Public Library
7425 Hubbard Ave.
Middleton, WI 53562
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Wealth Builders: You and Your Credit - Madison 4/8/09
Date: 4/08/2009
Your credit history impacts all aspects of your life. Learn how to read your credit report, how to shop for credit and use it wisely. Learn what to look for in credit card offers and understand what your obligations are when you apply.
No Fee.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Business Loan Investigation Lunch - Madison 4/15/09
Date: 4/15/2009
Have you ever wondered what to expect when applying for a business loan? Meet a WWBIC loan officer and find out the answers to your questions over an informal lunch. Find out what loan officers and financial institutions are looking for in a good business plan. Gain a better understanding for what your strengths and weaknesses are so you can prepare yourself to apply for a loan. Bring your own lunch and your questions! We will provide refreshments.
No Fee.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 from noon - 1:30 p.m.
Genesis Enterprise Center
313 W. Beltline Hwy
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Will My Business Idea Work? - Sun Prairie 4/20/09
Date: 4/20/2009
Have you made the decision to go into business? The next step is to explore the potential of your business idea. We will focus on examining the feasibility of your business idea, exploring ways to market the product or service, and identifying some next steps and resources for starting your business, including an introduction to the business plan.
Fee: No Fee.
Monday, April 20, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Sun Prairie Library
1350 Linnerud Drive
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
To register or for more information, please call(608) 257-5450.
Business Loan Investigation Lunch - Janesville 4/22/09
Date: 4/22/2009
Have you ever wondered what to expect when applying for a business loan? Meet a WWBIC loan officer and find out the answers to your questions over an informal lunch. Find out what loan officers and financial institutions are looking for in a good business plan. Gain a better understanding for what your strengths and weaknesses are so you can prepare yourself to apply for a loan. Bring your own lunch and your questions!
Offered in collaboration with the UW-Whitewater Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Janesville.
No Fee.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009 from noon - 1:30 p.m.
Janesville SBDC Center
14 South Jackson Street
Janesville, WI 53548
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Start Smart - Business Planning Series - Madison 4/23-6/25/09
Date: 4/23/2009
Through: 6/25/2009
This series provides in-depth learning for starting and running a small business. Participants will complete a draft business plan through weekly worksheets and exercises. Extensive information will be provided on business financing and ownership, market research, marketing strategies, record keeping, cash flow, business operations and management. Weekly guest speakers will include business professionals and successful entreprenuers. Participants will tour a business library to begin their research.
Fee: $225 for series & $75 Workbook Fee (Reduced Fee Scholarships Available)
The first class is a FREE orientation and requires your attendance to take part in the rest of the series. This first session will give you all expectations for the class.
Thursdays, April 23 - June 25, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Quick Books Advanced - Madison 4/25/2009
Date: 4/25/2009
Learn how QuickBooks takes all of your company's information to create reports and maintain your business' vital information. This workshop is meant to be one step above the QuickBooks 101 workshop. Hands-on opportunity to work with the QuickBooks program.
Fee: $30
Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1 - 3 p.m.
WWBIC-Madison
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Make Your Money Talk - Personal Money Management Series - Sun Prairie 4/28-6/2/2009
Date: 4/28/2009
Through: 6/02/2009
This series is designed as a guide to personal money management, covering such topics as creating a personal budget, developing a savings plan that works for you and dealing with past and future credit. All individuals who complete the full series will receive a $50 savings bond to kick off or add to their savings plan.
This class is in conjunction with the Financial Education Center and UW Extension - Madison.
No Fee.
Tuesdays, April 28 - June 2, 2009 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Sun Prairie Public Library
1350 Linnerud Dr.
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 4/29/09
Date: 4/29/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, April 29, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Improving Your Cash Flow - Madison 4/29/09
Date: 4/29/2009
Learn how to develop and manage realistic revenue and expense projections for your business. Understand how various financial statements can be your most valuable business tool. Hands-on opportunity to work with projection worksheets.
Fee: $30 (Reduced Fee Scholarships available.)
Wednesday, April 29, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450
Are You an Entrepreneur? - Madison 5/2/09
Date: 5/02/2009
Thinking about starting a business?
Decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Participants will evaluate their skills and readiness for business ownership and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business.
No Fee
Saturday, May 2, 2009 from 10 a.m. - noon
Genesis Enterprise Center
313 West Beltline Highway
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Wealth Builders: Wills and Other Important Documents - Madison - 5/5/09
Date: 5/05/2009
Everyone over age 18 should consider estate planning. Learn the key elements of estate planning and receive resources to enable you to complete a plan of your own.
No Fee.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 5/6/09
Date: 5/06/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Marketing on a Shoestring - Green Bay - 5/14/09
Date: 5/14/2009
This hands-on workshop explores a wide range of marketing strategies and tips used to get the word out about your business, attract and retain new customers, operate in a competitive marketplace and fuel business growth. Topics include: low-cost promotion ideas, the three steps of a cost-effective marketing plan and how to obtain free publicity.
No fee.
Thursday, May 14, 2009 from 6 - 8:15 p.m.
Brown County Library Central Branch
515 Pine Street
Green Bay, WI 54301
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Will My Business Idea Work? - Madison 5/20/09
Date: 5/20/2009
Have you made the decision to go into business? The next step is to explore the potential of your business idea. We will focus on examining the feasibility of your business idea, exploring ways to market the product or service and identifying some next steps and resources for starting your business, including an introduction to the business plan.
Fee: No fee.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
WWBIC- Madison
2300 South Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 5/27/09
Date: 5/27/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Keeping the Books - Madison 5/27/09
Date: 5/27/2009
Experienced business owners and start-ups alike will learn how to keep accurate business records and will be introduced to basic bookkeeping techniques including QuickBooks™. Learn to recognize patterns in financial records for better planning and management of your business.
Fee: $30 (Reduced Fee Scholarships available.)
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 from 6 - 9 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450
Wealth Builders: Insurance Concepts - Madison- 6/2/09
Date: 6/02/2009
At some point in your life, everyone will need to buy insurance. Whether it is auto, home, life, health or disability, insurance plays an important role in your financial plan. Learn about the different types of insurance, how to assess what you need (and don't) and how to choose the best insurance provider.
No Fee.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Financial Education Center
(Second Floor of Villager Mall)
2300 S. Park St, Suite 22
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Business Financing Seminar - Madison 6/2/09
Date: 6/02/2009
Learn about a variety of financing options and the steps necessary to apply for a loan. Participants will meet representatives from several traditional and alternative financing agencies to learn which program will best suit their business financing needs.
No Fee.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Heartland Credit Union
5325 High Crossing Blvd.
Madison, WI 53718
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
Starting Your Own Business - Madison 6/3/09
Date: 6/03/2009
Thinking about starting your own business? If you're just exploring, attend this session to learn the personal considerations to starting your own business, where to find an idea, how to conduct market research and how to judge if your idea is financially feasible. Plus take home a packet of great resources on licensing, regulations, and local organizations that provide classes, financing, and business assistance.
Offered in conjunction with the Dane County Job Center and UW-Madison SBDC.
No Fee.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
To register or for more information, please call (608) 242-4900.
Wealth Builders: Budgeting 101
Date: 6/10/2009
Learn the skills needed to plan and stick to a budget. This class is for people interested in budgeting for the first time or people who want to review their current budgets.
Fee: No fee.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 S. Park Street, Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information,please call (608) 257-5450.
Marketing on a Shoestring - Janesville 6/11/09
Date: 6/11/2009
This hands-on workshop explores a wide range of marketing strategies and tips used to get the word out about your business, attract and retain new customers, operate in a competitive marketplace and fuel business growth. Topics include: low-cost promotion ideas, the three steps of a cost-effective marketing plan and how to obtain free publicity.
Offered in collaboration with the UW-Whitewater Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Janesville.
No Fee.
Thursday, June 11, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Janesville SBDC Center
14 South Jackson Street
Janesville, WI 53548
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
Marketing: Media Relations - Madison 6/17/09
Date: 6/17/2009
Building and maintaining media relationships will help you market your business more successfully. Participants will learn how to write an effective press release, how to best target the right media markets, how to maintain and track results from media pushes and hear some tips and secrets from media insiders. New and existing businesses will walk away with a practical action plan to help their business.
Fee: $30 (Reduced scholarships available)
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - noon
Network 222
222 West Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
To register or for more information, please call (608)257-5450.
WWBIC Orientation - Madison 6/24/09
Date: 6/24/2009
Are you interested in starting a business or looking to expand your business and don't know where to start? Attend WWBIC's orientation session and learn about WWBIC's services which include business & financial education classes as well as ways of which to obtain financing through WWBIC's loan program.
Fee: Free
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 from 4 - 6 p.m.
WWBIC South Central Office
2300 South Park St., Suite 21
Madison, WI 53713
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450.
CONTABILIDAD BASICA DE SU NEGOCIO - Basic Business Recordkeeping - Madison 6/27/09
Date: 6/27/2009
Hablaremos sobre la contabilidad y como mantener documentación precisa sobre los gastos y perdidas del negocio para que podamos contestar la pregunta: ÿEn dónde est¡ "la plata"? Este curso es ofrecido en español.
The workshop will cover recordkeeping information basics such as maintaining the right documentation of your business expenses and income in order to be able to answer the question: Where is the money? This class wil be taught in Spanish.
Costo: Ninguno No Fee.
Sabado, 27 de Junio de 2009, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Centro Hispano
810 West Badger Road
Madison, WI 53713
Registro: Llamar al 608-225-2060
To register or for more information, please call (608) 257-5450
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