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EVENTS
MAY
How to
Start Your Business
Workshop
28 May 2013
1300-1500 Hours
Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan
501 S Averill Avenue
Flint, MI 48506
GOOGLE MAP
FREE
VetBizCentral
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A workshop explaining how to start and finance a business will be held for veterans and their families 28 May from 1300-1500 hours at the Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan office, located at 501 S Averill Avenue, Flint Mi., 48506
Matt Sherwood, Director of VetBizCentral will facilitate the workshop.
This free class is open to Veterans, National Guard, Reserve members and their families. Registration with VetBizCentral is required. Call 810-767-8387 or sign up on-line for this workshop.
“We hope this workshop will be helpful to veterans that have the desire to open or start a new business,” Matt Sherwood said.
VetBizCentral is a non-profit agency which assists veterans with their entrepreneurial endeavors. Counseling, mentoring, networking and education are part of VetBizCentral’s services, most of which are free to veterans. It is one of 15 such non-profit agencies in the nation. VetBizCentral is funded by the U.S.Small Business Administration’s Office of Veterans Business Development and is responsible for serving veterans and their families in six states.
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JUNE
DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS PLAN
ONLINE
04 June 2013
1130-1230 Hours or
1600-1700 Hours
(Registration closes 28 May)
Webinar
FREE for Veterans
$450 Value
Mi-SBTDC
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This exciting new webinar series offered by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center is designed to help you build and update your business plan in an online setting, while still providing individual assistance from an expert business consultant.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Both current and future business owners who need to develop or update their business plans.
THE RESULTS
Upon finishing the course, you will have:
• A complete business plan
• Continued access to a SBTDC business consultant in your area
• A pipeline of valuable resources to launch or grow your business
THE DETAILS
This 8-week online program utilizes a variety of tools to facilitate the course and assist you in building and updating your business plan, including:
• Live, hour-long webinar sessions led weekly by business and industry experts
• Video and textbook resources for additional learning
• Program-specific business planning software through Palo Alto
• Consultant to work directly with you as you develop your business plan
THE COST
Because of a generous grant given by the MSU Broadband Technology Opportunity Program, this course is being offered for only $90 (list price is $450).
Veterans may participate in the program at no cost.
This course is the perfect opportunity for you to develop your business plan without dramatically changing your workday schedule.
Don't let this incredible opportunity pass you by.
REGISTER TODAY - click on the start date that works best for you!
June 4, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - registration closes May 28
June 4, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - registration closes May 28
August 7, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - registration closes July 31
September 5, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - registration closes August 29
September 5, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - registration closes August 29
The Venture Plan Online course runs for 8 consecutive weeks. Each session takes place on the same day of the week, during the same time slot as the chosen start date.
For more information: Call 616-331-7480 or
e-mail sbtdc@gvsu.edu
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Countdown To 83
Dialogue with the Director Roundtable
05 June 2013
1030-1200 Hours
Walldroff Brew Pub & Bistro
105 E State St.
Hastings, MI 49058
FREE
SBA
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You are cordially invited to participate in a small business roundtable with SBA’s Michigan District Director Gerald Moore on Wednesday, June 5, 2013.
The Dialogue with the Director roundtable gives small business owners a chance to voice the specific issues and concerns that affect their business, while allowing Resource Partners and the SBA to work collaboratively to provide them assistance.
Through our network of local, state and federal resource partners, we are confident that small businesses will gain assistance at every stage of the business life cycle. As such, your presence and participation is very important to ensure the businesses learn about the products and services provided by your organization.
The Dialogue with the Director is being held as part of our locally-focused campaign called “Countdown to 83 - Helping Small Business Succeed…One County at a Time.”
Shortly after Gerald’s appointment, he realized the rich diversity of our state and its small businesses. As a result, he set a professional goal to personally visit every Michigan County within three years. Over the past two years, Gerald has traveled the state, connecting with business owners and economic development organizations. His visit to Barry County marks the 79th county and the sixth of the final ten stops.
We hope that you will join us in Dialogue with the Director and share your professional expertise. Please R.S.V.P. by May 31, 2013. To reserve your spot or get more information, e-mail Maggie Halley.
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Entrepreneur Roundatable
What Certification is Right for Your Business?
05 June 2013
0830-1200 Hours
University of Michigan Detroit Center
Ann Arbor Room
3663 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201
FREE
CEED, SBA & Chase Bank
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KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Deb Loeser
Program Manager, CEED’s Women’s Business Center
TOPICS
Overview of Certification Progams
Processes and Benefits of each Certification Program
Expert Panel from Certification Organizations
CORPORATE SPONSOR
Chase Bank
PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS
U.S. Small Business Administration
SCORE
Michgian Small Business and Technology Development Center
Michigan Minority Supplier Diversity Council
Wayne State University PTAC
TO REGISTER
Call: (313) 255-1020
ONLINE
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MEET THE LENDER AND
EXPORT ASSISTANCE
06 June 2013
0900-1200 Hours
Haworth College of Business
Western Michigan University
3110 Schneider Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
FREE
Mi-SBTDC
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Meet with area banks and credit unions to dicuss your business lending needs and find a lender that is a match for your business!
Who Should Attend?
Entrepreneurs starting a business who need funding to start a business and need to understand what potential lenders look for when making a lending decision. Current business owners looking to grow but struggling to find additional funding. Use this opportunity to meet with lenders and evaluate your pitch.
What to Bring?
Please be prepared with copies of your business plan and know your credit score. If you need assistance with business plan preparation or review, please contact the MI-SBTDC at 269.387.6004.
Interested in Exporting?
At Meet the Lender, the SBA and MI-SBTDC will have expert consultants available to answer exporting questions about programs available in Michigan.
To Register: Meet the Lenders
Questions: (269)-387-6004
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VETERANS LEGAL FAIR
17 June 2013
1000-1500 Hours
John D. Dingell
VA Medical Center
Auditorium (Lower Level, Red Tower)
4646 John R. St.
Detroit, MI 48201
FREE
Michigan State Bar, Michigan Veterans Foundation,
LCS, Quicken Loans, Legal Aid And Defenders,
VA Health Care
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The Legal Aid and Defender Association, Inc. invites you to attend a Veterans legal fair honoring the men and women who have served our country.
Featured Workshops Include:
• Child support
• Driver’s responsibility (tickets)
• Expungements
• Social Security (SSI/SSDI)
• VA Benefit Claims
For information, please call (313) 967-5651
Light refreshments will be provided)
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MEET THE BUYER
25 June 2013
0830-1400 Hours
Durand Middle School
9550 Lansing Road
Durand, MI 48429
GOOGLE MAP
FREE
I-69 International Trade Corridor, SEDP,
Shiawassee Chamber of Commerce
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Looking for Large Companies to Take Part in “Meet The Buyer Event”
“Meet the Buyer” events are growing in popularity throughout the State of Michigan, however, this is the first of it’s kind in the “Trade Corridor” region. The I-69 International Trade Corridor, Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce and Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership are pleased to be hosting this event at the Durand Middle School - right off I-69 in Durand, Michigan. The timing could not be better to campaign for economic growth and promote business-to-business contacts across the entire I-69 International Trade Corridor region.
This event will provide a venue for businesses in the I69 Trade Corridor region to connect with procurement professionals from across Michigan and Canada, and to foster networking between Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer and St Clair Counties.
We would like to cordially extend an invitation to your company to participate in this “Meet the Buyer” event.
Benefits to Your Company:
• Exposure to new vendors and new ideas.
• Potential cost-savings.
• Greater knowledge of product and service offerings along the I-69 Trade Corridor Region.
• Increased I-69 Trade Corridor business development and networking.
• Your Company gains reputation as a “good corporate citizen”.
We hope you will consider our invitation to participate! Please contact Sue Kadlek, at the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce, for more information.
Call (989) 723-5149 or
E-Mail skadlek@shiawasseechamber.org.
Please return the ATTACHED form by May 10, 2013. Thank you!
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Saudi Arabia: New Auto Market
Hub for the Middle East,
Africa, and South Asia
26 June 2013
Birmingham, MI
The US-Saudi Arabian Business Council (USSABC) will be hosting the event Saudi Arabia: New Auto market Hub for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia in Birmingham, Michigan. This event will feature various high level Saudi officials and company representatives.
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AUGUST
MEET THE LENDER AND
EXPORT ASSISTANCE
06-08 August 2013
St. Lousi, MO
VA
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The National Veterans Small Business Conference is the premier annual event for Veterans to network, learn, and grow their businesses.
Get an edge on the competition
Connect with procurement decision makers across government and industry. You’ll learn the ropes through training sessions tailored for all stages of business growth. Get your name out there – build relationships with potential clients and business partners and grow your business.
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DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS PLAN
ONLINE
07 AUGUST 2013
1800-1900 Hours
(Registration closes 31 July)
Webinar
FREE for Veterans
$450 Value
Mi-SBTDC
READ MORE:
This exciting new webinar series offered by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center is designed to help you build and update your business plan in an online setting, while still providing individual assistance from an expert business consultant.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Both current and future business owners who need to develop or update their business plans.
THE RESULTS
Upon finishing the course, you will have:
• A complete business plan
• Continued access to a SBTDC business consultant in your area
• A pipeline of valuable resources to launch or grow your business
THE DETAILS
This 8-week online program utilizes a variety of tools to facilitate the course and assist you in building and updating your business plan, including:
• Live, hour-long webinar sessions led weekly by business and industry experts
• Video and textbook resources for additional learning
• Program-specific business planning software through Palo Alto
• Consultant to work directly with you as you develop your business plan
THE COST
Because of a generous grant given by the MSU Broadband Technology Opportunity Program, this course is being offered for only $90 (list price is $450).
Veterans may participate in the program at no cost.
This course is the perfect opportunity for you to develop your business plan without dramatically changing your workday schedule.
Don't let this incredible opportunity pass you by.
REGISTER TODAY - click on the start date that works best for you!
August 7, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - registration closes July 31
September 5, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - registration closes August 29
September 5, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - registration closes August 29
The Venture Plan Online course runs for 8 consecutive weeks. Each session takes place on the same day of the week, during the same time slot as the chosen start date.
For more information: Call 616-331-7480 or
e-mail sbtdc@gvsu.edu
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SEPTEMBER
DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS PLAN
ONLINE
05 SEPTEMBER 2013
1130-1230 Hours or
1600-1700 Hours
(Registration closes 29 August)
Webinar
FREE for Veterans
$450 Value
Mi-SBTDC
READ MORE:
This exciting new webinar series offered by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center is designed to help you build and update your business plan in an online setting, while still providing individual assistance from an expert business consultant.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Both current and future business owners who need to develop or update their business plans.
THE RESULTS
Upon finishing the course, you will have:
• A complete business plan
• Continued access to a SBTDC business consultant in your area
• A pipeline of valuable resources to launch or grow your business
THE DETAILS
This 8-week online program utilizes a variety of tools to facilitate the course and assist you in building and updating your business plan, including:
• Live, hour-long webinar sessions led weekly by business and industry experts
• Video and textbook resources for additional learning
• Program-specific business planning software through Palo Alto
• Consultant to work directly with you as you develop your business plan
THE COST
Because of a generous grant given by the MSU Broadband Technology Opportunity Program, this course is being offered for only $90 (list price is $450).
Veterans may participate in the program at no cost.
This course is the perfect opportunity for you to develop your business plan without dramatically changing your workday schedule.
Don't let this incredible opportunity pass you by.
September 5, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - registration closes August 29
September 5, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - registration closes August 29
The Venture Plan Online course runs for 8 consecutive weeks. Each session takes place on the same day of the week, during the same time slot as the chosen start date.
For more information: Call 616-331-7480 or
e-mail sbtdc@gvsu.edu
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NOVEMBER
8th Annual Veterans
Matchmaker Conference
07 November 2013
0730-1600 Hours
MSU Management Education Center
811 West Square Lake Rd.
Troy, MI 48098
Early Bird: $35
After 01 October: $45
Presented By:
VetBizCentral, PTAC, Mi-SBTDC, Roundtable & SBA
Sponsored By:
Delphi, Quicken Loans, Ford, General Motors,
Huntington Bank, AT&T & Kellogg Co.
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NEW CLIENT REQUEST FOR COUNSELING
The U.S. Small Business Administration requires all clients to complete the Request for Counseling (Form 641). This form will act as our Confidentiality and Code of Conduct Agreements. All client information is held in strictest of confidence.
To start the process, please click on the above e-CENTER button to access our electronic Request for Counseling form. After submission, a counselor will contact you shortly.
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How to Start Your Business
Workshop
Goodwill Mid-Michigan
501 S. Averill Ave.
Flint, MI 48506
REGISTER HERE (Required)
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SPONSORS
DELPHI
QUICKEN LOANS
GENERAL MOTORS
FORD
HUNTINGTON BANK
AT&T
KELLOGG
168 Days to Go!
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A Nonprofit assisting veterans since 2005, serving Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S Small Business Administration.
All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
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