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Webinar:Connect 2 Dot CDOT Emerging Small Business Program Orientation 

 

Thursday, September 5, 2013

10:00 am - 11:30 pm

   

Presenter:  Kathy Kramer 

 

Have you heard about the exciting new changes to the CDOT Emerging Small Business (ESB) Program? In this webinar learn how to leverage ESB certification to market your services to prime contractors, obtain CDOT contracts, and receive customized small business assistance. This session is mandatory for businesses interested in applying for or renewing their ESB certification.

  

How You Will Benefit:

  • Find out if your small business meets the eligibility criteria to become certified
  • Learn about the application process and how to ensure acceptance
  • Gain an understanding of new program benefits and incentives for primes and subcontractors
  • Discover how to find ESB opportunities including restricted projects
  • Get key contacts for marketing your certification status
Suggested Audience:

Businesses interested in contracting with CDOT

 

 

Sponsored by: Colorado Department of Transportation

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Facebook:  Building Community Around Your BandMatthew Kaskavitch photo

 

Wednesday, September 18, 2013   
9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pueblo West Library - Conference Room A

(298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd., Pueblo West) 

 

Presenter:  Matthew Kaskavitch,

                   Social Media Coordinator at 

                   St Mary Corwin Hospital 

 

Sponsored by: St. Mary Corwin, US Bank, BBB Foundation

 

Facebook has become the largest social network on the Internet. This is where your customers live!

  • We'll discuss how to engage with them efficiently and what it can mean for your business. 

Seminar is open to the public and free to attend however registration is required! To register, please contact the SBDC by phone 719-549-3224, by email SBDC@pueblocc.edu or online www.coloradosbdc.org.

   
    US Bank logo - social media sponsor     St. Mary-Corwin logo BBB Foundation
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Exit Strategy & The Transfer of Wealth Seminar:

Learn QuickBooks Fundamentals Step-By-Step

  

Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013 
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

West Custer County Library

209 Main Street, Westcliffe  

 

Presenter: Larry Henderson, Allied Wealth Advisors

 

In Partnership With: Custer County Chamber of Commerce & West Custer County Library

 

If you don't have an exit strategy for your business or are interested in selling your business then this workshop is for you! Some of the questions covered include:   

  • What is your best strategy?
  • Will taxes affect you family's inheritance?
  • Can your family inherit your Farm or Ranch with little or no taxes?
  • What rules and taxes apply to your estate?
  • If you sell, who will buy it? When should you sell?

 

Not simply an overview of the topic, this presentation will cover multiple strategies. Results of such strategies include:

 

  • Reduce or eliminate Capital gains
  • Have more money for retirement
  • Leave more money to your heirs
  • Increase liability protection

Seminar is open to the public and free to attend however registration is required! To register, please contact the SBDC by phone 719-549-3224, by email SBDC@pueblocc.edu or online www.coloradosbdc.org.

 

Refreshments will be provided. Seminar is offered as part of SBDC's Business "Knowledge is Power" Hour seminar series.

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LinkedIn:  The HR Hangout 
 
Wednesday, October 16, 2013   
 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pueblo West Libray - Conference Room A

(298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd, Pueblo West) 

 

Presenter: Matthew Kaskavitch

                 Social Media Coordinator, St. Mary Corwin Hospital 

 

Sponsored by: St. Mary Corwin, BBB Foundation

 

LinkedIn is a useful network for connecting with other professionals both in and out of your own industry. 

  • Learn what the value is and ways you can leverage the powerful tool to help your own business. 

Seminar is open to the public and free to attend however registration is required! To register, please contact the SBDC by phone 719-549-3224, by email SBDC@pueblocc.edu or online www.coloradosbdc.org.

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Twitter:  The Ultimate in Real-Time Listening

  
Wednesday, November 13, 2013   
 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pueblo West Libray - Conference Room A

(298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd, Pueblo West) 

 

Presenter: Matthew Kaskavitch

                 Social Media Coordinator,

                 St. Mary Corwin Hospital 

 

Sponsored by: St. Mary Corwin, BBB Foundation

 

Twitter is one of the best tools for listening to what customers are saying about your brand.  Whether it's positive or negative, you'll want to be a part of that conversation. 

  • Learn how to use Twitter effectively to listen and engage while your customers are on the go. 

Seminar is open to the public and free to attend however registration is required! To register, please contact the SBDC by phone 719-549-3224, by email SBDC@pueblocc.edu or online www.coloradosbdc.org.

SBDC Program Sponsors: 
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Southern Colorado SBDC | 719-549-3224 | sbdc@pueblocc.edu 
 

 www.coloradosbdc.org  | Main Office: 131 S. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003 
The Southern Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a partnership between the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Pueblo Community College. The support given by the SBA through such funding does not constitute an expressed or implied endorsement of any of the co-sponsor(s)' or participants' opinions, products or services. Special arrangements for the handicapped will be made if requested in advance by contacting the Southern Colorado SBDC at 719-549-3224.