Business Ignite Luncheon

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Tuesday, April 9

11 am - 1:30 pm

Best Western GranTree

Business Trainings and Events

Power Up: Are Your Ready to Start Your Next Business?

This 3 session course has been specifically designed for individuals who are brand new to business, wanting to start a business, and new business owners or individuals looking to start a second business.

Wednesdays, April 10, 17, and 24

9 am - 12 pm

Top 10 Business Law Headaches and How to Avoid Them

Attending this presentation, you will learn about all 10 of these Business Law categories and why they’re important to know if you have a business or employees.

1) Business Formation

2) Trademarks

3) Financing Your Business

4) Business Entity Formation

5) Insurance

6) Hiring Employees

• Setting Expectations with Job Descriptions
• Employee Handbooks – Advantages of Policies & Procedures
• Unique MT Employment Laws

7) Disciplining/Terminating Employees

8) Contracts

9) Considerations for a Growing Business (Mergers & Acquisitions)

10) Properly Dissolving an Entity

Thursday, April 11

11:30 am - 2 pm

Lunch will be provided

Prospera Impact Grant Pitch Contest

Prospera is pleased to announce $18,000 will go directly to helping Montana’s women business owners. Grant funding can be used for anything that will enhance economic independence for women, job creation, or take their business to the next level of success.

During the pitch contest, you will be able to watch the 9 finalists pitch their businesses and what they plan to use the grant funds for.  

Sign up today to listen in on the Finalist's Pitch Contests!

Wednesday, April 17

4:30 - 6:15 pm

QuickBook for Beginners - Cloud Version

For those new to bookkeeping and experienced folks alike! This QuickBooks course is designed to help entrepreneurs and business managers understand how to best manage money. The instructor will take you through the foundational elements of QuickBooks so you're more efficient in entering revenue and expenses, and better able to communicate with your accountant come tax time. She'll also teach you how to get the most out of the program, through reporting, invoicing, and additional functionality.

Thursday, April 18

8:30 - 11:30 am

Advanced QuickBooks

For those new to bookkeeping and experienced folks alike! This QuickBooks course is designed to help entrepreneurs and business managers understand how to best manage money. The instructor will take you through the foundational elements of QuickBooks so you're more efficient in entering revenue and expenses, and better able to communicate with your accountant come tax time. She'll also teach you how to get the most out of the program, through reporting, invoicing, and additional functionality. **This class is applicable to both online and desktop versions**

Friday, April 19

8:30 - 11:30 am

Instagram for Business

In this course, you will learn about Instagram for Business, including:

• Why engagement is so critical to business success
• Types of engagement
• Useful tools to save time and stay on brand
• Utilizing video / Why it matters / Ways to get started or expand your efforts
• Trends and stats to determine where you spend your time

Tuesday, May 7

9 am - 12 pm

Google Business Profile

Reach More Customers in Local Search

In this course, you will learn how to optimize your Google Business Profile (GBP), including:

• Why GBP is a critical part of your SEO
• How Google compares info on your GBP and your website
• Optimization tips for your website and GBP
• How to use posts to reach more customers
• How to get more Google reviews
• How and Why to reply to every review

Thursday, May 9

9 am - 12 pm

May Monthly Member Meetup

Monthly Member Meetups are Prospera's signature networking event, bringing our members together for light fare, drinks, and meaningful business connections.

Not-yet a member? Join us as a guest! We know you'll love getting to know our network. There's no cost to attend, but please submit an RSVP so we know to expect you.

Hardscrabble Ranch

Thursday, May 16

4 - 6 pm

Pancake Breakfast

Join Prospera for a Pancake Breakfast and networking. Make a donation to Prospera during Give Big and enjoy a delicious breakfast.

Friday, May 3

7 - 10 am

Pay it Forward with Prospera

If you or someone you know has been helped by Prospera, consider paying it forward by donating to the foundation or joining our membership family.

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