Trainer, Mike Bisayne
Trainer, Sandy Stelter
Sept 7 - 6 pm — 8 pm
Orientation
Intro to 11-Week Entrepreneurship Training
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Sept 9 - 6 pm — 8 pm
Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: You must attend an orientation to attend the 11-week training.

NxLevel helps existing entrepreneurs reach their next level of success. It helps start-up businesses develop a business plan to guide future growth.
Trainer, Mariana Almaraz
Trainer, Evert Fernandez
Orientación: NxLevel para Entrepreneurs en español
6 pm — 8 pm

El Programa NxLevel cubre todas las fases de la planeación de un negocio, desde la teoria, presentaciones, asesoria individual y conexiones. Abarca desde la definición, mejoramiento y expansion o lanzamiento de un negocio. Las clases incuyen publicidad, redes sociales, negociones, ademas de entender reports financieros y un manejo eficiente de tu negocio.

Debe asistir a una orientación para inscribirse en el programa NxLevel
Celebrating National
Small Business Week
September 13-15
FREE
Business Webinars
Sept 22 - 12 pm — 1:30 pm
10 Steps to Managing a Successful Business in Today’s World

Managing your business in an economic downturn is one of the most essential components to survival. Learn 10 steps to compile your strategic road map to steer your business in the right direction.
Sept 27 - 12 pm — 1:30 pm
Starting Your Business in Napa and Sonoma Counties

A general overview of the things to consider when starting a business.

  • Business Licensing Requirements
  • Business Taxes
  • Legal Form of Organization
  • Components of a Business Plan
human resources
HUMAN RESOURCES
3-PART WEBINAR SERIES
Join Regional Advisor/HR specialist, Linda Siniard, to learn about HR best practices and pitfalls, including how to assess and execute HR goals, and align business objectives with employee welfare.
Webinar 1
Hiring Employees:
First Things First
September 21 - 1:00 to 2:30pm
Webinar 2
Employee Handbooks: Action Artfully Applied
September 28 - 1:00 to 2:30pm
Webinar 3
Firing Employees:
Process = Protection
October 5 - 1:00 to 2:30pm

Free In-Person Business Advising
Continues

Business Advisor, Evert Fernandez will be on site at the Russian River Chamber for one-on-one advising to assist your business with:

  • PPP loan forgiveness
  • Financial analysis
  • Raising capital and obtaining loans/grants/funding
  • Business planning plus managing your operations
  • Website assistance
  • Restaurant Revitalization grant assistance

LOCATION: 16200 First St, Guerneville, CA 95446

Advising is brought to you by Napa-Sonoma SBDC, the Russian River Business Lab, and the USDA.

Appointments are available from 11-4pm on the hour (last appointment 3pm). Book Thursday Thursday, September 16.
IMPORTANT!
If this is your first time meeting with an SBDC Advisor you MUST ALSO request SBDC services. Complete the additional request below so you’re ready to go.
SOCIAL MEDIA
STRATEGIES

7 rules to remember ...

1. Determine your target market

2. Determine your budget and schedule

3. Find the right balance of content

4. Don’t forget a call to action

5. Use quality photos

6. Use video

7. Consider Facebook ads
THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS
Marketing Workshops Sponsored by Russian River Chamber of Commerce
Napa-Sonoma SBDC
707-595-0060
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