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SUMMARY:Market Ready Program (Fall 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Market Ready Program supports established small businesses and entrepreneurs across Washington state who currently sell or are interested in selling at markets or tabling at pop-ups. Throughout the 4-week program will teach you how to maximize your time\, energy\, and efficiency to be able to take advantage of and participate in market and tabling opportunities. The program will be delivered in a hybrid of on-demand and live sessions. \nIn addition\, this course will include weekly 1.5-hour live sessions. The live session will be held virtually and recap the week’s materials\, include facilitated discussions\, and provide opportunities for students to meet each other through breakout sessions. \nPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS \n\nSpecialized market vending business planning instruction\nPractical and usable insights on the nuts and bolts of market vending\nTargeted lessons on accounting and financial management for market vending businesses\n\nFor more information: https://businessimpactnw.org/market-ready-program/ \nTo request further information\, please contact adrad@businessimpactnw.org \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\n9:00 am – 10:30 am AKT\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/market-ready-program-fall-2025/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW. \nWhether you’re new to BIN\, just starting out\, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan\, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer\, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach\, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually. \n\nThe steps in starting a business.\nTypes of business organizations.\nInformation on writing a business plan.\nHow (and why) to do market research.\nWhat lenders look for when applying for a business loan.\nThe importance of developing a cash flow projection\, and how to do it.\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n11:00 am – 12:30 pm PT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am AKT\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-virtual-32/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T110000
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SUMMARY:The Food Biz Basics (August 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Food Biz Basics class offers a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of starting and running a food business. \nWe’ll explore topics such as: \n\ncommercial kitchen options\,\nlicensing and permitting\,\nbranding and marketing\,\nselling through different sales channels\,\ncosting and pricing\,\nand funding strategies.\n\nYou’ll learn along with other food business owners who are exploring ways to find and develop niches within the exciting\, challenging\, and complex world of small-scale food entrepreneurship. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n9:00 am – 11:00 am PT\n8:00 am – 10:00 am AKT\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/the-food-biz-basics-august-2025/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T113000
DTSTAMP:20250220T003932Z
CREATED:20241029T165134Z
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UID:10008458-1754992800-1754998200@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW. \nWhether you’re new to BIN\, just starting out\, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan\, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer\, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach\, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually. \n\nThe steps in starting a business.\nTypes of business organizations.\nInformation on writing a business plan.\nHow (and why) to do market research.\nWhat lenders look for when applying for a business loan.\nThe importance of developing a cash flow projection\, and how to do it.\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\n9:00 am – 10:30 am AKT\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-virtual-44/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T180000
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SUMMARY:Accessing Capital for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:All businesses need capital. Understand what it is and how to access it. \nTopics:  \n\nNeed\, Purpose\, and Use\nTypes of funding for each stage\nHow to prepare\nWhat lenders look for\n\n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union. \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/accessing-capital-for-your-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20250702T183644Z
CREATED:20241122T171459Z
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UID:10008618-1755090000-1755095400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Why Small Businesses Need a Succession Plan
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Why Small Businesses Need a Succession Plan \nDescription: A well-crafted succession plan isn’t just about retirement—it’s about protecting the business you’ve built\, ensuring continuity\, and safeguarding your employees\, clients\, and financial future. Without a plan\, businesses risk leadership gaps\, operational disruptions\, and potential loss of value. By proactively structuring ownership transitions\, developing future leaders\, and securing financial strategies\, you create a roadmap for long-term success. Whether passing the torch to family\, key employees\, or outside buyers\, succession planning ensures your business thrives beyond your tenure—preserving your hard work and legacy for generations to come. \nSpeaker: Gloria Coleman \n\n\n\n\n\n \nGloria Coleman is a dynamic speaker and powerhouse consultant who specializes in cutting through the noise and getting things done. Whether it’s streamlining messy business systems\, planning for the future\, or tackling tough decisions\, Gloria turns chaos into clarity with her signature no-nonsense\, down-to-earth approach. \nA two-time entrepreneur\, Gloria has built successful businesses that empower people to navigate life’s biggest transitions—most notably through Exit Bliss\, her consultancy focused on succession planning\, process improvement\, and operational excellence. She’s passionate about turning roadblocks into opportunities and equipping her clients with the tools and confidence to move forward\, make progress\, and thrive. \nBusiness Excellence Sessions are a series of virtual educational workshops designed to address the unique challenges businesses face in their daily operations and their journey toward overall success. Among the most common challenges are legal\, financial\, and contracting obstacles. These sessions aim to provide entrepreneurs with a platform to learn\, grow\, and apply practical knowledge to enhance their businesses. Participants will also gain insight into other community resources and opportunities available now or in the near future. Topics can cover services\, opportunities in development\, or essential information small businesses need to know. \n\n\n\n\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm PT\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm AKT\n2:00 pm – 3:30 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-08-2025/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T113000
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UID:10008895-1755171000-1755176400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Employee vs. Independent Contractor
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a legal discussion for business owners to help discern whether they are employing an employee or an independent contractor. \nPresenter: Kira M. Rubel\, Esq. – Principal & Owner\, The Harbor Law Group \nKira is the principal and owner of The Harbor Law Group\, located in Gig Harbor\, Washington. She has been licensed and practicing since 2007 in California\, and since 2016 in the state of Washington. The Harbor Law Group primarily practices in the areas of business law\, estate planning\, probate\, and trust administration. Kira has been helping businesses navigate the many steps from formation to sale\, and all the stages in between\, for almost 17 years. Her firm has significant experience in business formation\, contract negotiation and business strategy\, including business sales or acquisitions\, as well as employment matters. Kira is an avid skier\, climber\, and outdoor enthusiast. When she’s not working\, she likes to be with her family and loved ones. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n11:30 am – 1:00 pm PT\n10:30 am – 12:00 pm AKT\n12:30 pm – 2:00 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-employee-vs-independent-contractor/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T193000
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UID:10008861-1755626400-1755631800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Cómo Conseguir Capital para su Negocio
DESCRIPTION:Todas las empresas necesitan capital. Comprenda qué es y cómo acceder a él. \n\nLa necesidad\, el propósito\, y el uso\nTipos de financiación para cada etapa de su negocio\nCómo prepararse\nQué es lo que buscan los prestamistas
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/como-conseguir-capital-para-su-negocio/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Juneau:20250820T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Juneau:20250820T160000
DTSTAMP:20250709T220516Z
CREATED:20250709T220516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T220516Z
UID:10008902-1755678600-1755705600@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Boots to Business Virtual Reboot Course
DESCRIPTION:The curriculum provides assistance to those interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources available to access start-up capital\, technical assistance\, contracting opportunities\, and more. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n08:30 am – 4:00pm AKT\n09:30 am – 5:00pm PT\n10:30 am – 6:00pm MT \nFor questions\, please contact vboc@businessimpactnw.org
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/boots-to-business-virtual-reboot-course-9/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC)":MAILTO:vboc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T103000
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CREATED:20250128T195818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T185409Z
UID:10008741-1755680400-1755685800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Lender's Panel: Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for capital for your business? Do you have unanswered questions about loans\, lines of credit\, or which lending product is best for your business? Do you want to know how to qualify for a commercial loan? \nJoin us for a panel discussion where you can get answers straight from the experts! A panel of lending experts from local area lending organizations will answer your questions about what lenders are looking for in a loan package\, what questions you should bring to your banker\, and tips on accessing the funding you need to grow your business. \nPrevious sessions have included guest panelists from: \n\nBusiness Impact NW\nSeattle Credit Union\nKey Bank\nKiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n9:00 am – 10:30 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-lenders-panel-access-to-capital-17/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T133000
DTSTAMP:20250226T222301Z
CREATED:20250226T222301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T222301Z
UID:10008822-1755691200-1755696600@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself en Español (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Tu puerta de acceso al capital o asesoramiento empresarial a través de Business Impact NW. \nYa sea que seas nuevo en BIN\, estés comenzando\, necesites asesoramiento o estés listo para solicitar un préstamo\, este curso te presentará los programas y servicios que ofrecemos\, te dará la oportunidad de agendar reuniones con un asesor de negocios y te brindará información específica sobre nuestro proceso de préstamos según tu situación. \nTemas que cubriremos: \n\nLos pasos para iniciar un negocio.\nTipos de estructuras empresariales.\nInformación sobre cómo redactar un plan de negocios.\nCómo (y por qué) realizar una investigación de mercado.\nQué buscan los prestamistas al evaluar una solicitud de préstamo comercial.\nLa importancia de desarrollar una proyección de flujo de caja y cómo hacerlo.\n\nBusiness Impact NW atiende a clientes en tres zonas horarias. Asegúrate de revisar el horario correspondiente a tu ubicación: \n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm PT\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm AKT\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm MT \nSe proporcionarán ajustes razonables para personas con discapacidades si se solicitan con al menos dos semanas de anticipación. Para más información\, contáctanos en coaching@businessimpactnw.org o llama al (206) 324-4330.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-en-espanol-virtual-6/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T133000
DTSTAMP:20250220T001836Z
CREATED:20241029T173110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T001836Z
UID:10008470-1755777600-1755783000@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW. \nWhether you’re new to BIN\, just starting out\, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan\, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer\, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach\, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually. \n\nThe steps in starting a business.\nTypes of business organizations.\nInformation on writing a business plan.\nHow (and why) to do market research.\nWhat lenders look for when applying for a business loan.\nThe importance of developing a cash flow projection\, and how to do it.\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm PT\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm AKT\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-virtual-56/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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