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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Energy Efficiency in your Business
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nEnergy efficiency in your Business – Saving money increases revenue!\n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\nGeorge Litsey (Trade Ally Coordinator\, Small Business Offering Existing Buildings)\nJose Soto\n\nOur partner\, Energy Trust of Oregon\, has programs that can really help businesses’ bottom lines. If your business is in an existing building or you own your brick-and-mortar\, there are incentive programs to apply to your business. Also\, there is a FREE Lighting Program for small businesses. Here are some areas where the Energy Trust of Oregon Incentives could apply: Lodging & Food Service\, Grocery\, Computer\, HVAC and Water Heating\, Insulation\, Service Shops\, and Warehouses. \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\nThis session was recorded on 5.8.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-energy-efficiency-in-your-business/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Access to Capital & Services for ESG & Working Capital
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: \n\n\n\n\nAkilah Hicks\, Local Initiative Support Corp (LISC)\n\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. \nThis session was recorded on 4.10.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-access-to-capital-services-for-esg-working-capital/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nWhat does it mean for my business to be in compliance? Does my business need this?\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nAlba Johnston (OSHA)\n\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\nThis session was recorded on 3.27.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-compliance/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250220T215740Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Is Venture Capital Right For Your Business?
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nVenture capital can be great. But it’s not the right fit for all businesses\, all the time. Join Himalaya Rao and Rachel Wilson from The BFM Fund who will go over how investors look at businesses to determine fit for VC. We’ll go over the four-pillar strategy and the different types of capital that are appropriate for each stage and type of business during this session.\n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\nRachel Wilson\nHimalaya Rao\n\n\n \n\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\n\n\nThis session was recorded on 2.28.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-is-venture-capital-right-for-your-business/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250220T214354Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nBookkeeping: Understanding your businesses financial health for future decision making.\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nJocelyn Furbush\, Accounting Advisor (Livelihood NW)\n\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\nThis session was recorded on 2.14.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-bookkeeping/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Growing Your Business & Hiring Employees
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nWhen growing your business and you proceed to hire employees\, what are the next steps to keep you and the employee protected?\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nYolanda Sandoval (SAIF)\n\n \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. \nThis session was recorded on 1.24.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-growing-your-business-hiring-employees/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon MBDA Business Center (ORMBDA)":MAILTO:ormbda@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250319T181342Z
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SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Avoiding Fraud for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:An overview of trends and common scams with a focus of small businesses and consumers. \nThis presentation discusses common fraud schemes and scams employed by bad actors that typically target small businesses and consumers. The information will discuss common trends\, things to watch for\, ways to avoid and mitigate losses\, and what to do if you suspect you’ve been scammed\, as well as a brief discussing on emergent technology such as AI and how it has begun to change the landscape. \nAbout the Presenter – Tucker Kraght \n \nTucker Kraght is an Attorney licensed in the State of Washington and Oregon. He served as an Anti-Money Laundering Investigator with Umpqua Bank from 2021 to 2023 and was a personal banker and small business banker with Umpqua beginning in 2020. Prior to his time with Umpqua Bank he served with the Oregon Department of Justice Criminal Justice Division as a clerk assisting in organized crime\, racketeering\, and white collar crime investigations\, he was a Deputy District Attorney for Lane County\, Oregon\, and maintained his own private practice focusing on business incorporation\, contract drafting\, and litigation support. He also served as a pro bono attorney for the Lewis and Clark Law School Small Business Legal Clinic\, assisting small and minority businesses and entrepreneurs. \nThis session was recorded on 1/11/2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-avoiding-fraud-for-small-businesses-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand BES\, Online
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:Payroll Essentials for Farmers in WA State
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to start hiring employees now or in the near future and want to better understand payroll? In this presentation\, accountant Jocelyn Campbell covers the essentials around payroll for farmers in Washington state. Topics include new hire forms\, payroll requirements (e.g. sick leave\, overtime\, state and federal taxes)\, how to categorize employees\, and a brief overview of payroll systems. The links in the presentation will be available upon request after registration. Please contact fbrc@businessimpactnw.org for more information. \nThank you to the WA State Department of Agriculture who helped fund this presentation through their Specialty Crop Block Grant.  \n  \nAbout the presenter \nJocelyn grew up and raised her two kids in the woodsy suburbs of Seattle. Her passion for sustainability led her to spend 7 years in Montana helping to manage a 220-acre permaculture education site. As of mid-2020\, Jocelyn is joyfully back in the Seattle area\, growing her accounting business\, gardening\, and pushing farm-to-table food onto her friends and family. In her corporate days\, Jocelyn was the accounting manager for the builder of an urban village designed community. There\, she gained valuable experience with annual corporate audits\, non-profit accounting\, and learned that some corporations really do walk the talk of a triple bottom line. Now\, Jocelyn’s favorite businesspeople are the mom-and-pops\, family owners\, or solopreneurs – especially those with small farms and non-profits. Three years ago\, Emily (Jocelyn’s daughter)\, and one year ago\, Melinda\, (Jocelyn’s friend for decades – we won’t say how long!) joined the team that is Alchemilla Services LLC to provide bookkeeping and payroll services in addition to Jocelyn’s QuickBooks consulting.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/payroll-essentials-for-farmers-in-wa-state/
LOCATION:On-Demand Ecommerce\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250206T004318Z
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SUMMARY:Introducción al envío de tus productos de valor agregado
DESCRIPTION:Introducción al envío de tus productos de valor agregado \n¿Eres un productor que ha comenzado a fabricar productos de valor agregado o esperas comenzar en un futuro cercano? ¿Te preguntas cómo empezar a enviar estos productos para llegar a personas más allá de tu comunidad local? La oradora Holly Cooper de Seattle Elderberry presentará lo que ha aprendido al gestionar el cumplimiento de su propia marca\, y hablará sobre temas como el empaquetado\, el costo\, las herramientas tecnológicas más útiles y consejos para poner en marcha tu proyecto. También habrá tiempo para hacer preguntas. \nSobre la oradora: \n \nHolly Cooper es la fundadora de Seattle Elderberry\, un negocio basado en productos que opera directamente con los clientes. Durante sus cinco años de actividad\, Seattle Elderberry ha tenido varios modelos para gestionar la logística del negocio. Utilizaban copackers y servicios de envío de terceros antes de centralizar toda la producción y el envío en sus instalaciones hace aproximadamente dos años. Holly tiene una pasión por ayudar a otros pequeños negocios a navegar en el mundo del envío directo al consumidor. En un momento dado\, Seattle Elderberry también actuó como un servicio de envío de terceros para algunos otros negocios basados en productos en Seattle. \nAgradecemos al Departamento de Agricultura del estado de Washington quienes han ayudado a financiar esta presentación mediante su Specialty Crop Block Grant.  \nThank you to the WA State Department of Agriculture who helped fund this presentation through their Specialty Crop Block Grant.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/introduccion-al-envio-de-tus-productos-de-valor-agregado/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250206T004033Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Shipping your Value-Add Products
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower who has started producing value-add goods\, or is hoping to start in the near future? Are you wondering how to begin shipping these products to reach folks beyond your local community? Speaker Holly Cooper of Seattle Elderberry will present on what she has learned from doing fulfillment for her own brand\, and will touch on topics such as packaging\, cost\, helpful technological tools\, and tips for getting started. There will be some time for questions as well. \nAbout the Presenter: \n \nHolly Cooper is the founder of Seattle Elderberry\, a direct-to-customer\, product-based business. During their five years of business\, Seattle Elderberry has had many different models for running business logistics. They used copackers and 3rd party shipping services before bringing all production and shipping in-house about two years ago. Holly has a passion for helping other small businesses navigate the world of direct-to-consumer shipping. At one point\, Seattle Elderberry also acted as a 3rd party shipping service for a few other product-based businesses in Seattle! \nThank you to the WA State Department of Agriculture who helped fund this presentation through their Specialty Crop Block Grant.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/getting-started-with-shipping-your-value-add-products-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250319T181435Z
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SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Understanding Credit
DESCRIPTION:Managing and understanding credit is an important part of the financial management of your business. In this session you will learn about types of credit\, how it affects your business and how to keep it healthy. We will also cover credit scores\, credit reports\, building and keeping a good score and what to watch out for with credit repair companies. \nAbout the Presenter \n \nChristine Buckley is the Director of the Loan Readiness Center\, an AASBC Accredited Small Business Consultant\, and a NACCC Certified Credit Councilor. She had been a small business owner and an advisor and coach for over ten years with Women’s Business Centers and the Loan Readiness Center at Business Impact NW. \nThis session was recorded on 6/22/2023
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-understanding-credit-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand BES\, Online
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195545Z
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SUMMARY:Gig Economy 201 – Understanding Taxes and Bookkeeping as a Gig Economy Worker
DESCRIPTION:Gig Economy 201 – Understanding Taxes and Bookkeeping as a Gig Economy Worker \nIf you are a freelancer or gig economy worker\, you probably have questions about how to keep records and pay taxes. \nDid you know that you must report income earned from the gig economy on a tax return\, even if the income is: \n\nPart-time\, temporary\, or side work\,\nNot reported on an information return form (like a Form 1099-K\, 1099-MISC\, 1099-NEC\, W-2)\, or other income statement\, or\nPaid in any form\, including cash\, property\, goods\, or virtual currency?\n\nThis webinar will describe the importance of bookkeeping\, what to track\, what documents to keep\, and how to prepare for tax season\, for 1099 Contractors. \nAbout the Presenter: \n \nLily Tran – TaxUSign \nLily Tran is the Founder of TaxUSign\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA). She is also a Certified Tax Coach and NTPI Fellow. \nAs a Business Impact NW client\, you are eligible to receive a 50-minute one-on-one Tax & Bookkeeping session with Lily for a discounted fee of $40. Book your session here: https://calendly.com/tax-coach \nFunding provided by the Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) thanks to a grant made by the Washington State Department of Commerce. \nPlease make sure you are also registered to attend Gig Economy 101 – Understanding the Gig Economy on June 15th\, 2023 at 10am. Click here to Register.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/gig-economy-201-understanding-taxes-and-bookkeeping-as-a-gig-economy-worker-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195606Z
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SUMMARY:Gig Economy 101 – Understanding the Gig Economy
DESCRIPTION:Gig Economy 101 – Understanding the Gig Economy \nIf you’ve decided to capitalize on your side hustle and become a gig economy worker or freelancer\, or are thinking about it\, this webinar is for you. \nThe gig economy—also called sharing economy or access economy—is an activity where people earn income outside a regular 9 to 5 job or provides an additional income stream.  Often\, it’s through a digital platform like an app or website. \nGetting started as a gig worker can get a little more complicated than you might think because there are potentially licenses\, taxes\, and insurances you need to consider. \nGig Economy can include activities such as \n\nProperty rental\nRunning errands or completing tasks\nDriver with Uber\, Lyft\, or a similar service\nRenting equipment\nProviding creative or professional services\nProviding other temporary\, on-demand or freelance work\n\nThis webinar is designed to give an overview of factors Gig Economy workers should consider – among those considerations are financial\, tax\, legal and insurance. \nFunding provided by the Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) thanks to a grant made by the Washington State Department of Commerce. \nPlease make sure you are also registered to attend Gig Economy 201 – Understanding Taxes and Bookkeeping as a Gig Economy Worker \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact vboc@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/gig-economy-101-understanding-the-gig-economy-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195718Z
CREATED:20230523T210414Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Loan Funds
DESCRIPTION:LRC Business Financial Literacy Webinar \nCongratulations on receiving a small business loan! In this webinar\, you will learn about: \n\nWhy You Need to Manage Loan Funds\nWhat to Expect After Approval\nAccounting Procedures\nSet up Processes\nCommunicating with Your Lender\nLoan Readiness Center Free Services for Small Businesses
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/managing-loan-funds/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T205404Z
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SUMMARY:Farmers Talk Online CSA Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a moderated panel of four farmers discussing their experience and advice around managing their CSA programs online. Featured panelists include: \n\n Collins Family Orchards\,\nHelsing Junction Farms\,\nCasaCano Farms\,\nSnowgrass Farm.\n\nWe’ll talk about what technological tools they’re using\, why they use them\, and pros/con in their current systems. We’ll also discuss elements of their CSA programs that make them unique. We encourage other growers who run CSA programs (or are considering starting one) to attend\, ask questions\, and add to the conversation. \nThank you to the WA State Department of Agriculture who helped fund this presentation through their Specialty Crop Block Grant. \nThis session was recorded on May 16\, 2023
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/farmers-talk-online-csa-management-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand Food\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T194807Z
CREATED:20230515T192516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T194807Z
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SUMMARY:How to Fill Out a Cash Flow Projections Workbook
DESCRIPTION:Instructional video on how to fill out an Excel cash flow projections workbook.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-fill-out-a-cash-flow-projections-workbook/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250325T175737Z
CREATED:20230308T221751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T175737Z
UID:10007196-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Panel Virtual de Expertos: Acceso a Prestamos Comerciales
DESCRIPTION:¿Está buscando capital para su negocio? ¿Tiene preguntas acerca de préstamos\, líneas de crédito\, o cuál préstamo es el mejor para su negocio? ¿Quiere saber cómo calificar para un préstamo comercial/empresarial? Acompáñenos en este panel de discusión en donde puede obtener las respuestas directamente de los expertos. \nUn panel de expertos\, representantes de diferentes instituciones financieras\, responderán preguntas acerca de que es lo que se requiere en el paquete de aplicación para un préstamo\, que preguntas debe preguntar a su representante bancario y consejos para acceder los fondos que usted necesita para hacer crecer su negocio. \n  \nEsta sesión fue grabada el día 19 de Marzo de 2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/panel-de-prestamistas-virtual-acceso-a-prestamos-comerciales-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250225T183814Z
CREATED:20230203T155551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T183814Z
UID:10007173-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Ask a Farmers Market Manager
DESCRIPTION:It’s farmers market application season! Here is your chance to hear directly from a market manager about the decision-making process for admitting new vendors\, and what it takes to put together a compelling and successful application. We’ll be joined by Ben Chandler from the Seattle Farmers Market Association\, who will talk through the application process and then answer questions. \nAbout the Presenter: \nBen Chandler has been managing markets with SFMA (Seattle Farmers Markets Association) since 2009. During this time he has worked to connect farmers\, artisans\, and many other creative enterprises with equally creative customers and communities in Madrona\, Wallingford\, and Ballard. \nThis session was recorded on 2.3.2023
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-ask-a-farmers-market-manager-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195347Z
CREATED:20221130T223355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T195347Z
UID:10006600-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels
DESCRIPTION:How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels is an on-demand resource for farmers exploring the varied avenues you can use to get your agricultural offerings into customers’ hands. Learn about retail and wholesale opportunities and delve into the questions to ask when determining how to craft a business model that fits gracefully with your farm\, and with your unique needs and skills. \nFor starting farmers\, and farmers looking to diversify or tinker with their business models. How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels surveys the perks and challenges that come with selling direct to consumers through farmers markets\, farmstands\, and CSA programs\, and selling wholesale through food hubs\, distributors\, institutional channels\, and direct delivery to retailers. Each sales channel is available as a dedicated module so you can pick and choose or watch the whole way through. \nThe course also provides guidance about how to develop a strong farm business model\, focusing on diversifying revenue streams\, making the most of your resources\, and tailoring your work to the aspects of farming that you most enjoy. 90 minutes of content\, along with insider tips and resource guides.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-sell-an-overview-of-sales-channels/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T205747Z
CREATED:20221017T180723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T205747Z
UID:10006510-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:WA State Labor Standards: Workers’ Compensation
DESCRIPTION:This is an on-demand\, self-paced course. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of the Department Labor & Industries workers’ compensation requirements for Washington state employers. \nThis course includes information about the workplace poster requirements\, how worker’s compensation rates are determined\, how to increase workplace safety\, and additional resources and guidance to stay help you stay compliant.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/wa-state-labor-standards-workers-compensation-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T210507Z
CREATED:20221017T180449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T210507Z
UID:10006509-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:WA State Labor Standards: Workers’ Rights
DESCRIPTION:This is an on-demand\, self-paced course \nThis webinar will provide an overview of workers’ rights by the Department Labor & Industries for WA state employers. \nThis course includes information about the workplace poster requirements\, minimum wage requirements\, meal and rest periods\, paid leave\, and other rights for employees. Resources and further guidance to stay compliant with WA state labor laws are also provided.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/wa-state-labor-standards-workers-rights-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T210532Z
CREATED:20221014T203113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T210532Z
UID:10006507-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Water Cooler Session 1: Farm Bookkeeping Basics – Setting up Your Chart of Accounts
DESCRIPTION:As a follow up to our recent “Farm Bookkeeping Basics” Business Expert Session with Jocelyn Campbell\, we are happy to have her back for 2 Water Cooler Sessions. Each of these sessions will have a general topic with a brief demonstration by Jocelyn\, but also act as an open forum for further questions and discussion\, much like a “water cooler” conversation. This event is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nThis session will cover general bookkeeping topics\, as well as how to set up your Chart of Accounts. We will have plenty of time for follow up discussions\, so bring your questions! \nAbout the presenter: Jocelyn Campbell has accumulated 30 years of professional bookkeeping experience\, ranging from her family’s small business to corporate account management. Since 2008 Jocelyn has worked to support family-owned and solopreneur sized businesses of all types\, with a special interest in farms and non-profits. Together with her daughter Emily\, they offer expanded bookkeeping\, payroll\, and payroll tax services\, in addition to Jocelyn’s QuickBooks and accounting consulting. Jocelyn’s services and expertise have been in high demand throughout the local farming community of the Puget Sound \n  \nThis session was recorded on 12/8/2021
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/water-cooler-session-1-farm-bookkeeping-basics-setting-up-your-chart-of-accounts-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand BES\, Online
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T194910Z
CREATED:20221011T175046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T194910Z
UID:10006504-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:How to Fill Out a Personal Financial Statement
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for borrowers who have been asked by their Business Impact NW loan officer (or other lender) to fill out a Personal Financial Statement. This webinar goes step by step through the SBA 413 Form and explains what information you need to provide and where to put it on the form.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-fill-out-a-personal-financial-statement/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195012Z
CREATED:20221011T174832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T195012Z
UID:10006503-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:How to Manage Business Debt
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn about the different types of debt\, debt and financial management\, budgeting and managing expenses\, ways to improve cash flow and loan fund management. \n\nThis webinar is great for small business owners wanting to know more about what debt is and how to best use it\, as well as for businesses wanting to best manage their current loans and finances.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-manage-business-debt/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250716T213108Z
CREATED:20221007T205153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T213108Z
UID:10006502-1830211200-1830297599@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. \nPanelists:  \n\nBECU\nExpress Credit Union\nKey Bank\nBusiness Impact NW\n\nThis webinar was recorded 7/16/2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-lenders-panel-access-to-capital-9/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195042Z
CREATED:20220712T183153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T195042Z
UID:10006470-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Cursillo de Certificación del Centro de Preparación de Préstamos
DESCRIPTION:Bienvenido al curso de Certificación del Centro de Preparación de Préstamos (Loan Readiness Center). Este curso es un requisito para el Préstamo de impacto (Impact Loan) de Business Impact Northwest\, además de asistir un curso de aceleración o de negocios aprobado. \nContenido del curso: \nMódulo I: Conocimientos Financieros – Uso de estados financieros para tomar decisiones estratégicas \n\nParte I: Estados Financieros y Flujo de Efectivo\nParte II: Análisis Financiero\n\nMódulo II: Acceso a Financiamiento – Comprensión del financiamiento comercial \n\nParte I: Empresas y Deudas\nParte II: Obtención de un Préstamo\n\nMódulo III: Gestión Financiera \n\nParte I: Prácticas de gestión\nParte II: Gestión de fondos de préstamos
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/cursillo-de-certificacion-del-centro-de-preparacion-de-prestamos/
LOCATION:On-Demand En Espanol\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195144Z
CREATED:20220712T182658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T195144Z
UID:10006469-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Loan Readiness Certification
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Loan Readiness Center Certification Course. This course is a requirement for the BINW Impact Loan in addition to the prospective borrower attending an approved accelerator or business course. \nThe Course Content: \nModule I\nFinancial Literacy – Using Financial Statements to Make Strategic Decisions\nPart I – Financial Statements and Cash Flow\nPart II – Financial Analysis \nModule II\nAccess to Funding – Understanding Commercial Funding\nPart I – Businesses and Debt\nPart II– Getting a Loan \nModule III\nFinancial Management\nPart I – Management Practices\nPart II – Managing Loan Funds
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/loan-readiness-certification/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250204T235418Z
CREATED:20211215T235325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T235418Z
UID:10006283-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Farm-to-Food Assistance: Intro to Community-Centered Wholesaling
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the expansion of funded “farm to community” programs\, the emergency food system of food pantries\, meals programs\, and other food assistance providers has developed as a viable market channel within WA’s broader food system\, providing farmers with a flexible avenue for business growth and food waste reduction\, on top of community connections. Led by Seattle-based nonprofit Harvest Against Hunger\, this two-part learning series is for small-scale farmers who are new to wholesaling and would like an introduction to wholesaling through contracting with food assistance organizations. \nSessions will cover basic information about these organizations and what farmers should think about when developing a new purchasing relationship\, including general operation strategies of emergency food systems\, networking\, pricing\, and contracting. Through interactive discussions\, we will also explore other ways farms can support food assistance programs while also maintaining a steady income stream\, and discuss challenges encountered in the food assistance system. \nThis presentation and discussion will be led by Maddie Price\, Farm to Community Program Manager for Harvest Against Hunger and Ellis Fahsholtz\, Farm to Community VISTA. Harvest Against Hunger is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission “to help feed hungry people with surplus nutritious produce”. They work to connect farmers\, transportation providers and food banks\, develop and share innovative hunger relief solutions\, and engage the public in hunger relief. \n  \nThis 2-part webinar was recorded 12/7/2021 and 12/14/2021
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/farm-to-food-assistance-intro-to-community-centered-wholesaling-3/
LOCATION:On-Demand Food\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T210435Z
CREATED:20210812T205719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T210435Z
UID:10006116-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Washington Food & Farm Finder: Finding Growers\, Producers & Getting Yours Listed
DESCRIPTION:Are you a food or farm business looking for local growers\, producers\, markets\, or restaurants in Washington State or are you a local food/farm business looking to get listed? Then\, join us! \nWe will be providing an overview of how to use the Washington Food and Farm Finder to locate the resources you need plus\, a demonstration on how to get your business listed. There will be time for open Question and Answer (Q&A) after the presentation. \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \nAn established communicator and narrative storyteller\, Sheryl Wiser is recognized as a builder of strategic partnerships with career experience in the non-profit\, corporate\, civic and media sectors. She is a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture and consumer education promoting local food and farms. \nShe is currently the Director of Outreach at Tilth Alliance\, and lead staff for the Eat Local First Collaborative a multi-partnership collaboration between food system organizations around the state.  \nThis session was recorded on 8/12/2021
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-washington-food-farm-finder-finding-growers-and-producers/
LOCATION:On-Demand Food\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250207T192214Z
CREATED:20210617T225616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T192214Z
UID:10006107-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:WA State Labor Standards: Workers’ Compensation
DESCRIPTION:This is an on-demand\, self-paced course. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of the Department Labor & Industries workers’ compensation requirements for WA state employers. \nThis course includes information about the workplace poster requirements\, how worker’s compensation rates are determined\, how to increase workplace safety\, and additional resources and guidance to stay help you stay compliant.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/wa-state-labor-standards-workers-compensation/
LOCATION:On-Demand WA Rules\, 1437 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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