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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-07-09/
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SUMMARY:Small Business Marketing and Strategy Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Growing your small business with a community-centric marketing strategy \nAre you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client ready to implement a practical marketing strategy tailored to your business? \nYour $40 payment earns you 3 virtual coaching sessions with Small Business Marketing Consultant Tad Richardson\, co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (a $450 value). With individualized coaching sessions and access to AMC’s exclusive “5 C’s” Small Business Marketing Framework\, you will walk away with a roadmap to develop and execute a manageable marketing plan that will drive measurable growth for your small business through the power of community. \nWhat you can expect from each 60-minute session: \nSession 1: Learn what makes the biggest brands successful and how you can achieve great results for your small business without the benefit of a big budget! \nAfter a brief intake to understand your business and goals\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of brand-building that will set the stage for creating your own successful marketing strategy. \nSession 2: Begin review of the Abundant Marketing Collective “5 C’s” marketing framework\, covering topics of: \n\nClarity of your Brand Identity and Audience\n\nVisual Branding\nMessaging\n*Homework – Messaging and Positioning Framework\n\n\n\n\nChannels (Where you sell)\n\nWebsite review and best practices\nSocial Media review and strategies\nEvent-based (in-person) strategies\n\n\n\n\nCommunity engagement strategy\n\nIdentify strategic partnership opportunities\nBuild your own advocate network\nHomework – Social Media Audience “Tune-up”\n\n\n\nSession 3: Review of Session 2 material and homework\, followed by remaining “5 C’s” material: \n\nContent Marketing\n\nUsing your platform to engage\, educate\, entertain\, and inform your audience\nBest Practices and Resources for content creation\nBenefit of engaging with 3rd party content\n\n\n\n\nCalendar\n\nCreating a manageable and effective marketing schedule\nReview of scheduling platforms\n\n\n\nCompletion of all 3 Sessions earns you one additional pro-bono session with Tad. \nUpon registration and payment\, you will receive a direct link to Tad’s calendar to schedule a session at your convenience.  \nAbout Tad: \nTad Richardson (he/him) is a digital advertising pioneer and marketing executive\, and among the first innovators of behavioral targeting and value-based marketing strategies for some of the most premier publishers and advertisers in the world.  Tad is an advocate of “business for good” and a firm believer that “marketing for good” must go hand-in-hand. Applying his unique experience in enterprise marketing\, small-business\, community-building and fundraising\, Tad has created proven community-based marketing and revenue-generating platforms for notable non-profits such as Meals on Wheels\, and several stakeholders of the former Negro Baseball Leagues\, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum\, the Josh Gibson Foundation and the Buck Leonard Association. \nTad is a native of the Puget Sound and a lifetime resident of Washington state. He’s the co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (an underground team of marketing superheroes)\, a member of the Seattle Made makers community and a small business marketing consultant with Business Impact Northwest.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/small-business-marketing-and-strategy-coaching-6/2025-07-11/
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SUMMARY:Women of Excellence Educational Networking Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive networking and educational event designed to uplift and support women in business. In partnership with Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) and the Idaho Women’s Business Center (IWBC)\, this event will provide meaningful connections and valuable insights from expert guest speakers. \n \n  \n📅 Date: Thursday\, July 24th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM\n📍 Location: Northwest Nazarene University Thomas Science Center 603 E Dewey\, Room 138 Nampa\, ID 83646\n🏦 Sponsored by: CapEd Credit Union (Lunch Provided)\n🎤 Guest Speakers: Derrick Lawter – Director of Marketing with WebMarkets & Lauren Schaack – Director of Totally Boise teaching on Mastering Meta Ads & Metrics. \nMeta Ads aren’t just for big brands and bloated budgets—they’re a powerful engine for small businesses ready to play bigger. In this bold and practical session\, Derrick Lawter of WebMarkets and Lauren Schaack of Totally Boise pulls back the curtain on what actually works in today’s Meta ecosystem. Whether you’ve never boosted a post or you’re tired of “meh” results\, this is your blueprint for building ad campaigns that perform\, scale\, and drive real ROI. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nThe types every small business should be running—and why\nHow to structure your Meta funnel like a growth agency\nCommon traps that waste money and how to dodge them\nBudget-friendly targeting strategies that convert clicks into clients\nBasic metrics and how to evaluate performance\n\nThis isn’t fluff. It’s a tactical\, no-nonsense walkthrough designed to give ambitious business owners the clarity and confidence to make Meta Ads their most profitable channel. Walk in curious. Walk out ready to scale! \n✨ Secure Your Spot! ✨ Registration is required: https://airtable.com/appX8AzeMeEx8s0WP/shrvvNoeT9tID3fE0
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/women-of-excellence-educational-networking-meet-up/
LOCATION:Northwest Nazarene University\, 603 E Dewey\, Nampa\, Idaho\, 83646
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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SUMMARY:Small Business Marketing and Strategy Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Growing your small business with a community-centric marketing strategy \nAre you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client ready to implement a practical marketing strategy tailored to your business? \nYour $40 payment earns you 3 virtual coaching sessions with Small Business Marketing Consultant Tad Richardson\, co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (a $450 value). With individualized coaching sessions and access to AMC’s exclusive “5 C’s” Small Business Marketing Framework\, you will walk away with a roadmap to develop and execute a manageable marketing plan that will drive measurable growth for your small business through the power of community. \nWhat you can expect from each 60-minute session: \nSession 1: Learn what makes the biggest brands successful and how you can achieve great results for your small business without the benefit of a big budget! \nAfter a brief intake to understand your business and goals\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of brand-building that will set the stage for creating your own successful marketing strategy. \nSession 2: Begin review of the Abundant Marketing Collective “5 C’s” marketing framework\, covering topics of: \n\nClarity of your Brand Identity and Audience\n\nVisual Branding\nMessaging\n*Homework – Messaging and Positioning Framework\n\n\n\n\nChannels (Where you sell)\n\nWebsite review and best practices\nSocial Media review and strategies\nEvent-based (in-person) strategies\n\n\n\n\nCommunity engagement strategy\n\nIdentify strategic partnership opportunities\nBuild your own advocate network\nHomework – Social Media Audience “Tune-up”\n\n\n\nSession 3: Review of Session 2 material and homework\, followed by remaining “5 C’s” material: \n\nContent Marketing\n\nUsing your platform to engage\, educate\, entertain\, and inform your audience\nBest Practices and Resources for content creation\nBenefit of engaging with 3rd party content\n\n\n\n\nCalendar\n\nCreating a manageable and effective marketing schedule\nReview of scheduling platforms\n\n\n\nCompletion of all 3 Sessions earns you one additional pro-bono session with Tad. \nUpon registration and payment\, you will receive a direct link to Tad’s calendar to schedule a session at your convenience.  \nAbout Tad: \nTad Richardson (he/him) is a digital advertising pioneer and marketing executive\, and among the first innovators of behavioral targeting and value-based marketing strategies for some of the most premier publishers and advertisers in the world.  Tad is an advocate of “business for good” and a firm believer that “marketing for good” must go hand-in-hand. Applying his unique experience in enterprise marketing\, small-business\, community-building and fundraising\, Tad has created proven community-based marketing and revenue-generating platforms for notable non-profits such as Meals on Wheels\, and several stakeholders of the former Negro Baseball Leagues\, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum\, the Josh Gibson Foundation and the Buck Leonard Association. \nTad is a native of the Puget Sound and a lifetime resident of Washington state. He’s the co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (an underground team of marketing superheroes)\, a member of the Seattle Made makers community and a small business marketing consultant with Business Impact Northwest.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/small-business-marketing-and-strategy-coaching-6/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:One-on-one
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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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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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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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T180000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
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SUMMARY:Small Business Marketing and Strategy Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Growing your small business with a community-centric marketing strategy \nAre you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client ready to implement a practical marketing strategy tailored to your business? \nYour $40 payment earns you 3 virtual coaching sessions with Small Business Marketing Consultant Tad Richardson\, co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (a $450 value). With individualized coaching sessions and access to AMC’s exclusive “5 C’s” Small Business Marketing Framework\, you will walk away with a roadmap to develop and execute a manageable marketing plan that will drive measurable growth for your small business through the power of community. \nWhat you can expect from each 60-minute session: \nSession 1: Learn what makes the biggest brands successful and how you can achieve great results for your small business without the benefit of a big budget! \nAfter a brief intake to understand your business and goals\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of brand-building that will set the stage for creating your own successful marketing strategy. \nSession 2: Begin review of the Abundant Marketing Collective “5 C’s” marketing framework\, covering topics of: \n\nClarity of your Brand Identity and Audience\n\nVisual Branding\nMessaging\n*Homework – Messaging and Positioning Framework\n\n\n\n\nChannels (Where you sell)\n\nWebsite review and best practices\nSocial Media review and strategies\nEvent-based (in-person) strategies\n\n\n\n\nCommunity engagement strategy\n\nIdentify strategic partnership opportunities\nBuild your own advocate network\nHomework – Social Media Audience “Tune-up”\n\n\n\nSession 3: Review of Session 2 material and homework\, followed by remaining “5 C’s” material: \n\nContent Marketing\n\nUsing your platform to engage\, educate\, entertain\, and inform your audience\nBest Practices and Resources for content creation\nBenefit of engaging with 3rd party content\n\n\n\n\nCalendar\n\nCreating a manageable and effective marketing schedule\nReview of scheduling platforms\n\n\n\nCompletion of all 3 Sessions earns you one additional pro-bono session with Tad. \nUpon registration and payment\, you will receive a direct link to Tad’s calendar to schedule a session at your convenience.  \nAbout Tad: \nTad Richardson (he/him) is a digital advertising pioneer and marketing executive\, and among the first innovators of behavioral targeting and value-based marketing strategies for some of the most premier publishers and advertisers in the world.  Tad is an advocate of “business for good” and a firm believer that “marketing for good” must go hand-in-hand. Applying his unique experience in enterprise marketing\, small-business\, community-building and fundraising\, Tad has created proven community-based marketing and revenue-generating platforms for notable non-profits such as Meals on Wheels\, and several stakeholders of the former Negro Baseball Leagues\, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum\, the Josh Gibson Foundation and the Buck Leonard Association. \nTad is a native of the Puget Sound and a lifetime resident of Washington state. He’s the co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (an underground team of marketing superheroes)\, a member of the Seattle Made makers community and a small business marketing consultant with Business Impact Northwest.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/small-business-marketing-and-strategy-coaching-6/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:One-on-one
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20250903T152129Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T152129Z
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SUMMARY:Grow and Thrive (Fall 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Grow & Thrive is a structured mentor program with expert guidance & advice\, perfect for any business owner who wants to take their business to the next level.  Participants create a strategy for growth by charting a path to future success with 3–5-year objectives working with their current financial statements\, operating manuals\, marketing materials\, etc. You will also identify issues and improve your business model and evaluate current operations to determine your path for growth. The course will conclude with pitch presentations\, presented before a panel of business professionals. \nThis course is designed for business owners who have been in business at least a year and are averaging over $25\,000 in annual sales or have completed the Launch & Grow program. Through seven\, 3-hour sessions held over a 12-week period\, business owners work with subject-area experts to design a plan to strategically grow their business. Additionally\, they are paired with mentors and business coaches for further guidance and support. Grow & Thrive is an opportunity to share\, learn\, and network with other successful business owners in a small cohort setting. \nThis opportunity is designed to be an immersive program and is a paid course. Class fee is $299 for the course including materials. \nEach participant can expect to budget 9-12 hours per session to ensure success in this class—this includes 2.5 hours of class time and 7-9 hours of “pre- & post- session work” outside of class. Sessions 1-6 meeting every 2 weeks. \nGrow & Thrive Sessions: \n\nOrientation (Sep 16)\nSession One (Sep 24): Know Your Business: Strategic Assessment and Setting Goals*\nSession Two (Oct 7): Marketing & Sales\nSession Three (Oct 21): Financial Management\nSession Four (Nov 4): Resource Management: Operations\nSession Five (Nov 18): Resource Management: Human Resources\nSession Six (Dec 2): Pitch\n\n*Note: Session One is on a Wednesday. The rest of the classes are on Tuesdays. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n10:00 am – 1:00 pm PT\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm AKT\n11:00 am – 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/grow-and-thrive-fall-2025/
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:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T180000
DTSTAMP:20250222T001505Z
CREATED:20241217T190954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T001505Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T143000
DTSTAMP:20250702T183715Z
CREATED:20241122T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T183715Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Mastering the RFP/RFQ Lifecycle for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Mastering the RFP/RFQ Lifecycle for Small Businesses \nDescription: Managing proposals shouldn’t feel like a never-ending juggling act. This presentation breaks down the complexities of the RFP/RFQ process into actionable steps. Discover how to streamline your operations\, build meaningful relationships\, and set up systems that make winning contracts less overwhelming and more achievable. Leave with a practical starter plan—and a reason to partner with Exit Bliss for even greater results! \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-10-2025/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T180000
DTSTAMP:20250222T001505Z
CREATED:20241217T190954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T001505Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support? \nYour $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value). \nTypes of coaching provided:   \nBookkeeping \n\nProvide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients\nProvide valuable information of available accounting software\nMeet with clients to set-up\, review\, and maintain bookkeeping systems\n\nTax Coaching \n\nUse one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans\nProvide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not\nProvide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important\nAssist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nProvide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services\, tax preparation\, and basic bookkeeping\nProvide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nTax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW\, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/ \nIf you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client\, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation. \nOnce you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed\, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nAbout Lily: \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-33/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T100000
DTSTAMP:20250207T190754Z
CREATED:20241216T214235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T190754Z
UID:10008697-1761037200-1761040800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Grow With a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are in the idea phase or a growth phase in your business\, we invite you to attend our quarterly Grow with a Pro panel. During the panel we will hear from Financial\, Commercial Insurance\, Tax\, and Legal Professionals\, who will chat about their area of expertise as it relates to current times. We will have an opportunity for a few of your non-confidential questions to get some answers. We’ll even be offering you opportunities to connect with other business owners!\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n9:00 am – 10:00 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:00 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:00 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/grow-with-a-pro-october-2025/
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/Boise:20251023T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251023T143000
DTSTAMP:20250929T211726Z
CREATED:20250908T194116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T211726Z
UID:10008922-1761222600-1761229800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Women of Excellence Educational Networking Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive networking and educational event designed to uplift and support women in business. In partnership with Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) and the Idaho Women’s Business Center (IWBC)\, this event will provide meaningful connections and valuable insights from an expert guest speaker. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM MST\n📍 Location: Northwest Nazarene University\, Helstrom Business Center\, Room #122\, Nampa\, ID 83646\n🏦 Sponsored by: Zions Bank (Lunch Provided)\n🤝 Co-Hosted by: Northwest Nazarene University\n🎤 Guest Speaker: : Dave Huffman – Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer at Fifth Hammer \nTopic: Simplify Growth: The Clear Path to Scaling Your Business\nMost business owners overcomplicate growth—chasing too many tactics and strategies at once. In this session\, Dave Huffman reveals a simple formula that cuts through the noise and highlights the three levers that truly drive revenue. Drawing on his experience generating over $500M in consumer sales and leading brands to nine-figure exits\, Dave will show you how simplifying your approach creates sharper focus\, smarter decisions\, clearer priorities\, and faster growth. \nAbout the Speaker: Dave Huffman\, Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer at Fifth Hammer\nDave is known for perfecting the fundamentals of business growth by blending simplicity\, creativity\, and analytics. His approach consistently drives customer acquisition\, increases order value\, and boosts buyer frequency—scaling brands from early-stage startups to multiple nine-figure successes. In 2023\, he contributed to the $200M acquisition of Microbe Formulas. \nWith 22 years of diverse experience—spanning clinical psychology\, touring as a professional musician\, DTC eCommerce\, healthcare\, education\, and digital products—Dave is one of the rare CMO/CROs who has performed nearly every role within a marketing department. Currently\, Dave and his partners at Fifth Hammer are pursuing $1B in consumer health supplement exits. He has already driven over $500M in multi-channel supplement sales and is focused on growing supplement brands from $1M–$50M in revenue\, leading them to exits in the $200M–$600M range. \n✨ Secure Your Spot! ✨ Registration is required (free to attend\, includes lunch): https://airtable.com/appX8AzeMeEx8s0WP/shrSYWNp5mRHLkUM2
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/women-of-excellence-educational-networking-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:Northwest Nazarene University\, 603 E Dewey\, Nampa\, Idaho\, 83646
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251217T110000
DTSTAMP:20251202T222636Z
CREATED:20251202T203404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T222636Z
UID:10009218-1765962000-1765969200@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Numbers: Business Financial Readiness Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Numbers: Business Financial Readiness Made Simple. \n· Revenue Growth & Funding Opportunities: Explore new avenues for growing your business revenue and securing funding.\n· Financial Projections & Profit and Loss Statement: Gain practical knowledge on how to create and manage these essential financial documents.\n· Business Financial Essentials: Master the basics and understand the core principles of business finances. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\nAre you ready to take control of your business finances? Join us for a session designed specifically for small business owners ready to simplify their financial management and build a stronger foundation for success. \nWhat You’ll Gain:\n· Gain practical skills and knowledge to effectively manage your business finances and tackle challenges.\n· Access ongoing guidance from facilitators and a professional network post-session. \nWhether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your financial strategies\, this course serves as your roadmap to success. Space is limited\, so make sure to reserve your spot today! Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and take the first step toward mastering your business finances with clarity and confidence. \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
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/navigating-numbers-business-financial-readiness-made-simple-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T180000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200459Z
CREATED:20251212T193459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200459Z
UID:10009244-1767718800-1767722400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for general tax or bookkeeping support? \nJoin Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign for a group tax & bookkeeping coaching session. \nThese one-hour virtual group sessions will allow up to 20 small businesses to benefit from general discussion\, Q+A and guidance on bookkeeping and tax topics\, such as: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping support and valuable information about available accounting software\nWhich business expenses are deductible or not\nTax season guidance and why record-keeping is important\nPreparing to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nResources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nThese sessions are limited to 20 attendees\, so reserve your spot today! \nOnce registered you will also be offered the opportunity to submit your own non-confidential questions in advance to discuss during the session. \n \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n5:00 pm – 6:00 pm PT\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm AKT\n6:00 pm – 7:00 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/virtual-group-tax-bookkeeping-coaching/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T110000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200553Z
CREATED:20251212T194029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200553Z
UID:10009245-1767780000-1767783600@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for general tax or bookkeeping support? \nJoin Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign for a group tax & bookkeeping coaching session. \nThese one-hour virtual group sessions will allow up to 20 small businesses to benefit from general discussion\, Q+A and guidance on bookkeeping and tax topics\, such as: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping support and valuable information about available accounting software\nWhich business expenses are deductible or not\nTax season guidance and why record-keeping is important\nPreparing to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nResources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nThese sessions are limited to 20 attendees\, so reserve your spot today! \nOnce registered you will also be offered the opportunity to submit your own non-confidential questions in advance to discuss during the session. \n \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n10:00 am – 11:00 am PT\n9:00 am – 10:00 am AKT\n11:00 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/virtual-group-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T183000
DTSTAMP:20251020T232629Z
CREATED:20250909T181932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T232629Z
UID:10008923-1767891600-1767897000@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260122T011805Z
CREATED:20260122T011805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011805Z
UID:10009403-1768496400-1768501800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20260122T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260122T103000
DTSTAMP:20251219T230342Z
CREATED:20251210T222433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T230342Z
UID:10009243-1769070600-1769077800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Women of Excellence Educational Networking Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new year with a powerful LinkedIn training designed specifically for women in business. Join Paige Wiscombe\, Idaho Women’s Business Center Director at Business Impact NW\, and Susan Beard\, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Northwest Nazarene University\, for an engaging\, practical workshop on elevating your LinkedIn presence to attract opportunities\, strengthen your brand\, and build meaningful professional relationships. \nWhether you’re looking to grow your business\, strengthen your leadership presence\, or make LinkedIn feel less overwhelming and more strategic\, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to show up intentionally online. \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With: \n\nHow To’s for a high-impact LinkedIn profile including info on how to optimize your headshot\, banner\, headline\, About section\, and skills so your profile reflects your expertise and attracts the right audience.\nA clear framework for using LinkedIn as a business growth tool\nUnderstand how to leverage consistency\, content\, and engagement to build trust and visibility—not just connections.\nLearn step-by-step how to use LinkedIn search filters to find ideal partners\, clients\, and collaborators—and connect authentically without spamming.\nTools & templates to strengthen your online presence\n\nThis Women of Excellence session is perfect for entrepreneurs\, leaders\, executives\, and anyone wanting their LinkedIn presence to truly work for them in 2026. \nCome ready to learn\, connect\, and elevate your digital influence. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, January 22nd\, 2026\n⏰ Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am MST\n📍 Location: Northwest Nazarene University\, Thomas Science Building\, Jackson Room #138\, 603 E Dewey Ave\, Nampa\, ID 83646\n✨ Secure Your Spot! ✨ Registration is required (free to attend\, Breakfast & Coffee will be served): https://airtable.com/appX8AzeMeEx8s0WP/shrOIaz9GP9Yn9iaV \nAbout the Speakers:  \nSusan Beard\, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Northwest Nazarene University\nSusan Beard is the Director of Partnerships & Business Development through the Center for Professional Development at Northwest Nazarene University. The Center for Professional Development offers both team and online training specifically geared toward the business community. In addition\, Susan is working closely with NNU’s new 92 credit Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Susan is an active member of the community participating in women’s networking\, Chambers of Commerce\, and local non-profits.  She thrives when she helps others connect! \nPaige Wiscombe\, Idaho Women’s Business Center Director at Business Impact NW\nPaige Wiscombe is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business ownership\, event and marketing management\, and program coordination. As the former Project Coordinator at the Idaho APEX Accelerator and the Events and Marketing Director at Idaho Connect\, she built organizational brands and successfully managed grants and large-scale events. Now serving as the State Director of the Idaho Women’s Business Center\, Paige specializes in helping startups and small businesses with strategic planning\, financials\, and navigating business transactions\, while also advocating for community building and inclusivity through her nonprofit work with organizations like the Culture for Change Foundation and Gr8ter. Paige is an Idaho native and holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Boise State University.  In her free time\, she enjoys traveling\, staying active\, and exploring the outdoors with her family and two dogs.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/women-of-excellence-educational-networking-meet-up-3/
LOCATION:Northwest Nazarene University\, 603 E Dewey\, Nampa\, Idaho\, 83646
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260122T011826Z
CREATED:20260122T011826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011826Z
UID:10009404-1769101200-1769106600@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260122T011848Z
CREATED:20260122T011848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011848Z
UID:10009405-1769706000-1769711400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T180000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200608Z
CREATED:20251212T195650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200608Z
UID:10009246-1770138000-1770141600@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for general tax or bookkeeping support? \nJoin Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign for a group tax & bookkeeping coaching session. \nThese one-hour virtual group sessions will allow up to 20 small businesses to benefit from general discussion\, Q+A and guidance on bookkeeping and tax topics\, such as: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping support and valuable information about available accounting software\nWhich business expenses are deductible or not\nTax season guidance and why record-keeping is important\nPreparing to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nResources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nThese sessions are limited to 20 attendees\, so reserve your spot today! \nOnce registered you will also be offered the opportunity to submit your own non-confidential questions in advance to discuss during the session. \n \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n5:00 pm – 6:00 pm PT\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm AKT\n6:00 pm – 7:00 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/virtual-group-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T110000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200625Z
CREATED:20251212T195819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200625Z
UID:10009247-1770199200-1770202800@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Group Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for general tax or bookkeeping support? \nJoin Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign for a group tax & bookkeeping coaching session. \nThese one-hour virtual group sessions will allow up to 20 small businesses to benefit from general discussion\, Q+A and guidance on bookkeeping and tax topics\, such as: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping support and valuable information about available accounting software\nWhich business expenses are deductible or not\nTax season guidance and why record-keeping is important\nPreparing to file business taxes (City\, State\, Federal)\nResources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process\n\nThese sessions are limited to 20 attendees\, so reserve your spot today! \nOnce registered you will also be offered the opportunity to submit your own non-confidential questions in advance to discuss during the session. \n \nLily Tran\, EA\, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®\, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA)\, a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits\, collections\, and appeals. \nLily has over 15 years of experience in accounting\, tax\, consulting\, and advisory services for entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality\, personal service resulting in significant tax savings\, strategic business growth and tax compliance\, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents\, Washington State of Enrolled Agents\, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers\, and National Association of Tax Professionals. \nAs an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department\,  Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska\, Idaho\, Oregon\, and Washington. \nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n10:00 am – 11:00 am PT\n9:00 am – 10:00 am AKT\n11:00 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/virtual-group-tax-bookkeeping-coaching-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260122T011904Z
CREATED:20260122T011904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011904Z
UID:10009406-1770310800-1770316200@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series-5/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260122T233123Z
CREATED:20260122T233123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T233123Z
UID:10009408-1770895800-1770901200@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Small Business\, Big Impact: AI-Powered Marketing
DESCRIPTION:AI doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive—to make a meaningful impact on your business. In this practical\, hands-on session\, SparkStory Marketing breaks down how solopreneurs and small business owners can use AI to market smarter\, save time\, and show up more consistently without needing a big team. \nWe’ll walk through real-world AI marketing tools and simple workflows you can start using immediately—from content creation and messaging to planning and optimization. You’ll learn what’s actually worth your time\, what to skip\, and how to use AI as a reliable marketing assistant (not a replacement for your voice or values). \nAttendees will leave with clear examples\, actionable strategies\, and practical takeaways they can apply the same day—no technical background required. \nPresenter: Jennifer Christensen – Co-Founder & CEO\, SparkStory Marketing \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJennifer Christensen is a marketing strategist\, AI ethics advocate\, and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience helping organizations grow with clarity\, integrity\, and purpose. A city girl who unexpectedly fell in love with Alaska\, Jennifer found her calling in an unlikely place. After an early business failure rooted in misplaced priorities\, she rebuilt her life and career from the ground up—an experience that led her to faith\, humility\, and the conviction that real success is measured by impact\, not ego. At 40\, she co-founded Beacon Media + Marketing in Anchorage\, scaling it from a two-person startup into a three-time Inc. 5000–recognized national digital agency serving clients across the U.S. For more than ten years\, she led strategy and innovation\, blending storytelling\, data\, and emerging technologies to drive results. Today\, as CEO of SparkStory Marketing\, Jennifer partners with small businesses and mission-driven organizations to help them grow their reach without losing their soul. Her work centers on ethical AI adoption and modern marketing systems that support sustainable\, purpose-led growth. Jennifer is a mom of three Alaska-grown children\, a wife of 33 years\, and a passionate advocate for faith-driven leadership. Her mission is to help leaders harness AI and marketing strategy to amplify their impact and build a lasting legacy. \nPresenter: Sara Jokela – Co-Founder & COO\, SparkStory Marketing \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSara Jokela is the Co-Founder and COO of SparkStory Marketing\, where today she partners with founders and business owners to bridge vision and execution through clear strategy and sustainable systems. A builder by nature\, she brings structure\, care\, and momentum to complex ideas that need practical follow-through. Her background includes banking and mortgage lending\, followed by years outside the traditional marketplace where she raised and homeschooled her children while building and leading volunteer teams and organizational systems. That season sharpened her ability to lead without titles\, bring clarity to ambiguity\, and execute in people-centered environments. A lifelong Alaskan and married for over 30 years\, Sara leads with steadiness\, integrity\, and a long-term view of growth. Sara is committed to helping leaders build responsibly—without chaos\, burnout\, or compromise. \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-small-business-big-impact-ai-powered-marketing/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Financial Foundations Virtual Series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual series empowering small businesses with the accounting\, compliance\, and financial insights needed to thrive in government contracting – for those looking to do contracting with the City of Seattle and beyond. \nTaught by Maria Sanchez\, CEO of Arceda Business Services \n \nMaría Sánchez has been working as an accountant\, business manager\, and business consultant for over 20 years. Her firm Arceda Accounting and Business Services provides support and counseling to small businesses in the Puget Sound. She also serves on the board of directors of the South Sound Latino Chamber of Commerce and Collaborates and is an Ambassador for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber. \nJan 8 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 1: Introduction to Government Contracting\nLearn what government contracting is\, how agencies buy goods and services\, and what it takes to become a qualified vendor. \nJan 15 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 2: Know Your Numbers- Estimating & Bidding in Government Contracting\nUnderstand how to estimate costs\, set competitive prices\, and prepare accurate bids for government contracts. \nJan 22 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 3: Got the Contract- What to Expect After You Win\nExplore the next steps after winning a contract\, including compliance\, budgeting\, invoicing\, and managing changes. \nJan 29 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 4: Red Tape: Audits and Reporting- How to Navigate the Red Tape to Get Paid\nLearn about required reports\, audits\, and documentation needed to stay compliant and ensure timely payment. \nFeb 5 5-6:30 pm PST – Session 5: Keeping Everything Organized- Tools and Processes to Keep Your Paperwork Under Control\nDiscover tools and systems to manage paperwork\, track performance\, and maintain clear records for government work. \nFeb 12 5-6:30 pm PST- Session 6: Are You Ready for the Next Contract- Growing Capacity as a Government Contractor\nEvaluate your financial systems\, manage risks\, improve cost tracking\, and prepare for larger government opportunities.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/government-contracting-financial-foundations-virtual-series-6/
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CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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