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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Financial Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nFinancial Preparation: Lines of Credit\, Term Loans and Accounts Receivable (Invoice) Loans\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nAntony Nguyen\, Vice President | Business Banking Sales Manager U.S. Bank\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 1.10.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-financial-preparation/
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: Navigating Government Contracts: Unlocking Growth for Businesses of All Sectors
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Navigating Government Contracts: Unlocking Growth for Businesses of All Sectors\n\nDescription: This presentation is tailored for businesses\, consultants\, and leaders across industries looking to understand and capitalize on government contracting opportunities. \nWhether you are in staffing\, healthcare\, construction\, professional services\, manufacturing\, technology or any other industry\, this presentation will provide actionable insights into how your business can successfully pursue and grow through government contracts. \n\n\n\nPresenter: Nazeera Dawood\, Founder / CEO (nazeera@vendorship.net) \n \n\n\nBio: Dr. Nazeera Dawood is the CEO and Founder of Vendorship Inc. She holds a medical degree from Bangalore University in India and a master’s degree in public health from the University of North Carolina\, Chapel Hill. Previously\, Dr. Dawood held the position of Chief of Staff for the Office of the Chairman\, Fulton County Board of Commissioners\, where she played a pivotal role in securing $9\,000\,000 in project funding over three years. She has also received proclamations from the Georgia State House of Representatives and the City of Atlanta\, acknowledging her as a trailblazer for supporting small and medium-sized businesses in securing government contracts. \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 2.12.2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-navigating-government-contracts-unlocking-growth-for-businesses-of-all-sectors/
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:20250225T154648Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Fortis Construction Cohort Information
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nFortis Construction provides information for their new Cohort Program\, “Impact+” designed to help contractors get acclimated and on projects and upcoming opportunities!!\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nAmber Page –  Fortis Construction\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\nThis session was recorded on 1.8.2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-fortis-construction-cohort-information/
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:20250313T154304Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Unlocking Opportunities: Working with the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Unlocking Opportunities: Working with the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program \nDescription: This session provides information on the Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) Program\, focusing on key areas relevant to potential business engagement. We will examine NAICS codes associated with the types of businesses and scope areas that are anticipated for the Program in the future. Additional topics covered will include the Program’s current proposed construction sequencing\, timelines\, as well as an overview of construction packages and information on the contracting processes utilized by the four project owners. We will also have a few specific examples of the types of businesses that have worked on the project to date. \nSpeakers: Samir Randolph\, Small Business Outreach Senior Manager\, and Barbi Alexander\, DBE and Workforce Equity Compliance Specialist \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 3.12.2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-unlocking-opportunities-working-with-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-program/
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:20250611T221559Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: COBID Certification Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Topic: \n\nCOBID Certification Information Session\n\nDescription: \n\nJoin the Oregon MBDA\, Business Oregon and the Certification Office of Business Inclusion & Diversity (COBID) for a FREE Certification Information Session and learn how getting certified can propel your business toward local\, state\, and federal contract opportunities. Whether you’re new to certification or looking to expand your reach\, this session is designed to equip Oregon and SW Washington minority businesses with the tools for success.\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nDarren Spencer – Program Analyst\, Business Oregon – COBID\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 6.11.2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-cobid-certification-information-session/
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:20250220T213734Z
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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:20250220T214354Z
CREATED:20240214T230337Z
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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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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:20250220T214709Z
CREATED:20240328T201843Z
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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:20250220T215055Z
CREATED:20240410T220041Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20250220T214757Z
CREATED:20240508T214757Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250220T214818Z
CREATED:20250204T213341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T214818Z
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SUMMARY:Business Excellence Session: Tax Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\nTax Time is Around The Corner: What Small Business Owners Should Do to Prepare.\n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\nRick Harris\, CPA\n\nRick Harris is a CPA\, licensed to practice in the state of Oregon. Rick Harris maintains the highest standard of knowledge and ethics when operating as an accountant\, working in the private industry\, education and government. He is known as an Expert in tax preparation. \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 11.13.2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-excellence-session-tax-preparation/
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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