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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
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SUMMARY:WA State Labor Standards: Workers’ Compensation
DESCRIPTION:This is an on-demand\, self-paced course. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of the Department Labor & Industries workers’ compensation requirements for Washington state employers. \nThis course includes information about the workplace poster requirements\, how worker’s compensation rates are determined\, how to increase workplace safety\, and additional resources and guidance to stay help you stay compliant.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/wa-state-labor-standards-workers-compensation-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels
DESCRIPTION:How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels is an on-demand resource for farmers exploring the varied avenues you can use to get your agricultural offerings into customers’ hands. Learn about retail and wholesale opportunities and delve into the questions to ask when determining how to craft a business model that fits gracefully with your farm\, and with your unique needs and skills. \nFor starting farmers\, and farmers looking to diversify or tinker with their business models. How to Sell: An Overview of Sales Channels surveys the perks and challenges that come with selling direct to consumers through farmers markets\, farmstands\, and CSA programs\, and selling wholesale through food hubs\, distributors\, institutional channels\, and direct delivery to retailers. Each sales channel is available as a dedicated module so you can pick and choose or watch the whole way through. \nThe course also provides guidance about how to develop a strong farm business model\, focusing on diversifying revenue streams\, making the most of your resources\, and tailoring your work to the aspects of farming that you most enjoy. 90 minutes of content\, along with insider tips and resource guides.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-sell-an-overview-of-sales-channels/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Farm Business Services (FFBS)":MAILTO:fbrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: Ask a Farmers Market Manager
DESCRIPTION:It’s farmers market application season! Here is your chance to hear directly from a market manager about the decision-making process for admitting new vendors\, and what it takes to put together a compelling and successful application. We’ll be joined by Ben Chandler from the Seattle Farmers Market Association\, who will talk through the application process and then answer questions. \nAbout the Presenter: \nBen Chandler has been managing markets with SFMA (Seattle Farmers Markets Association) since 2009. During this time he has worked to connect farmers\, artisans\, and many other creative enterprises with equally creative customers and communities in Madrona\, Wallingford\, and Ballard. \nThis session was recorded on 2.3.2023
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-ask-a-farmers-market-manager-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250325T175737Z
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SUMMARY:Panel Virtual de Expertos: Acceso a Prestamos Comerciales
DESCRIPTION:¿Está buscando capital para su negocio? ¿Tiene preguntas acerca de préstamos\, líneas de crédito\, o cuál préstamo es el mejor para su negocio? ¿Quiere saber cómo calificar para un préstamo comercial/empresarial? Acompáñenos en este panel de discusión en donde puede obtener las respuestas directamente de los expertos. \nUn panel de expertos\, representantes de diferentes instituciones financieras\, responderán preguntas acerca de que es lo que se requiere en el paquete de aplicación para un préstamo\, que preguntas debe preguntar a su representante bancario y consejos para acceder los fondos que usted necesita para hacer crecer su negocio. \n  \nEsta sesión fue grabada el día 19 de Marzo de 2025
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/panel-de-prestamistas-virtual-acceso-a-prestamos-comerciales-2/
LOCATION:On-Demand\, 12720 Gateway Dr. Suite 207\, Tukwila\, WA\, 98168\, United States
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:How to Fill Out a Cash Flow Projections Workbook
DESCRIPTION:Instructional video on how to fill out an Excel cash flow projections workbook.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-fill-out-a-cash-flow-projections-workbook/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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SUMMARY:Managing Loan Funds
DESCRIPTION:LRC Business Financial Literacy Webinar \nCongratulations on receiving a small business loan! In this webinar\, you will learn about: \n\nWhy You Need to Manage Loan Funds\nWhat to Expect After Approval\nAccounting Procedures\nSet up Processes\nCommunicating with Your Lender\nLoan Readiness Center Free Services for Small Businesses
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/managing-loan-funds/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:Building Strong Business & Personal Credit
DESCRIPTION:Do you understand how business and personal credit affects you and your business and how to maximize it to your benefit? \nTopics: \n\nTypes of Credit and Usage (How does it affect you? How to use credit wisely)\nUnderstanding Credit Reports\nWhat Do Credit Scores Mean?\nHow personal credit is different from business\nHow to improve your score\nWhat you can do to correct\nKnow your rights.\n\n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union. \n\nAbout the Presenter: Christine Buckley – Director\, Loan Readiness Center at Business Impact NW\n\n\n\nChristine manages the Loan Readiness Center at Business Impact NW. She is a Certified Business Coach and Certified Credit Counselor. She has been an advisor to small businesses through her work with several Puget Sound SBA Women’s Business Centers\, as well as through her private consultancy. She has owned several businesses in varied industries in Spain\, California\, and Washington. Christine brings her hands-on knowledge\, experience\, and education to thousands of clients\, specifically in the areas of commercial lending\, business financial management and analysis\, credit counseling and loan package preparation. She provides individual advising and training.\n  \n\nChristine has also worked in leadership roles and advised non-profits and supports community partners including other lenders and business support organizations. She is also a licensed mortgage loan originator and brings this combined knowledge and experience to assist clients with loan readiness. Travel and adventure bring her joy and inspiration and she enjoys being outdoors (preferably the beach)\, running\, and working out at the gym.\nThis webinar was recorded 04/24/2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/building-strong-business-personal-credit-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20241017T195307Z
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SUMMARY:How to Access\, Prepare and Apply for Funding - Food and Beverage Industry
DESCRIPTION:Every business needs funds to start and grow. In this online webinar\, you will learn what types of capital are available for each stage of business\, specifically for the food and beverage industry as well as how to prepare and apply for funding. \nThis session was recorded on 5/29/2024
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/how-to-access-prepare-and-apply-for-funding-food-and-beverage-industry/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
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SUMMARY:Contabilidad Práctica: Entiende las Finanzas de tu Empresa
DESCRIPTION:Contabilidad Práctica: Entiende las Finanzas de tu Empresa Este taller está diseñado para ayudarte a entender los conceptos básicos de contabilidad y mejorar la gestión financiera de tu negocio. Aprenderás herramientas esenciales y recursos prácticos que podrás aplicar de inmediato\, sin necesidad de experiencia previa en contabilidad. \nInstructor: Eric Sanchez\, Asesor de negocios\, Capital Readiness Program
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/contabilidad-practica-entiende-las-finanzas-de-tu-empresa/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280101
DTSTAMP:20250501T155507Z
CREATED:20250501T155507Z
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UID:10008867-1830211200-1830297599@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Oregon SSBCI Program
DESCRIPTION:This short video is an introduction to the Oregon SSBCI (State Small Business Credit Initiative). \nIn this webinar you will learn: \n\nWhat is the SSBCI Benefits for small businesses\nWhat funds and free resources are available\nHow to prepare and access\nHow to apply and get connected to free advising\, legal and accounting consultations
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/introduction-to-the-oregon-ssbci-program/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:On-Demand
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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