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SUMMARY:El Lenguaje de los Negocios: Finanzas
DESCRIPTION:Las finanzas reflejan la salud financiera de su negocio. Comprenda los numeros de este año y planifice el próximo. \n\nRevisa (y comprenda) su desempeño financiero.\nPrepare un presupuesto y una previsión para el año 2026.\nPrepárece para sus impuestos.\n\n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/el-lenguaje-de-los-negocios-finanzas/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T190000
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SUMMARY:Language of Business: Finances
DESCRIPTION:Your finances tell the story of the financial health of your business. Understand this year’s numbers and plan for next year. \nTopics:  \n\nReview (and understand) financial performance\nBuild a budget and forecast for 2026\nPrepare for taxes\n\n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union. \n\nAbout the Presenter: Gwen Kohl – Business Advisor\, Business Impact NW\n\n\n\n​​Gwen serves as a ​Business Advisor at Business Impact NW\, where she provides coaching and training to small business owners\, assisting them with loan readiness\, financial projections\, and cash flow management.​ Gwen helps clients understand their financials and launch or scale sustainably. With her background in business ownership\, consulting\, and accounting\, she has successfully delivered impactful programs that enhance client engagement and outcomes.    \n\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/language-of-business-finances/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T090000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T193000
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SUMMARY:Cómo Conseguir Capital para su Negocio
DESCRIPTION:Todas las empresas necesitan capital. Comprenda qué es y cómo acceder a él. \n\nLa necesidad\, el propósito\, y el uso\nTipos de financiación para cada etapa de su negocio\nCómo prepararse\nQué es lo que buscan los prestamistas
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/como-conseguir-capital-para-su-negocio/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T190000
DTSTAMP:20250710T222457Z
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SUMMARY:Accessing Capital for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:All businesses need capital. Understand what it is and how to access it. \nTopics:  \n\nNeed\, Purpose\, and Use\nTypes of funding for each stage\nHow to prepare\nWhat lenders look for\n\n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union. \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/accessing-capital-for-your-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T103000
DTSTAMP:20250211T230316Z
CREATED:20250128T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T230316Z
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SUMMARY:Panel de Prestamistas Virtual: Acceso a Préstamos 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. \nPanelistas anteriores han incluido representantes de las siguientes instituciones: \n\nBusiness Impact NW\nSeattle Credit Union\nKey Bank\nKiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks\n\nBusiness Impact NW trabaja con clientes en tres zonas horarias. Asegúrese de revisar la hora de inicio según su ubicación. \n9:00 am – 10:30 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am MT \nArreglos razonables para personas con discapacidades serán organizados si son requeridos por lo menos con dos semanas de anticipación. Contáctese con coaching@businessimpactnw.org o llame al (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/panel-de-prestamistas-virtual-acceso-a-prestamos-comerciales-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T093000
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CREATED:20250527T234515Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Capital: Business Funding Basics
DESCRIPTION:Click here to RSVP
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/coffee-capital-business-funding-basics/
LOCATION:Washington Trust Bank\, 760 NW Ninth Ave\, Suite 1900\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T193000
DTSTAMP:20250410T235343Z
CREATED:20250410T233827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T235343Z
UID:10008860-1748541600-1748547000@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Contabilidad Práctica
DESCRIPTION:Contabilidad Práctica: Entiende las Finanzas de tu Empresa. \nEste 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.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/contabilidad-practica/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T190000
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CREATED:20250314T165745Z
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UID:10008849-1747936800-1747940400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Bookkeeping 101
DESCRIPTION:Understand the basics of accounting and a functional bookkeeping system to track the money going in and out of your business. \nTopics:  \n\nWhat is accounting/bookkeeping\nWhy is it important\nBasic concepts\n\n  \n\nPresented in partnership with BECU Credit Union. \n\nAbout the Presenter: Christine Buckley – Director\, Capital Readiness Program at Business Impact NW\n\n\n\n\nChristine manages the Capital Readiness Program 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\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. \n\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/bookkeeping-101/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20250325T201341Z
CREATED:20250325T172448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T201341Z
UID:10008858-1744898400-1744902000@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:SeaTac SBCAP Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual info session to learn how the SeaTac Small Business Capital Access Program can support your business growth. This program offers technical assistance and financial guidance to help small business owners in SeaTac understand their business financials and prepare to secure funding for success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand\, this session will walk you through the program’s benefits\, eligibility\, and application process — empowering you to take the next steps for your business. \nReady to unlock new opportunities for your business? Don’t miss this chance to get your questions answered! \nClick here to Register \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Amanda Tehaney at amandat@businessimpactnw.org
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/sbcap-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T103000
DTSTAMP:20250207T185224Z
CREATED:20250128T193805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T185224Z
UID:10008738-1744794000-1744799400@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Lender's Panel: Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for capital for your business? Do you have unanswered questions about loans\, lines of credit\, or which lending product is best for your business? Do you want to know how to qualify for a commercial loan? \nJoin us for a panel discussion where you can get answers straight from the experts! A panel of lending experts from local area lending organizations will answer your questions about what lenders are looking for in a loan package\, what questions you should bring to your banker\, and tips on accessing the funding you need to grow your business. \nPrevious sessions have included guest panelists from: \n\nBusiness Impact NW\nSeattle Credit Union\nKey Bank\nKiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n9:00 am – 10:30 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-lenders-panel-access-to-capital-15/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T103000
DTSTAMP:20250211T230349Z
CREATED:20250128T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T230349Z
UID:10008737-1742374800-1742380200@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Panel de Prestamistas Virtual: Acceso a Préstamos 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. \nPanelistas anteriores han incluido representantes de las siguientes instituciones: \n\nBusiness Impact NW\nSeattle Credit Union\nKey Bank\nKiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks\n\nBusiness Impact NW trabaja con clientes en tres zonas horarias. Asegúrese de revisar la hora de inicio según su ubicación. \n9:00 am – 10:30 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am MT \nArreglos razonables para personas con discapacidades serán organizados si son requeridos por lo menos con dos semanas de anticipación. Contáctese con coaching@businessimpactnw.org o llame al (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/panel-de-prestamistas-virtual-acceso-a-prestamos-comerciales-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T103000
DTSTAMP:20250207T185054Z
CREATED:20250128T185339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T185054Z
UID:10008735-1739955600-1739961000@businessimpactnw.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Lender's Panel: Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for capital for your business? Do you have unanswered questions about loans\, lines of credit\, or which lending product is best for your business? Do you want to know how to qualify for a commercial loan? \nJoin us for a panel discussion where you can get answers straight from the experts! A panel of lending experts from local area lending organizations will answer your questions about what lenders are looking for in a loan package\, what questions you should bring to your banker\, and tips on accessing the funding you need to grow your business. \nPrevious sessions have included guest panelists from: \n\nBusiness Impact NW\nSeattle Credit Union\nKey Bank\nKiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks\n\nBusiness Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location. \n9:00 am – 10:30 am PT\n8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am MT \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/virtual-lenders-panel-access-to-capital-14/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Readiness Program (CRP)":MAILTO:lrc@businessimpactnw.org
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