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SUMMARY:Navigating Numbers: Business Financial Readiness Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to help small business owners simplify financial management and build a stronger foundation for growth and funding readiness. \nTopics Covered: \n\nRevenue Growth & Funding Opportunities: Explore ways to increase revenue and identify potential funding options\n\n\nFinancial Projections & Profit and Loss Statements: Learn how to create and use these key financial tools\n\n\nBusiness Financial Essentials: Understand the basics and core principles of business finances\n\nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nPractical skills to better manage business finances and confidently tackle financial challenges\n\n\nGuidance and support from facilitators\, plus access to a professional network after the session\n\nWhether participants are just getting started or looking to refine their financial strategies\, this class serves as a roadmap to stronger business decision-making and lending preparedness. \nHosted by: West Central Mountain Economic Development Council \nLocation: Hershberger Room – McCall Public Library / 218 Park St / McCall\, ID 83638 \nDate/Time: April 9th 12:00-3:00PM MST \nFree to attend\, food will be included\, registration required. Please bring your lap top with you to the class for free coaching on your financial projections. \nPresenters: \nPaige Wiscombe – State Program Director Idaho Women’s Business Center\, 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 outdoors with her family and two dogs. \nThea Jordan – Director of Business Development & Marketing\, Frontier Resources \nThea Jordan joined Frontier in 2025 as Director of Business Development & Marketing\, bringing expertise in SBA lending\, marketing\, and strategic partnerships. As a former SBA Lender Relations & Economic Development Specialist\, and Program Director of the Idaho Women’s Business Center. She has spent over six years building collaborative ecosystems that connect businesses with the capital and resources they need to thrive. \nThea’s strength lies in her relationship-focused approach to business development. She excels at bridging connections between lenders\, businesses\, and economic development organizations\, creating partnerships that drive growth across Idaho. Her ability to communicate complex SBA loan programs in accessible terms has made her a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs\, bankers\, and community stakeholders alike. \nA native Idahoan passionate about keeping Idaho dollars in Idaho\, Thea holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. She is committed to strengthening local economies through accessible capital and meaningful partnerships. When she’s not empowering businesses or fostering community collaboration\, you’ll find her in her garden\, volunteering at the Treasure Valley Barter Market\, or exploring Idaho’s wilderness with her family.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/navigating-numbers-business-financial-readiness-made-simple-5/
LOCATION:McCall Public Library\, 218 Park Street\, McCall\, ID\, 83638\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business (McCall\, Idaho)
DESCRIPTION:Empower Your Business with the right tools and insights with “Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business”. This is in collaboration with our State & Federal partners and regional Chambers of Commerce! \n \nDate: April 14\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (MST)\nLocation: McCall Public Library \nAre you looking to take your small business to the next level either as an existing business or wanting to start one? Join us for an exclusive event packed with essential resources\, expert insights\, and networking opportunities designed to help your business grow and thrive. \nEnjoy a panel luncheon with experts from the Small Business Administration\, Idaho Small Business Development Center\, Idaho Women’s Business Center\, Idaho Workforce Development Council\, and Idaho Department of Commerce followed by small business breakouts offering two 20-minute presentations on small business strategies or programs you offer. Don’t miss the chance to network with peers and access invaluable free resources for your business. Optional networking follows. \nPlease click “More Information/Register” to view full event information on Eventbrite. Pre-registration is encouraged due to capacity! Interested in connecting with any of our panelists for a one-on-one visit while they are in the region? Please reach out to us and we can help connect you! \nBig thank you to these five agencies coming to our region for this special event to support our small businesses in the West Central Mountains. \nPlease reach out to Paige Wiscombe at iwbc@businessimpactnw.org with questions. \n 
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/smart-strategies-connect-with-resources-for-your-small-business-mccall-idaho/
LOCATION:McCall Public Library\, 218 Park Street\, McCall\, ID\, 83638\, United States
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