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Last chance to get into this week’s classes:
Starting a Nonprofit Organization
Tuesday, Aug. 31
6 – 8 p.m.
Cost: $10
ABCs of Certification
Wednesday, Sept. 1
6 – 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Happy Labor Day
Our office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We wish everyone a safe and happy last official weekend of summer!
BOI is Now on Facebook -- Come Find Us!
BOI is entering the social media age along with you, our clients, and would like to announce our new Facebook page. Become a virtual fan of BOI by adding us to your ‘like’ list and stay connected with us regarding upcoming events, special announcements, tips, and stories shared by other clients. Click the button below to connect to us!
Your Stories are Being Heard in Washington
BOI was pleased and honored to be visited last week by Congressman Andre Carson and Marie Johns, Deputy Administrator of the Small Business Administration. We hosted a roundtable of BOI clients who are women business owners that shared their stories of perseverance, as well as their challenges, with our guests. Congressman Carson and Deputy Administrator Johns recognized the importance of the work BOI is doing in the community, reiterated the importance of small businesses in the economic recovery of our country, and pledged their continued support from Washington.
Would Child Care Services Make it Easier for You to Attend our Evening Classes?
BOI is considering offering FREE child care services for clients interested in taking evening classes during the month of September. Up to 10 children from infants to age 12 can be included in enrichment services, such as help with homework, music and movement, and reading. Parents would be expected to provide a snack for their children. Would this be of interest to you? If so, please write to Elaine Voci, our Director of Programs and Services, by e-mail to evoci@businessownership.org and let her know that you are interested and the number and ages of your children.
Free Seminar for Women on Financial Planning for Retirement
As part of its Financial Seminars for Women series, Somerset CPAs is offering a free seminar on “To Roth or not to Roth? And Other Retirement Options” on Tuesday, Sept. 14 from 11:15 a.m. -- 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be included for those that attend in person at 3925 River Crossing Parkway, or you may join by webinar. Registration is required; to register, visit their Web site or call (317) 472-2572.
“I AM BOI” Campaign Continues
The “I AM BOI” fund has been established to assist entrepreneurs in opening the doors to their business tomorrows. When you donate to the fund, you are ensuring our continued presence here in the community as a resource for small business owners. How? Because committed clients are the best demonstration of why BOI is a great investment. By donating, you are saying that you have been helped by BOI and would like to play your part in helping BOI to help future clients achieve their dreams of small business ownership. Donations of any size are welcome and can be made via cash, check or credit card. For complete information about the campaign and instructions on how to donate, please see the announcement on our Web site home page at www.businessownership.org.
Free Cancer Screening for Women in Franklin on Sept. 2
Little Red Door Cancer Agency will be providing free breast health education and free clinical breast exams for women on Thursday, September 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the St. Thomas clinic at 600 Paul Hand Blvd. (County Road 400 North, off of US 31) in Franklin. For information about this and other similar events in the Indianapolis area, visit their Web site at www.littlereddoor.org/Events.aspx.
Note: BOI's sharing of community events is for informational purposes only and does not imply BOI’s involvement in or endorsement of these events.
Published the week of August 30, 2010
Next week's classes:
Business Planning 2
Build your business plan for starting, growing or seeking financing for your business by setting your strategic goals, developing your marketing plan, calculating your sales targets and completing sales and cash flow projections. (for existing business owners or entrepreneurs that have completed Business Planning 1) Cost: Variable based on income. Preregistration and prepayment are required for this series.
Wednesdays, Sep. 8, 15, 22 and 29, 6 -- 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Tricia Mohl, BOI
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Get Smart with Your Money
Learn how your personal finances affect the success of your business and how to improve your personal financial and credit position in order to increase your “bankability” when seeking small-business financing. Cost: Variable based on income.
Preregistration and prepayment are required for this series.
Thursdays, Sep. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 9 -- 11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Sharetha Marshall, BOI
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Social Media 101
In this introduction to the world of social media, identify the most popular social media tools, see examples of how they can be used for marketing small businesses and get tips on how to start using social media for your own business. Cost: $10
Thursday, Sep. 9, 6 -- 8 p.m.
Instructors: Greg Cross, Cross Creative and Rocky Walls, twelvestars Media Productions
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Business Planning 1
Plan for business success by researching your market opportunity, planning your finances, identifying your value proposition and writing your business plan. Cost: Variable based on income. Preregistration and prepayment are required for this series.
Saturdays, Sep. 11 and 18, 9 a.m. -- 4 p.m.
Instructor: Tricia Mohl, BOI
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Upcoming classes:
Contracts and Negotiations
Learn how to protect your interests by understanding what to consider when creating or reviewing a contract and learning how to negotiate favorable terms. Cost: $10
Monday, Sept. 13, 6 -- 8 p.m.
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Business Web Site Basics
Learn how to create a new Web site for your business, including registering the domain name, finding a host, planning your site content and options for creating the site. Cost: $10
Monday, Sept. 13, 6 -- 8 p.m.
Instructor: Will Hardison and Nicole Stultz, Mediaplug
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Market Research Resources
In this hands-on class, practice using some key online resources to help you find quantifiable data about your industry, customers and competition. Cost: $10
Tuesday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m. -- noon
Instructor: Tricia Mohl, BOI
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Starting a Personal Care Business
Understand Indiana’s licensing requirements for personal care providers, learn about the variety of services you can offer and get tips for finding clients for your new business. Cost: $10
Tuesday, Sept. 14, 6 -- 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carol Applegate, CICOA Board of Directors
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Record Keeping for Small Businesses
Examine the essentials of record keeping for your business so that you are prepared for tax time and have the information you need to effectively manage your business. Cost: $10
Wednesday, Sept. 15, 6:30 -- 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Gail Barnes, CPA, Barnes Financial Services
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Doing Business with the Federal Government
In this day-long workshop, learn how you can get your share of billions of dollars of federal contracts earmarked for small businesses by examining the potential of the U.S. government as a customer and understanding the process of selling to federal agencies. Cost: $125 ($100 if you register by
Sept. 7)
Tuesday, Sept. 21, 8:30 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m. in Greenwood
Thursday, Sept. 23, 8:30 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m. in Carmel
Instructor: Sharon O’Donoghue, BOI Director
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3-2-1-Launch!
In this two-part panel-discussion format, learn how to create a legitimate business, ensure you comply with laws and regulations and protect yourself from liability. Cost: $20
Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 21 and 22, 6 -- 8 p.m.
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Introduction to QuickBooks
In this hands-on two-part workshop for novice users, learn how to use QuickBooks Pro accounting software to set up business accounts and enter business transactions. Cost: $50
Monday, Sept. 27 and Tuesday, Sept. 28, 6 -- 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Ervin, CPA, Marietta Financial
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All classes are held at BOI’s office at 4755 Kingsway Drive, Suite 314 unless otherwise noted. Call BOI at (317) 917-3266 ext. 100 to register.
See our Web site for the full calendar of upcoming classes.