SBDC Lookbook of Classes Winter 2020

Business at the Next Level

Winter 2020

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Small Business Development Center

Charlie Mitchell, Director Anne Green, Program Assistant Willamette Hall, WH-120 541-917-4929 linnbenton.edu/sbdc

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT-RURAL

FOUNDATIONS OF BUSINESS SUCCESS

SBM is a result-oriented program for adults who own their own businesses. The goal of the SBM program is to expose you to new ideas and help you discover ways to successfully grow your business. Meets once a month in Sweet Home. Attend the orientation, on January 28, for more information. Scholarships or discounts may apply.

Led by Stephen Fuller, a successful entrepreneur in the Corvallis area who is also a business adviser. On Tuesday evenings participants will learn how to create and assess a plan for a new business. The series features professional speakers covering branding and web pages, social media/digital marketing strategies, financial management, pricing, cash flow, sales, legal topics, insurance, market research and more. This is the perfect course for the entrepreneur who owns a new business (aged zero to 4 years, approximately) looking to find every competitive advantage. One-on-one advising is included.

Scholarships and discounts are available.

SWEET HOME 32010 T 6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. MEDELLING, G & PETERSON, M $700 FEE

4-FEB

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SHCH

ENCORE ENTREPRENEURSHIP If you are recently retired, or will be soon, a displaced worker in late adulthood, or simply someone who has dreamed of starting your own small business, this class is for you.Participants in this program will identify and refine market opportunities informed by their lifelong learning and experiences, and articulate their unique value in the marketplace. Tailored instruction and ongoing business advising will provide the entrepreneurial skills and support needed to successfully plan and sustain new business startups.

CORVALLIS 34023 W DEASSIS, SEBASTIAN

6:30 P.M.-9:20 P.M. $349 FEE

8-JAN

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BC-246

CORVALLIS 31125 T FULLER, STEPHEN

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $349 FEE

7-JAN

10

BC-236

BRANDING & WEBSITE STRATEGIES As exciting as it can be to create and run your own business, there’s also a great deal of work involved with bringing your vision to life. Marketing your business requires a deep understanding of how to communicate your message and that’s where developing a strong brand identity early on comes in. Understanding your brand’s identity is a crucial element in creating a powerful and compelling message that attracts the right audience to your business. Join us for a startup Branding and Website seminar with Kelly and Gabriel Shields from Be.nu Creative for over two hours covering all the basics of creating and launching your brand’s message, both online and off.

CORVALLIS 34599 T FULLER, STEPHEN

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $69 FEE

14-JAN

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Community Ed Registration and Payment: page 40 • Location Key: page 50 • Confused? See How to Read Class Listings: page 50

BC-236

35 LEGAL ASPECTS OF STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS

FREE GOING INTO BUSINESS SEMINARS

Thinking of starting a new business? There are a multitude of legal issues to think about when it comes to starting your business. Come listen to local attorney Lindsay Malachowski cover several legal topics. You will learn about business structure, how to register your business, employee policies, limiting your liability, how to protect your company secrets, and more.

In just one session, you’ll get all the basic information you will need to begin planning your successful business! Rules, regulations, financing, customers, markets, and feasibility will all be discussed in this FREE seminar!

CORVALLIS 34598 T FULLER, STEPHEN

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $69 FEE

21-JAN

1

BC-236

TAKING YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE NEW! Are you thinking about launching a new online business or interested in getting your brick and mortar on the internet?

Brad Atting with Foundry Collective will help demystify the complexities around starting and growing an ecommerce business. We’ll discuss which platforms are available, compare features, and help you decide your best strategy to get online.

You gain an understanding of how you can sell products and services to a larger audience, possibly even globally.

Additionally, we’ll review how to get traffic to your site and key metrics you’ll want to track and understand.

CORVALLIS 34600 T FULLER, STEPHEN

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $69 FEE

11-FEB

1

BC-236

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING NEW! This hands-on social media course will teach you the basic tools of social media marketing and then build on that foundation to explore why and when it should be used. Learn how to engage with potential clients and retain them. Build relationships and create conversations with stakeholders.

ALBANY 34597 T LEWIS, JESSYCA

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $199 FEE

7-JAN

4

F-202

SEMINARIO DE VENTAS En este seminario veremos los esenciales de ventas, como desarrollar una lista de prospectos, qué materiales preparar para presentar el producto/servicio y qué practicas incorporar para hacer del proceso algo más natural. Usted saldrá de este seminario con un plan de mercadeo digital exclusivo para su producto/servicio.

ALBANY 34594 R RAAS LOZADA, ANIELIS

6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. $49 FEE

16-JAN

1

CC-210

DESARROLLO DE PLAN DE NEGOCIOS En esta serie de 6 semanas desarrollaremos un plan de negocio para su producto/servicio que le servirá como guía para su emprendimiento. Traeremos expertos en diferentes áreas para que usted adapte esa información a su producto/servicio.

ALBANY 34595 W RAAS LOZADA, ANIELIS

6:00 P.M.-8:20 P.M. $135 FEE

22-JAN

6

CC-210

MERCADEO DIGITAL En esta serie de 4 sesiones veremos los básicos del mercadeo y las herramientas disponibles para utilizar medios digitales eficientemente, incluyendo redes sociales, páginas web, boletines, etc. En esta serie estableceremos un plan de mercadeo digital exclusivo para su producto/servicio.

ALBANY 34596 R RAAS LOZADA, ANIELIS

6:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M. $129 FEE

23-JAN

4

ALBANY 30261 T SHORT, MELINDA 34556 T SHORT, MELINDA 33970 T SHORT, MELINDA BROWNSVILLE 34001 T MEDELLIN, GEORGE CORVALLIS 30259 T WHITTINGTON, ANNE 33759 T WHITTINGTON, ANNE 34008 T WHITTINGTON, ANNE LEBANON 30260 W PETERSON, MARLENE 34007 W PETERSON, MARLENE PHILOMATH 33758 T WHITTINGTON, ANNE SWEET HOME 33760 T MEDELLIN, GEORGE

1:00 P.M.-2:50 P.M.

21-JAN

1

CC-213

1:00 P.M.-2:50 P.M.

18-FEB

1

ALBCHA

6:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.

17-MAR

1

CC-213

5:30 P.M.-7:20 P.M.

10-MAR

1

BRSLIB

11:30 A.M.-12:50 P.M.

7-JAN

1

CRVFOU

11:30 A.M.-12:50 P.M.

4-FEB

1

CRVFOU

11:30 A.M.-12:50 P.M.

3-MAR

1

CRVFOU

1:00 P.M.-2:50 P.M.

15-JAN

1

LC-200

1:00 P.M.-2:50 P.M.

26-FEB

1

LC-200

11:30 A.M.-12:50 P.M.

28-JAN

1

PHLIB

5:30 P.M.-7:20 P.M.

11-FEB

1

SWHCHA

COMO EMPEZAR UNA EMPRESA Está contemplando empezar una empresa? En este curso se hablará de reglas, regulaciones, financiamiento, mercado, clientela & factibilidad.

ALBANY 34623 M RAAS LOZADA, ANIELIS CORVALLIS 34620 T RAAS LOZADA, ANIELIS

6:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.

6-JAN

1

ALBLIB

6:00 P.M.-7:50 P.M.

3-MAR

1

LIBCNF

QUICKBOOKS 1 This ten-hour course is designed to provide you with the scope of capabilities available in QuickBooks. You will be introduced to basic functions including chart of accounts, bank reconciliations, financial management glossary, customizing & using reports, and much more. Previous exposure to computer-based accounting is recommended.

ALBANY 31286 SHAW, JACKIE

TR

3:00 P.M.-4:50 P.M. $219 FEE

7-JAN

3

F-202

REAL ESTATE BROKER PRE-LICENSE This is an accelerated pre-license course designed to prep you for the Oregon Real Estate Broker’s License Exam. Students are expected to have on-line capability, to self study, to attend all class sessions, and to attend a 9-5 study session on Saturday, March 14. This course is the fastest way to qualify to take the State exam. The area’s real estate market is beginning to turn around and now is the time to position yourself for the upturn.

ALBANY 32103

CC-210 STAFF, TBA

U W S

TBA 6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. 9:00 A.M.-4:50 P.M. $650 FEE

TBA 8-JAN 14-MAR

10 10 1

HYBRID CC-213 CC-213

36 OREGON CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR

PESTICIDE PRIVATE APPLICATOR

This class meets the requirements to pass the Oregon Construction Contractors’ Board education requirements in compliance with ORS 701.280. Class meets Tuesday and Thursday for 2 weeks beginning February 25, 6-10pm, and one Saturday, February 29, 9 am - 1 pm. Instruction includes 80 questions in a practice exam plus tips on how to best prepare and take the State of Oregon exam. Manual included.

For pesticide application on farms or private property. Total training is 10 hours. Choose two days for test preparation, and one day for credit.

ALBANY 31317 DEMARZO, JOE

TR S

6:00 P.M.-9:50 P.M. 9:00 A.M.-12:50 P.M. $329 FEE

25-FEB 29-FEB

2 1

CC-213 CC-213

PESTICIDE PRIVATE APPLICATOR SPANISH For pesticide application on farms or private property. Total training is 10 hours. Choose two days for test preparation, and one day for credit.

ALBANY 33301

F S MACKEY, ISABELA

8:00 A.M.-2:20 P.M. 8:00 A.M.-12:20 P.M. $119 FEE

31-JAN 1-FEB

1 1

ALBANY 31903

F S MACKEY, ISABELA

8:00 A.M.-2:20 P.M. 8:00 A.M.-12:20 P.M. $119 FEE

28-FEB 29-FEB

1 1

CC-205 CC-205

PESTICIDES LAWS & SAFETY For pesticide application on public or commercial property.

Total training is 8 hours. Choose two days for test preparation, and one day for credit.

ALBANY 31905

F S MACKEY, ISABELA

8:00 A.M.-11:50 A.M. 8:00 A.M.-11:50 A.M. $119 FEE

13-MAR 14-MAR

1 1

CC-205 CC-205

SBDC’s George Medellin is with Janice and Janelle Jakola, owners of Sugar Vibes Donuts.

Community Ed Registration and Payment: page 40 • Location Key: page 50 • Confused? See How to Read Class Listings: page 50

CC-205 CC-205

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Meet Our Experienced Team of Business Advisers: Stephen Fuller

Melinda Short

Joe Peterson

George Medellin

Bret Carpenter

Elizabeth Pakravan

“Bret is someone who gets very energized about small business topics and figuring out solutions to make businesses more successful.”

“Elizabeth is a caring and organized person. She has a passion for helping the Spanish speaking community realize their goals.”

Marlene Peterson

Ani Raas

Sebastian de Assis

Anne Whittington

“One of the most energetic and passionate small business advocates you’ll ever meet!”

“Resourceful and innovative, Joe is always helping business owners to search out new ways to improve financials and elevate best-practices.”

“She’s the person we count on to help new businesses owners navigate startup waters.”

“Sebastian is a reliable team player committed to the success of the work we do, of which our clients are the ultimate beneficiaries.”

“Melinda likes to help people find the help they need to get their business started and running smoothly.”

“George is energetic, fun, relaxed, and loves working with people in business and academia.”

“Ani can see any business from a fresh persective. Her specialty is helping build Latinx-owned businesses in our community. ”

“Anne is passionate about helping clients get started on the right foot and about helping them to grow their customer base.”

For information about any of our classes, call 541-917-4929 or visit linnbenton.edu/sbdc

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