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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting Certification: Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)
DESCRIPTION:The Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) program is designed to help more women owned small businesses to win federal contracts. \nThe Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) program is designed to help more women owned small businesses to win federal contracts by providing a level playing field for WOSBs to compete. This class provides an overview of the WOSB and EDWOSB Federal Contracting Program as well as eligibility requirements. All small businesses that are interested in submitting an offer on a solicitation that has been set aside for WOSBs under the WOSB Program must complete this certification prior to submitting the offer. This class also covers recent regulatory changes regarding sole source authority and self-certification. \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/325950375347
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/federal-contracting-certification-woman-owned-small-business-wosb-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220816T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220816T120000
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SUMMARY:SEO Basics and Creating a Roadmap to Success
DESCRIPTION:How to get your SEO efforts moving in the right direction. \nSearch Engine Optimization (SEO) can seem like a foreign topic and feel overwhelming to tackle\, but it doesn’t have to be! During this webinar\, you will learn about the SEO basics\, best practices\, and how to stay on top of everything with ease. Many folks think SEO efforts begin and end with the website\, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Search engines operate with artificial intelligence (AI) which use many different data points to determine how\, when\, and what format your business information will show. If you are looking to grow your business in this digital world this is the perfect webinar for you. \n***Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/379885988217
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/seo-basics-and-creating-a-roadmap-to-success/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220825T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220825T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220713T232648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T234653Z
UID:3951-1661421600-1661425200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Reach Customers Online with Google
DESCRIPTION:Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your business using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Smart Campaigns. \nIn this workshop you will learn how to:\n• Improve your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results\, on all devices\n• Maximize SEO strategies\n• Attract new prospects with low-cost advertising\nLed by Pamela Starr\, one of Google’s professional national trainers\, this is a can’t miss workshop for every small business owner. \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/355180342967
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/reach-customers-online-with-google-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220713T233648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T233648Z
UID:3954-1663066800-1663070400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Process Improvement & Working Smarter
DESCRIPTION:This class discusses the multiple sources of capital for starting and growing a small business. \nHow do you improve the work processes in your office or small business?\nThis class focuses on applying “Lean” process improvement to add efficiencies to your business and improve your bottom line potential. Learn ideas about making your work processes flow better\, faster\, cheaper? We can show you how to apply “Lean” thinking to any business process\, regardless of your industry. In many cases\, this can result in improved customer service\, saved labor\, better inventory control\, and reduction of expenses. This is an introductory class that focuses on problem solving\, and identifying “value added” activities. We will discuss examples of improved processes from many different industries. crowd funding. \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/325968308987
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/process-improvement-working-smarter/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220920T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220713T234247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T234247Z
UID:3957-1663671600-1663675200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:10 Ways Bookkeeping Can Contribute to the Success of your Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn the importance of bookkeeping and how it can advance your business to the next level. \nManaging your books is essential to your business growth and success. To manage your books\, you have to incorporate bookkeeping into your busy schedule. However\, many small businesses fail to implement this crucial process. In fact\, poor accounting is one of the common reasons why small businesses fail. Without bookkeeping or accounting\, you are blindly managing your business. Learn 10 ways on how bookkeeping can help your business succeed! \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/383082579307
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/10-ways-bookkeeping-can-contribute-to-the-success-of-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221006T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220803T184726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T184726Z
UID:4036-1665054000-1665057600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Headshots are the New Handshake
DESCRIPTION:Discover the components of great headshots and Branding pictures.. Using a professional headshot is your opportunity to clearly stand apart from your competition; for business owners and professionals\, it can be a determining factor if a potential customer wants to do business with you or not. Your headshot must tell its viewer something about you\, something more than your basic look\, the key is to get an image that connect showing your personality and essence.  \nDuring this workshop you will learn 10 components that makes a great headshot. Remembers you never get a second chance to make a good impression.  \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/395350151947
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/headshots-are-the-new-handshake/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221011T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220727T181635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T181635Z
UID:3999-1665486000-1665489600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, participants will learn the basics ins and outs about how the government buys goods and services. How do I get started with Government Contracting? Is this right for me and my business? What is the difference between commercial contracting and government contracting? What is a contract? How are “set-aside” contracts and goals determined? In this course\, participants will learn the basic ins and outs about how the government buys goods and services. Participants will also be introduced to important websites\, and external agencies such as the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC). Marketing to the government will also be discussed. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/330711305417 \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/federal-government-contracting-101-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220803T185832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T185832Z
UID:4039-1666090800-1666094400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Como dejar de Procrastinar
DESCRIPTION:¿Está cansada(o) de saber lo que debes hacer\, pero no sabes cómo hacerlo? \nEstá comprobado que procrastinar\, es el mayor enemigo del éxito y contrario a lo que se cree\, procrastinación no está basado en falta de tiempo o falta de organización. Está directamente relacionado con las emociones y con el manejo de las mismas. Si deseas dejat de procrastinar y aprender a:\n1. Abrir tu negocio\n2. Crecer tu negocio\n3. Llamar a potenciales clientes\n4. Aumentar tus ventas\n5. Tomar el control de tu negocio y de tu vida\n6. Manejar mejor las finanzas\n7. Tener mejor balance entre la vida personal\, familia y trabajo\n8. Bajar de peso y estar más saludable… \nEntonces este seminario virual es para usted. ¡No te lo puedes perder! \nRegístrese here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/395159973117
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/como-dejar-de-procrastinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221025T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220713T234534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T173702Z
UID:3960-1666692000-1666695600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Sell Online with Google's E-Commerce Tools
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some of the best (and free!) ways to sell your products on Google\, even if you don’t have an e-commerce website. \nIn this presentation\, you’ll get an overview of how to promote your products on Google for free.\nWe’ll cover:\n– How to showcase your products on your Business Profile on Google Search and Maps.\n– An introduction to the Google Merchant Center. That helps you showcase your products on Google for free.\n– How to create a “product feed” so you can showcase a number of products on Google as well as e-commerce platforms like Shopify. \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/355200443087
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/sell-online-with-googles-e-commerce-tools-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221013T174150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T213518Z
UID:4338-1667473200-1667476800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:Get an overview of QuickBooks accounting software. \nIn this class participates will learn how to set up the chart of account\, create invoices\, write checks\, manage customers and create financial statements. This introductory class takes you through the basics of the software program. This course gets you started on making your company’s bookkeeping simpler. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/399533384107
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221108T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220727T182528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T213453Z
UID:4002-1667905200-1667908800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Sales Training for Business Owners - Build your Sales Skills!
DESCRIPTION:Sales Training for business owners. Build your Sales Skills! \nWould you like your business to bring in more revenue? Would you like to become more valuable as an employee? This Sales Skills class is just the ticket. Learn to grow your revenue\, increase your average sale\, “Close the sale”\, and help an irate customer. Help customers choose your products and services. You will learn these skills and more.  \nThis class is taught by a business professional with many years of coaching and sales experience. Most of the sales knowledge passed on in this class applies regardless of your products or services. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/330717333447 \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/sales-training-for-business-owners-build-your-sales-skills-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220727T182911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T213555Z
UID:4005-1668078000-1668081600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Tampa Bay Women's Business Centre
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the programs and services offered by the Tampa Bay WBC \nLearn more about the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre and all of the wonderful services that we offer to female entrepreneurs to launch and grow successful businesses. Attendees who live in Hillsborough\, Pinellas\, Pasco\, Manatee\, Polk and Hernando counties will receive a free one-hour coaching session. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/369187599047 \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/introduction-to-the-tampa-bay-womens-business-centre-7/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221115T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221013T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T212647Z
UID:4342-1668517200-1668520800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Content Creation & Digital Marketing for your Business
DESCRIPTION:How to master content creation and digital marketing like a pro to grow your business audience\, gain sales and build your business. \nWhat’s a business today without a social media presence?  \nThis workshop will dive into some of the most important social media platforms for your business such as Instagram\, TikTok\, Facebook\, LinkedIn & Pinterest that can assist you in meeting your target audience and ultimately monetizing your content. This workshop will also uncover important aspects to discuss in your content and overall guide you to the perfect sales pitch/sales funnel. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/433934508797 \n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/content-creation-digital-marketing-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221206T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221101T192524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T212519Z
UID:4390-1670335200-1670338800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Human Resources "Let's Be Human"
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to protect your business\, mentor a team\, and create a business culture where your employee would never want to leave. \nDiscover new business trends in human resources for small businesses. HR is where the drama takes place inside every type of company. Including employee conflicts\, disappointing talent\, none or poor business culture alignment\, misunderstandings that become threats\, unreasonable expectations and demands\, and perhaps learned conduct at home that now floods over into the workplace. Protecting your small business legally starts with you. Working with 1099 contractors can present challenges and threats to your business as well. Learn how to protect your business\, mentor a team and create a business culture where your employees would never want to leave.  \n***Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/453048098057
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/human-resources-lets-be-human/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221215T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221024T221002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T182119Z
UID:4353-1671112800-1671116400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Start a Business in 8 Steps
DESCRIPTION:Learn the key steps needed to launch your new business. \nEver thought of starting your own small business- but thought it was too hard or had no idea where to start? Starting a business involves planning\, making financial decisions\, doing market research\, and acquiring knowledge in areas you never thought you would learn about before. We created this 8 step guide to starting a business your business today! \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/415667210817
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/start-a-business-in-8-steps/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221220T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20220803T193756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T021945Z
UID:4045-1671541200-1671544800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Tampa Bay WBC Virtual Networking - Dec 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us to network with other entrepreneurs and share information about your business. \nEnjoy this wonderful virtual opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs in the comfort of your office or home! Zoom break-out rooms are a great way to easily connect with other business owners. \nFacilitator: Dr. Kerry Szymanski \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/395978320817
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/tampa-bay-wbc-virtual-networking-dec-2022/
CATEGORIES:Event,Networking,Virtual,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221110T215130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T231309Z
UID:4473-1673348400-1673352000@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Overview of SBA Programs and Services
DESCRIPTION:This class covers the programs and services the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers to help you start and grow your business. Although the SBA is usually associated with loans\, this over view will run through the SBA Loan Programs as well as our other programs and services including Counseling\, Export Assistance\, Government Contracting\, Surety Bonds\, and Disaster Assistance. \nPresenter:\nLonnie Koyama\, Lead Economic Development Specialist\nSouth Florida District Office\nU.S. Small Business Administration \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465076425107
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/overview-of-sba-programs-and-services-4/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221118T200307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T201121Z
UID:4521-1673953200-1673956800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:How to stop Procrastinating in 30 Days
DESCRIPTION:It’s been proven than procrastination is the biggest enemy of success and contrary to what it’s believed\, procrastination is not based on lack of time or organization\, but it is directly related to emotions and the management of emotions. If you want to know how to Stop Procrastinating and learn how to:  \n– Lose weight  \n– Have a more balanced personal/work/family life  \n– Be better with your finances  \n– Call more potential clients  \n– Sell more  \n– Grow you business  \n– And take control of your life…  \n Then you cannot miss this! \n* Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/470445845187
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/how-to-stop-procrastinating-in-30-days-2/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230119T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221118T195538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T200456Z
UID:4517-1674126000-1674129600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Business Structure - Which Should I Choose?
DESCRIPTION:Learn the difference between Sole Proprietorship\, LLC\, S-Corp as well as the importance of copyrights\, trademarks and patents. \n\n\nThinking about starting a business but you don’t know where to start? Join this informational webinar to learn about the different types of business structures such as Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, LLC\, S-Corp as well as the importance of copyrights\, trademarks and patents. \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter: \nJoe Englander\, JD\, is a Shareholder and lead attorney with Fowler White Burnett\, P.A.. He has expertise in international intellectual property issues and compliance with electrical standards. He has managed extensive trademark and patent portfolios for several domestic and international businesses. Worked with executive management for portfolio optimization and monetization. Assisted marketing teams\, research and development divisions and mergers and acquisition teams develop and ensure rights to intellectual property. Coordinated with IT divisions regarding domain name issues and transfers. Represented international brand owners\, manufacturers\, and software developers in Florida\, the United States and around the world. \n\nRegister Today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/470251624267
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/business-structure-which-should-i-choose-3/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230124T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221123T005017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T005018Z
UID:4539-1674558000-1674561600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Benefits of Being Certified as a Women-Owned Business with WBENC
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we share the benefits of being certified as a Women-Owned business through WBENC. \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council is the largest certifier of women-owned businesses and is recognized by hundreds of major corporations and government agencies with supplier diversity programs. We’ll share how to get the certification and the benefits that come along with the certification and how to build your business with it. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/473454112997 \n***Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/benefits-of-being-certified-as-a-women-owned-business-with-wbenc/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230111T232956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T232956Z
UID:4661-1675249200-1675252800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Presenting Powerfully - Public Speaking & More!
DESCRIPTION:Present Yourself & Your Ideas Powerfully – Public Speaking & More!\n \nDebbie Lundberg believes “how you present is how you are remembered”! She is the 2006 founder & CEO of the Florida-based National firm\, Presenting Powerfully. Debbie combined her 14 years of automotive leadership\, her adjunct facilitation running simultaneously for 11 of those years\, and her extensive schooling to embark on her business endeavor for passionately and purposefully enhancing: 1) communication\, behaviors & relationships\, 2) leading & leadership\, and 3) emotional intelligence & kindness through the following four offerings: Keynotes & Talks\, Strategy & Facilitation\, Teaming & Training\, and Coaching & Consulting. To complement those engagements\, she gets to bring etiquette and leadership ideas together as a contributing columnist for Tampa Bay Business & Wealth Magazine. \nDebbie’s first TED Talk was “Who Cares? You CARE!”. With that in mind\, her talks\, classes\, and workshops on kindness made her an excellent fit as a Kindness Attendant for Kindleigh’s world-wide Kindness Community. The 2021 book\, LIVING KINDLY\, became an Amazon Bestseller in the first week it was published\, and there\, Debbie’s Living Kidney Donor\, Share Your Spare story\, is one chapter among 12 other international authors. Imagine Debbie’s honor of delivering a second TED Talk\, “Be the K-I-N-D of Leader Worth Following”\, in 2021! Debbie earned a BA in Communication at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, and an MBA at Edgewood College in Madison\, WI. Team Lundberg\, which includes Michael and their four-legged daughters\, two rescue labs\, Lexi and Daisy\, reside in South Tampa\, where they settled in 2004. \nWhat participants will gain from this:\n\nThe confidence to introduce yourself and your skills effectively;\nEngage in idea sharing with professionalism and impact;\nSkills for public speaking to an audience of one or to many
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-presenting-powerfully-public-speaking-more/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230110T231631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T231632Z
UID:4609-1675335600-1675339200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Impuestos y consideraciones fiscales para su negocio
DESCRIPTION:Este webinar revisara las responsabilidades contables y fiscales básicas que las pequeñas empresas deben establecer y las oportunidades que podrían estar a su disposición para los propietarios de negocios.  \n El flujo de efectivo y las ganancias es un elemento vital para cualquier negocio. Los dueños de negocios son responsables de hacerle seguimiento a dichos indicadores y tomar decisiones comerciales importantes que pueden significar la sobrevivencia de la empresa. Esta presentación proporcionará información sobre cómo identificar y realizar un seguimiento de los gastos comerciales\, planificar y administrar los impuestos federales\, y comprender su anexo C y los formularios de impuestos relacionados (es decir\, 1099). \n*Se harán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades si se solicita con al menos dos semanas de antelación. Póngase en contacto con el Centro de Negocios para Mujeres de Tampa Bay para obtener más información: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegístrese aquí: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/507738177557
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/impuestos-y-consideraciones-fiscales-para-su-negocio/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20221110T215626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220123Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will teach you about managing your businesses finances. Some of the topics covered include:\no Explain how the personal finances of a business owner impact the ability of a business to get credit.\no Identify financial management practices\, rules\, and tools that are commonly available to a small business\no Explain financial management basics for a small business\no Explain the basics of financing working capitalPresenter:\nLonnie Koyama\, Lead Economic Development Specialist\nSouth Florida District Office\nU.S. Small Business Administration \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465189372937 \n\n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/financial-management-2/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230224T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T221647Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Your Brand is Your Business!
DESCRIPTION:Your Brand is Your Business!\n \n  \nVasti Amaro is an Executive Coach\, Life Coach and Business Strategist.  Her 30-year career in transit included HART in Tampa\, Dallas Area Regional Transit\, Phoenix Transit\, South Florida Regional Transit Authority\, Pittsburgh Regional Transit and global transportation firms: Transdev\, First Group and Keolis headquartered in Paris and U.K.  She launched her transportation consulting business in 2014 and expanded to Executive and Life Coaching in May 2022. \nShe studied Business Management at the University of Phoenix and is a graduate of the WTS Leadership Program at Rutgers University and Transit General Managers Leadership Program at the Center for Urban Transportation Research at the University of South Florida.  She has served on many association and non-profit boards. \nWhat participants will gain from this:\n\nUnderstanding your value\nHow to maximize your brand\nThe importance of diversified networking
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-your-brand-is-your-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230209T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230110T233617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T233618Z
UID:4613-1675940400-1675944000@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Start & scale your business: Tax Considerations for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will go over basic accounting and tax responsibilities that small businesses need to establish and opportunities that might be at their disposal.  \nThe lifeblood of any business is cash flow and profits. Business owners are responsible for tracking such indicators and making important business decisions that can make or break their company. This training will provide them with information about how to identify & track business expenses\, plan for\, and manage federal taxes\, and understand their schedule C and related tax forms (I.e.\, 1099). \n* Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/511945511807
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/start-scale-your-business-tax-considerations-for-small-business-owners/
CATEGORIES:Event,Networking,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230215T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230224T235112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T235629Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Etiquette for Effective Communications
DESCRIPTION:Etiquette for Effective Communications\n \nKati Isaacson started her career in advertising before joining 1st United Bank in 2006 in a Marketing and Communications role. She held various leadership roles at 1st United while managing the marketing\, events\, and public relations for the company before being acquired by Valley Bank in 2014. From there\, Kati became the Brand and Communications Manager for the entire organization before advancing to Director of Corporate Communications. \nIn her current role\, Kati is responsible for directing\, planning developing and implementing the Organization’s internal communication strategies including business resiliency/crisis communication planning. Kati is certified in Organizational Change Management and has a BA in English and Communications from LeMoyne College and MBA from Syracuse University.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-etiquette-for-effective-communications/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230215T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230112T013242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T013242Z
UID:4691-1676466000-1676469600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Tampa Bay WBC Virtual Networking - February 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us to network with other entrepreneurs and share information about your business. \nEnjoy this wonderful virtual opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs in the comfort of your office or home! Zoom break-out rooms are a great way to easily connect with other business owners.  \nFacilitator: Dr. Kerry Szymanski \n*Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre for more information: tbwbc@thecentre.org. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/513340574477
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/tampa-bay-wbc-virtual-networking-february-2023/
CATEGORIES:Event,Networking,Virtual,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230225T000851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T000852Z
UID:5014-1677063600-1677067200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Defining Yourself
DESCRIPTION:Defining Yourself\n \n  \nEsther Marshall is Vice President and Community Development & Social Responsibility Market Manager for the Southeast. She oversees the Bank’s regional compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act\, cultivates and leads community partnerships\, and executes community development strategies. Esther leads the Southeast regional community development teams in Florida\, Georgia\, Tennessee\, and The Carolinas. She is focused on key programs and partnerships supporting economic and small business development\, affordable housing and home ownership initiatives\, financial health and stability and efforts to improve the well-being of individuals and families in underserved communities.  Esther leads the State of Florida’s charitable giving and provides impactful opportunities for employees to volunteer and serve in the community. \nEsther sits on the Florida Small Business Development Center’s Emergency Bridge Loan Committee. She is a board member of The Black Business Investment Fund and One Tampa and is an Advisory Board Member of the Florida Housing Coalition. She was nominated as a Tampa Bay Business Journal 2020 Businesswoman of the Year and has been recognized by the Florida Housing Coalition in 2019 for her work in affordable housing and nonprofit capacity building. She also received the 2022 Florida Small Business Development Center at FGCU’s Resource Partner of the Year award and received the 2022 Nehemiah Legacy Award from the CDC of Tampa\, Inc. \nWhat participants will gain from this:\n\nIf you don’t\, they will\nBrand Mantra\nBe authentic\nPassions\nDefining your strengths
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-defining-yourself/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230301T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230225T002026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T002026Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Speak Up and Speak Well!
DESCRIPTION:Speak Up and Speak Well!\n \nDr. Nichola D. Gutgold is a professor of communication at Penn State and author of numerous books and articles focusing on women speaking up in trailblazing positions. She is passionate about the power of speaking out to make the world a better place.   \nWhat has been described as the number one fear in the world? If you have guessed public speaking\, you are correct!  If you feel more fear than fun when invited to speak in public\, this is for you! After attending this one-hour workshop\, your fear will turn into confidence! \nInvest in your communication skills and add public speaking prowess to your superpowers! \nNichola’s most recent book is:  Electing Madam President:  When Women Run\, Women Win. Her website is www.nicholagutgold.com.  She loves reaching out to the community. \nWhat participants will gain from this:\n\nRe-frame how you think about public speaking\nDevelop audience focused introductions\nStructure the body of your speech effectively\nCreate transitions that unify your presentation\nConclude with impact\nEnjoy the experience
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-speak-up-and-speak-well/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T101404
CREATED:20230225T002523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T002524Z
UID:5022-1678273200-1678276800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Training At Your Fingertips: Does Dressing for Success Still Matter?
DESCRIPTION:Does Dressing for Success Still Matter?\n \nSartura Shuman-Smith Project Manager for the Corporation to Develop Communities Empowering Black Futures Initiative. \nThat ugly “P” word pandemic changed the landscape of just about everything in our personal and professional lives-including how we present ourselves in the workplace or virtually. \nThis presentation will stress the importance of maintaining a polished\, professional image in a business setting-whether in person or on camera. \nParticipants will leave with a clearer understanding of post pandemic professionalism\, as well as an appreciation for the importance of paying attention to their professional image and “brand.” \nWhat participants will gain from this:\n\nClearer understanding of post-pandemic professionalism\nThe importance of paying attention to professional image and “brand”\nMaintaining a polished\, professional image
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/leadership-training-at-your-fingertips-does-dressing-for-success-still-matter/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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