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SUMMARY:Five Steps to More Success in Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn the five skills you need to feel more focused and calm as you grow your business like never before. \nYour business keeps you busy. You’re proud of where you’ve gotten to but you know that you are capable of so much more. You want to earn more money. You want your business to feel calm and organized. You’re feeling overwhelmed and busy as it is and you’re wondering how much effort it will take to reach that next level of success. To get there\, you don’t need more hours in the day\, but you do need a new set of skills. In this workshop I will teach you five things that are getting in the way of your success (and your energy) and how to change that straight away so your business can be what you want it to be. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/634126378067 \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/five-steps-to-more-success-in-business/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230727T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230727T140000
DTSTAMP:20230322T195331Z
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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. Search 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. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/596887826557 \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 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/seo-basics-and-creating-a-roadmap-to-success-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230720T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230720T160000
DTSTAMP:20230629T232313Z
CREATED:20230629T192506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T232313Z
UID:5563-1689865200-1689868800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Podcasting
DESCRIPTION:Podcasting has been a very popular medium to share content with listeners around the globe. But how can it help entrepreneurs to grow their business? And how do you get started? Join us for this introductory webinar to learn the basics of podcasting. \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://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-podcasting-tickets-668278899177?aff=oddtdtcreator
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230718T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230718T120000
DTSTAMP:20221110T221618Z
CREATED:20221110T221618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T221618Z
UID:4499-1689678000-1689681600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Show me the money – Financing Options for your Business
DESCRIPTION:Examine the multiple sources of capital for starting and growing a small business. This webinar discusses the multiple sources of capital for starting and growing a small business. The pros and cons of the funding sources are also reviewed. Topics to be discussed include familiar options such as self-financing\, funding from friends & family\, and partnerships. Other sources are reviewed such as:\n• Small Business Loans\n• SBA Loan Guaranty Program\n• Microloans\nSome less conventional financing sources along with their pros and cons are also discussed\, including selling equity (shares)\, venture capital\, angel investors\, and crowd funding. \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 today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465746830307
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/show-me-the-money-financing-options-for-your-business-3/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230713T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230713T140000
DTSTAMP:20230417T230738Z
CREATED:20230417T230738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T230738Z
UID:5237-1689253200-1689256800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Leap: Taking the Voyage to Manage Stress
DESCRIPTION:Fill Your Cup and Put Down Your Cap- Finding Your Calm in a Fast-Pace World. In this webinar\, Mindfulness Leap: Taking the Voyage to Manage Stress\, we will dive deeper into personal empowerment principles and VIA Classification of Character Strengths and Virtues. By the end of the webinar\, participants will better understand personal empowerment principles in conjunction with character strengths aligning with one’s thoughts\, feelings\, and behaviors and gain strategies to augment their talents\, skills\, resources\, and interest. \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/617710267037 \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/mindfulness-leap-taking-the-voyage-to-manage-stress/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230629T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230629T120000
DTSTAMP:20230502T175038Z
CREATED:20230502T175038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T175038Z
UID:5286-1688036400-1688040000@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Taxes for Freelancers and Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Business taxes shouldn’t be a mystery. Learn how to plan and organize your finances and (hopefully!) keep more money in your pocket. \nTaxes shouldn’t be a mystery. If you struggled to understand your 2022 business taxes\, or are starting a business in 2023\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn how to plan and organize your finances and (hopefully!) keep more money in your pocket. \n1. Learn how to maximize business deductions and the easiest way to track them. \n2. Understand self-employment taxes and federal income tax. \n3. Learn how to estimate your 2023 taxes now\, so you can plan ahead. \nThis webinar is led by Pamela Starr\, who’s not an accountant\, but a small business owner\, just like you. She’ll even give you the questions you need to ask your accountant now\, before it’s too late. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/628623940127 \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/demystifying-taxes-for-freelancers-and-small-business-owners/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230620T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230620T120000
DTSTAMP:20230612T161917Z
CREATED:20221110T220931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T161917Z
UID:4495-1687258800-1687262400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting Certification: HUBZONE
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. The Hubzone Certification program is a means of “setting aside” Federal Contracts for firms that can be certified by the Small Business Administration. This class will review the criteria and eligibility for this program and the Small Business program. The Federal Government has a goal of setting aside 3% of the $450 billion in contracts every year for Hubzone contracts. An overview of the new rules introduced in 2020 to benefit Hubzone companies will also be covered. \nRegister here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465739006907
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/federal-contracting-certification-hubzone-2/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230615T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T140000
DTSTAMP:20230417T225824Z
CREATED:20230417T225824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T225824Z
UID:5233-1686834000-1686837600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Estrategias de Precios Para Crecer tu Negocio
DESCRIPTION:El precio está directamente relacionado con las ganancias de tu negocio. Aprende estrategias de precios y cómo aplicarlas en tu negocio. \nCómo puedes comunicar tu estrategia de precios de manera efectiva? El precio de tu producto o servicio está directamente relacionado con las ganancias de tu negocio. El precio es la herramienta más flexible que tienes a tu disposición para impactar positivamente o negativamente tu negocio. Aprende estrategias de precios específicas para negocios nuevos o pequeños y cuales son las áreas más importante para tener en cuenta cuando estés creando o modificando tu estrategia de precios. Registrate para esta clase y aprende: \n– 3 tipos de objetivos de precios \n– Factores que determinan el precio \n– Estrategias de precios para negocios pequeños  \nRegístrese aquí: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/619260313267 \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.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/estrategias-de-precios-para-crecer-tu-negocio/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230613T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230613T120000
DTSTAMP:20230303T201711Z
CREATED:20230303T201710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T201711Z
UID:5068-1686654000-1686657600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business On Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \nIn this session we’ll show you how to: \n* Create or claim your Google Business Profile \n* Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps \n* Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers \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/570735373867 \n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230524T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230524T140000
DTSTAMP:20230417T232441Z
CREATED:20230417T232441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T232441Z
UID:5241-1684933200-1684936800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Tampa Bay WBC Virtual Networking - May 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 \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/619310944707 \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/tampa-bay-wbc-virtual-networking-may-2023/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Virtual,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T120000
DTSTAMP:20230417T225031Z
CREATED:20230417T225030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T225031Z
UID:5229-1684407600-1684411200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Don’t Overpay for Business Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Do you have the right insurance for your business? Let’s dive into what you need (and don’t need) to cover your business assets. \nThe purchase of Business Insurance can be complex and confusing. Have you overpaid for insurance? Do you have it at all? Do you know what’s needed to adequately cover your business? Does the thought of buying insurance scare you to the point that you’ve not even protected your business\, employees or business property? During this virtual workshop\, we will focus on teaching the different types of commercial insurance. From general liability to workers compensation and everything in between\, you will leave feeling confident to make an informed decision about your business insurance needs. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/615215384777 \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/dont-overpay-for-business-insurance/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T120000
DTSTAMP:20221110T220648Z
CREATED:20221110T220647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220648Z
UID:4491-1683630000-1683633600@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting for Veterans and Service Disabled VeteransEdit Reports Email More
DESCRIPTION:This class provides an overview of the SDVOSB Federal Contracting Program as well as Veteran Owned Small Business eligibility requirements. The government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the SDVOSB program. Joining the disabled veterans’ business program makes your business eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. You can still compete for contract awards under other socio-economic programs you qualify for. The Federal Government spent $20.6 billion on SDVOSB contracts in 2018. \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/465728545617
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/federal-contracting-for-veterans-and-service-disabled-veteransedit-reports-email-more/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T140000
DTSTAMP:20230417T224336Z
CREATED:20230417T224335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T224336Z
UID:5225-1683205200-1683208800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Learn about Free Business Resources
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will share free resources that will help your business grow. Learn about some wonderful free business resources that will help you launch and expand your business. Information will be shared about where to find information about grants\, loans\, business mentoring\, free online courses\, e-learning platforms and business templates. Resources provided by the Tampa Bay WBC\, the SBA and the Verizon Small Business Digital Readiness platform.  \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/615161573827 \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 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/learn-about-free-business-resources/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20230303T201401Z
CREATED:20230303T201401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T201401Z
UID:5064-1683025200-1683028800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work For You
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, you will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one\, this workshop will help you. \nIn this webinar we’ll cover:• What type of design works best for your organization• How to create a website that drives toward your business goals• How to make your website more search-friendly on Google. We will also introduce you to free Google tools that can all help you improve the likelihood that your ideal customer will find your website on Google. \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/569946313767
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/make-your-website-work-for-you/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230427T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230427T120000
DTSTAMP:20230131T010822Z
CREATED:20230131T010821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T010822Z
UID:4892-1682593200-1682596800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Como Hacer negocios con el condado de Hillsborough\, FL
DESCRIPTION:Beneficios de la certificación para hacer negocios con el condado de Hillsborough. \n Este taller cubrirá la elegibilidad y los requisitos para recibir la certificación del condado de Hillsborough. Aprenderá cómo las empresas certificadas maximizan sus oportunidades de subcontratación en proyectos del condado de Hillsborough. También aprenderá a navegar por el sitio web del condado para encontrar información sobre proyectos y los pasos a seguir para conectarse con los contratistas principales. \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/528539023447
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/como-hacer-negocios-con-el-condado-de-hillsborough-fl/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230420T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230420T160000
DTSTAMP:20230413T183309Z
CREATED:20230320T190043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T183309Z
UID:4739-1682002800-1682006400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Increase Your Confidence Through Networking
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will share tips to help you to become more confident when introducing yourself at networking events. \nNetworking events can be scary. Do you freeze up and not know what to say or how to explain your business? Or do you keep talking non-stop about yourself and your business because of a nervous energy or not knowing any better? You may have heard about the elevator pitch – being able to succinctly speak about your business within 30 seconds to two minutes. During the first part of this virtual workshop\, we will review the steps to help you become more confident at networking and how to create a powerful elevator pitch. We will also review conversation topics and questions to ask to improve your networking experience to help build relationships to collaboratively grow your business. In addition\, learn some tips and tricks to improve your overall confidence. The second part of the workshop will give participants time to practice networking skills in virtual breakout rooms.  \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/607678732447
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/increase-your-confidence-through-networking/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Virtual,Women's Business Centre,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T120000
DTSTAMP:20221110T220355Z
CREATED:20221110T220354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220355Z
UID:4487-1681210800-1681214400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business to the Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:This class focuses on improving your probability of being “found” by Federal contracting offices and large Federal Prime Contractors. The discussion includes:\n• Which website is used by contracting entities to source contractors• Which NAICS codes and how many should you use• What is a good “Capability Statement”• What is most important to a Contracting Officer and Selecting Official• How to improve your website\nPresenter:\nLonnie Koyama\, Lead Economic Development SpecialistSouth Florida District Office\, U.S. Small Business Administration \nReasonable 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/465721454407
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/marketing-your-business-to-the-federal-government-3/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230406T120000
DTSTAMP:20230310T232015Z
CREATED:20230310T231349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T232015Z
UID:5096-1680778800-1680782400@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Free Business Resources
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some wonderful free business resources that will help you launch and expand your business. Information will be shared about where to find information about grants\, loans\, business mentoring\, free online courses\, e-learning platforms and business templates. Resources provided by the Tampa Bay WBC\, the SBA and the Verizon Small Business Digital Readiness platform. \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/learn-about-free-business-resources-tickets-579533569507
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/free-business-resources/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T140000
DTSTAMP:20230210T210144Z
CREATED:20230210T210143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T210144Z
UID:4899-1680181200-1680184800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Business STAND OUT from the Crowd
DESCRIPTION:Identify your unique coordinates (selling points)Learn how to visually represent how your customers perceive your business from the competition. \nStand out from the crowd. Learn how to identify how your customers and prospects perceive your business in relation to the competition. Identify your unique coordinates (aka selling points) to get a clear idea of your marketing strategy to reach your final destination (aka your business goals). During this session\, you will learn about two key marketing concepts – positioning and perceptual mapping – that iconic brands like Coca-Cola\, Nike\, and Apple have used to get them to where they’re today. \nRegister Here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/539622464317 \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/make-your-business-stand-out-from-the-crowd/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230323T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230323T120000
DTSTAMP:20230131T005756Z
CREATED:20230131T005755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T005756Z
UID:4888-1679569200-1679572800@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with Hillsborough County
DESCRIPTION:Benefits of certification for doing business with Hillsborough County. \nThis workshop will cover eligibility and requirements to receive certification with Hillsborough County. You will learn how certified businesses maximize their opportunities for subcontracting in Hillsborough County projects. You will also learn about navigating the County’s website to find information on projects\, and steps to follow to make the connection with prime contractors. \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/528589073147
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/doing-business-with-hillsborough-county/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T120000
DTSTAMP:20221110T220041Z
CREATED:20221110T220040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220041Z
UID:4482-1678791600-1678795200@thecentre.org
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 by providing a level playing field for WOSBs to compete.\nThis 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. \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 TODAY https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465705717337 \n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/federal-contracting-certification-woman-owned-small-business-wosb-4/
CATEGORIES:Class,Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T120000
DTSTAMP:20230221T220024Z
CREATED:20230210T210842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T220024Z
UID:4903-1678359600-1678363200@thecentre.org
SUMMARY:Financial Statements & Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Every business has profitability as a key goal. Financial statements provide business owners with key information for successfully managing. \nThis workshop will give you with insight on factors that can impact your profit levels by focusing on cash flow management. You will learn what to look for on your financial statements and how to use them as a management information tool. Business owners will learn the three most important financial documents: balance sheets\, profit and loss statements\, and cash flow statements. At the end of the workshop\, business owners will have a better understanding of financial documents and how to forecast operating cash flow and determine the need for additional capital. This event is sponsored by TD Bank. \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/530796956987 \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/financial-statements-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Women's Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230215T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230215T140000
DTSTAMP:20230112T013242Z
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:20230207T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20221110T220123Z
CREATED:20221110T215626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220123Z
UID:4477-1675767600-1675771200@thecentre.org
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:20230124T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230124T120000
DTSTAMP:20221123T005018Z
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:20230119T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T120000
DTSTAMP:20221118T200456Z
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230117T120000
DTSTAMP:20221118T201121Z
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:20230110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230110T120000
DTSTAMP:20221220T231309Z
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:20221220T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221220T140000
DTSTAMP:20221123T021945Z
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:20221215T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221215T150000
DTSTAMP:20221207T182119Z
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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