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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T120000
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CREATED:20221110T220647Z
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221206T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221206T150000
DTSTAMP:20221109T212519Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221115T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221115T140000
DTSTAMP:20221109T212647Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20221109T213555Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221108T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221108T120000
DTSTAMP:20221109T213453Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T120000
DTSTAMP:20221109T213518Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221025T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221025T110000
DTSTAMP:20221013T173702Z
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:20221018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221018T120000
DTSTAMP:20220803T185832Z
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:20221011T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221011T120000
DTSTAMP:20220727T181635Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221006T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221006T120000
DTSTAMP:20220803T184726Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220920T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220920T120000
DTSTAMP:20220713T234247Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T120000
DTSTAMP:20220713T233648Z
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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