Success Story
Miguel Ramirez
Miguel was referred to the SBDC by the Perrtyon Chamber of Commerce to get assistance opening a new tire shop in their town. He had 26 years of experience and was ready to get out on his own, but needed help getting financing. David Dickerson was able to help him with his all important financial projections in order to secure a loan with the bank.
Miguel's family is involved in the day-to-day running of the business and with their help, along with David's financial know-how, Miguel's business has grow tremendousley!
Business:
MTR Tires
Owners:
Miguel Ramirez
Location:
2500 S. Main
Perryton, TX
(806) 435-6453
Employees:
4FT Employees
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Seminars
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
This Free Workshop
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Develop a Business Concept
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Determine a Marketing Strategy
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Identify Business Operations
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Discuss legal structures
Oct. 21st 8:30-10:30 am
Oct. 23rd 5:00-7:00 pm
Oct. 30th 5:00-7:00 pm
The 23rd is a special financial edition for all small business owners or those who are thinking of starting a small business and need a little help understanding the financial aspects of starting and running your own business.
Call 372-5151 to RSVP
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US SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Managing Success in the 8(a) Business Development Program
Part 1 - Successful Business Practices
This Free Workshop Includes:
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Strategic Methods for 8(a) Contract Attainment
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Strong Foundation of Business Practices
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Leadership and Best Management Practices
Oct. 2nd 8:30-5:00 pm
Panhandle Regional Planning Commission
415 W 8th St., Amarillo
Register at
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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author and do not recessarily reflect the views fo the SBA.
Co-op 9.603001.Z0048.23
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Q&A: What You Need to Know to Run Your Business!
Q: Can I get a loan, or investment capital, if I have no accounting and financial records or projections?
A: Not likely. Banks and potential investors know that financial management is part of running a business. If you can't demonstrate your ability in this area, they won't deal with you. Find a professional to help you with this. First......
Q: What are some effective advertising techniques for creating a print ad?
Q: What are the most important financial facts I need to know to be a successful small business owner?
Q: What are some key questions to ask an employee candidate during an interview?
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The Entrepreneur Alliance is a non-profit alliance that connects Panhandle entrepreneurs with all available assistance by a single point-of-contact. This network is powered by eleven member organizations, including the SBDC!
Ashton Allison, the EA's Executive Director, wants to make sure that no entrepreneur is alone and that no business opportunity goes unrealized.
The EA offices are located in the SBDC at 701 S. Taylor in Amarillo. They can be reached at 806-322-0032 or by e-mail at ashton@entalliance.org.
Sign up today so you can take advantage of the many services and resources the Entrepreneur Alliance offers on their website at www.getyourdream.org! |
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We're pround to introduce a new earch engine on our website. AskJim is the world's first website dedicated solely to answering small business questions.
You can search general business questions, narrow the field down to a specific topic like Marketing or Business Start-Up, or just view a list of questions under each category. You might find the answer to a question you didn't even know you needed to ask!
Visit our website at www.wtsbdc.com to take advantage of this service. |
Did you know....
We have a mobile website!
Check out our newly updated mobile site at www.wtsbdc.mobi.
There aren't any flashy pictures to confuse your phone and best of all you can check out upcoming seminars, find out more about what we can do for you, or send us an e-mail! |
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Entrepreneur Alliance
presents
BILL RANCIC
Winner of the 1st Season of Donald Trump's
The Apprentice
Join us for this Free Public Kick-Off Event for the
Entrepreneur Alliance
Thursday, November 13th
Virgil Patterson Auditorium
701 S. Taylor, Amarillo
7:00 pm
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 THE PLAINS Regional Economic Development Summit
Join the Texas Department of Agriculture and their co-presenters to discuss and learn more about the following hot topics concerning community growth and development in our area.
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Wind Energy Basics: Past & Present - David Carr, Alternative Energy Institute, West Texas A&M University
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How Entrepreneur Ready Communities Grow Local Businesses - Dr. Greg Clary, Agrilife Extension Service
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Rural Housing Success Stories: Panel Presentation by the Cities of Levelland, Hereford, and Pampa
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Go Texan Certified Retirement Community - Sherri Gothart-Barron, Texas Department of Agriculture
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When Hollywood Comes to Town - Carol Pirie, Texas Film Commission
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Texas Capital Fund - Karl Young, Texas Department of Agriculture
Tuesday, October 7th, 2008
Hazel B. Kelley Alumni Banquet Hall - Canyon, Texas
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost is $20 per person which includes breakfast and lunch where Commissioner Todd Staples will make a presentation. Register online. |
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Quote of the Month
"If you want to understand entrepreneurs you have to study the psychology of the juvenile delinquent. They don't have the same anxiety triggers that we have."
Abraham Zaleznik |
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