GREELEY/WELD

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

October 2009 News & Events

Greetings! Please review this publication for information on initiatives at the Greeley/Weld SBDC and take advantage of the many opportunities to get involved with your business community!
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MEET THE NEW OFFICE ASSISTANT
Michelle Alden joined the Greeley/Weld SBDC team in September 2009 as an Office Assistant. She is pursuing an Elementary Education major at the University of Northern Colorado with a Spanish concentration. Michelle spent the summer studying Spanish language and culture in Malaga, Spain and is looking forward to applying her skills to her new position.  
UPCOMING EVENTS
BUSINESS START-UP ORIENTATION
Interested in turning a business idea into a reality? Attend this free workshop to learn more about the prerequisites and planning required to start a business. It is recommended that those who have not yet started a business attend this class before pursuing individualized counseling with the Greeley/Weld SBDC.   
 
DATE: October 12, 2009 and November 9, 2009
TIME: 5:30-8:00pm
LOCATION: Aims Downtown Center, 815 8th Avenue, RM 206
COST: FREE
RSVP by calling the Greeley/Weld SBDC at 970-352-3661
 
The Business Start-Up Orientation is held on a monthly basis. This date is subject to change. For more information, please contact the Greeley/Weld SBDC. 
 

MARKETING, SALES & NETWORKING
Things that may be hard to hear but will help your business in this economy! Experienced marketer and dynamic presenter Tanis Roeder will discuss unique strategies to break through the clutter in sales, networking, and marketing processes. This workshop is sure to provide you with interesting insight, usable techniques, and a more positive attitude about your business in this economy! 
 
DATE: October 13, 2009
TIME: 1:00-3:00pm
LOCATION: Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone CO 80504
COST: $25 includes refreshments
REGISTER with the Carbon Valley Chamber at 303-833-5933

 

BUSINESS PLANNING
Learn how to set effective goals and objectives for your business, financially forecast, and identify your niche! Details for this interactive seminar are still being determined. Contact the Greeley/Weld SBDC for more information.
 
DATE: November 19, 2009
TIME: 1:00-3:00pm
LOCATION: Austin's Homestead Bar & Grill, Windsor CO
COST: $20 includes refreshments
 
*This date and time are subject to change. 
For questions or comments about the information provided in this e-newsletter, please contact the Greeley/Weld SBDC. Thank you for your continued support and involvement. We enjoy working with you!

Sincerely,
The Staff of the Greeley/Weld SBDC
970-352-3661 
In This Issue
SBDC Expands Staff
Upcoming Events
Community Counseling
Talking Business
COUNSELING IN THE COMMUNITY
 
Windsor Chamber of Commerce:
Oct 2,6,13,20,27
Nov 3,10,17
 
Firestone Chamber of Commerce:
October 1
November 5
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CO-HOSTED BY DICK PICKETT, DIRECTOR OF THE GREELEY/WELD SBDC & LARRY BURKHARDT, PRESIDENT OF UPSTATE COLORADO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
 
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