WEEK 2 | START SOMETHING SERIES | BEYOND THE BUSINESS PLAN: LEVERAGING YOUR SOCIOECONOMIC BACKGROUND AS A STRENGTH
Zoom EventThis installment of the Start Something Series will feature Kristie Moergen, Assistant Professor of Management at Iowa State University, and Katie Milligan, Heartland Forward. About the Session: Leveraging your Socioeconomic […]
OPEN TOPIC PROGRAM (SBIR/STTR) DEEP DIVE AND Q&A
Zoom EventThis event is open to Small Businesses and Government. Attend this weekly webinar hosted every Thursday at 12pm EST to learn about AFVentures Topics and Q&A about our program! UPDATED Schedule: April 27: 23.6 Open Topic Direct to Phase II (D2P2) AMA #3 Do you have questions about the 23.6 Open Topic Direct to Phase […]
How to Use Sales Funnels & Marketing Automation to Grow Your Business
Zoom EventA sales funnel is a marketing term describing where your customers are in their purchasing journey and what marketing tools you can use to guide potential customers from interest to purchase. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to use sales funnels to grow your business, automate your marketing tasks, create a complete customer journey map […]
WEEK 3 | START SOMETHING SERIES | BEYOND THE BUSINESS PLAN: ENTREPRENEURIAL PASSION
Zoom EventThis installment of the Start Something Series will feature Pol Hermann, Professor of Entrepreneurship at Iowa State, Mike Howard, Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at Iowa State, and Shane Grivich, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Chartspan. About the Session: Entrepreneurial Passion Entrepreneurial founders bring a unique sense of passion to the start-ups they create. […]
STOPFAKES ROADSHOW
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) 1963 Bell Avenue, Des Moines, United StatesThe STOPfakes.gov Roadshow delivers critically important information about intellectual property to the audience that needs it most - startups, entrepreneurs, small- and medium-sized businesses, independent creators and inventors. Participants will learn information vital to competing in an increasingly global environment. For more details and registration: cvent.me/51ZWgk.
Cyber Security for Small Businesses
Iowa Western Community College (SBDC) 2700 College Road Looft Hall, Council BluffsHighlight the importance of cybersecurity, data protection, and the steps small businesses can take to safeguard their information.
WEEK 4 | START SOMETHING SERIES | BEYOND THE BUSINESS PLAN: HOW ENTREPRENEURS THINK DIFFERENTLY
Zoom EventThis installment of the Start Something Series will feature Ileana Maldonado, Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at Iowa State University. About the Session: How Entrepreneurs Think Differently This presentation explores the distinct thought processes that set entrepreneurs apart from CEOs, delving into cognitive nuances, decision-making disparities, and innovative approaches. We draw comparisons between the […]
Trade Mission to Chile & Peru
IEDA will host a trade mission with our experienced in-market consultants to help Iowa companies evaluate markets, identify potential partners or customers, and have in-country meetings with qualified prospects in Chile and Peru. It is open to all interested Iowa companies across all industries. The mission will include: Initial consultation and export readiness review Market […]
WEEK 5 | START SOMETHING SERIES | BEYOND THE BUSINESS PLAN: THE 1ST DAYS – ENTREPRENEUR PERSONALITY AND NEW VENTURES
Zoom EventThis installment of the Start Something Series will feature Paul Sanchez, Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at Iowa State University. About the Session: The 1st Days – Entrepreneur Personality and New Ventures In this webinar sessions, we explore the dynamic interplay between entrepreneurial personalities and the crucial initial phase of launching new ventures. Join […]
2024 GovCon Conference
Richmond Marriott 500 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin Us for a full day of valuable insights into the government contracting industry. From navigating the procurement process and crafting compelling proposals to understanding necessary registrations, certifications, and cybersecurity requirements, this summit has it all. The day will also include networking opportunities, a keynote speech from an industry leader, and a Q&A session. Plus, […]