Des Moines Lyceum: What Do We Owe Our Local Environment?
Gravitate 500 Locus St., Des Moines, IA, United StatesThe news is often occupied with stories of large-scale pollution and natural disasters, but what about the needs of our environment, right here, where we live? Our livelihoods and communities exist and draw from the land, air, and water among which they were built. What is unique about our local natural environment, what endangers it, what can we do to preserve and enhance it for the next generation?
Preparing a Winning Proposal
Online EventSuccess in government contracting requires that you convince a government agency that you are the best choice to fill any particular need. Doing that requires knowing how the system works, who to deal with, the rules, and how to cast yourself in the best light.
CIRAS can help you with that. In this virtual workshop, you'll learn everything from how to read and answer an RFP, to tips for organizing your proposal and getting questions answered. You'll also learn how to avoid some of the most common mistakes.
Selling to the Federal Government Market
Online EventIn this webinar, SCORE expert business mentor and retired Northrup Grumman executive Karen Williams will take you through the steps to sell to the federal government.
In this webinar you will learn:
How to conduct market research to identify opportunities
About identifying subcontracting opportunities
How to market your product / service to prime contractors
Top Five for Small Business: How to use Your Expertise to Talk to Your Audience
Online EventIn this presentation, Merkle Retirement Planning CEO Loren Merkle will talk about how to produce content that increases awareness and trust while positioning you as an expert to your audience. Topics include choosing platforms, creating content, developing a strategy to reach your audience, and more!
Gravitate Community Happy Hour
Gravitate 500 Locus St., Des Moines, IA, United StatesCheck out our coworking spaces, meet other community members and harness the collaborative energy that comes from all of our events!
Join us from 4:30-6:30 PM for a social filled with art, light snacks, wine and and local beer.
State Small Business Credit Initiative Roadshow
Various LocationsJoin Americas SBDC and Iowa Economic Development Authority on June 5th and 6th as they kick off the SSBCI Roadshow! Featuring speakers from IEDA, SBDC Iowa, Innoventure Iowa, and VentureNet Iowa will give information on the State Small Business Credit Initiative and how you can get involved.
Roadshow stops include:
June 5, 2023 - 9 AM: Kirkendall Public Library Council Chambers
1250 SW District Dr., Ankeny, IA
June 5, 2023 - 2 PM: Indian Hills Community College Regional Entrepreneurship Center
1530 Truman St., Ottumwa, IA
June 6, 2023 - 9 AM Kirkwood Continuing Education Training Center
101 50th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
June 6, 2023 - 2 PM Eastern IA Community College Urban Campus Community Room
101 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA
Register: Please email Audra Fisher at [email protected] to RSVP to the stop you would like to attend or call 515-294-0041 if you have any questions.
Small Business Essential: Making the Most of Vendor Markets
Online EventThe vendor market community is a great place to start and grow your small business, but what can you do to prepare and make the most of your experience?
EntreFest
Pedestrian Mall 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA, United StatesJune 8th-9th is EntreFEST! This two-day conference celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation. Professionals at every level can come together, share ideas, and share their own success with others. Looking to attend?
Iowa Business Tax Webinar: Using GovConnectIowa for Business Owners and Tax Professionals
Online EventRegister now for the June Iowa Business Tax Webinar to learn more about navigating GovConnectIowa, filing a tax return, making electronic payments, ways to contact the department, and more!
ILC Lean Learning Center
Online EventILC Lean Learning Hour is an online event where those interested in continuous improvement gather to learn and share knowledge in a structured and efficient way. This month, we're hosting a unique no-homework book club where you can come and discuss your favorite books, podcasts, or other resources that have helped you improve YOU. Be prepared to share key learnings and insights from these resources with other attendees during the session.
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