Wearable Technology for Your Workforce
Economic Development Core Facility 1805 Collaboration Place, Ames, IA, United StatesBeing a reputable employer can be a key to attract and retain your workforce. This interactive event will highlight technology solutions that can help companies combat workforce challenges. See first-hand how wearable technologies like wearable sensors and exoskeletons can help you identify and address ergonomic issues and increase safety.
Learn the advantages and roles these technologies can play in your company. This includes improving retention, improving engagement, and building a company culture.
DreamMaker
Online EventWriting a business plan can be intimidating. You’re juggling market research with competitor analysis, financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize, it’s easy to lose your drive.
DreamMaker Virtual makes it simpler.
Here’s what you’ll do during this 8-week online course:
Work to develop your business plan
Access online material as well as group + one-on-one virtual support
Build your professional network
Connect with others working toward the goal of business ownership
Learn from guest mentors (including CPAs, attorneys, marketing experts and other small business owners)
5 Strategies to Run a More Efficient Business
Online EventStarting and running a small business is no small task, but with the right strategies and tools, you can streamline your processes, increasing your productivity and ultimately leading to more profitability.
In this webinar, our expert presenters will provide a framework to help you implement these five cost-effective strategies so you can optimize your operations and continue to grow your business.
You will learn:
How to streamline your workflow, eliminate redundancies, and improve your operational processes
How to increase productivity by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities
How to identify financial inefficiencies and make the most of your current resources
Always Ready: Lending
Online EventAs a small business owner, you won’t ever really know the unexpected challenges or opportunities that await you in life and business. Always Ready: Lending is a working session for you to learn how to financially prepare your small business for the next step in your journey.
The Iowa Center staff will show you what you need to do to always be ready to make financial moves in your business, including applying for a loan or buying/selling new goods. This class is especially for you if you’ve ever been denied a loan or need a helping hand to get your financials on track.
Energy Trends Workshop
West Des Moines Marriott 1250 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesWith the need for residents and businesses to reduce their use of fossil fuels sooner rather than later, this one-day workshop focuses on current and future energy trends in Iowa. Sign up today to learn and grow your knowledge of energy conservation!
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.
West Des Moines Business Incubator Business Advice Series
Gravitate Valley Junction 318 5th St., Des Moines, IA, United StatesJoin the West Des Moines Business Incubator and Gravitate Coworking for a monthly series offering advice from experts in our community about a range of issues relevant for small businesses in Iowa. Past topics have included: types of financing, legal pitfalls to avoid, differentiating your brand and more.
Where: Gravitate Valley Junction
When: The second Tuesday of every month, over the lunch hour.
Small Business Month Webinar
Online EventEmployee Ownership Conference
DMACC Newton Campus Building 600 N 2nd Ave, Newton, IA, United StatesAdd this conference to your calendar and learn more about employee ownership from top employee ownership experts and experienced leaders from successful employee-owned companies. Get your questions answered and gather new ideas that will work for you. Several networking opportunities will connect you to your peers and service resource providers. Bring yourself or your team!
Mental Health and Mindfulness
Online EventOn May 17th, CIRAS will host HR Mental Health & Mindfulness. Learn to effectively manage what matters to your employees and organizations. Learn new tactics from colleagues with experience in process improvement, technology to support the workforce, job quality tools, workforce strategy, and HR practices, and how to be an employer of choice.
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