Events Calendar

Saturday, May 19, 2012 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Business Kit - Know It Today

Sat, 19 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

You will learn the basics for starting your own small,
minority or women-owned business.
The following topics will be covered: Smart Start Your Business, Preparing a Business Plan, SBA Programs,
Loans and Financing, Managing Your Money, Marketing, IRS Regulations and Grant Availability.

Small Business Information Center (SBIC)
Hillsborough County Economic Development

To register go to https://sbic.hillsboroughcounty.org or call 813-914-4028, Option #4

Monday, May 21, 2012 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM - 2012 Speed Consulting in Tampa (a National Small Business Week Event), Monday, May 21, 2012

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:30:00 GMT

2012 Small Business Week Growth Conference Monday May 21, 2012 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM In honor of National Small Business Week, the Small Business Development Center hosts its annual Growth Conference, in six locations, so you can gain the tools and learn the strategies to grow your business. Join us at the Hillsborough location on May 21 for a morning of speed consulting with business experts who can give you practical insight toward growing your business. Schedule: 7:30-8:15 Wells Fargo breakfast 8:15-10:30 Speed consulting with the Small Business Resource Network's top-tier consultants, including attorneys, accountants, insurance agents and bankers.
Speaker: Several Speakers
Co-Sponsor: Wells Fargo, SBA
Fee: Free
Sign Up Now! http://www.sbdctampabay.com/training/hillsborough-tampa-training

Tuesday, May 22, 2012 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM - Cafe con Leche

Tue, 22 May 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Join the Tampa Bay Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for our May "Cafe con Leche" at the offices of Patricia Gomez.

This is a great opportunity to meet other chamber members and expand your business network.

Patricia will share great information about their business, while you are enjoying some good coffee and pastries.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM - Building the Ultimate Business Plan

Tue, 29 May 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Topic: Business Basics
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture, raising funds or growing your business. Receive all the tools necessary to complete a practical business plan, including a copy of the Ultimate Business Planner software. Our expert advice simplifies conducting necessary research to make decisions and develop financial projections. Don't be intimidated, take the first step.
Speaker: Jim Parrish
Fee: $ 90.00

Sign Up Now! http://www.sbdctampabay.com/training/hillsborough-tampa-training

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Business Taxes

Wed, 30 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Topic: Tax Planning
There's no way to get around it-every business must report taxes. But how you pay your taxes all depends on the type of business you have. This class will explore the taxation process and filing requirements for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations.
Speaker: Pearl Para
Fee: $ 10.00

Sign Up Now! http://www.sbdctampabay.com/training/hillsborough-tampa-training

Thursday, May 31, 2012 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM - Starting Your Business

Thu, 31 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Topic: Start-up Assistance
You've got the idea. Now you need to know how get on your way. Starting Your Business is a class that teaches just that. From how to determine feasibility and legal structure to the type of license you will need, this class covers all the essentials that will help you get started.
Speaker: Marty Zients
Fee: $ 25.00

Sign Up Now! http://www.sbdctampabay.com/training/hillsborough-tampa-training

Saturday, June 02, 2012 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Business Kit - Know It Today

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Thursday, June 14, 2012 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Monthly Chamber Luncheon - International Trade

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:30:00 GMT

Join us at our next monthly chamber luncheon. A great opportunity to meet other Chamber members and expose your business to other business owners.

If you haven't been to a Chamber meeting lately, now's the time to come and see for yourself what the buzz is all about. Members and non-members are welcome. Please help spread the news and bring a friend.

Saturday, June 16, 2012 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Business Kit - Know It Today

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMT