Please call 989-723-5149 to register
(Minimum enrollments needed for some events)
Note: Call or email ( pharkema@shiawasseechamber.org )
for updates and additions.
Writing a Business Plan—Tuesday, February 21
If you want to open and run a business successfully, a business plan allows you to be an effective business owner. Project costs, plan marketing strategies, set short and long-term goals, prepare for that important meeting with potential creditors. The SBTDC consultant will show you each step of the planning process.
Presenter: SBTDC Consultant
6:30-8:30 p.m., Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. Printing charge of $5 at the door.
Business Services Provided by Career Alliance/Michigan Works!—Tuesday, March 6
Is there a better way to hire and train new employees? Most employers hire on qualifications and fire on “fit”. Answers to the questions of ‘can the person do the job; will the person do the job; and how will the person do the job,’ may be found with JobFit, a Career Alliance tool. JobFit, Talent Bank, the MEDC Job Portal, located at hiremi.org, and other employment services available through Career Alliance will be presented and discussed. Recent changes in federal and state legislation present both opportunities and challenges, we invite you get up to date by attending this session.
Presenters: Sharon Bowen and Carol Piesko, Genesee Shiawassee Michigan Works/Career Alliance, Inc.
6:00-7:00 p.m., Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce, 215 N Water St, Owosso. Please call (989) 723-5149 to register by Friday, March 3. There is no charge, but pre-registration is essential.
Fundamentals of Starting a Small Business—Tuesday, March 20
You see a need; you have a passion or a hidden talent. Do you know what it takes to turn that enthusiasm into a successful business? This seminar is for individuals considering self-employment or at the beginning stages of starting a business. Get focused. Get motivated. Be informed.
Presenter: SBTDC Consultant
6:00-8:00 p.m., Durand Chamber of Commerce, 109 N Saginaw St, Durand. Printing charge of $5 at the door.
Writing a Business Plan—Tuesday, April 17
If you want to open and run a business successfully, a business plan allows you to be an effective business owner. Project costs, plan marketing strategies, set short and long-term goals, prepare for that important meeting with potential creditors. The SBTDC consultant will show you each step of the planning process.
Presenter: SBTDC Consultant
6:30-8:30 p.m., Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. Printing charge of $5 at the door.
The Wonderful World of Human Resources—Thursday, May 3
Human Resources can be confusing, but our consultant will assist your small business with many common issues—problems from hiring to discharge. She is happy to answer any questions you may have. “Everything you wanted to know about HR and were brave enough to ask!”
Presenter: Julie Rosa-Mueller, Your HR Pro, Inc.
6:00 – 7:30, Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $15
Fundamentals of Starting a Small Business—Tuesday, May 22
You see a need; you have a passion or a hidden talent. Do you know what it takes to turn that enthusiasm into a successful business? This seminar is for individuals considering self-employment or at the beginning stages of starting a business. Get focused. Get motivated. Be informed.
Presenter: SBTDC Consultant
6:00-8:00 p.m., Perkins Library, 11904 E Lennon Rd, Lennon. Printing charge of $5 at the door.
Writing a Business Plan—Tuesday, June 5
If you want to open and run a business successfully, a business plan allows you to be an effective business owner. Project costs, plan marketing strategies, set short and long-term goals, prepare for that important meeting with potential creditors. The SBTDC consultant will show you each step of the planning process.
Presenter: SBTDC Consultant
6:30-8:30 p.m., Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. Printing charge of $5 at the door.