Northeast WI Area Classes
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Starting a Business
Classes for those new to WWBIC or looking for training & resources to get their business started
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WWBIC offers a wide range of services. You will learn: information about business and financial capability courses and small business lending. (more…) Decide which business entity is the best fit for your business! You will learn the types of business entities and legal implications/tax requirements for each. (more…) In 8 weeks learn the fundamentals of running a business and develop a completed plan. This virtual series utilized online LivePlan & Zoom platforms, so access and computer skills are required. [Deposit required to reserve your spot] (more…) Your business plan is a critical tool for communication with potential funders and a guide to manage your business growth. You will learn: what goes into a business plan and how to get started. (more…) Learn about WWBIC’s services, including business education courses and business loans. You will be introduced to the range of services and support offered by WWBIC. (more…) Learn how to use your business plan as a platform to accelerate success. This class will give you a brief synopsis on what goes into a business plan, what’s important, and where to begin. (more…) Your business plan is a critical tool for communication with potential funders and a guide to manage your business growth. You will learn: what goes into a business plan and how to get started. (more…) Discover if becoming an entrepreneur is for you. You will learn how to assess and research your business idea, along with receive other tips and useful resources. (more…) Your business plan is a critical tool for communication with potential funders and a guide to manage your business growth. You will learn: what goes into a business plan and how to get started. (more…) Decide which business entity is the best fit for your business! You will learn the types of business entities and legal implications/tax requirements for each. (more…)
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Managing a Business
Classes for those who have recently launched a business.
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Join us to explore critical legal matters for new businesses. You will learn: selecting a business entity, co-ownership, legal aspects of financing a business, HR issues, developing and protecting intellectual property, commercial leases, and licensing and permitting. *In partnership with Marquette University Law School (more…) Join us to gain insight on how the different elements of your performance management approach can impact your culture, bring additional hurdles, and ultimately inspire a different approach to make this shift a success. You will learn: Goal setting, creating a culture of continuous feedback, how is mentorship and coaching part of your business strategy, (more…) Numbers aren’t for everyone. Join us to create 12 month cashflow and 3 year projection sheets for your business plan. (more…) Join us to learn the steps involved in starting and operating a chlidcare business. We will discuss an array of childcare related items from licensing to business practices. (more…) Join us for a focused discussion on customer service. Learn new skills to offer top-notch customer service and retention. (more…) Update your business with the use of exciting technologies. From software to square card readers, this class will show you how to use these tools to operate your business efficiently and smoothly. (more…)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Growing a Business
Classes for both new & experienced business owners to expand their learning and improve their results.
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Join us to explore strategies to get working ON your business and not IN your business. You will learn: organization skills, mentor development and team development, implementing simple systems & processes, and training and coaching techniques for employees. (more…) Leverage your presence on social media to actualize your business strategies and goals. Participants should have existing basic knowledge of social media platforms to fully benefit from this class. (more…) Join us to learn more about this business funding platform. You will learn: how KIVA works, and how KIVA & WWBIC work together to provide funding for your business! (more…) Developing a marketing plan for your small business will prove to be as beneficial as your business plan. You will learn how to research your market, target marketing, platforms for messaging and more. (more…)
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
8:00 am
Financial Capabilities
Classes for those looking to improve their personal finances. All WWBIC financial capability programs are FREE to attendees.
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Let’s explore budgeting made simple and how to manage your household spending plan if your budget doesn’t balance. (more…) Quickbooks is a powerful bookkeeping software for small business. Receive an introduction to setting up QuickBooks, navigating the program, and basic functions. One class for $50 or both Quickbooks 1 & 2 for $80 (Quickbooks level 2 scheduled for 3/28/20). (more…) Learn to input customers and vendors, create lists, add employees, process payroll, and pay bills. FEE: $50, or both for $85 (Quickbooks Level 1 scheduled 3/21/20). (more…) Get creative to stay within your household budget! You will learn how to use coupons and meal-prep strategies to save money. (more…) Quickbooks is a powerful bookkeeping software for small business. Receive an introduction to setting up QuickBooks, navigating the program, and basic functions. One class for $50 or both Quickbooks 1 & 2 for $80 (Quickbooks Level 2 scheduled for 6/3/20). (more…) Learn to input customers and vendors, create lists, add employees, process payroll, and pay bills. FEE: $50, or both for $85 (Quickbooks Level 1 scheduled 5/27/20). (more…)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
9:00 am - 11:00 am
9:00 am - 11:00 am
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ALL UPCOMING NORTHEASTERN WI AREA CLASSES
WWBIC offers a wide range of services. You will learn: information about business and financial capability courses and small business lending. (more…) Decide which business entity is the best fit for your business! You will learn the types of business entities and legal implications/tax requirements for each. (more…) Join us to explore strategies to get working ON your business and not IN your business. You will learn: organization skills, mentor development and team development, implementing simple systems & processes, and training and coaching techniques for employees. (more…) In 8 weeks learn the fundamentals of running a business and develop a completed plan. This virtual series utilized online LivePlan & Zoom platforms, so access and computer skills are required. [Deposit required to reserve your spot] (more…) Join us to explore critical legal matters for new businesses. You will learn: selecting a business entity, co-ownership, legal aspects of financing a business, HR issues, developing and protecting intellectual property, commercial leases, and licensing and permitting. *In partnership with Marquette University Law School (more…) Your business plan is a critical tool for communication with potential funders and a guide to manage your business growth. You will learn: what goes into a business plan and how to get started. (more…) Let’s explore budgeting made simple and how to manage your household spending plan if your budget doesn’t balance. (more…) Fueled by caffeine and passion, this networking event is for women focused on achieving something fresh for their business and themselves. This event encourages business professionals and entrepreneurs to build and grow meaningful connections. Each event features a local strong woman! (more…) Learn about WWBIC’s services, including business education courses and business loans. You will be introduced to the range of services and support offered by WWBIC. (more…) Join us to gain insight on how the different elements of your performance management approach can impact your culture, bring additional hurdles, and ultimately inspire a different approach to make this shift a success. You will learn: Goal setting, creating a culture of continuous feedback, how is mentorship and coaching part of your business strategy, (more…)
Upcoming Events
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6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
8:00 am - 9:30 am
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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WWBIC is an equal opportunity provider.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made upon request with at least two weeks’ notice. Please contact your local WWBIC office for arrangements. SBA programs are offered to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis