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Business Planning Calendar

If you have not started a business, we recommend you attend "Starting a Business in Arkansas" before attending these seminars.


ASBDC Online Learning Programs

These online learning programs require about 3-hours to complete. To register for any of the following programs, contact the ASBDC Lead Center at 1-800-862-2040 or (501) 324-9043 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

Crafting a Business Plan
Anytime you desire
Anywhere you have Internet access
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: This online course is about the craft of creating a plan for your business. The business plan is the essential document used to raise money for a business and communicate your business vision and strategy to your management team, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders. more

 

Creating Financial Projections
Anytime you desire
Anywhere you have Internet access
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: This online course provides a comprehensive how-to look at creating projected income statements, cash flow statements, and balance sheets. An essential skill in securing outside financing and in managing a business. more

 

Creating a Loan Package
Anytime you desire
Anywhere you have Internet access
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: This online course details the exact set of steps necessary in preparing a comprehensive loan package request. Each of the forms and requirements are explained and included. From initial readiness tests to help with advanced topics such as U.S. Small Business Administration loans, this online course lays it on the line concerning what a lender is really looking for and how they evaluate loan requests. more

 

Choosing a Legal Structure
Anytime you desire
Anywhere you have Internet access
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: Every new venture has to work the complex decision of what legal structure to choose for the business. This online course breaks down this decision into its essential characteristics simplifying the decision-making process. more

 

ASBTDC Lead Center

To register for any of the following programs, contact the ASBTDC Lead Center at 1-800-862-2040 or 501-683-7700 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2801 S. University Ave
Little Rock
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "How to Write a Business Plan." No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative and SCORE Representative

Cosponsor: SCORE

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, April 06, 2010
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2801 S. University Ave.
Little Rock
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "How to Write a Business Plan." No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative and SCORE Representative

Cosponsor: SCORE

UA, Fayetteville SBTDC

To register for any of the following programs, contact the UA, Fayetteville SBTDC at (479) 575-5148 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
University of Arkansas Reynolds Center 202 Fayetteville, AR 72701
Map and directions
Fayetteville
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses should have a written plan. A business plan helps to define concepts, evaluate the competition, analyze markets, determine risks and estimate financial potential. Business plans are required to obtain a small business loan. This in-depth seminar discusses the business planning process in detail. Participants will learn about the importance of planning and the elements that go into a good plan. For new entrepreneurs, Starting a Business in Arkansas is recommended as a first step. Registration is Required.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Jones Center for Families 922 E. Emma Ave Springdale, AR 72764
Map and directions
Springdale
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan. A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format. 50+ page workbook included! Registration is Required.

Speaker: ASBDC Representative

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
University of Arkansas Reynolds Center 202 Fayetteville, AR 72701
Map and directions
Fayetteville
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses should have a written plan. A business plan helps to define concepts, evaluate the competition, analyze markets, determine risks and estimate financial potential. Business plans are required to obtain a small business loan. This in-depth seminar discusses the business planning process in detail. Participants will learn about the importance of planning and the elements that go into a good plan. For new entrepreneurs, Starting a Business in Arkansas is recommended as a first step. Registration is Required.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative

ASU Jonesboro SBTDC

To register for any of the following programs, contact the ASU Jonesboro SBTDC at (870) 972-3517 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

Business Plans & Market Research
Thursday, April 29, 2010
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
319 University Loop West, Rm. 110
Jonesboro
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: All businesses need a business plan. A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format for existing businesses.

Speaker: Laura Miller, SBTDC Lead Consultant

Cosponsor: EAPDD; Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce

SAU Magnolia SBTDC

To register for any of the following programs, contact the SAU Magnolia SBTDC at (870) 235-5033 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, February 18, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
SAU Business Building Room 107
Magnolia
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: SAU ASBDC Representative

Cosponsor: BancorpSouth and GTEDC

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
OPED 618 Adams
Camden
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: SAU ASBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: CABS

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, April 08, 2010
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
111 W Main Street
El Dorado
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: SAU ASBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: El Dorado Chamber, SCORE, and GTEDC

HSU Arkadelphia SBTDC

To register for any of the following programs, contact the HSU Arkadelphia SBTDC at (870) 230-5184 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
HSU Mooney Hall Room 307
Arkadelphia
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses should have a written plan. A business plan helps to define concepts, evaluate the competition, analyze markets, determine risks and estimate financial potential. Business plans are required to obtain a small business loan. This in-depth seminar discusses the business planning process in detail. Participants will learn about the importance of planning and the elements that go into a good plan. For new entrepreneurs, Starting a Business in Arkansas is recommended as a first step.

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: HSU

First Step FastTrac: Communicating the Business Concept
Thursday, February 11, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 2: Transform business ideas into business concept statements. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Center Director

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
CCCUA- Nashville 1558 U.S. 371 Nashville, AR
Nashville
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses should have a written plan. A business plan helps to define concepts, evaluate the competition, analyze markets, determine risks and estimate financial potential. Business plans are required to obtain a small business loan. This in-depth seminar discusses the business planning process in detail. Participants will learn about the importance of planning and the elements that go into a good plan. For new entrepreneurs, Starting a Business in Arkansas is recommended as a first step.

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: Cossatot Community College UA and Nashville Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Gathering Information for Feasibility
Thursday, February 18, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 3: Feedback on business concept statements and consider personal financial readiness. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Kelly Massey, HSU SBTDC Business Consultant

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Product and Services
Monday, February 22, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 4: Describe product/services including features, benefits, and uniqueness. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Market Analysis: Industry and Competition
Thursday, February 25, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 5: Focus on opportunities in the industry and evaluate competition Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Market Analysis: Market Segments & Strategies
Thursday, March 04, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 6: Define target markets and develop marketing strategies. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Price and Profitability: Pricing and Product/Service Cost
Monday, March 08, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 7: Pricing strategies and the affect prices have on profitability; break-even analysis. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Kelly Massey, HSU SBTDC Business Consultant

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Price and Profitability: Profits
Thursday, March 11, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 8: Difference between profits and cash; determining start-up cost. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: HSU SBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Price and Profitability: Cash Flow
Thursday, March 18, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 9: Using the Cash flow Report to evaluate feasibility; key legal issues; sales projection tools. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: Lonnie Jackson, HSU SBTDC Center Director

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Plan for Further Action: Resources for Success
Monday, March 22, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 10: Finalizing the Cash flow Report and key accounting issues. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: HSU SBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
HSU Mooney Hall
Arkadelphia
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: No matter how large or small, all businesses should have a written plan. A business plan helps to define concepts, evaluate the competition, analyze markets, determine risks and estimate financial potential. Business plans are required to obtain a small business loan. This in-depth seminar discusses the business planning process in detail. Participants will learn about the importance of planning and the elements that go into a good plan. For new entrepreneurs, Starting a Business in Arkansas is recommended as a first step.

Speaker: Leah Hasley, HSU SBTDC Training Coordinator

Cosponsor: HSU

First Step FastTrac: Plan for Further Action: Next Steps
Monday, March 29, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 10: Finalizing the Cash flow Report and key accounting issues. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: HSu SBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

First Step FastTrac: Feasibility Plan
Thursday, April 01, 2010
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave. Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs National

Seminar Highlights: Session 12: Graduation and Executive Summary Presentation. Cost: One time $99 application fee (includes all 12 sessions).

Speaker: HSU SBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: Southern Bancorp and The Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

UA-Monticello SBTDC

To register for any of the following programs, contact the UA-Monticello SBTDC at (870) 222-4900 or click on the Register Now button to register online.

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, February 18, 2010
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce, 507 S. Main, Stuttgart, AR 72160
Stuttgart
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "How to Write a Business Plan." No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
UAM College of Technology - Crossett, 1326 HWY 52 West, Crossett, Arkansas 71635
Crossett
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "How to Write a Business Plan." No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
SEARK Workforce Development Center, 1900 Hazel Street, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Pine Bluff
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "How to Write a Business Plan." No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBTDC Representative

Cosponsor: SEARK Workforce Development Center

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