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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

 

ASBDC Lead Center

To register for any of the following programs, contact the ASBDC 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, June 10, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
719 Harkrider
Conway
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 your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format. **Attend this seminar and "Starting a Business in Arkansas" on the same day and receive a discount, plus a boxed lunch.**

Speaker: ASBDC Representative and First State Bank Representative

Cosponsor: First State Bank

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Friday, July 25, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2801 S. University Ave.
Little Rock
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 your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Speaker: ASBDC Representative and Metropolitan National Bank Representative

Cosponsor: Metropolitan National Bank

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, August 07, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2801 S. University Ave.
Little Rock
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 your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format. **Attend this seminar and "Starting a Business in Arkansas" on the same day and receive a discount, plus a boxed lunch.**

Speaker: ASBDC Representative and Metropolitan National Bank Representative

Cosponsor: Metropolitan National Bank

 

UA Fayetteville SBDC

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

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
3942 Elm Springs Rd.
Map and directions
Springdale
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: ASBDC Representative

 

Productivity Secrets for Entrepreneurs
Thursday, May 29, 2008
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Walker Hall, Room 203
Map and directions
Fayetteville
Cost: $30

Seminar Highlights: Life becomes increasingly hectic for entrepreneurs who must balance the demands of business and family. Fortunately there are strategies to help! This fun-filled interactive seminar will include tips on how to delegate (at work and at home), prioritize your tasks, manage your schedule, communicate more effectively, put more fun in your day and even be in two places at once (just kidding)! You will leave this seminar with a new awareness on how to balance your life for less stress at work, more efficiency at home and more time for you!

Speaker: Kim Hodous, President, Balanced Working Mom

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Thursday, June 12, 2008
9:00 a.m. - Noon
317 W. Walnut
Map and directions
Rogers
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: Mark Kidd, Kidd Accounting and Management Consulting

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Thursday, July 17, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the Square
Map and directions
Bentonville
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: ASBDC Representative

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Walker Hall , Room 203
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.

Speaker: Mark Kidd, Kidd Accounting and Management Consulting

 

ASU Jonesboro SBDC

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

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
9:00 a.m. - Noon
2905 King Street

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, ASU SBDC Business Consultant

Cosponsor: EAPDD; Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, July 24, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
5504 Krueger Drive
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, ASU SBDC Business Consultant

Cosponsor: EAPDD; Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2905 King Street
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, ASU SBDC Business Consultant

Cosponsor: EAPDD; Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce

 

SAU Magnolia SBDC

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

How To Write A Business Plan
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Camden

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: CABS

 

Financial Strategies for Your Business Plan
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Texarkana

Seminar Highlights: So you aren't good with numbers? It is easier than you think. This seminar will take the mystery out of financial reporting. Participants will learn financial forecasting and the interrelationships between income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Speaker: Paul Considine

Cosponsor: Texarkana Chamber

 

Financial Strategies for Your Business Plan
Monday, June 09, 2008
5:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Texarkana

Seminar Highlights: So you aren't good with numbers? It is easier than you think. This seminar will take the mystery out of financial reporting. Participants will learn financial forecasting and the interrelationships between income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Speaker: Paul Considine

Cosponsor: Texarkana Chamber

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, August 14, 2008
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hope
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: UACCH

 

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, August 21, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
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, Magnolia Alliance, and GTEDC

 

HSU Arkadelphia SBDC

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

Introduction to First Step FastTrac®
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Gurdon

Seminar Highlights: Session 1: You will define personal vision and goals . There will also be an introduction of the Model Business Reality Check. One-time $25 applications fee covers all sessions. APPLY NOW LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

Speaker: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: City of Gurdon, Southern Financial Partners, Cabe Foundation, & Clark Couty

 

First Step FastTrac®: Communicating the Business Concept
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Gurdon

Seminar Highlights: Session 2: Transform business ideas into business concept statements . One -time $25 Application fee covers all sessions. APPLY NOW LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

Speaker: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Cosponsors: City of Gurdon, Southern Financial Partners, Cabe Foundation & Clark County

 

First Step FastTrac®: Gathering Information for Feasibility
Thursday, May 22, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Gurdon

Seminar Highlights: Session 3: Feedback on business concept statements and consider personal financial readiness. One -time $25 Application fee covers all sessions. APPLY NOW LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

Speaker: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Cosponsors: City of Gurdon, Southern Financial Partners, Cabe Foundation & Clark County

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Thursday, May 29, 2008
4:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
659 Ouachita Ave
Hot Springs, AR 71902
Map and directions
Hot Springs National
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: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Monday, July 07, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Arkadelphia
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: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Henderson State University

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Monday, July 21, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Map and directions
Malvern
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: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Ouachita Technical College

 

First Step FastTrac®: Plan for Further Action: Next Steps
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Gurdon

Seminar Highlights: Session 11: Tools to complete the feasibility plan and key financial resources. One -time $25 Application fee covers all sessions. APPLY NOW LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

Speaker: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Cosponsors: City of Gurdon, Southern Financial Partners, Cabe Foundation & Clark County

 

First Step FastTrac®: Feasibility Plan
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Gurdon

Seminar Highlights: Session 12: Graduation and Executive Summary Presentation. One -time $25 Application fee covers all sessions. APPLY NOW LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

Speaker: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Cosponsors: City of Gurdon, Southern Financial Partners, Cabe Foundation & Clark County

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Map and directions
Arkadelphia
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: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Henderson State University

 

How to Write a Business Plan
Friday, August 29, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Map and directions
Malvern
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: HSU SBDC Representative

Cosponsor: Malvern Chamber of Commerce

 

UA-Monticello SBDC

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

How To Write A Business Plan
Thursday, May 22, 2008
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
1900 S Hazel
Pine Bluff
Cost: $35

Seminar Highlights: Whether you're starting or have an established business, you need to define your concept, evaluate the competition, determine the risks, and estimate the costs. We recommend our "Starting a Business in Arkansas" seminar first.

Speaker: Kathryn Peacock, Center Director

Cosponsor: SCORE

 

 

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