Seminar Highlights: The U.S. Small Business Administration loan program has helped thousands of small companies get started, expand, and prosper. This seminar will discuss what an SBA loan is, eligibility requirements, and how to apply for a loan with the SBA. Those seeking to finance new business start-ups or business purchases and those seeking to expand their business are encouraged to attend. This event is free to attendees through a co-sponsorship with by United Federal Credit Union. Lunch is included, seating is limited, and registration is required.

Speaker: Johnna Bach, U.S. Small Business Administration

Co-sponsor: United Federal Credit Union, Fianna Hills Country Club

Seminar Highlights: Participants will acquire knowledge of the more advanced features of QuickBooks including tracking inventory, accounts payable and receivable, and generating reports. A basic working knowledge of QuickBooks is needed to attend this seminar. A computer will be provided for each participant for use during this interactive session. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor:  

Seminar Highlights: The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center presents "Get Listed Locally." Is your business receiving the hits it should when someone searches for your product or service on the internet? See how you can claim your online listing through the multiple online search engine sites and learn how to claim a business and list it for free. A computer will be provided during the seminar for each participant to teach attendees how to increase their online presence. This seminar is offered at no cost due to a joint partnership with Connect Arkansas, a private, non-profit corporation dedicated to increasing high-speed internet and adoption throughout Arkansas. Only 10 seats available. Admission is free, but registration is required.

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor: Connect Arkansas

Seminar Highlights: This seminar introduces QuickBooks to small business owners with little or no experience. Topics include: setting up a new company, chart of accounts overview, working with lists, and how to view transactions records and find information in your company file. A computer will be provided for use during this interactive seminar. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Larissa Miller, Beall Barclay & Company

Co-sponsor: Beall Barclay & Company

Seminar Highlights: Many business owners consider marketing to be just advertising and selling. They don't consider additional techniques that are available to them. In this fast-paced, idea-generating presentation, the speaker shares approaches that are not only practical and low cost, but also effective for any size business. Among the techniques to be covered are: image development, customer service, promotion, public relations, networking, advertising, and cross promoting. The seminar provides additional ideas that can be used immediately to see a difference in the bottom line. Registration is required and Paris Chamber of Commerce members receive a $10 discount.

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor: Paris Chamber of Commerce, First National Bank of Paris

Seminar Highlights: Any business can provide basic customer service, but not every business owner wants or has the knowledge to get to the next level--exceeding your customer's expectations. In this program business owners and their employees will learn what it takes to work as a team to deliver service that will keep customers coming back again and again. Seating is limited and registration is required. Clarksville Chamber of Commerce members receive a $10 discount!

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor: Clarksville Chamber of Commerce

Seminar Highlights: Many of the questions entrepreneurs have about starting a business in Arkansas are answered in this workshop. Find out the major steps crucial to starting a business; identify key issues that affect small business success and learn start-up requirements. Learn some of the common pitfalls that affect entrepreneurs. Workshop includes a how-to New Business Guide and handouts relevant to each participant's county licensing requirements. Registration is required and veterans attend free of charge.

Speaker: Nathan George, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor:  

Seminar Highlights: Participants will acquire knowledge of the more advanced features of QuickBooks including tracking inventory, accounts payable and receivable, and generating reports. A basic working knowledge of QuickBooks is required to attend this seminar. A computer will be provided for each participant for use during this interactive session. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Larissa Miller, Beall Barclay & Company

Co-sponsor: Beall Barclay & Company

Seminar Highlights: Participants will learn to set up the necessary information to use the payroll features in QuickBooks. Topics include payroll set-up, tracking employee time, issuing paychecks, paying liabilities and producing required payroll reports. A computer will be provided for each participant during this interactive session. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor:  

Seminar Highlights: Advanced QuickBooks is a hands-on workshop geared toward experienced QuickBooks users with an emphasis on enhancing the basics of day-to-day usage. In addition to a review of analyzing financial data and inventory tracking, participants will learn to work with estimates, progress invoices, custom forms, custom reports, and other features in QuickBooks. A computer will be provided for each participant during this interactive session. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Ronda Hawkins, ASBTDC

Co-sponsor:  

Seminar Highlights: Participants will learn to set up the necessary information to use the payroll features in QuickBooks. Topics include payroll set-up, tracking employee time, issuing paychecks, paying liabilities and producing required payroll reports. A computer will be provided for each participant during this interactive session. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Speaker: Larissa Miller, Beall Barclay & Company

Co-sponsor: Beall Barclay & Company