A strong digital marketing plan may be one of the most important aspects of your business. Are you getting the most out of your website? Is your business growing from referrals and reviews? Is your content and strategy mapped out? These concepts and more will be covered in the 6-week Digital Marketing Boot Camp. Classes will be held virtually each week from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. and is FREE to qualifying Westminster businesses. Space is limited, so register now!
When | Week 1 Begins Monday, February 17 | 3:00 – 5:oo p.m.
Duration | 6-Weeks
Cost | FREE to qualifying Westminster businesses
Register | Here
The SBDC offers a variety of workshops, covering topics such as:
These trainings are specifically designed to inform and educate businesses on the programs and resources available to them through the City of Westminster.
May 16, 2024 | This recording includes representatives from the City of Westminster to learn about licensing, permitting, tap fees & grease traps, sales tax, and available small business resources.
PDF: Opening Your Business in Westminster & City Resources 101September 20, 2023 | This webinar shares the history around the acquisition of the old Westminster mall site, the vision and implementation of Downtown Westminster, current projects, and long-term planning and development of the site.
PDF: What's Up in Downtown Westminster VIDEO: What's Up in Downtown WestminsterAugust 30, 2023 | This webinar addresses the issue of homelessness in Westminster, and your rights as a property/business owner. Topics covered include:
July 26, 2023 | This webinar covers the city sales and use tax requirements for businesses located inside and outside of the City of Westminster. We will look at the sales tax return, initial use tax return, and filing frequency requirements.
PDF: Introduction to Sales & Use Tax Requirements VIDEO: Introduction to Sales & Use Tax RequirementsJune 28, 2023 | This webinar includes representatives from Adams County & Jefferson County to learn more about the workforce programs and resources available at the County level and how to find workers. Plus learn how to get assistance to cover some of your new employee training costs.
PDF: Accessing County Workforce Resources VIDEO: Accessing County Workforce ResourcesJune 15, 2023 | This webinar includes representatives from both Front Range Community College & Red Rocks Community College to l earn more about how they can provide technical skills to fill workforce gaps, leadership and business development training, operational efficiencies and how they partner on apprenticeships.
PDF: Accessing Community College Workforce Resources VIDEO: Accessing Community College Workforce ResourcesMarch 29, 2023 | The Colorado Enterprise Zone Program encourages job creation and capital investment in economically distressed areas by providing tax credits to businesses and projects to promote and encourage economic development activities. This webinar hosts representatives from the Adams County Regional Economic Partnership and Jefferson County as they share how this program works and how it could benefit and impact your business.
VIDEO: Enterprise Zones PDF: Enterprise Zones PDF: Jefferson County EZ Fact Sheet PDF: Adams County EZ Fact Sheet
These trainings are produced in conjunction with our regional partners, highlighting topics and issues important to business growth.
October 2, 2024 | This is an opportunity to learn about the process of buying a business and how to navigate local markets. The webinar covers topics from how to find a business for sale to learning practical steps to take to immediately start your business acquisition journey.
PDF: Unlock the Secrets of Buying a Business VIDEO: Unlock the Secrets of Buying a Business PDF: Be a Smart Biz Buyer PDF: The #10T TsunamiSeptember 18, 2024 | This webinar covers the new 2024 Corporate Transparency Act and whether you need to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report. Samantha Peaslee, Business Attorney and Small Business Development Center consultant covers who must file, when to file, what to include, and compliance tips.
PDF: Beneficial Owner Information Report Filing for 2024 VIDEO: Beneficial Owner Information Report Filing for 2024May 1, 2024 | This comprehensive Business Startup Orientation is designed as a starting place for anyone who is considering jumping into business for the first or seventh time. During this workshop, topics covered include: legal entities pros and cons, steps to make your business legal in the State of Colorado, business licensing requirements, business taxation and responsibilities, marketing essential steps, the business plan components, and where to obtain additional free resources and support.
PDF: Business Essentials 101: Startup Success Key Components VIDEO: Business Essentials 101: Startup Success Key ComponentsMarch 27, 2024 | This webinar shares about how to exit your business to get its true value, create an exit plan, make use of trusted advisors, various financing options and life after the sale.
VIDEO: Exit Planning and Business Succession PDF: Exit Planning and Business SuccessionAugust 29, 2023 | The presentation explores the impact of AI on small businesses, highlighting its advantages and challenges. It delves into how AI enhances efficiency, customer service, and decision-making while saving costs and optimizing resources.
VIDEO: The Impact of AI on Small BusinessesMay 16, 2023 | Managing your workforce can be a major stressor for business owners. Learning how to hire new employees, what the regulations are, and how to keep the great employees you do have are all important aspects of leading your team. Join Courtney Berg, owner of Courtside Consulting, to learn best practices to manage your workforce.
VIDEO: Managing Your Workforce: Best Practices PDF: Managing Your Workforce: Best PracticesFebruary 14, 2023 | For some, business is booming, but what happens when you experience a slow season? In this session we’ll cover: How much does the overall economy impact my personal business? What indicators should I be on the lookout for? What can I do to mitigate a dry spell in my own business?
VIDEO: How to Handle an Economic Downturn in My BusinessAugust 18, 2022 | In this workshop, you’ll learn how an Authority Positioning Portfolio® creates omnipresence that elevates your credibility so you Get Authority, Get Noticed, and Get Clients!
You will learn:
– How to build Authority Positioning on Google
– How to be perceived as the go-to expert in your niche
– How to create an “Audio Sales Letter” series
– How to draw prospects through the Buyers Journey
VIDEO: Set Yourself Apart from the Competition PDF: Set Yourself Apart from the CompetitionMay 5, 2022 | This comprehensive Business Startup Orientation has been designed as a starting place for anyone who is
considering jumping into business for the first, or seventh time. This seminar provides a general overview of things to consider when starting a business.
January 25, 2022 | What Are Your Capital Resources? Help determine the best sources of funding for your small business.
VIDEO: "What Are Your Capital Resources?" PDF: "What Are Your Capital Resources?"January 19, 2022 | Comcast RISE: Marketing & Tech Resources For Small Businesses Owned By Women & People Of Color
VIDEO: "Comcast RISE" PDF: "Comcast RISE"October 27, 2021 | Writing a business plan is one of the most important aspects of setting your business up for success. After this session you will know how a business plan influences your business, what components need to be included in your business plan and how your business plan should be presented to funders.
VIDEO: "How to Write a Business Plan" PDF: "How to Write a Business Plan"July 28, 2021 | Learn which type of strategy is best for your business, how your strategy will influence your operations, when to adapt your strategy to changing markets, and more. You’ll also hear real world examples of how to implement your strategy when it comes to the major issues facing businesses right now. Presented by SBDC Lead Consultants, Jon Jaggers and Adrian Hovey
VIDEO: "How to Set Your Strategy" PDF: "How to Set Your Strategy" Worksheet
May 11, 2021 & May 18, 2021 | Suzy Schutz presents the most important aspects every QuickBooks online user should know. Find out which product is best for you, what you need to know about your setup, how to connect vendors and customers, common pitfalls to avoid, invoicing, how to keep accurate record keeping, and more!
VIDEO: "QuickBooks 101" PDF: "QuickBooks 101" VIDEO: "QuickBooks 201" PDF: "QuickBooks 201"January 27, 2021 | Watch Kevin McFarland, CPA as he presents on cash flow concepts, activities of business operations, and how to track your business’ cash flow. View this opportunity to learn more and set yourself up for financial success in 2021.
VIDEO “Understanding Cash Flow” PDF: “Understanding Cash Flow”