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WORKSHOP DESCRPTIONS
Discover our workshops and determine which ones align with your interests and objectives.
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Are you thinking of starting a business, closing a business, or are you currently operating a business? Gain awareness of tax issues that may impact your business at all stages. This session will cover tax tips on filing requirements, recordkeeping and documentation, available credits, financing a business, retaining documents used to prepare tax filings, and make tax payments efficiently for your business.
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Presented by: Alan J. Gregerson
Organization: Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Workshop Category:
Wealth & Asset Development
Workshop Details:
Discover transformative tools and strategies to elevate your business in this dynamic workshop. Explore cutting-edge solutions designed to empower small businesses with actionable insights. Unlock the potential of the latest technologies to fuel your business growth and competitiveness. Gain practical knowledge on leveraging innovation to thrive in today's rapidly evolving market.
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Presented by: Bana Soumetho, Peta Nantharath, and John B. Yang
Organization: Privia and Digital Synergy
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Come learn about building community assets and aim to improve economic policies and outcomes for Asian Minnesotans so that no community is left in poverty and that wealth is built intergenerationally. We will also share about our grants we have available!
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Presented by: Ploua Yang, Program Manager
Organization: Coalition of Asian American Leaders
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
We will discuss ways to manage business cash flow, review a cash flow sheet, and explore scenarios to maximize cash flow.
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Presented by: Timothy J. Farrow
Organization: US Bank
1. Concurrent Workshop Session (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Workshop Category:
Wealth & Asset Development
Workshop Details:
What is credit and what does that mean for your business? Learn how different types of credit can influence your business health and journey. We will review what Credit Reporting is, how credit scores are determined, strategies to raise credit scores, and steps of credit repair. Because…personal credit = business credit.
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Presented by: Linda White
Organization: Model Cities of Saint Paul
Workshop Category:
Cooperative Development
Workshop Details:
Learn about cooperative enterprises and the variety of forms they can take. In particular, there will be focus on how governance and management are structured in co-ops. Then a few examples of different types of co-ops will be presented, including artist, worker, and real estate investment co-ops. A few funding opportunities unique to co-ops will also be highlighted.
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Presented by: Benjamin Tsai
Organization: Shared Ownership Center at Nexus (SOC@N)
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Join SBA's Minnesota District office to learn about local programs and services that can support and accelerate your business at any stage. Our team will share an overview on capital programs including SBA loan guarantees, contracting certifications including 8a and Hubzone, and local counseling resources. Businesses that utilize such services have a higher rate of business success.
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Presented by: Natt Lee
Organization: U.S. Small Business Administration, Minnesota District Office
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Looking to turn your fruits, vegetables, or any agricultural crop into a product? Join us to learn how the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) will provide information on how to access resources for creating biobased products, renewable energy, coproducts, and food. Information will include business development, recipe scale-up, nutritional labeling, feasibility testing assessments, cooperative partnerships, and facilitating networking within the industry.
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Presented by: Michael Sparby
Organization: Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI)
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? This workshop covers personal characteristics that entrepreneurs rely on. Learn how to assess yourself – your traits, habits, motivations, aptitudes, and attitudes – and find your fit and readiness to successfully start and manage a small business.
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Presented by: Va-Megn Thoj
Organization: Asian Economic Development Association
2. Concurrent Workshop Session (1:30 PM - 2:30 PM)
Workshop Category:
Wealth & Asset Development
Workshop Details:
This workshop covers the basic idea of assets and how to increase your assets, build financial health and create long term-wealth.
Time: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Presented by: Va-Megn Thoj
Organization Name: Asian Economic Development Association (AEDA)
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Seeking access to capital through non-traditional methods? Consider exploring Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Funds, which offer avenues for financial access to low-income communities through various channels. These include microloan funds, crowdfunding, grants, marketplace lending, and more. Learn more about how CDFIs can provide valuable support and resources for your business's financial needs.
Time: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Presented by: Ger Thao and Nancy Xiong
Organization Name: Hmong American Partnership (HAP)
Workshop Category:
Wealth & Asset Development
Workshop Details:
Join SBA’s Minnesota District Office to discuss strategies for strong financial management. Learn how to utilize your financial statements to become better-positioned to secure federal contracts and understand the importance of financial literacy to the success of your business. Topics include: Bookkeeping, Financial Statements, Cash Flow, Business Financing, & Access to Capital. Attendees will also receive tips for securing SBA-backed financing, and a roadmap for getting connected with SBA resource partners.
Time: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Presented by: Hannah Hollingshead and Maribel Mallett
Organization Name: U.S. Small Business Administration, Minnesota District Office
Workshop Category:
Small Business Development
Workshop Details:
Our goal here is simple, to equip you with information so you can choose the commercial insurance coverage you want for your business. Learn how to research business insurance options by coverage type and industry types and get live answers to insurance questions that are often asked by small business owners, like you!
Time: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Presented by: Tri T. Tang and Annie Nguyen
Organization Name: Tri Tang Insurance Agency
Workshop Category:
Wealth & Asset Development
Workshop Details:
We will dive into crucial aspects of the credit system and banking relationships essential for prospective homebuyers. The session aims to provide comprehensive understanding of how the credit system influences personal finances, emphasizing the significance of building and maintaining good credit. Additionally, we will explore various banking systems and the roles they play, enabling them to think strategically from a lender's perspective.
Time: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
Presented by: Richard C. Koy
Organization Name: Wealth Build MN, Inc.
3. Concurrent Workshop Session (2:40 PM - 3:40 PM)
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