From the Greater Phoenix SCORE email blast.
Here is some advice that can be implemented right away to help grow your e-commerce website. Most business growth tactics require a marketing budget, but many can be accomplished with organizational teamwork….
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Promote Your Business Effectively on LinkedIn
Tuesday, August 7, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Phoenix, $25: Learn how to use LinkedIn to promote your business. It’s a powerful and effective tool when used properly. It has many features like groups, company profile pages and new options that …
The city of Mesa will spend $10 million on improvements on a stretch of Elliot Road in hopes of transforming it into the Valley’s newest “technology corridor,” reports The Arizona Republic. The city council approved a $10 million contract with Nesbitt Contracting Co. The contract includes street widening, storm-water harvesting areas, new street lights, landscaping, traffic signals and additional aesthetic improvements along Elliot between Ellsworth and Signal Butte, according to The Republic.
Source: Mesa approves $10M to create tech corridor
Arizona lawmakers have revived a bill that would disallow cities from requiring licensing for home businesses so long as they are not a nuisance to neighbors, according to The Arizona Republic. The bill, Senate Bill 1387, would prevent cities and towns from requiring licenses for home businesses or from regulating what goes on inside homes, as long as activities are not illegal.
Read more from the source: Arizona legislators revive bill to loosen restrictions on home businesses
Follow Through with Your Goals…Seriously – A Handful of Habits featuring Sue Webb
January has past and gyms are emptying, the Weight Watcher line is shortening and people are straying from their budgets. It is easy to set goals in January and lose focus, become overwhelmed with all we have to do and revert to our old habits. How are you feeling about the progress you’ve made with your business goals? Sue is excited to share simple, effective habits to propel you forward with your goals. #seriouslynowwhat? Discussion will include:
1. Practicing the Seven Day Checkup
2. Framing your day for Success
3. Learning the benefits of the right steady habits
About our speaker: Sue has owned her own business as an Independent Sales Director with Mary Kay for over 30 years. Sue is a Mary Kay Millionaire based on her commission earnings. Her expertise is helping women earn an executive income while keeping their priorities and values in place.
Seriously?!?! How Will The Changes In The New Tax Law Impact My Business?
We want to make sure that you are informed and ready for the changes in the new tax law. Join the East Valley/Central Neighborhood NAWBO on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 as Joy Cervantes shares how the new tax law will impact your business. Learn what you can do today to reduce your future taxes and increase your cash flow. Some key takeaways:
• Knowledge: You will understand what we had in the past tax law and what our tax law will be in the future.
• Understanding: You will gain insight as to how the tax structure works and it’s possible future impact to you.
• Action: You’ll discover what you can do now to reduce your taxes and increase your cash flow.
About our presenter: Joy Cervantes has over 30 years of serving the business community as a CPA, and business mentor. Her specialty is small business and the challenges businesses face with understanding the opportunities the tax law provides them and how to better grow their business to be successful. To connect with joy, please email her at jcervantes@beachfleischman.com
Seriously?!?! I love my Lawyer
How to avoid the mistakes most small businesses make
presented by Kate Graham, Esq.
Small businesses make legal mistakes all the time — some of which can be disastrous and difficult to recover from.
Learn how to avoid being embroiled in legal problems
Tips for engaging an attorney and saving on legal fees
This Valentine’s Day fall in love with your Lawyer again.
We are seeking individuals interested in becoming #PHXEastValley Angel Investors. A series of free workshops will be offered to provide the knowledge and tools needed to start investing.
What Potential Angels Will Learn:
– How investment decisions are made
– How deals are structured
– How to build a diverse portfolio
– How exits occur, generating ROI
But most importantly, how YOU can generate return on investment while helping to grow businesses in our region.
These workshops are for anyone who wants to invest in PHX East Valley tech startups and is an “accredited investor” per the definition set by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. To be an accredited investor, individuals must have a net worth over $1M (excluding value of primary residence), or annual personal income over $200k, or annual family income over $300k.
While it is recommended that participants attend each workshop, it is not required.
Seriously?!?! How Will The Changes In The New Tax Law Impact My Business?
Are you ready for the changes in the new tax law? Come find out how it will impact you and what you can do today to reduce your future taxes and increase your cash flow.
Presenter: Joy Cervantes. Joy has over 30 years of serving the business community as a CPA, and business mentor.
The 101 Referral Network is hosting another fabulous event where Members, Professionals, and Business Owners from around the Valley are invited to The 101 Referral Network Holiday Mixer at the beautiful Colonnade at The Peoria Sports Complex on Thursday 11/9th from 5:30pm-8:30pm.
Stop by and shop with 30 local Vendors who will be showcasing their products and services throughout the evening.
Business Coach Shawn Sims Bradford , who holds transformational workshops to increase focus, productivity and sales, will be presenting on how to handle stress brought on by the holidays.
Comedy Ventriloquist Chuck Field will be introducing Ziggy and entertaining attendees.
Also join us and participate in our 50/50 raffle to benefit and support Service Dog Fund, Corp..
There’ll be over 3,300 square feet of elegant indoor space alongside the field in Peoria Stadium to network and make new connections where a table, 2 chairs and tablecloth will be provided to Vendors.
We welcome and thank you in advance our Marketing Parnters Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce , Independent Talk 1100 KFNX, and The Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsorships are available . Call 602-463-7812
******EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE*****
Every year, Phoenix Design Week brings together hundreds of creative professionals and students from across Arizona for a week-long celebration of design—a series of presentations, workshops and events, all curated to inspire and strengthen the Arizona design community.
The highlight of Phoenix Design Week is the Method + Madness Conference, a two-day conference organized by AIGA Arizona and dedicated community volunteers that features world-class speakers and local experts imparting actionable insights, hands-on education and a fiery passion for their craft.
