Learn Practical Skills You Can Apply Immediately

Thursday, November 5, 2026. 9:00 -10:15 am

Thinking about launching a business? You don't always need a formal business plan right away. However, a clear roadmap is invaluable for figuring out the "how" and "whether" of bringing your product or service to life. And if you envision seeking investment or partnerships, a well-structured plan becomes crucial.

In this 75-minute free webinar, we'll equip you with a practical and efficient approach to planning. We'll use a Business Opportunity Matrix to assess the viability of your product or service.

You'll learn how to design a plan based on these core principles:
1. Determine Your Vision: Clearly define your business identity and the unique value proposition you offer your customers.

2. Know Your Customer: Identify your ideal target market – who they are, where they are, and the potential size of this audience.

3. Chart Your Course: Develop a practical action plan outlining your initial steps and how you'll track your progress.

Who is this workshop for?
- Aspiring entrepreneurs ready to evaluate and plan their business ideas.
- Early-stage startups seeking a focused and efficient planning methodology.
- Anyone looking for a practical alternative to time-consuming, traditional business plans.

Stop wondering and start planning with clarity and purpose. Join us and learn how to take the initial steps to set you up for business success!

No fee, No Consultants, No selling.

Register today!

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP!

Tuesday, November 17. 1:00 - 2:30 PM

Small Business Financial Management

Take Control of Your Finances: Essential Financial Tools for Small Business Success!

Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances? Whether you're just starting out or ready to level up, this webinar will equip you with the key financial principles and practical tools you need to manage your money with confidence and drive profitability.

In this empowering session, you'll discover how to:

- Build a Solid Financial Foundation: Master the essentials of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) to truly understand your business's health.

- Budget Like a Pro & Forecast Your Future: Create realistic budgets and insightful financial forecasts that keep you on track and prepared for growth.

- Master Cash Flow for Business Survival & Growth: Implement proven strategies for improving cash flow, managing receivables effectively, and ensuring you always have the working capital you need.

- Supercharge Profits: Identify your key cost drivers and implement effective cost-control measures that boost your bottom line without compromising quality or customer satisfaction.

Walk away with actionable strategies and a clear financial roadmap to help your small business thrive at any stage!

This is your chance to get your burning questions answered in our interactive Q&A and connect with fellow business owners.

Who Should Attend:
Small business owners, startups, entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to boost their financial literacy and business management skills.

Register today for this FREE and informative workshop and take control of your financial future!

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026

Ready to Make Your Business Unforgettable?

As an entrepreneur, your first impression is everything. Learn how to articulate your vision in a compelling 30-second pitch that grabs attention and leaves listeners eager to know more.

Discover the formula for a concise message that showcases your unique advantage and opens doors to new opportunities.

Don't miss our informative session – your next "Tell me more" moment awaits!

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Considering Buying or Selling a Business? Get Essential Answers in Our Free Webinar.

Ready for a new business venture or a successful exit? This free online webinar empowers you with the knowledge to confidently navigate the intricate process of buying or selling a business.

Get clarity on critical questions like:
- Viability: How to accurately assess the potential of a business.
- Legal Landscape: Understanding the key legal implications.
- Financial Foundations: Navigating the crucial financial considerations.
- Due Diligence & Valuation: Ensuring you've properly assessed and valued the business.

Gain expert insights and answers to these vital questions and more during this free online webinar presented by Peter Brehm, J.D., LL.M., CVA, Partner at Business Law Center, Minnetonka.

Register today!

Wednesday, December 9, 2026. 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Funding Strategy That Works is a 90-minute webinar designed to help you move beyond chasing funding opportunities and begin building a practical, intentional strategy to secure the right funding you need to start, stabilize, grow, or expand your business.

Many business owners know they need funding, but they are often unsure which funding sources are the right fit, what funders and lenders expect to see, how to determine the amount of funding actually needed, how to clearly communicate how the funds will be used, or whether they are truly prepared to compete for funding opportunities. The result is often a significant investment of time, effort, and resources spent pursuing opportunities without the clarity, preparation, or strategic foundation needed to compete effectively.

In this webinar, you will begin developing practical skills to approach funding as a strategic business growth function rather than a reactive search for money. You will learn how to better understand the funding landscape, assess your business’s readiness, identify the most appropriate funding pathways, and connect funding needs to business goals, growth priorities, and measurable outcomes. The session will also address how funders, lenders, investors, and other decision-makers evaluate funding requests, helping you strengthen your positioning while offering practical guidance to avoid common mistakes that weaken applications, delay approvals, or reduce competitiveness.

Rather than treating funding as a one-time transaction, this webinar will show entrepreneurs how to approach funding as part of a larger business development and revenue growth strategy — one that requires preparation, alignment, financial clarity, operational readiness, and a strong understanding of what makes a business fundable.

What You Will Gain:
• A clearer understanding of the funding options available in today’s business landscape
• Practical strategies for identifying which funding sources best align with your business lifecycle, needs, and goals
• Insight into how funders, lenders, investors, and decision-makers evaluate funding requests
• A stronger understanding of how to define your funding need and develop a credible use-of-funds strategy
• Greater awareness of common funding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Actionable guidance for strengthening your funding readiness, use-of-funds plan, and strategic funding roadmap

To support immediate implementation, you will receive a Funding Strategy Toolkit after the webinar featuring a Funding Readiness Self-Assessment, Funding Fit Decision Tool, Use-of-Funds Planning Worksheet, Common Funding Mistakes to Avoid Guide, and Funding Pipeline Tracker.

These practical resources are designed to help you evaluate your current position, clarify your funding needs, organize potential opportunities, assess readiness, and take more strategic action toward securing funding.

Join us to learn how to stop chasing funding, strengthen your readiness, and build a practical strategy that positions your business for funding, growth, and long-term sustainability.

Register today!