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Does your research have commercial potential?

Explore non-dilutive, early-stage funding opportunities available through the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs.

Join ASBTDC and Arkansas APEX Accelerator for an overview of SBIR/STTR, and get the information you need to journey into the competitive world of federal, non-dilutive seed funding to help commercialize your technology.  

This online event will cover SBIR/STTR application processes and much more:

• SBIR and STTR requirements, funder priorities, and application windows
• Key areas to master to appeal to proposal reviewers
• Award winners
• System for Award Management (SAM) registration tips
• ASBTDC and APEX Accelerator services for innovators

Presenters: Karen Bergh, ASBTDC; Kimberly Randle, Arkansas APEX Accelerator

Presented in cooperation with Arkansas APEX Accelerator

All businesses, especially new ventures, need a business plan. Crafting a plan helps you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate costs.

Using our “To the Point” outline, learn how to put together a plan that will guide the growth of your business and that you can share with lenders and investors.

Speaker: Nick Stevens, ASBTDC Education and Events Specialist

From tornadoes to floods, it’s not if, but when, the next disaster will threaten Arkansas.

SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience is the federal government’s largest source of disaster recovery funds for individuals and businesses. Dylan McNally, Acting Director for Recovery and Region 6 Recovery Coordinator, will describe SBA’s powerful financial tools and recent policy innovations to support individuals, businesses, and communities as you prepare for disaster events.

This live virtual session will also cover additional resources and guides for businesses to become more resilient.

In this online class, we’ll go over key metrics, essential (and free!) analytics tools, and tips for turning raw data into effective marketing strategies.

Learn how to optimize your efforts through “agile marketing” practices, personalize customer experiences, and understand your marketing investments (and yes, time is an investment!) through practical, data-driven techniques tailored for small business owners.

Presenter: Rachel Majors, U of A ASBTDC digital marketing consultant 

Rachel is an experienced content marketer who teaches clients how to best utilize content platforms, search engine optimization (SEO), marketing analytics, affordable advertising options, and free data sources to inform marketing strategy.

Thinking of starting a daycare, pre-school, or other child care business? In this session, we’ll cover the different types of child care facilities and how to set up your business the right way.

Join us online to learn about business planning, funding considerations, and the child care licensing requirements you’ll need to navigate.

Presenters:

• Heather Robinette, Entrepreneurial Services Manager, ASBTDC
• Mary Oliver, Program Manager, Office of Early Childhood, Arkansas Department of Education

Join this virtual event to learn the importance of a (free) Google Business profile for your small business, how to conduct keyword research with free tools, and our top tips for optimizing your profile to effectively capture “near me” searches. 

Presenter: Rachel Majors,U of A ASBTDC digital marketing consultant

Rachel is an experienced content marketer who teaches clients how to best utilize content platforms, search engine optimization (SEO), marketing analytics, affordable advertising options, and free data sources to inform marketing strategy.

La contabilidad y las finanzas son clave para el éxito de cualquier negocio. En este webinar, aprenderás los fundamentos esenciales para administrar tus finanzas de manera efectiva y tomar mejores decisiones para el crecimiento de tu empresa.

¿Qué aprenderás?

• Cómo organizar tus finanzas desde el principio
• La diferencia entre ingresos, costos y gastos
• Cómo leer y entender un estado financiero
• Herramientas y software de contabilidad recomendados

Este evento está diseñado para emprendedores y dueños de pequeños negocios que desean mejorar la administración de sus finanzas. ¡No pierdas la oportunidad de aprender de un experto y llevar tu negocio al siguiente nivel!

Presentado por Eduardo Touceda, CPA and tax expert.

Webinar en español

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Basic Accounting and Finance for Small Businesses

Accounting and finance are key to the success of any business. In this webinar, you will learn the essential fundamentals to manage your finances effectively and make better decisions for your company’s growth.

What You Will Learn:

• How to organize your finances from the start
• The difference between revenue, costs, and expenses
• How to read and understand a financial statement
• Recommended accounting tools and software

This event is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to improve their financial management. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from an expert and take your business to the next level!

Presenter: Eduardo Touceda, CPA and Tax Expert

Webinar in Spanish