News Archives 2006 from the Saginaw Small Business Information Network:
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December 27, 2006
SSBiN and Saginaw Vision 2020 are proud to sponsor a new event for learning and networking. This small business roundtable will feature four volunteer professionals that address questions and concerns of small business owners in a learning environment. It is also an opportunity to network with other small business owners and develop creative solutions to small business concerns. Discussion opportunities include: Legal, Accounting, Marketing and Insurance.
Who should attend: The Roundtable is specifically designed to address those companies with 10 employees or less who have been in business at least one year. The purpose is to promote the development and growth of existing small businesses. You should bring to the table questions that you may have regarding the growth and development of your business.
Two opportunities are available:
Launch & Reception (Free)
Tuesday January 23, 2007
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Saginaw ISD
This free event will feature a discussion with Christine Greve, Regional Director of the SBT&DC
Roundtable ($15/person)
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Saginaw ISD
Roundtable for businesses that may not have the financial resources to access a broad range of information necessary for business survival and growth. Refreshments provided.
The Saginaw ISD is located at 3860 Fashion Square Blvd., in Saginaw.
To view or download the brochure: SSBiN Roundtable.PDF
November 12, 2006
“Two new articles are available from our Download Library page:
Article: The Truth About Grants Handout: An article from the MISB&TDC for Business Direct Weekly. (Adobe PDF Reader required)
Article: Free Money From Grants Scam: An objective warning about offers of "free government grant" money. (Adobe PDF Reader required
October 23, 2006
“Leading in Today’s Turbulent World”, a sustainable approach to achieving bottom line success, will be held on Thursday, November 2nd at the MidMichigan Innovation Center, in Midland, MI.
As a result of attending this interactive program, leaders will discover ways to enable a more productive, creative, and collaborative work climate, which in turn simultaneously improves bottom line performance, customer service, job creation and retention, and employee morale. Two four-hour programs will be held on November 2nd, initially at 8:30am-12:30pm and repeated at 1:30-5:30pm.
The cost is $45.00 per person. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Additional program information and online registration is
available at misbtdc.org/region5 click Calendar of Training, Midland – 11/2
Leading in Today’s Turbulent World or reserve a seat by calling (989) 686-9597 or emailing sbtdc@delta.edu. The MidMichigan Innovation
Center is located at 4520 East Ashman Drive, Midland.
September 23, 2006
WEDO is a coalition of business experts working in collaboration to provide focused resources that help women owned and managed business flourish. The WEDO Tour is the only event of its kind for women business owners. The half-day program is packed with tips, ideas and advice from experts. Its fast-paced format delivers quick access to information of real value for women with growing businesses.
2006 WEDO Tour topics include: strategies for financial growth, acquiring professional strategic partners, finding new customers, mining your technology for dollars, funding and finance options, and more!
The cost is only $25 and space is limited - so register early.
The WEDO Tour will be in the Mid-Michigan area on Friday, October 20, 2006, at Davenport University, 3555 E. Patrick Road, Midland. Registration Deadline: October 19, 2006. For questions, contact kathleen.newrones@nationalcity.com; to register online, visit www.WE-DO.net.
Questions - Call the Technical Services Division at (517) 636-4230 or go to www.michigan.gov/treasury.
September 16, 2006
Back by popular demand, The Michigan Department of Treasury Presents Fall 2006 New Business Tax Seminars, to be held Friday, October 6, 2006, at Delta College.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is offering a series of seminars to acquaint new business owners with their rights and responsibilities relative to Michigan Sales, Use and Withholding taxes. The technical aspects of the taxes as well as tax audits, assessments, collection procedures, appeal options, penalty waivers and protection of your confidential tax information will be discussed. Speakers from the Michigan Department of Treasury will be available to answer your questions.
There is no charge for the seminar held Friday, October 6, 2006 at Delta College, 1961 Delta Road, Room N-007 Courtyard Level, University Center, Michigan. Seminar hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be on your own. You may e-mail your contact/registration information to the attention of the seminar coordinator, Martha L. Lawrence, at LawrenceM@michigan.gov. Register early as enrollment is limited. You will receive a confirmation of your registration. Registration deadline is September 29, 2006.
Questions - Call the Technical Services Division at (517) 636-4230 or go to www.michigan.gov/treasury.
August 28, 2006
A free Business Plan Basics Seminar will be held Thursday, September 7, 2006, at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, 1710 W. St. Andrews, Midland, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Attendance is free and recommended for those who would like to start a small business or those in business that would like to be acquainted with community and business resources. The seminar is an overview of what it takes to start a business; where to go for information and assistance; the business plan and why you need one; licenses and permits; funding and the myth of “Free Money”; and resources available to help set up your business.
Seminar sponsors are Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, Midland Tomorrow, Midland Area Chamber of Commerce, and Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College.
Pre-registration is preferred to Midland Area Chamber of Commerce (989) 839-9901 or register online at www.misbtdc.org/region5 and click on Calendar of Training.
Additional Dates:
Nov 2
August 28 , 2006
A free Business Plan Basics Seminar will be held Wednesday, September 13, 2006, at the new Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, 500 Center Avenue, Bay City, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Attendance is free and recommended for those who would like to start a small business or those in business that would like to be acquainted with community and business resources. The seminar is an overview of what it takes to start a business; where to go for information and assistance; the business plan and why you need one; licenses and permits; funding and the myth of “Free Money”; and resources available to help set up your business.
Pre-registration is required to 989.893.9566 ext. 2200 of the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library or for further information about the seminar.
Seminar sponsors are Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library and Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College.
Additional Dates:
Nov 9
August 28, 2006
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College is pleased to present a three part workshop designed to help you build your business plan. The sessions are designed to discuss and develop an in-depth Business Plan for entrepreneurial ventures. The workshop is appropriate for both the expansion of an existing business and the start of a new enterprise. The workshop provides information and thoughts on the details necessary to develop a business plan that will help focus your attention and provide guidance in starting, expanding and maintaining a small business.
To register, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready, then phone Delta College Workforce Development Center:
(989) 686-9427 from Bay City, Saginaw, Auburn
(989) 495-4000, ext. 9427 from Midland
(989) 758-3400, ext. 9427 from Birch Run, Reese, Frankenmuth and Vassar
When: Three Sessions
Session One: Wednesday Sept 20
Session Two: Wednesday Oct 4
Session Three: Wednesday Oct 25
Each session runs from 8:300 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Delta College, H101
Cost: $79.00. Class size is limited – registration and full payment deadline is Friday, September 15, 2006.
Register online by completing the registration form (www.misbtdc.org/region5 Calendar of Training), click Submit and payment will be handled over the phone.
July 26 , 2006
Course: Starting a Home-based or Small Business
The next 10-week program will begin September 13, 2006, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. The program teaches the basics of starting and running a small business. instructors include Kathleen Tenwolde and guest instructors form the professional community.
Classes are at the Hoyt Main Library, 505 Janes Avenue in Saginaw. Cost of the class is $100. Partial scholarships, based upon need, are available as well as flexible payment plan. Class size is limited so register early. For more information please call Kathy at 989.754.2486.
To download the flyer (Word document), see the Downloads page.
Additional Course dates: January 10, 2007
June 25 , 2006
Christine Greve, Director of the Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College, was named by her peers as the 2005 Michigan State Star. The honor acknowledges her contribution to the MSB&TDC providing services for small businesses in the Mid-Michigan region.
May 5 , 2006
Are you interested in doing business with Michigan? The State of Michigan has a contract portfolio over $11 billion. Buy Michigan First provides an outstanding opportunity for small businesses and underrepresented vendor groups interested in doing business with the State of Michigan.
Join representatives from the State of Michigan to:
· Learn how to do business with the State of Michigan and become a registered vendor.
· Learn how to bid on state contracts.
· Learn about state resources available to small business.
The forum will be held on Thursday, May 18th at 12:00 p.m.
Delta College
Lecture Theatre (G160)
1961 Delta Road
University Center, Mi
For more information about Buy Michigan Fir$t, please visit the website and register at http://www.michigan.gov/BuyMichiganFirst or call 1-888-734-9749.
May 5 , 2006
Start saving to open your own art business today via the Saginaw Family Child Care Network’s Commercial Development Account Program (CDA) and be eligible for extra cash when you are ready to open your business. For more information, please download the CDA Flyer (Word document) or call Bettie Brown, IDA/CDA Coordinator, at 989-758-2501.
April 26, 2006
Please stop by to see the good people from the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at the Regional Business Expo. The Expo is Wednesday, May 3, 2006, from 1:00 – 7:00 P.M. at the SVSU Ryder Center. Free Business Seminars are scheduled. Visit the Mid Michigan Regional Business Expo for more information. The MSB&TDC will be at booths 415 - 419.
For a complimentary ticket (a $5.00 value) which you may print for your free entry to the expo, click here: Business Plan Class (Adobe PDF Reader required)
April 23, 2006
The State of Michigan, along with Charter One have have created the new Charter One Job Creation Loan Program. The program offers fixed, low interest loans to buy equipment or buildings. In exchange, the business must create a minimum of one full-time job within three years of the completion of the project for each $40,000 borrowed.
For more information contact the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) at 888-522-0103, or go to the MEDC web site at: www.michigan.org/medc/miadvantage/incentives/
April 14, 2006
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College is pleased to present a three part workshop designed to help you build your business plan. The sessions are designed to discuss and develop an in-depth Business Plan for entrepreneurial ventures. The workshop is appropriate for both the expansion of an existing business and the start of a new enterprise. The workshop provides information and thoughts on the details necessary to develop a business plan that will help focus your attention and provide guidance in starting, expanding and maintaining a small business.
To register, have your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card ready, then phone Delta College Workforce Development Center:
(989) 686-9427 from Bay City, Saginaw, Auburn
(989) 495-4000, ext. 9427 from Midland
(989) 758-3400, ext. 9427 from Birch Run, Reese, Frankenmuth and Vassar
When: Three Sessions
Session One: Wednesday May 3
Session Two: Wednesday May 17
Session Three: Wednesday June 7
Each session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Delta College, Course No.: CBE 1440
Cost: $149.00.
For additional information, download the PDF brochure: Business Plan Class (Adobe PDF Reader required)
April 14, 2006
For an opportunity to reshape your future by assessing and exploring entrepreneurship as a career alternative, check out this collaborative effort sponsored by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center network offices in Region 5 at Delta College and Region 6 and the University of Michigan-Flint. The seminar is made possible by the generous support of the Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn and Frankenmuth Chamber of Commerce. We are proud to offer what we expect will be the first of a number of informative and interactive workshop sessions during the upcoming year about starting or expanding your business.
We are offering two concurrent workshops, each two hours long that will explore what it takes to start a small business or expand an existing small business. Topics to be explored include marketing research, business plan development, finance, advertising and more.
In addition, we are pleased to include a session on The American Dream presented by Duperon Education. This seminar will provide insights into how the nurturing and use of entrepreneurial and innovative skills can help individuals create and grow their business and realize their dream. The session will be repeated at 4:00 pm and 6:30 pm.
The Reshape your Future: Exploring Entrepreneurship workshops will be held at the Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth, MI on May 10th from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm for persons interested in starting a business and 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for those who want to expand their business or hobby. These workshops will be free and open to the public. We encourage individuals who are serious about reshaping their future due to recent employment changes to attend.
Space is limited to the first 100 people who call. Register by calling (810) 767-6494, Or online at www.misbtdc.org/region6.
For additional information, download the PDF brochure: Reshape Your Future (Adobe PDF Reader required)
April 14, 2006
For kids in 9th – 12th grades, this camp will engage students in challenging, hands-on, skill-building projects. These projects include group exercises, market research projects, and the opportunity to create new products. Creating the product(s) and discussing a business plan will introduce and demonstrate the process, issues, and factors that need to be considered when owning and operating a small business.
Location: tentatively Northwood University, from 8a.m. to 5p.m.
Cost: $170
Contact: Deborah Cain, 923-1570 x 108, cain@mitechplus.com
Register: Midland Community Center at 832-7937.
April 5, 2006
The Michigan Department of Treasury is offering a series of seminars to
acquaint new business owners with their rights and responsibilities relative to
Michigan Sales, Use and Withholding taxes. The technical aspects of the taxes
as well as tax audits, assessments, collection procedures, appeal options,
penalty waivers, and protection of your confidential tax information will be
discussed. Speakers from the Michigan Department of Treasury will be
available to answer your questions.
There is no charge for the seminar. Lunch will be on your own. Seminar hours
are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Registration deadline is April 21, 2006. For more information on registering and schedules, please call the Technical Services Division at (517) 636-4230 or go to
www.michigan.gov/treasury.
April 5, 2006
This free seminar will be held Wednesday, April 12, 2006, at the Au Gres Community Library, 230 N. Mackinaw Street, Au Gres, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Recommended for those who would like to start a small business or those in business that would like to be acquainted with community and business resources. The seminar is an overview of what it takes to start a business; where to go for information and assistance; the business plan and why you need one; licenses and permits; funding and the myth of “Free Money”; and resources available to help set up your business.
Seminar sponsors are the City of Au Gres, Arenac County Economic Development Corporation, Michigan State University Extension, and Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College. Pre-registration is preferred to Au Gres City Hall (989) 876-8811 or register online at www.misbtdc.org/region5 and click on Calendar of Training.
Additional Dates:
July 19th
January 26, 2006
The Delta college Work Force Development Center is offering a great day-long eBay seminar in February! “eBay Auction Basics,” held Thursday, February 9th, teaches you to buy and sell on eBay. The seminar will be held 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and costs $69. For more information, call 989-686-9444 or check out our “Continuing Education for Professionals” catalog on our website: www.delta.edu/wdc (you can find the course on p. 7).
January 16, 2006
The Entrepreneur Orientation Seminar, a free orientation for potential business owners is being offered on the following Thursdays in 2006:
Jan 26,
Feb 23,
Mar 23,
Apr 27,
May 25,
Jun 22,
Aug 24,
Sep 28,
Oct 26 and
Nov 16.
The sessions are offered from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the Hoyt Main Library, 505 Janes Ave, Saginaw, MI. Learn about community resources and the basics on business ownership from a local expert.
These opportunities are sponsored by Saginaw Future, Inc., the Public Libraries of Saginaw, Saginaw County Minority Business Development Center, Small Business & Technology Development Center and the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce. For more information contact the Hoyt Main Library reference Department at (989) 755-0904.
January 16, 2006
A free Business Start-up Seminar will be held on the following Thursdays in 2006:
Jan 5,
Feb 2,
Mar 2,
Apr 13,
May 4,
Jun 1,
Jul 13,
Sept 7,
Oct 5 and
Nov 2.
Sessions are held at at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, 1710 W. St. Andrews, Midland, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Sessions will also be held in Bay City on the following dates:
Mar 21 and
Jun 20
These session will be held at the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, 500 Center Ave, Bay City, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Attendance is free and recommended for those who would like to start a small business or those in business that would like to be acquainted with community and business resources. The seminar is an overview of what it takes to start a business; where to go for information and assistance; the business plan and why you need one; licenses and permits; funding and the myth of “Free Money”; and resources available to help set up your business.
Pre-registration is preferred to Midland Area Chamber of Commerce (989) 839-9901 or register online at www.misbtdc.org/region5 and click on Calendar of Training.
January 16, 2006
Team SBA announces another Finance Roundtable session. If you are serious about seeking financing for your business, you owe it to yourself to attend a Financing Roundtable presented by TEAM SBA. TEAM SBA consists of SBA lenders, business consultants, SBA economic development staff, and business owners like you.
We’ll debunk the myths and demystify the process of bank financing. You will
learn how your loan application will be analyzed, what underwriting criteria is used, and how banking regulations affect the decision. We will answer your questions based upon your business model. Over the last six years, TEAM SBA has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs gain a better understanding of the financing process. In order to help you, we require you to have good credit, a solid business idea and some money to invest in your business.
The roundtable is free to attend, but you must register in advance and meet the criteria above. This session will be held on the campus of Delta College, 1961 Delta Road, Room F102, University Center, Michigan on Thursday, February 9, 2006, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
To register on-line visit: www.misbtdc.org/region5 Calendar of Training or call 989.686.9597. Check out www.sba.gov/calendar for upcoming sessions throughout Michigan.
Additional Dates:
May 11th, from 9 to Noon, Rm H101
Aug 10th, from 9 to Noon, Rm F102
To view the SBA flyer, The Truth About Loans - Seminar.doc.
January 5, 2006
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is hosting a series of informational meetings on the 21st Century Jobs Fund initiative. This fund will be used to "jump start our economy now and diversify and grow the state's economy in the future."
The meetings will provide more information about access to the new funds to
potential business startups, researchers and product developers. Each information session will focus on presenting the program's request for proposals, proposal due dates, peer review process, eligibility requirements, funding categories, evaluation criteria and other meaningful information for potential applicants.
Local sessions will be held:
Flint Wednesday, 1/18/06 9:00 - 11:00 am
Saginaw Wednesday, 1/18/06 2:00 - 4:00 pm
For more information, please see the MEDC's web site at:
http://medc.michigan.org/21stcenturytour/index.as
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