Event Calendar
UPCOMING EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, & TRAININGS:
Unlocking Your Marketing Potential in Just Six Weeks! | Part 5
Date & Time: March 31, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Transform your business with a dynamic, results-oriented marketing course tailored to your unique goals. Whether launching a bold new venture or elevating your existing business, this program will empower you to build a standout brand, connect with your ideal audience, and implement strategies that drive measurable results.
Led by Kristine Miller—MBA, seasoned educator, and proven business strategist—this course provides practical tools, expert insights, and hands-on guidance. By the end of the program, you will walk away with a tangible, fully developed marketing plan that’s ready to implement and designed to bring your vision to life. Take control of your business future and achieve your goals with confidence!
COBID Certification
Date & Time: March 27, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: COBID certifies minority-owned, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned business owners and emerging small businesses interested in contracting with state, county, and city government agencies. Our goal is to foster an environment where every small business in Oregon can compete fairly regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, or size. Learn how to get your business COBID certified!
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Guía estratégica para contratos de construcción en Oregón
Fecha & Hora: 2 de abril, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT
Idioma: Spanish
Proveedor de eventos: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Lugar: En línea-Zoom
Precio: ¡Gratis!
Registro:Haga clic aquí para registrarse
Acerca de este taller: ¿Es usted contratista o propietario de una empresa de construcción en Oregón? Únase a Rational Unicorn Legal Services para un seminario sobre los contratos de este servicio y por qué son esenciales en la industria de la construcción. Ya sea que esté tratando con subcontratistas o directamente con clientes, los contratos son esenciales para proteger su negocio, definir las condiciones de pago, establecer el alcance del trabajo y cubrir sus responsabilidades.
Si es nuevo en la industria de la construcción o busca fortalecer sus prácticas comerciales, este seminario le brindará información valiosa para comprender, negociar y proteger sus intereses comerciales con contratos.
ACERCA DE MESO: MESO ofrece una amplia gama de servicios, que incluyen clases de negocios, consultoría, planificación de crecimiento personalizada, acceso a capital, creación de crédito y una conexión con recursos locales.
Advanced Social Media with Kent Lewis
Date & Time: April 3, 2025, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: In his 2-hour workshop, Anvil Media President & Founder, Kent Lewis, will outline 5 Benefits of Social Media Marketing and 10 Essential Social Media Strategies that will help you formulate and refine a social media program for your business. He will provide real-world case studies, best practices, and additional resources, including touching on the latest platforms like TikTok, channels like podcasting, strategies like influencer marketing, and best practices.
Lastly, Lewis will host a clinic; reviewing attendee social media presences and provide real-time feedback to make social media work more effectively for your business.
Please Note: This Social Media workshop is specifically designed for businesses that are currently using social media but need to increase the effectiveness of using the various platforms to increase business and profitability.
3 Easy Steps to Boost Your Sales Appointments
Date & Time: April 3, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Every sale starts with an appointment, but getting prospects to agree to a meeting can be challenging. Join us to discover a straightforward sales strategy that will help you dramatically increase your qualified appointments.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will walk you through the 3-step system designed to grow your sales pipeline. Whether you're new to sales or looking to improve your current approach, you'll walk away with actionable steps you can apply immediately.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the difference between prospecting and selling
Master the three elements every prospecting method needs to generate qualified appointments
A proven 3-step system designed to grow your sales pipeline
Nuts and Bolts of Amazon and Etsy
Date & Time: April 3, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This is the practical class you have been looking for to open your online store.
This class is geared toward small businesses that want have a presence with online sales channels like Etsy and Amazon, which many customers expect. We will cover what you need to know before you begin, the basics of account setup and management for both platforms, quirks of Etsy, the various options for Amazon accounts (handmade vs regular Amazon), fees and taxes, and tips and tricks for other online solutions. Charlene Ruell of Panache Paper Art and Panache Consulting will be sharing their insights from more than 10 years of selling online and supporting other businesses.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Nonprofit Directors & Leaders Bootcamp
Date & Time: April 4, 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Rational Unicorn Legal Services
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $35-$55 - sliding sale
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join Rational Unicorn for a 2-hour intensive bootcamp designed for nonprofit directors and executive leaders. This session will equip you with the critical legal knowledge needed to effectively manage, lead, and grow your nonprofit organization.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the legal fundamentals crucial for nonprofit management, including the distinctions between nonprofit and for-profit legal requirements.
Ensure compliance with laws, maintain tax-exempt status, and manage conflicts of interest while effectively minimizing legal risks and fostering an ethical organizational culture.
Understand Nonprofit Law, focusing on key statutes, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and regulatory compliance.
Master fiscal responsibility principles, including fiscal sponsorship, grantmaking and donation management, and annual tax compliance
Who should attend this class? Nonprofit directors, executive leaders, aspiring nonprofit leaders, and leadership teams
HR & Manager Crash Course Spring 2025
Date & Time: April 8-9, 2025, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: HR Annie
Location: Virtual or In Person at Urban Office
Cost: $1,200
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join HR Annie for another session of our 2-day hybrid HR & Manager Crash Course training this spring! Perfect for anyone on your team with HR or management functions baked into their role – like hiring, performance, coaching, employee relations, culture, and communication.
About the Manager Crash Course: Whether you’re a manager, a supervisor, an HR professional, or an owner who wears all the hats, you will gain critical foundational knowledge to provide effective leadership, minimize legal risk, and maximize employee performance.
The two days of workshopping are designed to layer and blend well from course to course, as well as give participants the important opportunity to listen and learn from the other attendees/industries on how they are approaching and reflecting on the work they have in common.
This 2-day event is eligible for 11 SHRM & 11 HRCI credits!
Small Business and Financial Emergencies
Date & Time: April 8, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Be prepared for unexpected financial emergencies.
Economic recession
Losing clients
Losing a key employee - EVEN YOURSELF, what if you are incapacitated?
Natural disaster or pandemic
Investment failure or funding falling through
By the end of the workshop, you will learn how to understand the risks small businesses may face during a financial emergency. Prepare for a financial emergency by creating a personalized plan and understand resources available.
You will receive the class zoom link 24 hours before class starts
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Intellectual Property for Small Business Success
Date & Time: April 9, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: TITLE: Intellectual Property for Small Business Success
DESCRIPTION:
• The basics of trademarks: what they are, how to register them, and why they're crucial for your business
• An overview of copyrights: understanding your rights as a creator and how to enforce them
• Practical tips for navigating the IP landscape to safeguard your assets
You will receive the class zoom link 24 hours before class starts
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Business Plans 101
Date & Time: April 9, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: During this workshop, participants will be introduced to the key components of a business plan and learn how to craft each section with precision.
By the end of this intensive 2-hour workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of the business planning process and be equipped with the knowledge and resources to continue refining their business plans independently or with their MESO Business Development Specialist. This workshop aims to inspire and empower individuals to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into actionable reality. Don't miss this opportunity to kick-start your business journey!
Instructor: Elaina Brewington, Small Business Development Specialist from MESO.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
The Nitty Gritty of Online Sales
Date & Time: April 10, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This class is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to take their online sales to the next level, ensure that your products are visible, and you are set up for e-commerce success.
Are you already selling your products online? We will cover online listings, shipping solutions, international sales and customs, inventory management, and native advertising options. This is a companion course to Nuts & Bolts of Etsy and Amazon class. Charlene Ruell of Panache Paper Art and Panache Consulting will be sharing their insights from more than 10 years of selling online and supporting other businesses.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success
Date & Time: April 11, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: In today's competitive business landscape, a successful entrepreneur requires more than just technical expertise and a keen sense of market trends. They also need a resilient mindset that can help them weather the storms of uncertainty, overcome obstacles, and stay motivated during ups and downs. This interactive and inspiring workshop, "Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success," will help you unlock your potential as an entrepreneur by teaching you practical strategies for developing a growth mindset and overcoming limiting beliefs. You'll learn how to shift your focus from fear to opportunity, embrace failure as a valuable learning experience, and harness the power of positive thinking to achieve your goals. With real-life case studies and actionable advice, this workshop will empower you to cultivate a winning attitude and create abundance in your life and business. So, if you're ready to transform your mindset and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level, this workshop is the perfect opportunity for you.
Decoding Commercial Lease Contracts
Date & Time: April 16, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join Rational Unicorn Legal Services for an informative session designed to empower business owners and entrepreneurs with the crucial knowledge they need before signing a commercial lease.
Whether you're about to open your first storefront or expanding to a new location, understanding these essentials can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from legal experts and take the first step towards a smarter lease agreement!
Rational Unicorn:Friendly & Affordable Legal Services
We offer business and nonprofit law in Washington, Oregon, and California, and intellectual property law nationwide. Our virtual law firm serves small businesses and nonprofits of all types across the West Coast.
You will receive a zoom link for class 24 hours before class starts.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Protege tu Patrimonio
Fecha & Hora: 17 de abril, 2025, 8:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
Idioma: Spanish
Proveedor de eventos: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Lugar: En línea-Zoom
Precio: ¡Gratis!
Registro: Haga clic aquí para registrarse
Acerca de este taller: En esta clase, exploraremos estrategias esenciales para proteger y gestionar tu patrimonio de manera segura y eficiente. Aprenderás la importancia de designar beneficiarios en tus cuentas bancarias, cómo funcionan los poderes notariales y por qué son fundamentales para garantizar que tus bienes estén protegidos en caso de imprevistos. Además, discutiremos las mejores prácticas para enviar dinero a tu país de origen de forma segura y cómo retirar fondos de tus cuentas sin correr riesgos. Esta clase está diseñada para brindarte herramientas prácticas que te permitan tomar decisiones informadas y proteger tus activos, tanto en el presente como en el futuro. ¡Únete y toma el control de tu patrimonio!
ACERCA DE MESO: MESO ofrece una amplia gama de servicios, que incluyen clases de negocios, consultoría, planificación de crecimiento personalizada, acceso a capital, creación de crédito y una conexión con recursos locales.
The Deep Dive into Social Media Marketing and Sales
Date & Time: April 17, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This class is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to take their social media marketing skills to the next level, ensure that your products are visible, and you are setup for e-commerce success.
Are you already selling your products online? We will cover online listings, shipping solutions, international sales and customs, inventory management, and native advertising options. This is a companion course to Nuts & Bolts of Etsy and Amazon and the Advanced Online Sales and Marketing classes. Charlene Ruell of Panache Paper Art and Panache Consulting will be sharing their insights from more than 10 years of selling online and supporting other businesses.
Plus we will cover YouTube Shorts, Reels, TikTok, Google Merchant, Google Ads
You will receive a zoom link 24 hours before class begins
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Start Your Business: A Crash Course in Business Basics (In English) with Workshops & Trainings
Date & Time: April 30, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Livelihood NW
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Thinking of starting a business? This (online) live session is a crash course in business basics: where to start, what to know, and what to be thinking about when starting a new business. We will discuss the differences between entity types, how to register your entity, business licenses, EINs, setting up a business bank account, financing, business planning, resources, Q&A and more!
Intro to Bookkeeping with Workshops & Trainings
Date & Time: May 19, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Livelihood NW
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Taught by our Accounting Advising Team, this is a great first step if you aren’t sure where to start when it comes to small business bookkeeping, or need to revisit the basics.
Quickbooks Online Training Series with Workshops & Trainings
Date & Time: June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Livelihood NW
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $725
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: ***Complete a bookkeeping assessment before registering for this class***
Class instruction runs from 4-5pm, and 5-6pm is open for questions and working time with the instructor.
Week 1: Group introductions & class overview, booking appointments for 1:1 support, creating your Quickbooks Online account and linking bank accounts
Week 2: Customizing your chart of accounts
Week 3: Categorizing transactions
Week 4: Reconciling to bank statements
Week 5: Running and using financial reports
POS systems for Beginners
Date & Time: March 27, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: The Beginner's Guide to Online Sales Platforms & Point of Sale (POS) Systems is an introductory class designed for individuals who have little to no experience with POS systems. In this two-hour session, participants will gain a solid foundation in understanding and utilizing POS systems effectively to begin to take money from customers. Participants will also gain practical insights into selecting, implementing, and maximizing the potential of a suitable system while enhancing their business's online presence, sales performance, and overall success.
Target Audience: This class is ideal for beginners, retail employees, small business owners, entrepreneurs, or anyone who wants to gain a foundational understanding of POS systems and their practical application in the retail and service industry.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Personal Finance for Entrepreneurs with Workshops & Trainings
Date & Time: March 27, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Livelihood NW
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Want to achieve personal financial independence, and manage your credit, debt, savings, and retirement planning as a business owner? In this practical personal finance class presented by a guest speaker from Financial Beginnings, you'll learn key strategies for achieving a strong personal finance foundation from which to grow your business.
***OWBC Members get $20 off with code. To become a member, visit livelihoodnw.org/owbc. Membership is free and open to all***
Archivo directo de Oregon: Simplifique la Presentación de su Schedule C
Fecha & Hora: 27 de marzo, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT
Idioma: Spanish
Proveedor de eventos: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Lugar: En línea-Zoom
Precio: ¡Gratis!
Registro: Haga clic aquí para registrarse
Acerca de este taller: Almuerzo y aprendizaje: Simplifique sus impuestos con Direct File Oregon
Únase a nosotros en esta sesión virtual gratuita de una hora dirigida por profesionales del Departamento de Ingresos de Oregon, diseñada específicamente para propietarios de pequeñas empresas. Aprenda de forma sencilla a presentar su Schedule C utilizando Direct File Oregon, un nuevo sistema que se vincula directamente con el sitio web del IRS. Le explicaremos: Cómo funciona Direct File Oregon y sus características principales. Orientación paso a paso sobre cómo presentar su Schedule C. Además aprenda de potenciales créditos y deducciones fiscales disponibles para propietarios de pequeñas empresas. Esta sesión le permitirá ahorrar tiempo, reducir el estrés y maximizar sus ahorros fiscales, todo ello mientras cumple con las regulaciones fiscales estatales y federales. ¿Quién debería asistir? Propietarios de pequeñas empresas, emprendedores y autónomos que buscan simplificar su proceso de presentación de impuestos y aprovechar al máximo los créditos disponibles. Traiga su almuerzo y sus preguntas para esta sesión informativa
ACERCA DE MESO: MESO ofrece una amplia gama de servicios, que incluyen clases de negocios, consultoría, planificación de crecimiento personalizada, acceso a capital, creación de crédito y una conexión con recursos locales.
Creating a Quick Business Plan in Three Hours
Date & Time: March 27, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join SOCRE and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service and explain the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine tune their Value Statement.
Have paper, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.”
Lead Generation Decoded: Unlocking Growth for Your Business
Date & Time: March 26, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Is your business generating enough leads to meet your revenue requirements? Do you have an organized, and automated way to capture leads? If not, then join us for a workshop on generating leads for your business.
Using marketing techniques centuries old, and tools of today, you can generate leads, track them, and monitor your success cost effectively. Leads are the lifeblood of every business, profit or otherwise. You can even integrate traditional media with digital methods for a highly effective lead generation process. You will also learn highly effective long term customer or client sustainment processes as well.
Winning Government Contracts: A Step-by-Step Guide
Date & Time: March 25, 2025, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: The Federal and Washington state government's process to award a contract is likely nothing you've done before. There are numerous steps that you absolutely need to take to not only be considered, but also to be competitive in the process. This workshop will provide you with details on the tasks you need to perform to be successful, which are:
Registration
Solicitation
Proposal preparation and review
Proposal evaluation
Award
Debriefing
Evaluation
Direct File Oregon: Simplify Your Schedule C filing
Date & Time: March 25, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Lunch & Learn: Simplify Your Taxes with Direct File Oregon
Join MESO for this free, one-hour virtual session led by professionals from the Oregon Department of Revenue, designed specifically for small business owners. Learn how to file your Schedule C seamlessly using Direct File Oregon, a new system that directly links to the IRS Federal direct filing website.
This session will empower you to save time, reduce stress, and maximize your tax savings—all while staying compliant with state and federal tax regulations.
Who should attend? Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and freelancers looking to simplify their tax filing process and make the most of available credits.
Bring your lunch and your questions for this informative and interactive session!
You will receive the class zoom link 24 hours before class starts
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Digital Marketing to Grow Your Business
Date & Time: March 24, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This workshop will help you, the small business owner, develop a digital marketing strategy along with determining the specific tools you’ll use to make that digital marketing strategy successful. Topics covered in this workshop include:
What is Digital Marketing Websites – what makes a great website
Search Engine Optimization
Use of Video throughout the digital marketing spectrum
Paid advertising
Email marketing
Content development, including the effective use of blogs
Cash Flow Management: The Lifeline of Your Business
Date & Time: March 21, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Rational Unicorn Legal Services
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Community Pricing $10, $20, $35
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This session dives into cash flow management, offering actionable strategies to maintain positive cash flow, manage receivables and payables, and handle seasonal fluctuations to ensure your business's financial stability.
Who should attend this class? Business owners or sole proprietors at all stages of operation.
Presenter: Katie Fogle, Rooted Accounting & CFO Solutions
All our seminars are recorded and emailed to everyone who purchases a ticket!
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FAQs
The webinar will take place on Zoom; the login link will be sent out before event via the email you used to register. A recording will be made available for viewing by registered attendees afterward. You must register in advance of the event. Please check your email on the day of the event or log in to Eventbrite to access webinar information.
WiM Webinar: Creating Your 30-Second Elevator Pitch
Date & Time: March 20, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Women in Manufacturing Oregon Members: $10 | Non-members: $15
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Are you ready to make a lasting impression in just 30 seconds? Join Bob Cannon from OMEP in this interactive training session, hosted by Women in Manufacturing Oregon, focused on crafting the perfect elevator pitch that effortlessly describes your company’s mission and services!
In this engaging webinar, you’ll learn a simple process to clearly communicate your value proposition, connect with your audience, and enhance your networking skills. With interactive exercises and personalized feedback, you’ll leave equipped to confidently represent your organization in any setting. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to sharpen your communication skills and elevate your professional presence. Sign up today and take the first step toward mastering your elevator pitch!
Bob Cannon from OMEP will giving training and using virtual breakout sessions for you to focus on crafting your perfect elevator pitch that effortlessly describes your company’s missions and services.
QuickBooks Online Basics You Need to Know
Date & Time: March 20, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Are you an aspiring or established business owner looking to get started with QuickBooks? Are you trying to figure out what you’re doing but keep getting lost? Do you like bagels? Well, then this is the workshop for you!
Who You Are: Although anyone interested in QuickBooks is welcome to take this workshop, it is designed for aspiring and established business owners looking to learn the basics.
What To Have When You Sign onto Zoom: You will need your laptop and possibly power cable. We will be performing exercises together using a sample QuickBooks Online data file.
What You Will Learn: In this SCORE workshop, you will learn how to use QuickBooks Online to record your daily business transactions
Please note that this workshop is only training on QuickBooks Online and not QuickBooks Desktop.
The Inside Scoop on Securing and Opening a Storefront
Date & Time: March 19, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This virtual class taps into the extensive practical knowledge of Ashley Butler, the co-Owner of KAC, a BIPOC-led economic development company may be the secret sauce to opening your storefront. Ashley will give you the real inside scoop on how to secure, develop and maintain your business' brick and mortar location including what pit falls to avoid, what questions you SHOULD be asking and what steps you need to take to be successful. This event is for business owners that are in every stage of securing a storefront, from those already in a space to those just dreaming of what their business can become.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Unlock the Power of Google Ads for Small Business Success
Date & Time: March 19, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Leverage Google to put your business directly in front of people seeking your products and services. Google Ads offers fast, cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes. Learn about:
Setting up a free Google My Business profile
What Google Search Ads are and why they are valuable
Search trends for your business
How to budget for a campaign
Common mistakes to avoid when running Google Ads
Buying a Home in Portland: A small business owner’s guide to the market and process
Date & Time: March 19, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Are you a small business owner looking to purchase a home in the Portland metro area? This one-hour lunch and learn session is designed to guide you through the unique challenges and opportunities of the homebuying process. Gain insights into the current Portland housing market.
Himanshu Kathuria, a licensed Real Estate Agent will share up to date market trends, and insider reports. You’ll walk away with actionable tips for preparing your finances, understanding the homebuying process, and overcoming common obstacles. This session will include expert advice, practical steps, and a Q&A to address your specific questions.
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade, this class will empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to take the next step confidently.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Organization for Entrepreneurs
Date & Time: March 18, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join us as we explore organizational practices and methods for entrepreneurs to implement at home and in the workplace. We will be discussing ways to organize your workspace, ways to organize information (files and emails), ways to improve workflow, and ways to effectively prioritize tasks.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Starting a Nonprofit: A Step-by-Step Guide
Date & Time: March 18, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Ready to turn your vision into reality? Join us for a practical workshop that offers step-by-step guidance on establishing a nonprofit public charity. Ideal for those who have already decided to form a nonprofit, this session covers the essential stages from conception to achieving tax-exempt status and beyond.
What You’ll Learn:
Board Recruitment: Strategies for assembling a dedicated and effective Board of Directors.
Formation Steps: The seven critical steps to forming a nonprofit public charity.
Compliance Obligations: Key state and federal compliance requirements for public charities.
Sustainable Funding: How to fund and sustain your nonprofit from day one.
Building Google Authority with Strategic SEO Google Analytics
Date & Time: March 18, 2025, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or creative professional, this workshop will equip you with actionable strategies to drive traffic, improve your search engine rankings, and connect with your audience. Learn the latest techniques in keyword research, on-page optimization, and content strategy, all tailored to help you outrank competitors and achieve measurable results. Join SCORE for this empowering session and take the first step toward dominating search engines and growing your brand. Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today!
Your website is a key component of your overall branding and marketing strategy. It's an opportunity to establish your credibility and demonstrate expertise in your business industry. We’ll dive into some critical SEO tools and tactics to help your website work harder for you. SEO is based on over 200 factors that Google considers to determine your rank position in search results. We’ll focus on those factors most highly weighted by Google and those which we can most effectively and efficiently influence to get you on the road to success.
Unlocking Your Marketing Potential in Just Six Weeks! | Part 4
Date & Time: March 17, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PDT
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
About this Event: Transform your business with a dynamic, results-oriented marketing course tailored to your unique goals. Whether launching a bold new venture or elevating your existing business, this program will empower you to build a standout brand, connect with your ideal audience, and implement strategies that drive measurable results.
Led by Kristine Miller—MBA, seasoned educator, and proven business strategist—this course provides practical tools, expert insights, and hands-on guidance. By the end of the program, you will walk away with a tangible, fully developed marketing plan that’s ready to implement and designed to bring your vision to life. Take control of your business future and achieve your goals with confidence!
Become a Facebook Expert: The Newest Tips and Tricks
Date & Time: March 13, 2025, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION:Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Knowing how to use Facebook can change your business overnight by driving customers to your website and your business. Getting more customers will lead to more sales in this very competitive business environment. And more sales means more profits for you!!
Presenter: Matt Cail started out in the world of message boards and web design. During five years as a Washington, D.C., consultant, he became knowledgeable about emergency communications and competition in the online video industry. He has worked in social media, search engine marketing, web design, and online advertising. Matt leads Super Charge Marketing is your one-stop social media firm for all of your social media marketing needs!
Canva Workshop
Date & Time: March 12, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $25
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Every Small Business Owners' most helpful web application, https://www.canva.com/ is a free design webpage with tons of templates to help you create
Social media posts INCLUDING promotion videos
Logos
Presentations
Business cards
Flyers
Brochures
Newsletters .... and SO MUCH more.
Even if you have taken this class in the past, there are NEW AI enhanced features now available.
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
SEO & Google Ads Tutorial With Step By Step Walkthroughs
Date & Time: March 12, 2025, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Are you struggling to drive website traffic that turns into sales, leads, or inquiries?
In this comprehensive course, you’ll learn how to boost your website’s organic (free) traffic from Google using proven strategies that successful businesses rely on.
Discover a step-by-step formula to increase your online presence and convert traffic into valuable actions.
This course is perfect whether you're looking to manage your own SEO and Google Ads, hire a reputable marketing agency, or make a career shift into digital marketing.
Your instructor, Brandon Leibowitz, is a seasoned digital marketing expert and founder of SEO Optimizers.
The 10 Steps to Selling your Business by Eric Singer
Date & Time: March 12, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: As a business broker in Portland, Oregon, I enjoy assisting business owners through the sale of their business. The 10 steps presented in detail will allow the owner to understand the process of selling their business even though they may not be engaged on a daily basis. Even if the sale of a business is in the future the information acquired will be useful in planning ahead. Preparing the business for sale in the near future is a strategy that can often increase the asking price.
Q&A session will conclude the talk.
Presenter: Eric Singer - I enjoy assisting and supporting other business owners through the sale of their business. I provide assistance with business valuations and presenting a good and accurate Profit and Loss statement (P&L) with ‘Add-Backs. I partner with my clients throughout the process, from preliminary research to closing.
Schedule C and Small Business Taxes
Date & Time: March 11, 2025, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Attendees will learn business deductions and credits. This workshop promotes tax planning to pay no more than the right amount of taxes, covering topics like Schedule C, deductions, profit, and loss. Save money on income taxes by writing it off!
About the Presenter: David Higgins works for the IRS in the Communications and Liaison Division as a Tax Specialist in Seattle, WA. David serves as the primary IRS contact to community, industry, and business organizations throughout the State of Washington. David coordinates, educates, and presents a variety of tax topics to all taxpayer communities, including employers, community groups, small business resource partners and tax practitioner organizations.
Cómo Empezar su Negocio
Fecha & Hora: 10 de marzo, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm PDT
Idioma: Spanish
Proveedor de eventos: Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
Lugar: En línea-Zoom
Precio: Gratis!
Registro: Haga clic aquí para registrarse
Acerca de este taller: En este taller, compartiremos información sobre cómo se pueden preparar antes de registrar o abrir su negocio. Exploraremos los pasos fundamentales para formalizar su negocio, incluyendo determinar cuáles son las diferentes estructuras de un negocio y cuáles son sus diferencias, los pasos para empezar su negocio y las secciones de un plan de negocio.
¡Completamente en español y sin costo!
Strategies to Identify and Reach Your Target Customers
Date & Time: March 10, 2025, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: In this Marketing workshop, we start by helping you identify your target market. These are your best potential customers and knowing them helps you create a better product or service. It also makes all your promotional efforts more focused and effective.
This workshop focuses on hands-on exercises to help you create a target market, value proposition and promotion plan for your business.
Presenter: This workshop is presented by SCORE Volunteer Mary Sullivan. Mary is co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Sweet but Fearless, a career transformation specialist.
From Dream to Reality: Women Business Leaders Talk Shop
Date & Time: March 7, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Rational Unicorn Legal
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $10 - $35
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: In celebration of Women's History Month, we are partnering with Xcelerate Women to host a panel discussion with three women business owners based out of Portland. This session will include a short talk and Q&A session with each of the three business owners about their business journey. They will share tips and tricks they've learned along the way, advice for beginning women entrepreneurs, and how they manage being a woman business owner.
Who should attend this class? Business owners or sole proprietors at all stages of operation
Panelists:
Dr. Lani Doser, DNP, FNP-C of Skinwise RX
Laura Halley of Revive Athletics
Janique Bacharach of Bacharach Construction
All our seminars are recorded and emailed to everyone who purchases a ticket!
Child Care Infrastructure Fund: Capital Planning and Debt Management
Date & Time: March 6, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: Northwest Native Chamber
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: In this session, facilitated in partnership with Robin Wang from Vibrant Future LLC, we’ll guide you through the essential steps of planning for the capital or “money” you need to grow, understanding the different types of debt your business might face, and how to manage it effectively. We’ll also explore how to balance debt with long-term sustainability in mind, ensuring your business remains financially stable and growing. Plus, you’ll learn how to tap into funding resources from CCIF, NWNC, and other programs to help your child care business access the financial support it needs.
Key Takeaways:
Planning for Capital – Learn how to plan for the money you need to grow your child care business, including how to apply for loans and grants.
Different Types of Debt – Understand the common types of debt child care businesses might have and how to manage them.
Balancing Debt and Sustainability – Discover ways to manage debt while ensuring your business has the financial stability to grow and remain sustainable long term.
Accessing Funding Resources – Learn about resources available to you from CCIF, NWNC, and other programs that will help your business get financial support.
Digital Media Series
Date & Time: March 6, 13, & 20, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: MESO (Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon)
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: $75
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Join MESO for a three part series workshop that will teach everything you need to know to create a Digital Marketing strategy and help you attract more customers and improve your sales. This is the time to bring your small business online!
Topics:
Social Media Set Up & Content Management
Online Reputation Management & Analytics, Instagram and social media
Website Build & Management
ABOUT MESO: MESO offers a wide range of services, including business classes, consulting, tailored growth planning, access to capital, credit building, and a connection to local resources.
Financial Basics for New Small Businesses
Date & Time: March 6, 2025, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Language: English
Event Provider: SCORE
Location: Online [Live virtual event]
Cost: Free
REGISTRATION: Click here to register for this class.
ABOUT THE EVENT: This workshop is designed to give you, the business owner, the financial skills and know-how needed to perform key tasks like to determine how to accurately compute the amount of funding you’ll need to start your business.
This workshop includes a special section on creating financial statements for service businesses.
Proper management of finances is crucial to any business’s success and a special set of skills is needed to understand and create these critical financial statements. This workshop is suitable for everyone whether you are starting a new business or need to update your skills.
Presenter: This workshop is presented by SCORE Volunteer Suzanne Rouaix.
Serie de Talleres de Medios Digitales
Fecha y Hora: 6, 13, & 20 de marzo , 2025, 8:00 am -10:00 am
Idioma: Español
Proveedor de eventos: MESO
Location: En Línea-Zoom
Precio: $75
REGISTRO: Haga clic aquí para registrarse
Acerca de esta clase: Una serie de 3 partes presentada por un equipo de profesionales presentado por MESO.
Configuración de redes sociales y gestión de contenidos
Gestión y análisis de la reputación online
Conceptos básicos de Instagram y participación social
Creación y gestión de sitios web
Únase a nosotros en un interesante programa que le enseñará todo lo que necesita saber para crear una estrategia de marketing digital y le ayudará a atraer más clientes y mejorar sus ventas. ¡Este es el momento de poner su pequeña empresa en línea!
ACERCA DE MESO: MESO ofrece una amplia gama de servicios, que incluyen clases de negocios, consultoría, planificación de crecimiento personalizada, acceso a capital, creación de crédito y una conexión con recursos locales.