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SUMMARY:Exploring Nature Writing: Wonder in Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Explore Nature Writing Outdoors with Quinta Mazatlan Educational Specialist Taylor Zavala\, on March 11. (photo Taylor L. Zavala)\nIn celebration of National Plant A Flower Day\, Quinta Mazatlán invites the public to explore and share a connection with nature through its writing class\, Exploring Nature Writing: Wonder in Wildflowers\, on March 11. Evaluate relationships with the natural world\, engage in stories\, learn new creative tools to enhance writing\, and explore techniques to tune in to the world around us before our imaginations are set off to play. \nThis class’s theme centers around ‘National Plant A Flower Day’ which was created to build awareness towards the species which could use a little more love as we shift into the Spring season. Flowers are as much a part of our culture and traditions as they are the natural world\, carrying stories\, messages and wishes. \nClass fee per person is $3 with advance registration preferred via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/exploring-nature-writing-wonder-in-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
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SUMMARY:Social Media for Small Businesses: Tips & Trends for 2023
DESCRIPTION:Do you use social media for your small business? Learn how social media can impact your company with UTRGV SBDC’s “Social Media for Small Businesses: Tips & Trends for 2023” on March 15. \nWhile not every business owner uses social media to connect with customers or build brand awareness\, those that do benefit greatly from its free tools. \nThis in-person workshop shares best practices as well as tips and tools to stay engaged with your target market and build a following\, plus much more. \nSession highlights:\n\nBrand awareness\nSocial media benefits\nSocial media tips & trends\nSocial media best practices\n\nThis in-person session is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC and presented by Monarch International Design\, Inc. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/social-media-for-small-businesses-tips-trends-for-2023/
LOCATION:Rio Bank Office Tower\, 701 E. Expressway 83\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Business - Marketing Essentials for your Business
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Small Business Administration’s “Marketing Essentials for your Business” workshop on March 17 helps entrepreneurs distinguish their business from the competition and reach ideal customers. \nMarketing is a topic many entrepreneurs ponder as they begin shaping their business ideas. Marketing is a solution-driven process that benefits both the customer and the business owner. While advertising is important\, it is only a single component to the entire marketing process. A marketing plan is the blueprint of strategies to help you win and retain customers. \nConsidered the heart of your business\, a marketing plan includes detailed information about your business location\, prices of products and services\, promotional methods\, and the product itself. \nWebinar Topics Include:\n\nEssentials of a marketing plan\nSegmentation and target markets\nSetting achievable marketing objectives\nBusiness positioning and branding\nPromotional Strategies (digital and traditional marketing)\nInternet and social media marketing\nMeasuring your marketing efforts success\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lets-talk-business-marketing-essentials-for-your-business/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veronica Z. Ortega%2C SBA":MAILTO:veronica.ortega@sba.gov
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SUMMARY:Show Me the Money! Small Business Financing Options
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to launch or expand your business? Do you need funding to get started or to move to the next level? \nJoin the the UTRGV SBDC on March 21 for “Show Me the Money! Small Business Financing Options\,” a forum on financing options for small businesses. \nGuest speakers include:\n\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nPeopleFund\nLiftFund\nLone Star National Bank\n\nThis event also includes a mini-fair and an opportunity to set a one-to-one appointment with the UTRGV Small Business Development Center for no-cost business advisement. \nThis in-person session is presented by the UTRGV SBDC and hosted by the Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation\, Rio Grande City Greater Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Public Library\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, and Starr County Industrial Foundation. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/show-me-the-money-small-business-financing-options/
LOCATION:UTRGV at Starr County Campus\, 138 N FM 3167\, Rio Grande City\, TX\, 78582\, United States
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Business Series - The Employee Policy Handbook
DESCRIPTION:“Know the Facts – The Employee Policy Handbook\,” presented by Texas Workforce Solutions-Cameron on March 24 teaches participants the importance of creating an employee handbook and the basic legal issues faced by employers when hiring. \nHuman resources is a critical component of employee well-being in any business\, no matter how small. HR responsibilities include payroll\, benefits\, hiring\, firing\, and keeping up to date with state and federal laws. \nDiscover and Learn:\n\nThe importance of creating an employee policy handbook and what it entails\nHow to protect your business from potential lawsuits such as wrongful termination\nHow unemployment issues can affect your business: eligibility\, claims\, and the appeals process\nSimple mistakes that are easily avoidable-top ten tips for employers\n\nThis is the sixth workshop in a series of 12 specifically developed by the U.S. Small Business Administration with the local entrepreneur in mind.  The 12-part series addresses a variety of subjects and connects participants with experts from federal\, state and local business resources. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/lets-talk-business-series-the-employee-policy-handbook/
LOCATION:SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office \, 2422 E. Tyler Ave.\, Suite E\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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