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State Calendar
The following events, sponsored by the NMSBDC Lead Center and partner organizations, are open to small business people and other interested parties. For a listing of additional events at any of the 19 local centers in New Mexico, please check the individual location.
To check other events listed around the state,
click the links below to view the calendar sorted by date or view the calendar sorted by location.
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May 12, 2008
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6:30 - 8:30 PM
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Farmington
5101 College Blvd.
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Pre-business Workshop
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15.00
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Jill Bumby
(505) 566-3528
bumbyj@sanjuancollege.edu
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Starting Your Business
Have you ever wanted to run your own business? Do you want a new start on your emerging business? "Starting Your Business" will introduce you to tools, resources and organizations that can help you start your business. Come and get the information you need.
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May 13, 2008
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9 a.m.-12 p.m.
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SANTA FE
6401 S. Richards Ave.
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Seminar
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0.00
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Steve Stephenson
(505) 428-1343
sstephenson@sfccnm.edu
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Information Session for CRS Taxpayers
This workshop for small business owners covers the basic taxes and how to file reports properly to avoid penalties. Topics include explanations of Gross Receipts Tax (GRT), compensating tax, withholding tax, the CRS Filer’s Kit and proper use of Nontaxable Transaction Certificates (NTTC).
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May 13, 2008
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1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Los Alamos
190 Central Park Sq
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Seminar
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25.00
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Sharon Springer
(505) 661-4803
sharon@losalamos.org
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The Fundamentals of a Job Search
-Writing a Powerful Resume and Cover Letter and Interviewing with Confidence.
An essential key to the successful job search campaign is the ability to write resumes and cover letters. This hand-on workshop will teach you the techniques to create outstanding resumes that get the interview. This seminar is geared towards individuals looking for employment and will teach you strategies that significantly increase the possibility of a successful job search. Learn to create a comprehensive job search plan, write a powerful resume, and interview with confidence!
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May 14, 2008
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8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Santa Fe
Santa Fe Commuity College
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Seminar
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20.00
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S. Stephenson
(505) 428-1343
sstephenson@sfccnm.edu
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Marketing to the Media
Great, positive attention from the media doesn’t just happen - it’s earned. Learning how to earn that attention is at the heart of this workshop. The presenter works with a journalist to train participants in the art of creating winning stories about their businesses, their non-profits, or themselves, and then place those stories with the right journalists. Make the most effective use of your advertising and marketing dollars.
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May 15, 2008
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3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Espanola
Northern New Mexico College- JCI Building- 1027 N. Railroad Ave.
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Basic Microsoft Word for Business Owners
Business Owners will Develop-
Business Flyers, fax-memo, quotation, invoice, business plan template etc...
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May 15, 2008
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9:00am - 12:00pm
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Espanola
Northern New Mexico College-JCI Building-1027 N. Railroad Ave.
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Graphic Design
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May 18, 2008
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May 18, 2008 to May 23, 2008 week long conference
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Silver City
Po Box 680
West 12th & Ketucky Str., Besse-Forward Global Resource Center, WNMU campus
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Course
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449.00
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Linda McArthur or Christine Staley
(575) 538-6320
mcarthur@wnmu.edu
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New Mexioc Economic Development Course 2008
Attend this one week intensive training event and explore how to select the right combination of strategies to cost-effectively create jobs in your community. This course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council, IEDC. Registration fees for in-state $449.00, out-of-state $549.00 plus an event fee of $175.00.
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May 22, 2008
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9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Raton
Holiday Inn Express Ponderosa Room
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Course
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35.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Beginning QuickBooks
This course is an introduction to QuickBooks and is designed for individuals with little to no QuickBooks experience. Learn to create a new company profile, modify the preset chart of accounts to suit your needs, writing, printing, & reconciling disbursement and payroll checks, invoices, recording payments, receivables, preparing financial statements and more.
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May 22, 2008
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1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Taos
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Gross Receipts Tax Workshop
The New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department will cover the following business topics:
Gross receipts tax
Compensating tax
Withholding tax
The CRS-1 Filer's Kit
How & When to File CRS-1 report forms
Non-taxable transaction certificates
Exemptions & deductions & much more...
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May 22, 2008
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2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Clovis
417 Schepps Blvd~Conf. Rm 151
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Dianna Thompson
(575) 769-4136
sbdc@clovis.edu
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Pre-Venture Seminar
This workshop is designed for the potential entrepreneur. It provides an overview of what you need to know to get started in a business. Most of the information is basic instruction concerning business start-up. The business plan process and finances will be discussed. Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 20th. Limited to ten attendees.
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May 22, 2008
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10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Zuni
UNM-Zuni Campus; Lab 106
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Seminar
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80.00
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Gallup SBDC
(505) 722-2220
sbdc@gallup.unm.edu
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QuickBooks For Beginners-Zuni, NM
UNM-G SBDC is conducting a hands-on QuickBooks 2008 workshop for beginners and those with some experience in QuickBooks who want to expand their knowledge. QuickBooks is a powerful tool to monitor a business' financial health and can lead to greater success. A manual will be provided as part of the fee.
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May 23, 2008
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8:30 to 11 a.m.
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Santa Fe
Santa Fe Community College
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Seminar
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20.00
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S. Stephenson
(505) 428-1343
sstephenson@sfccnm.edu
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Steps to Starting a Small Business
This is an overview of the necessary steps to take in starting a business. You will learn the proper sequence to follow in planning your business, from naming to marketing to legal entity.
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May 27, 2008
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9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Raton
Holiday Inn Express Ponderosa Room
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Course
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35.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Intermediate QuickBooks
This course is for individuals who have a basic knowledge of QuickBooks. The course is a continuation of the basic course Beginning QuickBooks. Learn advanced recordkeeping, payroll information and preparing and embellishing financial and other reports
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May 28, 2008
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9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Las Vegas
Luna Community College Student Services Conference Room
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Course
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0.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Financial Statements Analysis
This workshop is for anyone interested in gaining knowledge on how to operate a financially sound business and learn how to gauge the financial health of your business. You will get an overview of the three basic financial statements, how they are constructed, why they are constructed the way they are, and what they are trying to tell you.
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May 29, 2008
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9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Red River
The Sportsman's Lodge
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Course
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35.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Beginning QuickBooks
This course is an introduction to QuickBooks and is designed for individuals with little to no QuickBooks experience. Learn to create a new company profile, modify the preset chart of accounts to suit your needs, writing, printing, & reconciling disbursement and payroll checks, invoices, recording payments, receivables, preparing financial statements and more.
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May 29, 2008
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9:00am - 4:00pm
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Red River
The Sportsmans Lounge
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Course
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35.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Description
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Beginning QuickBooks
This course is an introduction to QuickBooks and is designed for individuals with little to no QuickBooks experience. Learn to create a new company profile, modify the preset chart of accounts to suit your needs, writing, printing, & reconciling disbursement and payroll checks, invoices, recording payments, receivables, preparing financial statements and more.
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May 29, 2008
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9:00 A.M. – Noon
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Hobbs
NMJC Campus – Workforce Training Center
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Seminar
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0.00
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Brandon Hunt
(575) 492-4700
sbdc@nmjc.edu
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Commercial & Health Insurance for Small Business
Around 41% of New Mexico businesses do not offer their employees health insurance with the main reason resulting from cost. Learn about your options as self-employed individuals, business owners, or potential entrepreneurs for health insurance. Commercial insurance coverage will be addressed to identify the best protection for your business.
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May 29, 2008
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8:45-11:45am
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Albuquerque
1309 4th Street SW @ Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Building
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Liliana Ramirez
(505) 248-0132
svsbdc@abq.com
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Description
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New Business Orientation Class
Information on starting up a business, Business Plan, License, Insurance, Marketing Strategies and more…
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May 29, 2008
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Las Cruces
SBDC at NMSU-DACC
2345 Nevada Ave.
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Seminar
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0.00
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Pavla
(575) 527-7676
sbdcinfo@nmsu.edu
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Valuing and Insuring Your Business (05/29/08)
If you plan to buy or sell a business, you need to know what it’s worth on the open market. This seminar discusses different approaches to setting a value on a business. Your business is probably your largest revenue producing asset.
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May 30, 2008
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9:00am - 4:00pm
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Red River
The Sportsmans Lounge
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Course
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35.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Description
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Intermediate QuickBooks
This course is for individuals who have a basic knowledge of QuickBooks. The course is a continuation of the basic course Beginning QuickBooks. Learn advanced recordkeeping, payroll information and preparing and embellishing financial and other reports.
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May 30, 2008
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9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Red River
The Sportsman's Lodge
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Course
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35.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Description
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Intermediate QuickBooks
This course is for individuals who have a basic knowledge of QuickBooks. The course is a continuation of the basic course Beginning QuickBooks. Learn advanced recordkeeping, payroll information and preparing and embellishing financial and other reports
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June 2, 2008
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6:00-8:00 p.m.
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Clovis
417 Schepps Blvd~Conference Rm 151
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Dianna Thompson
(575) 769-4136
sbdc@clovis.edu
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Pre-Venture Seminar
This workshop is designed for the potential entrepreneur. It provides an overview of what you need to know to get started in a business. Most of the information is basic instruction concerning business start-up. The business plan process and finances will be discussed. Registration deadline: Friday, May 30th. Limited to ten attendees.
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June 3, 2008
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Angel Fire
Community Center
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Course
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0.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Financial Statements Analysis
This workshop is for anyone interested in gaining knowledge on how to operate a financially sound business and learn how to gauge the financial health of your business. You will get an overview of the three basic financial statements, how they are constructed, why they are constructed the way they are, and what they are trying to tell you.
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June 3, 2008
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8:30 A.M. - Noon
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Hobbs
NMJC Campus – Workforce Training Center
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Seminar
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0.00
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Brandon Hunt
(575) 492-4700
sbdc@nmjc.edu
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Small Business Taxes for New Mexico (Form CRS-1)
This workshop for small business owners covers the basic taxes and how to file reports properly to avoid penalties. Topics include explanations of Gross Receipts tax, compensating tax, withholding tax, and the CRS Filers’ Kit. Representatives from NM Taxation & Revenue, NM Department of Labor, and Workers’ Compensation will address proper small business agency reporting.
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June 4, 2008
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9:00-12:00pm
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Albuquerque
1309 4TH St. Sw Ste. A
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Liliana Ramirez
(505) 248-0132
svsbdc@abq.com
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Marketing Application for Small Businesses
Definition of Marketing, Identifying your Target Market, Identifying and Promoting your Niche
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June 5, 2008
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9:00am - 12:00pm
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Espanola
Northern New Mexico College-JCI Building-1027 N. Railroad Ave.
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Rita Sandoval
(505) 747-2236
rtamm@nnmc.edu
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Description
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Understanding the Media & Media Buying
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June 6, 2008
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9:00am - 11:00am
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Las Cruces
DACC Mesquite Learning Center
906 N. Tornillo St.
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Seminar
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0.00
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Claudia Hadley, Business Advisor
(575) 528-7430
sbdcinfo@nmsu.edu
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Generals on Bookkeeping (06/06/08)
You will learn the basics of bookkeeping including; income, expenses, different journals and ledgers to keep, deductions, and financial statements.
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June 10, 2008
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Raton
Holiday Inn Express Ponderosa Room
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Course
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0.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Financial Statements Analysis
This workshop is for anyone interested in gaining knowledge on how to operate a financially sound business and learn how to gauge the financial health of your business. You will get an overview of the three basic financial statements, how they are constructed, why they are constructed the way they are, and what they are trying to tell you.
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June 10, 2008
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9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Santa Fe
Santa Fe Community College
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Seminar
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0.00
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S. Stephenson
(505) 428-1343
sstephenson@sfccnm.edu
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Description
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Information Session for CRS Taxpayers
This workshop for small business owners covers the basic taxes and how to file reports properly to avoid penalties. Topics include explanations of Gross Receipts Tax (GRT), compensating tax, withholding tax, the CRS Filer’s Kit and proper use of Nontaxable Transaction Certificates (NTTC).
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June 11, 2008
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8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Clovis
CCC ~ Rm 101 ~ 417 Schepps Blvd.
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Seminar
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0.00
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Dianna Thompson
(575) 769-4136
sbdc@clovis.edu
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Gross Receipts & Schedule C Workshop ~ II
This free workshop for potential or current small business owners covers the basic taxes and how to file reports. Topics include explanations of NM Gross Receipts tax, compensating tax, withholding tax, and the CRS Filers' Kit. Representatives from NM Taxation & Revenue, NM Department of Labor, and NM Workers' Compensation will address proper small business agency reporting. The IRS Form Schedule C will also be discussed. Registration deadline: Monday, June 9th.
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June 17, 2008
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9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Santa Rosa
Luna Community College Satellite Campus
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Course
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0.00
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Luna Community College SBDC
(505) 454-2582
ddelgado@luna.edu
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Financial Statements Analysis
This workshop is for anyone interested in gaining knowledge on how to operate a financially sound business and learn how to gauge the financial health of your business. You will get an overview of the three basic financial statements, how they are constructed, why they are constructed the way they are, and what they are trying to tell you.
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June 17, 2008
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6:00-8:00 p.m.
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Clovis
417 Schepps Blvd~Conf. Rm 151
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Pre-business Workshop
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0.00
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Dianna Thompson
(575) 769-4136
sbdc@clovis.edu
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Pre-Venture Seminar
This workshop is designed for the potential entrepreneur. It provides an overview of what you need to know to get started in a business. Most of the information is basic instruction concerning business start-up. The business plan process and finances will be discussed. Registration deadline: Friday, June 13th. Limited to ten attendees.
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June 17, 2008
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June 17, 2008 9am to noon / Thursday June 19, 20 9am to noon
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Silver City
1000 West College Street / Juan Chacon Building Computer Lab 230A
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Seminar
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10.00
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Christine
( ) 538-6320
sbdc@wnmu.edu
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QuickBooks 2008, Session I and Session II
A two day session! Come to one or both. SESSION I, on Tuesday, will cover getting started, setting up, working with lists, bank accounts, and entering sales information. SESSION II, on Thursday, covers receiving payments, entering deposits, paying invoices, analyzing financial data, and payroll basics.
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June 19, 2008
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9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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SANTA FE
6401 S. Richards Ave.
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Seminar
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20.00
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Steve Stephenson
(505) 428-1343
sstephenson@sfccnm.edu
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Customer Service Workshop
As a small business owner, you recognize that the ability to deal with difficult customers, employees, vendors and situations is essential to your success! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to deal with impossible scenarios and learn to successfully communicate on the telephone and in person to effectively prevent future conflicts. This seminar will help you increase customer satisfaction to ensure a boost in sales.
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June 19, 2008
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Las Cruces
SBDC at NMSU-DACC
2345 Nevada Ave.
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Seminar
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0.00
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Pavla
(575) 527-7676
sbdcinfo@nmsu.edu
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Multi-Level Marketing, Network Marketing and Franchises (06/19/08)
These methods of selling generally start with a relatively low cost and can build income quickly. But here are traps to look out for. Come learn how to evaluate these opportunities
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June 19, 2008
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6:00 – 9:00 P.M.
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Hobbs
NMJC Campus – Workforce Training Center
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Pre-business Workshop
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15.00
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Brandon Hunt
(575) 492-4700
sbdc@nmjc.edu
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Description
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Starting Your Own Small Business
A business plan allows you to evaluate your ideas, assess potential markets, plan for the future and clarify how your business will operate. This popular training seminar will provide small business owners and managers, and entrepreneurs with the process and information required for preparing a successful business plan. All components of the plan, including market analysis, marketing, sales, and financials will be addressed.
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June 25, 2008
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9:00-12pm
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Albuquerque
1309 4TH St. Sw
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Seminar
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0.00
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Liliana Ramirez
(505) 248-0132
svsbdc@abq.com
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Small Business Tax Workshop
Learn the basics of Federal and State withholding, gross receipts, and estimated tax payments,Gross receipts tax in NM,How & when to file CRS-1 reports, Employment Taxes (941, SUTA, etc.),Business information issues,How to Incorporate
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June 26, 2008
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8:45-11:45am
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Albuquerque
1309 4th Street SW @ Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Building
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