Chances are you may have learned Excel in school, from a co-worker, or maybe you taught yourself ( ... Google anyone?). Another question might be, “What DON'T you know, and what would make it easier?” This is a much harder question to answer because we usually don’t know what we don’t know…

Join NCET and Greater Nevada Credit Union for a special panel on financial management essentials. Effective financial management is the linchpin of success for small businesses, requiring a number of crucial aspects…

Beware! Laws, wiser consumers, and stronger preference boundaries are finally catching up with the speed of digital marketing technology tools. They can and will levy fines and be used against you in a court of law. Empower and protect yourself by learning the laws, ethics, and best practices for AI, text, email and digital marketing efforts…

Small business owners have the burden of wearing many hats and drink from the proverbial firehose each day. Add employees to the mix and things get even more complicated! This can lead to feelings of frustration, anxiety, and confusion- not to mention losing valuable time and opportunities to grow your business…

Struggling to keep your brand exciting and engaging? You’re not the only one. Building a consistent brand that truly speaks to your audience is tough. And, making sure your brand is unique and true to your business adds another layer of complexity…

Telling the story of your business may be the most important tool in your marketing toolbox. Reno marketer and strategist Ira Gostin will share the brand storytelling techniques he uses to help companies grow and achieve their goals…

Newly crowned Mrs. Nevada Petite, Shirie Winters works with organizations that help women get back on their feet. Within this work, Shirie noticed a need for not only women, but men as well – the need to “see” how separate pieces in a closet can become a workplace wardrobe…

Finding Space. When starting a business everyone needs a space to run their business. If your business is in search of space, the business owner will need to decide if they are going to purchase or lease. With these two options come many variables and requirements…

All too often we hear our patients complain that their ailments are causing them to miss work, burnout, feel unproductive or suffer from mental illness. Wellness education and valuing health can start in the workplace and will benefit the business as a whole…

Nevadaworks is the Workforce Development Board for Northern Nevada and supports workforce development in 13 counties, over 70,000 square miles. Did you know that Nevadaworks is your business and employment support system for Northern Nevada…

A majority of the legislation that affects your business’ day-to-day operations probably comes from one place. Chances are it is not coming from City Hall, and it is probably not coming from Washington DC. If you live and work in Nevada, it probably comes from Carson City…

Did you get a COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) during the pandemic? If so, do you have all the information regarding your EIDL and how to make your payments? Join the Small Business Administration for a presentation on post-EIDL processing and servicing your EIDL…

As we all prepare for the holiday season, Biz Café will be DARK in November… and will be scheduled EARLIER in December. Mark your calendars for December 7th — the next Biz Café!

Pent up demand from Covid is driving up demand in the marketplace. Firms are keen to increase their capacity, but wary of capital expenditure because the spike in demand may be temporary. Toyota-style Lean process development can help you increase throughput without capital expenditure or additional hiring…

The American economy has changed drastically in the last several years. The market for labor is competitive and consumers want companies who walk the walk when it comes to diversity. How can your company investigate workforce solutions while becoming more sensitive to diverse and global customers?

UNR Innevation Center
Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm
Logan Lathrop’s research into the current cybersecurity climate for small businesses has shown a somewhat alarming trend; as larger companies get harder to attack, attackers are now focusing their attention on small businesses, and the attacks themselves are more targeted and damaging than ever before.

UNR Innevation Center
Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

We all hear buzzwords like wellness, self-care and taking care of ourselves before we take care of others. But what does it really mean? How can you take ownership of your health and understand the ins and outs of utilizing healthcare and making it fit your life. We’ll go beyond the, “take your daily vitamins” and deep dive into what it takes to be well from the inside out.

NEW LOCATION: UNR Innevation Center
Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

Listening is a critical skill for both professional and personal success. The good news is listening improves with awareness and practice. Listening comes in two flavors … understanding facts, and understanding feelings, also known as empathy.

NEW LOCATION: UNR Innevation Center
Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

Homelessness, addiction and mental illness are not only increasing in our region, but all over the nation. It seems pretty overwhelming but the good news is there ARE things that you can do right now, and it doesn't take much.

Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

It’s time to leverage the power of sports to build relationships. Sports have a way of bringing people together to make memories and share experiences. When you pair these moments in a fun atmosphere, you will build deeper connections.

Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

Ever wonder why so much marketing falls flat? Join marketer and communicator Ira Gostin to kick off the year as he helps you transform yourself into your business's Chief Storyteller.

Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

When our words and body language are out of alignment, people remember what they saw, not what they heard. How do you become aware of the message you're sending at the unconscious level?

Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

The way we’re working isn’t working. We are exhausted, tired, distracted, going through our days on auto-pilot. Gain practical tips, backed up by science to increase your energy, avoid decision fatigue, and increase capacity to get things done without increasing the number of hours worked.

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Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

In a year of isolation the desire for connection has forced us to evolve with technology. Join Cinammon Davies as she unmasks how COVID-19 changed the face of social media.

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Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

Get inspired and embrace the unexpected. Innovation is about going beyond people’s expectations in delivering ease and benefit, evoking positive emotion throughout the journey... so people are truly delighted and tell others about their experience.

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Speaker: 3 – 4 pm
Networking: 2 – 3 pm

What you want from networking? What is the style of networking that best fits you and those with whom you seek to network? And finally, what are useful ideas to maximize the work you put into networking, maybe even by discovering that it doesn’t have to be work at all?

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Free Live Stream: 3 - 4 pm
Virtual Networking: 2:30 - 3pm

Let’s talk about workplaces changes due to COVID because it isn't over yet. Melissa Marsh will provide best practice approach to a variety of workplace issues related to COVID.

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