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The South Texas Women's Business Center is committed to the success of small businesses, and often hosts and participates in special workshops or seminars that provide the type of information and guidance that so many small business owners want.

Check here on an ongoing basis for the upcoming events that might be beneficial for you and your business.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Iris Duran, 100 W. Houston, Ste. 1900  210.207.0112.

 
Upcoming Events
1/13/2009  STWBC course
HR Essentials: Employee Descriptions and Roles

You're ready to hire, but how do you define the position you need to attrach the right employee? An HR specialist is ready to help you write job descriptions and define the roles of your staff

Topics Covered:
-FICA
-Social Security
-Job Descrptions for hiring and position definition

Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Tuesday January 13th
6:00-7:00 PM
EDD Training Room
Frost Bank Tower
19th Floor
100 W Houston, 78205

1/17/2009  STWBC Class
Why Plan? Introduction to the Business Plan

Business Plans are the blue prints for any smoothly run business. But what goes in it? Simplify the Business Plan process through this workshop. Learn what leads to a great plan--and the necessity of having one.

Topics Covered:
-Company Description
-Evaluation of Needs
-Product Description
-Manangement and Organizational Desciptions

Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Saturday January 17th
9:30 -11:00 AM
EDD Training Room
19th Floor
Frost Bank Tower
100 W Houston, 78205


*Please arrive 10 minutes early
*Parking is available in tower from 9:00 AM

1/20/2009  STWBC Class
Business Plan Research

You know whats in a plan, but where do you find all the overwhelming information? This course covers how to research your product and market for the business plan

Topics Covered:
-Market Research
-Competition Research
-Mystery Shopping
-Balance Sheets
-Projection of Sales
-Profit and Loss Sheets

Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Tuesday January 20th
9:30 -11:00 AM
EDD Training Room
19th Floor
Frost Bank Tower
100 W Houston, 78205


*Please arrive 10 minutes early
*Parking is available in tower from 9:00 AM

1/22/2009  Platicas Lunch Series
Leadership in Business
Guest Speaker: Cheryl Cook, President of NAWBO

Register Here

January 22, 2009
11:30AM-12:00 PM Registration
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch and Networking

Central Public Library Auditorium
600 Soledad
San Antonio, TX, 78205
Parking is validated for one hour

$10 pre-registration
$15 at door
Registrants will be billed absentee attendance of $15 the day of the event

1/22/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU SERIES: Business Foundations

This session is about preparing your journey as a
business owner. You will examine and critique
your business ideas so you can begin creating a
road map to a successful business. You will also
learn how to choose a name, set your business up right, learn about certifications, and calculate start
up costs.

Register Here

January 22, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM

Complimentary Course

Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society




1/27/2009  STWBC course
I Need a Website: What should I do?

Learn why you need a website to market and how to find the right website for you

Topics Covered:
-Terminology
-Templates
-Host Sites to help you launch a page
-The appearance of an effective website

Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Tuesday January 27th
6:00 -7:30 PM
EDD Training Room
19th Floor
Frost Bank Tower
100 W Houston, 78205


*Please arrive 10 minutes early
*Parking is available in tower from 9:00 AM

1/28/2009  STWBC course
Understanding Financial Statements

Can't Figure out your business' bookkeeping? Hear from experts in banking and lending what you need to record and how.

Topics Covered:
-Financial Sheets
-What Business Financials you need to record
-Terminology


Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Wednesday, January 28th
9:00 - 11:00 AM
EDD Training Room
19th Floor
Frost Bank Tower
100 W Houston, 78205


*Please arrive 10 minutes early
*Parking is available in tower from 9:00 AM

2/2/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU SERIES: Anatomy of a Business Plan I


This session will introduce you to the business
plan and walk you through packaging a business
plan. It will go over the sections of a business
plan and revisit the essential narrative and
data that is required in a business plan.

Register Here

February 2, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM

Complimentary Course

Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society




2/3/2009  STWBC Workshop
Credit Score Basics: Getting the Score you Need


Tuesday February 03
5:30-7:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior


Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials

Frost Bank Tower
Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

2/26/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU SERIES: Anatomy of a Business Plan II


This session will focus on market research and financial
data planning. This class will help you
understand what it takes to make your case as
an entrepreneur and business owner. Understanding
research components and financial planning
is essential to business success no matter the
industry or the size of your business.

Register Here

February 26, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society




3/2/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU Series: Small Business Finance 101

This session is dedicated to understanding
the books of your business and/or your
personal finances. In this session you will
learn how to create a startup budget, understand
financial statements, create financial
forecasts, and understand your credit
score.

Register Here

March 2, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society




3/19/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU Series: Access to Capital

Everyone wonders how to access business financing.
Come hear from experienced business loan officers
about what makes the perfect loan customer.

Register Here

March 19, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society


Complimentary course


3/30/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU Series: The New Marketing Landscape

Today’s marketing is a balance of the past and the
present. In order to be successful businesses must find
harmony reaching their target market with traditional
(print, radio, TV) and contemporary (web, internet, networking).
This session will help you put a plan together
to develop and maintain your marketing strategies and
goals and how to adjust them.

Register Here

March 30, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society


Complimentary course


4/8/2009  STWBC course
OLLU Series: Presenting, Promoting and Packaging

First impressions are critical. This session will focus on
the importance of presentation skills, promotional
pieces, and packaging both the verbal and the narrative
to make a lasting mark on your potential clients.

Register Here

April 8, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society


Complimentary course


4/20/2009  STWBC Class
OLLU Series: Business Leadership

The work is never done as a business owner. This session is dedicated
to understanding the importance of business leadership. In order to
be successful you must plan, empower, and engage.

Register Here

April 20, 2009
5:30PM-7:30 PM


Our Lady of the Lake
University, Elliot House
Center for Women in
Church and Society


Complimentary course


 
Recent Events
1/6/2009  STWBC Class
Business Basics: Steps for Starting a New Business

Discover step by step information on launching a business before you take the leap.

Topics Covered:
-Evaluating your product and situation
-Estimating Start up Costs
-Legal Structures
-Legal Requirements and Permits

Register Here

A Donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue our programs and offer the proper materials


Tuesday Jan 6
9:00-11:00 AM
EDD Training Room
Frost Bank Building, 100 W Houston 19th Floor

12/16/2008  STWBC Class
Effective Marketing and Public Relations

Marketing and public relations are essential tools in creating a successful and vibrant business. In addition to advertising, most well-executed marketing plans include one or more of the following public relations tools: press releases, media interviews, editorials, seminars, workshops, public speaking engagements, and special events. Small business owners are invited to learn more about effective promotion through this informational and helpful course.

Register Here

*Class is limited to first 20 students

*Cost: A donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue offering our services to the community

Tuesday December 16
5:30-7:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

Frost Bank Tower
Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

12/13/2008  STWBC course
Principles of Accounting

Learn the basic principles and underlying concepts of accounting. This course provides essential tools on how accounting can be used to improve the quality and success of your business.

This course is the basics of accounting, such as ledgers and different forms of bookkeeping and terminology.

Register Here

*Class is limited to first 20 students

*Cost: A donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue offering our services to the community

Saturday, December 13
9 AM - 11 AM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

Frost Bank Tower
Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

*Classes are non-refundable, however, can be rescheduled in some cases.

12/9/2008  STWBC Class
Basic Human Resource Laws for Small Business

Employees are essential in running a successful business. It's hard to find good help and even harder to keep them. This course offers information on Human Resource laws that ensure the proper protection for your business , your employees and their benefits.

Register Here

*Class is limited to first 20 students

*Cost: A donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue offering our services to the community

Tuesday December 09
9:30-11:30 AM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

Frost Bank Tower
100 W. Houston Street, Suite 1900

*Classes are non-refundable, however, can be rescheduled in some cases.

11/25/2008  STWBC Class
Foundations of Starting a Business

Is owning a business right for you? Find out what it takes to successfully start and run your business. Learn the steps you must follow and who you must meet before opening the doors.

Register Here

*Cost: A donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue offering our services to the community

Tuesday, November 25
11:30 AM-1 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

Frost Bank Building
100 W. Houston, 78205
EDD Training Room, 19th Floor

11/20/2008  Platicas Lunch Series
Wellness for the Holidays

The Holidays are stressful and your job is hectic. How do you make the season go by without a snag?


A Wellness Seminar Focused on: Relaxation and exercise for busy professionals, wellness tips and mental health.

Small Businesses will also have tables on display for holiday shopping

Thursday, November 20, 2008

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Lunch and Program
Central Public Library, 600 Soledad
$10 Advanced Registration/$15 Door Registration
No refunds

Register Here

11/13/2008  STWBC Class
Principles of Accounting

Learn the basic principles and underlying concepts of accounting. This course provides essential tools on how accounting can be used to improve the quality and success of your business.

Register Here

*Class is limited to first 20 students

*Cost: A donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to continue offering our services to the community

Thursday, November 13
11 AM - 1 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

Frost Bank Tower
Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

*Classes are non-refundable, however, can be rescheduled in some cases.

11/12/2008  STWBC Workshop
Smart Business, Smart Financing.

Northeast Lakeview College an ACCD affiliate, is hosting STWBC, Capital CDC, and STBF in a workshop that will provide detailed information on structuring your business the right way and preparing business plans so that you can take the next steps to access Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans and microloans.

This seminar will answer: Is my business set up right? How do I start a business plan?
What do I need to get a loan? How do I qualify? What loan programs are out there for me?

At the event you will hear from business counselors and loan officers who have over 30 years of experience.

Register Here

Location: Northeast Lakeview College Library
1201 Kitty Hawk Rd, 78239
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Time: 9:00 am- 11:00 am

 
 
 
 
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100 W. Houston Street, Suite 1900  .  San Antonio, TX 78205
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 830505 . San Antonio, TX 78283-0505
Phone: 210.207.0112  .  Fax: 210.207.3939
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