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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
10/7/2008  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, October 7
9 AM-11 AM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

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

10/10/2008  STWBC Class
Business Plan Basics Turbo

A Business Plan should be your guidebook to running a successful business. Whether starting your business or striving to reach the next phase, you must conduct research to better know your product and target market. Find out about the key elements in a proper business plan and what loan officers look for. Learn how to calculate projections and create balance sheets.

This intensive half day class will teach to how to accumulate proper data to assist you in creating a solid business plan.

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

Friday, Oct 10
11 AM-1 PM

Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

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

10/23/2008  STWBC Class
Financing your Small Business

Business is steady, you have your clientele and you overcame your first years in business. Now what? Learn how to finance your business through several programs to keep expanding and to take the next big step.

Register Here

*Class is limited to first 20 students
*Cost: A donation of $10, or any amount, is greatly appreciated so that the Women's Center can continue quality programming and training at a minimal cost.

Thursday, October 23
11:30AM-1:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

EDD Training Room
Frost Bank Tower
100 W. Houston Street, Suite 1900

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

10/28/2008  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 October 28
5:30 - 7:30 PM
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.

11/5/2008  STWBC Class
The Complete Web Package: What to Know Before Starting a Website

Features: An intensive course on everything you need to consider before starting your website: The Fundementals of Web-Design, E-Commerce and E-Marketing

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

Wednesday, November 5
9 AM-12 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.

11/8/2008  STWBC course
Business Plan Basics Turbo

A Business Plan should be your guidebook to running a successful business. Whether starting your business or striving to reach the next phase, you must conduct research to better know your product and target market. Find out about the key elements in a proper business plan and what loan officers look for. Learn how to calculate projections and create balance sheets.

This intensive half day class will teach to how to accumulate proper data to assist you in creating a solid business plan.

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, Nov 08
9 AM-12 PM

Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

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

11/11/2008  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 November 11
5:30-7:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

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

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.

11/20/2008  Platicas Lunch Series
Mentoring and Wellness
Get advice and tips from expert women in several fields who've been there and done it


Roundtables Led by: small business owners in retail, construction, engineering, restaurant and beauty industries. Health tips provided as Well.
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

11/25/2008  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

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.

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.

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.

12/16/2008  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

 
Recent Events
9/30/2008  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.

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, September 30
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.

9/25/2008  STWBC course
The Complete Web Package: What to Know Before Starting a Website

Features: An intensive course on everything you need to consider before starting your website: The Fundementals of Web-Design, E-Commerce and E-Marketing

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, September 25
9 AM-12 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.

9/23/2008  STWBC course
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 September 23
5:30-7:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

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

9/18/2008  September
Tough Times? Smart Business! How to Plan during Economic Hardships

How can you keep business afloat during slow economic times? Hear firsthand knowledge from a business consultant about how businesses have managed to stay open and keep the money coming.

Guest Speaker: Gloria Andrade Merrell, President of Andrade Business Consultants, LLC
Thursday, September 18, 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

9/16/2008  PTAC/ STWBC Workshop
Market Plans, Resumes and Government Contracts

A Marketing and PR workshop sponsored by Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the South Texas Women's Business Center.

This workshop will help you start a marketing plan, help you assemble a resume, brochure, or a business card with key words to strengthen your business, and link you to professionals who know what it takes to close a deal.

The expertise of both organizations will help you reach new clients, nurture current ones, and reach for contracts, both public and private.

Be ready to roll your sleeves up and get to work! We will have laptops on hand to create your documents as well.


Registration Closed

*Class is limited to first 20 students

*Cost: Complimentary

Tuesday, September 16
9 AM -10:30 AM
Cliff Morton Business Development Center
1901 S. alamo
Training Room A

Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

9/13/2008  STWBC course
Business Plan Basics Turbo

A Business Plan should be your guidebook to running a successful business. Whether starting your business or striving to reach the next phase, you must conduct research to better know your product and target market. Find out about the key elements in a proper business plan and what loan officers look for. Learn how to calculate projections and create balance sheets.

This intensive half day class will teach to how to accumulate proper data to assist you in creating a solid business plan.

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, September 13
9 AM-12 PM

Training Room
100 W. Houston, Ste 1900, 78205

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

9/9/2008  STWBC course
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 Sept 9
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.

9/2/2008  STWBC course
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, September 2
5:30- 7:30 PM
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior

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

8/26/2008  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.

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, August 26
5:30- 7:30 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.

8/19/2008  STWBC course
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 August 19
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.

8/9/2008  STWBC course
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, or any amount, is greatly appreciated so that the Women's Center can continue quality programming and training at a minimal cost.

Saturday, August 9
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.

 
 
 
 
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Located in the Frost Bank Tower
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
1-800-557-2532

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