Business Center Events

Start a Small Business in 8 Steps

Tuesday, February 19th, 2019

The Western Dairyland Business Center and the Women's Business Center invite entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners to "Start a Small Business in 8 Steps" on Tuesday, February 19th. The class will run from 6 pm-9 pm at the Western Dairyland offices at 418 Wisconsin Street in Eau Claire.  Tuition is $29. Class materials are included. Scholarships are available for income-eligible individuals.

Topics covered include:

1. Are You an Entrepreneur?

2. Honing an Idea

3. Business Feasibility

4. Legal Structure, Permits & Zoning

5. Marketing

6. Recordkeeping

7. Business Plan

8. Funding

After the class, attendees may request free, one-on-one assistance from Western Dairyland's Business Development Specialists delving deeper into the individual small business needs, including preparing a business plan with financial forecasting to present to lenders.

There are three easy ways to register and pay for the class: online at www.SuccessfulBusiness.org, by phone at 715-836-7511 ext. 1171, or in person at the Western Dairyland office at 418 Wisconsin Street in Eau Claire. Because space is limited, pre-registration and payment is required.