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Tuesday, February 2, 2021 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Featuring Susan Peters as our guest speaker, let's continue the momentum of a fresh and uplifting start to our first WWLA luncheon.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Network with fellow business owners and decision-makers. Featured speaker: Chris Gomez.

Topic: Celebrity Cruises; pivoting during COVID/cruise forecast.

Tuesday, March 2, 2021 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Network with fellow female business owners and decision-makers. Featured speaker: Dr. Lindsey Santellan.

Topic: Mental Health/Self-Care

Tuesday, March 9, 2021 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Network with fellow business owners and decision-makers. Featured speaker: Tom Ensz KC FBI.

Topic: Cybersecurity Threats to Businesses

Tuesday, March 16, 2021 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Network with WIBA members and their guests, hosted by the Wealth Alliance Advisory Group, LLC.
Community Event
Intellectual Property Basics
Inventions, designs, original works of authorship, and trade secrets can provide you with economic benefits. Learn the basics of intellectual property protection. Jessica Pierpoint with the USPTO Kansas Patent and Trademark Resource Center will present.
Location:
online
1/21/2021 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Building a Social Media Plan for Your Small Business or Non-Profit
Ah, social media. Its everybodys favorite way to interact with others around the world and to market their products and services. Some people reach the elevated status of Social Media Darling, while others are posting day in and day out without any nibbles whatsoever. Whats the difference between the Darling and the Wannabe? The difference is in their social media planning and their ability to develop relationships.
Location:
Wichita Area Builders Association
1/26/2021 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
State Tax Webinar for Construction Contractors
Carl York with the Kansas Department of Revenue will focus on sales tax issues for construction contractors and subcontractors, including those who provide services such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, and landscaping. Learn about applying sales tax to materials and labor, Project Exemption Certificates, tax returns, billing, and more.
Location:
online
1/27/2021 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Viva la Virtual Event Planning
Navigate the complexities of setting up your live online virtual events, meetings and programs. Learn best practices behind the scenes.
Location:
Dawn Monroe Training
1/27/2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
State Tax Webinar
Carl York with the Kansas Department of Revenue will give you the basics in this free webinar. Topics include sales and compensating use taxes, tax forms and how to file them, estimated taxes, and recordkeeping.
Location:
online
1/27/2021 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Patent Basics
This webinar will introduce new inventors to types of patents and applications, patent eligibility, parts of a patent, how to find free legal assistance, patent searching, and more. Jessica Pierpoint with the USPTO Kansas Patent and Trademark Resource Center will present.
Location:
online
1/28/2021 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Startup and Start Right
Is 2021 the year you start a second business or a side gig? Learn how to quickly startup in just 10 steps. This webinar will cover licenses and permits, federal and state tax IDs, business structure, funding, marketing and other essentials.
Location:
online
1/29/2021 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Start an Online Business
This eCommerce crash course will help you with your online presence.
Location:
online
2/3/2021 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Trademark Basics
Discover the difference between a trademark, service mark, and registered mark. Then, learn how to search for existing marks and logos and walk through the online trademark application process. Jessica Pierpoint with the USPTO Kansas Patent and Trademark Resource Center will present.
Location:
online
2/4/2021 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
MailChimp Mania
Tour the MailChimp program to learn the basics of Audiences, Tags and Campaigns to leverage your network and reach your target communities.
Location:
Dawn Monroe Training
2/5/2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
QuickBooks Online: The Basics
Learn how to use the go-to cloud-based accounting software to help manage your company's finances. This webinar will cover the basics of bookkeeping, how to set up your QuickBooks Online account, how to record common transactions, and how to analyze your company's performance. Presenter Heather Denning is a Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor, alumni of Wichita State University and local business owner. Cost: $119
Location:
online
2/9/2021 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Social Media Starter Kit
This webinar presents a birds-eye view of social media options such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. You will walk away with the ability to decide what social media sites to use, and you will be able to create or update your business online presence.
Location:
online
2/10/2021 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
QuickBooks Online: The Details
Learn how to use QuickBooks effectively to better manage your company's finances.
Location:
online
2/11/2021 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Creating with Canva
Create social media graphics, presentations, posters, and other visual content with the Canva graphic design platform.
Location:
Dawn Monroe Training
2/11/2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Are You Ready for SBA's 8(a)/BD Program?
Join Teri Taylor with the Small Business Administration for an in-depth discussion about the SBA 8(a)BD certification program requirements. This program is designed to assist socially and economically disadvantaged firms in their attempts to grow and succeed, including potential access to Federal contracts.
Location:
online
2/16/2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Located in a HUBZone - Get Certified!
Join Teri Taylor with the Small Business Administration for an in-depth discussion about the HUBZone program requirements. If your principal office is located within a HUBZone, the SBAs HUBZone certification program may benefit your company in seeking Federal contracts or subcontracting efforts.
Location:
online
2/16/2021 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Woman-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program
Join Teri Taylor with the Small Business Administration for an in-depth discussion about the WOSB certification program. The Federal Governments goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to women-owned businesses each year.
Location:
online
2/17/2021 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Are You a Good Fit for SBA’s Mentor Protégé Program?
Join Teri Taylor with the Small Business Administration for an in-depth discussion about the SBAs mentor protg program. Your small business could learn from an experienced government contractor through the mentor-protg program.
Location:
online
2/17/2021 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Excel Fantastic Functions
There is more than just the AutoSUM
Location:
Dawn Monroe Training
2/18/2021 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Possible Workplace Changes Under the Biden Administration
With a new administration comes the possibility of changes to workplace laws. This webinar will explore what federal regulations and workplace laws the new administration might attempt to change.
Location:
online
2/18/2021 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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