Sept. 28. SBDC Business Plan Writing NACET Conference Room 2225 N. Gemini Dr., 5 to 8 p.m. This three-hour training is designed for individuals and businesses that are interested in writing a viable business plan. The workshop will cover the key components of developing a business plan. Topic matter includes organizational and market objectives, market analysis, competitive comparison, how to prepare a SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunities and threat) analysis for both your business and … [Read more...] about Learn to Write a Business Plan
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Grand Opening Celebration at the Gallery in Williams
The Gallery in Williams, an artist cooperative, is open for business. The Gallery is located at 309 West Route 66 in Williams next to the Sultana Theater. The co-op features local artists and their wide range of mediums. The artists themselves operate the Gallery, assist customers and perform assorted duties in the day-to-day functions required to operate the gallery. The Grand Opening for the Gallery will take place Saturday, October 1st. There will be artists demonstrations … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration at the Gallery in Williams
SBE Council Economist on Latest Inflation Numbers
Raymond J. Keating, chief economist for the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), offered the following statement in reaction to the CPI inflation numbers released this morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: "Despite the continuing efforts by Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke to reassure that everything is under control regarding inflation, the CPI inflation data for August, up 0.4%, and the past year, running at 3.8%, confirm that this is simply not the case. … [Read more...] about SBE Council Economist on Latest Inflation Numbers
Phoenix Forbes Ranking Good for Northern Arizona
Phoenix is likely to become one of this country’s next boomtowns, according to Forbes Magazine and Joel Kotkin’s article, “What Cities Are Best Positioned to Grow and Prosper in the Coming Decade?” Out of 52 of the largest metro areas in the United States that were evaluated and assessed, Phoenix ranked ninth. Being included on such an elite list is very promising for not only the city of Phoenix, but the Flagstaff area and the entire state of Arizona. “Proportionally, when Phoenix grows, … [Read more...] about Phoenix Forbes Ranking Good for Northern Arizona
Business Book Discussion
Sept. 28 7:00 pm. Flagstaff Business News Book Reviewer and Reporter Constance DeVereaux will be leading the Business Roundhouse discussion each month at Barnes and Noble. Each month, DeVereaux will engage with you in discussion of a new business book. September's business book is What Makes Business Rock by former MTV chairman, Bill Roedy.Buy your copy of the reviewed book each month at Barnes and Noble, 701 S. Milton. Also, check out Constance Devereaux's article in Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Business Book Discussion
Jamelle Kelly and Cameron Clark are owners of Cameron + Kelly Studios in downtown Flagstaff. The two offer unique photography, concentrating on their favorite subjects: people. While customer service is their biggest focus, the pair thoroughly enjoy their craft, bringing laughter and professionalism into each work day. Flagstaff Business News caught up with Jamelle and Cameron to learn more about what they offer to the Northern Arizona community. Photography is popular business in a … [Read more...] about
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Web-Based Business Tools
Sept. 20th Beginning at 6:00 p.m., www.FlagTechTalk.com is hosting an educational lecture designed to break technical barriers. Have you ever needed a software tool such as a photo editor but do not want to pay for Photoshop? Does your staff need to be able to share information about customers? Do you need mobile access to critical business information? Do you need to work collaboratively on a presentation or document? Come to Flag Tech Talk's Web Based Business Tools session and find out … [Read more...] about Web-Based Business Tools
Region Escaping Worst of Equine Virus
The recent outbreak of equine herpes across a number of western states, including Arizona, could not have come at a worse time in the season, according to Northern Arizona veterinarian Dr. Jim Maciulla. He explains that the scare over the virus happened during the middle of a series of major horse shows, rodeos and roping competitions. “The horse industry has been hit hard by the recession anyway,” Maciulla said. “This virus has not helped – it’s created a lot of uncertainty.” While the … [Read more...] about Region Escaping Worst of Equine Virus
Young Entrepreneurs Learn from Business Leaders
When Anthony Horn was six years old, he wasn’t playing with army men like other youngsters his age; he took apart a Power Mac GE computer. “My inspiration for technology and being in a business came from Apple. I have always been a fan of Apple, but the way Steve Jobs [CEO of Apple] thinks simply inspires me. He knew what he was doing, with Apple, Pixar, and NExT,” Horn said. Horn is going to be a junior at Coconino High School this fall and is looking forward to his educational … [Read more...] about Young Entrepreneurs Learn from Business Leaders
Business Plan Writing
Aug 31. 5-8 p.m. The SBDC is offering this three hour training designed for individuals and businesses interested in writing a viable business plan. The workshop will cover the key components of developing a business plan. Topic matter includes organizational and market objectives, market analysis, competitive comparison, how to prepare a SWOT (strength, weakness, opportunities and threat) analysis for both your business and then competition, business environment, customer profile, operational … [Read more...] about Business Plan Writing