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SUMMARY:Indigenous Makers Etsy Cohort Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a maker\, artist\, or craftsman who creates handmade items?\n· Wouldn’t it be great to earn more money and reach more people than any of your social media can?\n· Want to sell your creations year-round without having to wait on a powwow or other event? \nIf you answered yes to any of these questions\, then you should explore the potential of taking your business to the next level by selling online through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is partnering with the Nest Artisan Guild to launch a special program that will help Native makers expand their market and make more income by selling on the Etsy platform. Makers chosen to participate in the 3-month program will receive all the assistance and training they need to launch a successful Etsy store. In addition to the specialized training and assistance\, participants will also receive grants that will help ensure their successful launch into the global marketplace. \nDuring this informational session\, you will hear from two Native makers who have experienced tremendous success selling through Etsy. MaryBeth Timothy and Lynn Wilson will explain why they chose Etsy as their primary online sales platform and share how they plan to use their knowledge and best practices to help program participants achieve the same success they’ve had. \nOnce again\, to register\, please visit: ntv.bz/etsy1 \n\n\nFor more information about the IDRS Acorn Project or to get help for your business at no cost\, please contact us at: \nOur Team Help email: help@idrsinc.org\nPhone: 916-482-5800\nWebsite: www.nativebiz.org\nFacebook: www.facebook.com/idrsacornproject\nInstagram: www.instagram.com/idrs_acorn_project \nAbout IDRS Acorn Project: \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is a program of Indian Dispute Resolution Services\, Inc. (IDRS\, Inc.) a 501(c)(3) Native-governed\, non-profit based in California. The IDRS Acorn Project provides free\, online and offline small business training to Native entrepreneurs throughout the United States. IDRS also offers free counseling services to Native entrepreneurs to help them start and grow small businesses. \nIDRS\, Inc. also provides dispute resolution services including mediation and facilitation\, dispute resolution training\, and tribal election administration to Native American tribes. For more information about IDRS\, please visit www.idrsinc.org.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/indigenous-makers-etsy-cohort-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Affordable Connectivity Program Info Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Having good internet is almost a prerequisite for running your business today. Whether for marketing and social media\, accepting payments\, or just using apps that make operating your business so much easier\, having internet just makes business life better. \nAre you struggling to afford these necessary internet services? If you live on qualifying tribal lands\, you may be eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program offered by the Federal Communications Commission. This program helps families and households connect to the internet by providing $75 a month towards internet service and a laptop or desktop device for a very low cost. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to get connected to the internet and improve your access to education\, job opportunities\, and more. \nOnce again\, to register\, please visit: ntv.bz/acp \n\nFor more information about the IDRS Acorn Project or to get help for your business at no cost\, please contact us at: \nOur Team Help email: help@idrsinc.org\nPhone: 916-482-5800\nWebsite: www.nativebiz.org\nFacebook: www.facebook.com/idrsacornproject\nInstagram: www.instagram.com/idrs_acorn_project \nAbout IDRS Acorn Project: \nThe IDRS Acorn Project is a program of Indian Dispute Resolution Services\, Inc. (IDRS\, Inc.) a 501(c)(3) Native-governed\, non-profit based in California. The IDRS Acorn Project provides free\, online and offline small business training to Native entrepreneurs throughout the United States. IDRS also offers free counseling services to Native entrepreneurs to help them start and grow small businesses. \nIDRS\, Inc. also provides dispute resolution services including mediation and facilitation\, dispute resolution training\, and tribal election administration to Native American tribes. For more information about IDRS\, please visit www.idrsinc.org.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/affordable-connectivity-program-info-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Funding a Business Acquisition
DESCRIPTION:Join staff from the Seattle SBA office to learn how SBA-backed loans may be utilized for the acquisition\, in full or in part\, of an existing business. \nWednesday Webinars \nWednesday Webinars with SBA Seattle is an ongoing series of free\, virtual\, webinars covering a variety of topics to benefit small business owners. On the second Wednesday of each month\, we will be highlighting SBA loan programs and opportunities for small business funding. \nAbout the Presenter \nToday’s topic will be presented by Janie Sacco\, Outreach and Marketing Specialist with SBA’s Seattle District. Janie started working for the SBA in 2020. Janie has been in banking since 1975 providing funding to the small business community in the greater Puget Sound market. Janie serves both SBA lenders and borrowers. She is devoted to providing quality financial education to small business owners and entrepreneurs\, specifically focusing on women\, minority\, and veteran-owned businesses.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/funding-a-business-acquisition/
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SUMMARY:Trademark Basics Bootcamp Virtual Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This free USPTO event series provides a comprehensive overview of the process for federal trademark registration and maintaining a federal trademark. If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur seeking to protect your brand and product identities\, Trademark Basics Boot Camp is for you. \nTrademark Basics Boot Camp is offered regularly throughout the year. During each series run\, we cover one module weekly for eight weeks\, with each module focusing on different aspects of trademarks and the registration process\, from filing and examination to post-registration requirements for keeping your registration alive. Each module concludes with a question-and-answer period where you can ask our USPTO trademark experts questions. \nYou can attend the entire series or just the modules that best match your interests\, but you must sign up for each module to attend. If you attend all eight modules\, you can request a certificate of attendance. To learn more and sign up\, select an individual module from the listing below. \n\n\nJAN 9\, 2024 – VIRTUAL\nTrademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 1: Fundamentals\n\n\nA must for any new trademark owner. In this module\, we’ll cover definitions and types of trademarks\, benefits of federal registration\, selecting a trademark\, filing and registration\, and how to find help. \n\n\n\n\nJAN 16\, 2024 – VIRTUAL\nTrademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 2: Registration process overview\n\n\nThis event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module\, we’ll focus on the overall trademark registration process\, from filing to registration. \n\n\n\n\nJAN 23\, 2024 – VIRTUAL\nTrademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 3: Searching\n\n\nThis event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module\, we’ll cover important principles related to searching the USPTO’s trademark database. \n\n\n\n\nJAN 30\, 2024 – VIRTUAL\nTrademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 4: Application requirements\n\n\nThis event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module\, we’ll focus on the requirements for an initial trademark application. \n\n\n\n\nFEB 6\, 2024 – VIRTUAL\nTrademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 5: Application filing walk-through\n\n\nA must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks. In this module\, we focus on the Trademark Electronic Application System\, the required system for making trademark submissions to the USPTO.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/trademark-basics-bootcamp-virtual-workshop-series/
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SUMMARY:FAFSA Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lapwai High School is excited to host a FAFSA Workshop\, empowering students with valuable insights into the financial aid application process. This workshop aims to guide students through the intricacies of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)\, a crucial step in securing financial assistance for higher education. Knowledgeable facilitators will be on hand to provide step-by-step assistance\, helping students navigate the FAFSA form and understand the various aid options available. This event underscores our commitment to supporting students in their pursuit of higher education by demystifying the financial aid process and ensuring they are well-equipped to make informed decisions about their academic future. Questions? Connect with Heewekse at heewekse@stage.nimiipuufund.org.
URL:https://nimiipuufund.org/event/fafsa-workshop/
LOCATION:Lapwai\, Lapwai
CATEGORIES:Featured
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