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    June Business Events

    May. 15, 2009

    Tuesday, June 2
    The First Step: Business Startup Essentials (Butler Outreach)
    Designed to teach individuals about the process of starting a small business, this workshop will address the many issues that face entrepreneurs in today’s changing world. Topics include business structure and formation, employee issues, taxation requirements and insurance, among others. Conducted by Duquesne’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) staff.
    Sponsored by the SBDC at Duquesne University.
    10 a.m. to noon, Butler County Community Development Corp., 112 Woody Dr., Butler. Cost: Free.
    Call 724.283.1961 to register and for more information.

    Thursday, June 4
    11th Annual Entrepreneur’s Growth Conference
    Achieve the full potential of your business, whether you’re just starting out or striving for the next level, with information on the latest business trends and growth-building strategies, inspirational keynote addresses from nationally renowned entrepreneurs and one of the largest gatherings of entrepreneurial leaders and resources in Pennsylvania.
    7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Duquesne University Union, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: Early bird price (full day) $119, after May 28 $139; half day $79; lunch only, $50.
    Call 412.396.6233 or visit www.egc.duq.edu to register and for more information.

    Wednesday, June 10
    The First Step: Business Startup Essentials
    Designed to teach individuals about the process of starting a small business, this workshop will address the many issues that face entrepreneurs in today’s changing world. Topics include business structure and formation, employee issues, taxation requirements and insurance, among others. Conducted by Duquesne’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) staff.
    Sponsored by the SBDC at Duquesne University.
    9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Room 505, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: Free.
    Call 412.396.6233 to register and for more information.

    Thursday, June 11
    The First Step: Business Startup Essentials (Beaver Outreach Center)
    Designed to teach individuals about the process of starting a small business, this workshop will address the many issues that face entrepreneurs in today’s changing world. Topics include business structure and formation, employee issues, taxation requirements and insurance, among others. Conducted by Duquesne’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) staff.
    Sponsored by the SBDC at Duquesne University.
    10 a.m. to noon, Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, 300 S. Walnut Lane, Suite 202, Beaver. Cost: Free.
    Call 724.775.3944 to register and for more information.

    The First Step: Business Startup Essentials (Lawrence County Outreach)
    Designed to teach individuals about the process of starting a small business, this workshop will address the many issues that face entrepreneurs in today’s changing world. Topics include business structure and formation, employee issues, taxation requirements and insurance, among others. Conducted by Duquesne’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) staff.
    Sponsored by the SBDC at Duquesne University.
    9 to 11:30 a.m., Lawrence County Learning Center, 131 Columbus Inner Belt, New Castle. Cost: Free.
    Call 724.656.3564 to register and for more information.

    Wednesday, June 17
    Intermediate QuickBooks (For Windows Users Only)
    Learn to broaden your skills with QuickBooks, the No. 1 management and accounting tool utilized by startups and small business entrepreneurs. Topics at this workshop include working with inventory, handling sales tax, processing and accounting of payroll, using estimates and financial reports, among others. Conducted by Dennis Piper & Associates PC.
    Sponsored by Duquesne University’s Small Business Development Center.
    9 a.m. to noon, Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: $45.
    Call 412.396.6233 to register and for more information.

    Thursday, June 25
    Understanding Your Financial Statements
    Designed for business owners who want to gain a basic understanding of a cash flow statement, income statement and balance sheet. Presented by Wilke & Associates LLP.
    9 a.m. to noon, Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: $45.
    Call 412.396.6233 to register and for more information.

    Monday, June 29
    The First Step: Business Startup Essentials
    Designed to teach individuals about the process of starting a small business, this workshop will address the many issues that face entrepreneurs in today’s changing world. Topics include business structure and formation, employee issues, taxation requirements and insurance, among others. Conducted by Duquesne’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) staff.
    Sponsored by the SBDC at Duquesne University.
    1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Room 505, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: Free.
    Call 412.396.6233 to register and for more information.

    Tuesday, June 30
    QuickBooks: Point of Sales
    Point of Sales provides the inventory and sales tools needed to run a store more profitably, along with customer management features to keep customers coming back. Topics include overviews of retail challenges, inventory flow and core Point of Sale functions, and end of day procedures, among others.
    9 a.m. to noon, Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave. Cost: $45.

    Call 412.396.6233 to register and for more information.Duquesne University
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