Your go-to resource for in-depth, 60-90 minute business insights tailored for busy entrepreneurs. Each seminar and workshop is designed to deliver expert guidance on key aspects of business, from strategy and marketing to finance and growth.
📽️ Online YC SBDC Training Library - access previously recorded sessions here.
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: 1100 E Sheldon St Building 3 Room 119 Prescott, AZ
D.R.E.A.M. – Developing Referrals & Elevating A-team Mastery
If you rely on networking and relationship-building for customer referrals, this event is a must-attend!
D.R.E.A.M. Mastery Training is designed for professionals who network, aiming to modernize your approach and transform the way you connect with others. Learn how to maximize relationship development and build stronger, more effective referral partnerships.
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: SCORE of Northern Arizona
Sponsored By: YC SBDC, Desert Financial, and SCORE of Northern Arizona
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 12 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 150 S. 6th St. Cottonwood, AZ
In this workshop you will learn how to improve small business record-keeping practices and software solutions that can support those efforts. Speakers for this event will be Karen Eads and Marie Platowski-Beals, Certified Senior Business Analysts.
Event Fee: $20 for Chamber members * $25 for non-members
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce
Date/Time: Thursday, April 10th, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 3800 N Glassford Hill Road Room 214 Prescott Valley, AZ
Are you ready to elevate your business and unlock growth opportunities?
This no-cost, in-person workshop is designed to provide entrepreneurs with essential insights into securing the funding needed for growth and success. Learn from John Manning, experienced Certified Business Analyst, from the Yavapai College Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
What You'll Learn:
- Explore programs that help entrepreneurs access capital.
- Understand what it means to be "lender-ready."
- Discover strategies to position your business for growth and success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools to advance your business. Seats are limited, so register today!
Take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey—join us at Access to Capital!
In Person Only
The YC SBDC Access to Capital workshop series is generously sponsored by:
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: Arizona Capital Source
Date/Time: Various dates and times - see below
Location: Virtual Workshops, Tour Stops Wickenburg, Quad Cities and Verde Valley
**PITCH COMPETITION EVENTS**:
Moonshot Pitch Wickenburg Thursday, April 17th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE
Moonshot Pitch Quad Cities Thursday, April 24th, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE
Moonshot Pitch Verde Valley Thursday, May 15th, 9:00 to 3:00 pm
IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE
*OPTIONAL VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS*
Yavapai College SBDC is offering four NO COST virtual workshops and optional pitch practice sessions to enhance your skills for the upcoming Pitch Tour. These sessions are optional and designed to support your success on pitch day.
Workshop 1 Wednesday, March 26th, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Workshop 2 Wednesday, April 2nd, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Workshop 3 Wednesday, April 9th, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
*OPTIONAL PITCH PRACTICES*
Wickenburg Wednesday, April 16th, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Quad Cities Wednesday, April 23rd, 4:30 pm t0 6:00 pm
Verde Valley Date and time to be determined
Details will be sent to all Pitch Tour registered participants. Take advantage of these valuable educational opportunities at no cost!
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC SBDC and Moonshot
Sponsored By: Desert Financial (Title Sponsor), Freeport-McMoran, Town of Wickenburg, Jersey Lilly Saloon, YC REDC, Eightfold, True Course Simulations, City of Prescott, City of Chino Valley, and more!