Workshops and Seminars
Can I protect this? Intellectual Property: Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Trademarks
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 4th, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 1100 E. Sheldon Street Building 3, Room 203 Prescott, AZ
Intellectual Property: Patents, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and TrademarksIn-Person Only | Lunch Provided | Registration Required
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC SBDC and AWD Law
Access to Capital
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 175 Swilling Avenue, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
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 experienced Certified Business Analysts, John Manning and Karen Eads, 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
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce
Strategies for Success: Access to Capital
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Sedona, 4105 State Route 89A
The Greater Sedona Chamber, in partnership with Yavapai College Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will bring two dynamic presenters to share how to unlock business growth with Access to Capital at this In-Person event.
Join this session to learn:
- Programs designed to help entrepreneurs secure capital.
- What it means to be lender-ready.
- How to position yourself for growth and success.
Presenters:
- John Manning, Certified Business Analyst, SBDC
- Lori Simmons, VP and Relationship Manager, Arizona Capital Source
Coffee, tea, water, and pastries will be served for this morning’s event. Don’t miss out on this business breakfast event. Registration is only $25—RSVP TODAY!
Agenda:
8:00 a.m. Registration check-in
8:15 a.m. Opening remarks: Greater Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
8:20 a.m. John Manning, Certified Business Analyst, SBDC
8:40 a.m. Lori Simmons, VP and Relationship Manager, Arizona Capital Source
9:00 a.m. Q&A and Networking
9:30 a.m. Event Ends
Event Fee: $25
Presented by: Greater Sedona Chamber
Sponsored By: Arizona Capital Source
Moonshot Rural Pitch Tour - Yavapai County
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
Workshop 4 Wednesday, April 16th, 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), Town of Wickenburg, Jersey Lilly Saloon, YC REDC, Eightfold, True Course Simulations, City of Prescott, and more!