Date/Time: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 175 Swilling Avenue, Wickenburg, 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 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

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: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 8:00 am - 9:30 am

Location: Courtyard by Marriott Sedona, 4105 State Route 89A Sedona, AZ

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

The YC SBDC Access to Capital workshop series is generously sponsored by:

Event Fee: $25

Presented by: Greater Sedona Chamber

Sponsored By: Arizona Capital Source

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: 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!