Want to learn more about the Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs before you commit? Join this info session to find out how it can help you reach your business goals.
When: Wednesday, April 10 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Register: Here
LEADING EDGE is for business owners and future business owners who desire focused education, accountability, networking, and the tools to build a strategic business plan.
When: Tuesdays beginning April 23, 2024 through June 18, 2024 | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Length: 9 Weeks
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Register: Here
Cost: $399
The City does have partial scholarships available to Westminster businesses and residents-contact Shelby Wood swood@westminsterco.gov to learn more.
Want more info before you commit? Join the SBDC Info Session being held on Wednesday, April 10 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
This comprehensive Business Startup Orientation has been designed as a starting place for anyone who is considering jumping into business for the first or seventh time. This seminar will provide you with a general overview of things to consider when starting a business. You will receive resources including the Colorado Business Resource Book (the essential guide to starting a business).
During this workshop, you’ll learn about: legal entities pros and cons, steps to make your business legal in the state of Colorado, business licensing requirements, business taxation responsibilities, marketing essentials steps, the business plan components, and where to obtain additional free resources and support.
When: Wednesday, May 1 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Register: Here
This orientation will provide entrepreneurs and business owners a high level overview of things to consider when opening a business here in Westminster as well as resources available to business owners after opening.
During this workshop, you’ll learn about: the Westminster economy, business licensing, development review, zoning allowances, permitting needs, sales & use tax requirements, and resources available to licensed businesses.
When: Thursday, May 16 | 7:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Where: IN PERSON, Westminster City Hall, 4800 W 92nd Ave., City Council Chambers-Main Level
Register: email Shelby Wood | swood@westminsterco.gov to reserve your spot!
Who Should Attend: Entrepreneurs looking to get started in Westminster; Current business owners who want to learn more about business resources; Current business owners who want to network with other businesses and the City.
The SBDC offers a variety of workshops, covering topics such as:
These trainings are specifically designed to inform and educate businesses on the programs and resources available to them through the City of Westminster.
September 20, 2023 | This webinar shares the history around the acquisition of the old Westminster mall site, the vision and implementation of Downtown Westminster, current projects, and long-term planning and development of the site.
PDF: What's Up in Downtown Westminster VIDEO: What's Up in Downtown WestminsterAugust 30, 2023 | This webinar addresses the issue of homelessness in Westminster, and your rights as a property/business owner. Topics covered include:
July 26, 2023 | This webinar covers the city sales and use tax requirements for businesses located inside and outside of the City of Westminster. We will look at the sales tax return, initial use tax return, and filing frequency requirements.
PDF: Introduction to Sales & Use Tax Requirements VIDEO: Introduction to Sales & Use Tax RequirementsJune 28, 2023 | This webinar includes representatives from Adams County & Jefferson County to learn more about the workforce programs and resources available at the County level and how to find workers. Plus learn how to get assistance to cover some of your new employee training costs.
PDF: Accessing County Workforce Resources VIDEO: Accessing County Workforce ResourcesJune 15, 2023 | This webinar includes representatives from both Front Range Community College & Red Rocks Community College to l earn more about how they can provide technical skills to fill workforce gaps, leadership and business development training, operational efficiencies and how they partner on apprenticeships.
PDF: Accessing Community College Workforce Resources VIDEO: Accessing Community College Workforce Resources**CANCELLED**
THIS EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE | Connect with representatives from CareerWise Colorado to learn if an apprenticeship program would be a good fit for your organization. CareerWise Colorado provides a talent solution for companies of all industries and sizes and works to maintain an apprenticeship marketplace to provide businesses with a one-stop shop for apprentice recruiting.
April 26, 2023 | This webinar includes representatives from the City of Westminster to learn about licensing, permitting, tap fees & grease traps, sales tax, and available small business resources.
VIDEO: Opening Your Business in Westminster & City Resources 101 PDF: Opening Your Business in Westminster & City Resources 101March 29, 2023 | The Colorado Enterprise Zone Program encourages job creation and capital investment in economically distressed areas by providing tax credits to businesses and projects to promote and encourage economic development activities. This webinar hosts representatives from the Adams County Regional Economic Partnership and Jefferson County as they share how this program works and how it could benefit and impact your business.
VIDEO: Enterprise Zones PDF: Enterprise Zones PDF: Jefferson County EZ Fact Sheet PDF: Adams County EZ Fact Sheet
These trainings are produced in conjunction with our regional partners, highlighting topics and issues important to business growth.
March 27, 2024 | This webinar shares about how to exit your business to get its true value, create an exit plan, make use of trusted advisors, various financing options and life after the sale.
VIDEO: Exit Planning and Business Succession PDF: Exit Planning and Business SuccessionAugust 29, 2023 | The presentation explores the impact of AI on small businesses, highlighting its advantages and challenges. It delves into how AI enhances efficiency, customer service, and decision-making while saving costs and optimizing resources.
VIDEO: The Impact of AI on Small BusinessesMay 16, 2023 | Managing your workforce can be a major stressor for business owners. Learning how to hire new employees, what the regulations are, and how to keep the great employees you do have are all important aspects of leading your team. Join Courtney Berg, owner of Courtside Consulting, to learn best practices to manage your workforce.
VIDEO: Managing Your Workforce: Best Practices PDF: Managing Your Workforce: Best PracticesFebruary 14, 2023 | For some, business is booming, but what happens when you experience a slow season? In this session we’ll cover: How much does the overall economy impact my personal business? What indicators should I be on the lookout for? What can I do to mitigate a dry spell in my own business?
VIDEO: How to Handle an Economic Downturn in My BusinessAugust 18, 2022 | In this workshop, you’ll learn how an Authority Positioning Portfolio® creates omnipresence that elevates your credibility so you Get Authority, Get Noticed, and Get Clients!
You will learn:
– How to build Authority Positioning on Google
– How to be perceived as the go-to expert in your niche
– How to create an “Audio Sales Letter” series
– How to draw prospects through the Buyers Journey
VIDEO: Set Yourself Apart from the Competition PDF: Set Yourself Apart from the CompetitionMay 5, 2022 | This comprehensive Business Startup Orientation has been designed as a starting place for anyone who is
considering jumping into business for the first, or seventh time. This seminar provides a general overview of things to consider when starting a business.
January 25, 2022 | What Are Your Capital Resources? Help determine the best sources of funding for your small business.
VIDEO: "What Are Your Capital Resources?" PDF: "What Are Your Capital Resources?"January 19, 2022 | Comcast RISE: Marketing & Tech Resources For Small Businesses Owned By Women & People Of Color
VIDEO: "Comcast RISE" PDF: "Comcast RISE"October 27, 2021 | Writing a business plan is one of the most important aspects of setting your business up for success. After this session you will know how a business plan influences your business, what components need to be included in your business plan and how your business plan should be presented to funders.
VIDEO: "How to Write a Business Plan" PDF: "How to Write a Business Plan"July 28, 2021 | Learn which type of strategy is best for your business, how your strategy will influence your operations, when to adapt your strategy to changing markets, and more. You’ll also hear real world examples of how to implement your strategy when it comes to the major issues facing businesses right now. Presented by SBDC Lead Consultants, Jon Jaggers and Adrian Hovey
VIDEO: "How to Set Your Strategy" PDF: "How to Set Your Strategy" Worksheet
May 11, 2021 & May 18, 2021 | Suzy Schutz presents the most important aspects every QuickBooks online user should know. Find out which product is best for you, what you need to know about your setup, how to connect vendors and customers, common pitfalls to avoid, invoicing, how to keep accurate record keeping, and more!
VIDEO: "QuickBooks 101" PDF: "QuickBooks 101" VIDEO: "QuickBooks 201" PDF: "QuickBooks 201"January 27, 2021 | Watch Kevin McFarland, CPA as he presents on cash flow concepts, activities of business operations, and how to track your business’ cash flow. View this opportunity to learn more and set yourself up for financial success in 2021.
VIDEO “Understanding Cash Flow” PDF: “Understanding Cash Flow”October 28, 2020 | Watch Megan Bortner as she demonstrates how to utilize email marketing as a tool to thrive during the upcoming holiday season. Learn about the different types of email campaigns, email template best practices, email marketing metrics and more to leave you feeling confident about your email marketing strategy as you gear up for the season.
VIDEO “Holiday Email Marketing Tips” PDF: “Email Marketing 101” PDF: “Holiday Email Marketing Tips”July 28, 2020 | Watch Peter Brissette as he demonstrates how to best configure “Google My Business”. Learn how to let your customers know you are open for business, what kind of customer experience they can expect, and to reassure them that their experience will be a safe and positive one.
VIDEO: “Using Google to Communicate with Your Customers”
September 21, 2022 | Economic Vibrancy Manager, John Burke, shares the history around the acquisition of the old Westminster mall site, the vision and implementation of Downtown Westminster, current projects, and long-term planning and development of the site.
PDF: What's Up in Downtown Westminster VIDEO: What's Up in Downtown WestminsterAugust 31, 2022 | We address the issue of homelessness in Westminster, and your rights as a property/business owner. Topics covered include: overview of regional and Westminster homelessness statistics and the reasons people are experiencing an increase in homelessness; overview of property rights and what business and property owners need to know; how private property owners’ rights vary from what rights people have on public property.
PDF: Homelessness: Property/Business Owners' Rights VIDEO: Homelessness: Property/Business Owners' RightsJuly 27, 2022 | This webinar covered the city sales and use tax requirements for businesses located inside and outside of the City of Westminster. We look at the sales tax return, initial use tax return, and filing frequency requirements.
PDF: Introduction to Sales & Use Tax Requirements VIDEO: Introduction to Sales & Use TaxJune 30, 2022 | Representatives from both Adams and Jefferson County Workforce & Business Centers share programs and resources on how to find workers. Plus learn how to get assistance to cover some of your new employee training costs.
PDF: Accessing Regional Workforce Resources VIDEO: Accessing Regional Workforce Resources PDF: Work Based Learning Fact Sheet PDF: Employer Talent Development Program PDF: Work Experience Internship ProgramMay 11, 2022 | Learn the steps you need to take to open your business in Westminster, and how the City can support you
** This event was in person and there is no recording
PDF: Opening Your Business in WestminsterFebruary 24, 2022 | What is an Enterprise Zone (EZ)? Program designed to promote job creation, business growth, and development opportunities in targeted areas for economic stimulus
PDF: Enterprise Zones VIDEO: Enterprise Zones PDF : Adams County EZ Fact Sheet PDF: Jefferson County EZ Fact Sheet PDF: Jefferson County BPPTJuly 29, 2021 | Downtown Westminster’s Development and Construction Manager, John Burke, shares the history around the acquisition of the old Westminster mall site, the vision and implementation of Downtown Westminster, current projects, and long-term planning and development of the site.
PDF: What's Up in Downtown Westminster VIDEO: What's Up in Downtown WestminsterJune 24, 2021 | We addressed the issue of homelessness in Westminster, and your rights as a property/business owner. We also discussed best practices.
April 29, 2021 | Learn more about irrigation tips for your business, the importance of a well-maintained irrigation system, and updates on the current drought watch.
PDF: Irrigation Tips for Businesses VIDEO: Irrigation Tips for BusinessesMarch 18, 2021 | Westminster businesses, did you know that there are business resources available to you from the City? Learn more about the City programs and resources available, make value contacts with the City and understand what assistance is available to you.
PDF: City Resources 101 VIDEO: City Resources 101