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SMALL BUSINESS CENTER Course Schedule Summer 2019 Starting and growing a small business is about combining your courage and dreams with the right knowledge. The WCTC Small Business Center helps you acquire that knowledge through a wide variety of affordable courses, services, events and more. WHAT’S NEW? Marketing Mastermind Club - Coming Fall 2019 The Small Business Center will be hosting the new Marketing Mastermind Club beginning this fall. Meetings will be held the first Tuesday every month from 5:30 – 8 p.m. in the Q Building. See page 5 for details. 8168/19 Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer/Educator
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SMALL BUSINESS CENTER

Course ScheduleSummer 2019

Starting and growing a small business is about combining

your courage and dreams with the right knowledge. The

WCTC Small Business Center helps you acquire that

knowledge through a wide variety of affordable courses,

services, events and more.

WHAT’S NEW?

Marketing Mastermind Club - Coming Fall 2019

The Small Business Center will be hosting the new

Marketing Mastermind Club beginning this fall.

Meetings will be held the first Tuesday every month from

5:30 – 8 p.m. in the Q Building. See page 5 for details.

8168/19Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer/Educator

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SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE

Complete courses á la carte or attend the following eight

courses to obtain the Small Business Certificate, $380

scholarship, a FREE chamber membership and access to the

Micro Seed Fund. Attendance at 75% of all class meetings

required to qualify. There are no prerequisites and courses

may be completed in any order. We highly recommend that

you begin by attending a FaSTart Workshop.

*145-445 FaSTart Workshop

*145-400 Organize Business Finances

*145-401 Understanding Business Taxes

*145-404 Business Tax Deductions

*145-460 Business Plan Development

*145-463 Small Business Insurance

*145-472 Law for Business Owners

*145-482 Marketing Mastermind

HOW TO APPLY

Once you complete all eight courses, e-mail Russ Roberts

at [email protected] with your name, student ID number,

address and daytime phone number.

SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE SCHOLARSHIP

Certificate recipients are automatically awarded a $380

scholarship which essentially makes their education free! The

scholarship is designed to encourage every entrepreneur to

commit to a well-rounded education by completing the Small

Business Certificate. Scholarships are subject to available

funding and will be mailed with your certificate.

FREE CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP

The Community Chamber Connection gives certificate

recipients the opportunity to experience the benefits of local

chamber of commerce membership at no cost for one year.

Recipients should contact the participating chambers to explore

membership benefits. See final page of flyer for details!

Limit one free membership per certificate. Non-transferable. Restrictions

may apply. Chamber voucher can be redeemed at the participating

chamber of your choice and will be mailed with your certificate.

MICRO SEED FUND

Certificate recipients are also eligible for the Micro Seed Fund

which is an unsecured loan up to $5000, 5-year term, and

1% interest rate payable over the term of the loan.

Call Russ Roberts at 262.695.3468 for details.

For more information, contact us today at 262.695.3468 or visit our website at www.wctc.edu/smallbusiness.

To register for courses, call 262.691.5578 (option 1).

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SMALL BUSINESS – START-UP BASICS

*145-445 FaSTart Workshop

R. Roberts

Get the step-by-step guidance needed to launch a new

venture in this 4-hour informal workshop. Meet other

entrepreneurs who are trying to get their small business

off the ground and learn the “ropes” from an expert that

can answer: What are the differences between LLC’s and

Corporations? What licenses and permits are needed?

Is a business plan needed? Is financing available? What

other resources are available? Every aspiring entrepreneur

should attend the basic FaSTart Workshop plus the courses

in the Small Business Certificate program.

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5226 05/28 05/28 T 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5227 06/13 06/13 R 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5228 06/25 06/25 T 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5229 07/11 07/11 R 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5230 07/23 07/23 T 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5231 08/08 08/08 R 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

5232 08/20 08/20 T 05:30-09:20 pm Q387 $18.15

145-451 How to Start a Food Business

S. Pavich

Have you created an amazing food product or discovered

Grandma’s secret recipe that your friends and family just

rave about? Do you have the passion, desire and motivation

to start your own food business, but have no idea where

to start? In this fast-paced, four-hour workshop, learn

from an experienced food entrepreneur the step-by-step

process of starting a business, including licensing/permitting

requirements, health regulations, logistical/legal issues,

packaging/labeling guidelines, commercial kitchen rental

options and much more. Go from the kitchen table to the

next level!

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5233 06/13 06/13 R 05:30-09:20 pm Q369 $18.15

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Register NOW! Online: www.wctc.edu

In-person: WCTC College Center; room C-119

Phone: 262.691.5578 (option 1)

Make sure Registration has your current contact information.

Campus Closing

Go to www.wctc.edu or call 262.691.5239. Classes are cancelled when the campus is closed due to inclement weather.

Days of the Week Abbreviations

M Monday T Tuesday W Wednesday R Thursday

STAY CONNECTED

To receive course schedules and networking event invitations, please visit our website at www.wctc.edu/smallbusiness or email Russ Roberts at [email protected] with your name and email address.

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*145-400 Organize Business Finances

K. Bue

Learn how to set up your business financial system right

from the start. Establish a system of checks and balances

for your business and organize a proper filing system to

keep your business out of trouble. Understand the terms and

procedures of computerized bookkeeping systems as well as

the basics of bookkeeping without being an accountant.

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5224 06/20 07/18 R 06:30-09:20 pm Q369 $45.45

- Will not meet July 4th week, 07/04 /19

SMALL BUSINESS – MARKETING / SALES

145-417 Social Media for Business

P. McKenna

Is marketing through social media right for your business?

In this series of four classes, you’ll develop a social media

strategy to take advantage of social networking websites

such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and others.

With instructive examples from leading companies,

students will also learn a variety of creative techniques

for managing their online reputation and identity in today’s

digital marketplace.

CRN Starts Ends Days Time Place Cost

5225 06/11 07/09 T 06:30-09:20 pm Q369 $45.45

- Will not meet July 4th week, 07/02 /19

SMALL BUSINESS – BUSINESS PLANNING

*145-460 Business Plan Development

D. Hill

A business plan is a comprehensive written document

outlining the operational and financial steps critical to

every start-up or established small business. Like a

roadmap, a well-written plan helps you determine where

you are, where you want to go and how you are going

to get there. This course will provide you with the tools,

techniques and expert guidance you need to write your

own plan, access capital and dramatically increase your

odds of business success.

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5234 07/10 07/31 W 06:30-09:20 pm Q380 $45.45

SMALL BUSINESS – ACCOUNTING / TAXES

103-494 QuickBooks Pro Level 1

V. Dargis

Explore fundamentals of the QuickBooks software to

manage your business finances. Learn how to setup a

new company, work with lists, process invoices, manage

bank accounts, enter and pay bills, process payments

and track accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Students should be computer literate and comfortable

working in a Windows environment. Upon completion, it is

recommended that students attend 103-495 QuickBooks

Pro Level 2 to explore advanced topics such as managing

payroll, estimates and time tracking, inventory functions,

creating budgets and customizing reports. Text required.

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5219 06/11 07/23 T 06:30-09:20 pm Q382 $65.93

5220 06/12 07/24 W 01:30-04:20 pm Q382 $65.93

- Will not meet July 4th week, 07/02 /19 and 07/03/19

For more information, contact us today at 262.695.3468 or visit our website at www.wctc.edu/smallbusiness.

To register for courses, call 262.691.5578 (option 1).

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SERVICES

Free One-on-One Counseling

Get expert help navigating the complexities of the business

world, shortening the learning curve and increasing your

chances of success!

Take a Professional to Lunch

Access our exclusive network of business professionals

who have agreed to meet with small business owners at no

cost. Discuss topics of interest, get your business-related

questions answered and walk away with the insight and

guidance you need to propel your business to the next level!

CLUBS

Free Digital Marketing Club

Having problems with your website? Stumped about digital

marketing? Join Digital Marketing course instructor Pat

McKenna on the first Monday of each month to get answers

and gain insights into how to use the web to grow your

business! Sessions are held from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Q

building. To register: https://wctcdmc.eventbrite.com

Free Marketing Mastermind Club (Coming Fall 2019!)

*Pre-requisite: Successfully complete course 145-482

Marketing Mastermind

Let’s continue the marketing momentum! Join Marketing

Mastermind course instructor Rhonda Noordyk on the first

Tuesday of each month for a deeper dive into marketing

strategies that work with the accountability and support

you need to succeed! Sessions are held from

5:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Q building.

To register: https://wctcmmc.eventbrite.com

NETWORKING EVENTS

Ask the Experts Panel

Attend an interactive discussion with a panel of experts on a

variety of small business topics. Come ready to listen, gain

insight and ask questions!

Micro Entrepreneur Expo

A fun opportunity to network, display your marketing

materials and make great win/win connections. Consider

attending, even if you don’t have marketing materials to

display. This is your chance to “show” others what you do!

Women Entrepreneur Speaker Series

Attend educational luncheon meetings to address the

variety of unique challenges women entrepreneurs face as

they start and grow small business ventures. Come ready to

learn and expand your network!

ActionLearning™ Workshop Series

Combine action with learning to create powerful, results-

oriented learning opportunities that turn traditional education

on its head. Transform learning into immediate action!

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TAKE A PROFESSIONAL TO LUNCH

Access our exclusive network of community-oriented professionals who have agreed to meet with start-up, emerging and

established small business owners over lunch, breakfast or a cup of coffee to discuss topics of interest and answer business-

related questions. No sales pitches and no vague answers. The concept is simple and we have one goal in mind to provide you

with the insight and guidance you need to propel your business to the next level.

Users of this service accept sole responsibility for completing due diligence before engaging any for-profit professional or following any advice.

Accountant/CPA

Angie Koput, 262.542.6300, [email protected]

Even & Better, Waukesha

www.waukeshaaccountant.com

Vicky Dargis, 414.962.7651, [email protected]

The Dargis Company, Milwaukee

Attorney

Todd Goodwin, 262.785.1820, [email protected]

Schober Schober & Mitchell, SC, New Berlin

www.schoberlaw.com

Thomas Schober, 262.569.8300, [email protected]

Schober Schober & Mitchell, SC, Oconomowoc

www.schoberlaw.com

Jeremy Klang, 262.569.8300, [email protected]

Schober Schober & Mitchell, SC, Oconomowoc

www.schoberlaw.com

Business Planning

Don Hill, 414.727.2095, [email protected]

Heartland Information Research, Inc, Wauwatosa

www.hirservices.com

Food Start-up/Growth

Becky Scarberry, 262.352.2111, [email protected]

Becky’s Blissful Bakery, New Berlin

www.beckysblissfulbakery.com

Sharon Pavich, 262.408.9831, [email protected]

Sweet P’s Pantry, Oconomowoc

www.sweetpspantry.com

Insurance

Scott Owens, 262.790.1460, [email protected]

American Family Insurance, Brookfield

www.amfam.com

Marketing/Sales

Paul Decker, 414.745.3919, [email protected]

Renegade Thinking Group, Hartland

www.renegadethinkinggroup.com

Rhonda Noordyk, 262.522.1502, [email protected]

The Women’s Financial Wellness Center, Pewaukee

www.womensfinancialwellnesscenter.com

Small Business Retirement

Russ Roberts, 262.695.3468, [email protected]

WCTC Small Business Manager, Pewaukee

www.wctc.edu/smallbusiness

Non-Profit

Elaine Kroening, 262.695.9735, [email protected]

Positively Pewaukee, Pewaukee

www.positivelypewaukee.com

Website Design

Patrick McKenna, 414.732.3397, [email protected]

MojoWeb Productions, Milwaukee

www.mojoweb.com

Shane Fell, 414.502.8796, [email protected]

LimeGlow Design LLC, Wauwatosa

www.limeglowdesign.com

Kristal Young, 414.325.6976, [email protected]

Kristal Clear Graphics LLC, Milwaukee

www.kristalcleargraphics.com

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COMMUNITY CHAMBER CONNECTION

The Community Chamber Connection gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to experience the benefits of chamber of commerce

membership at no cost for one year. The following chambers have agreed to offer a one-year free membership to WCTC Small

Business Certificate recipients. Recipients should contact the participating chambers below to explore membership benefits. Limit

one free membership per certificate. Non-transferable. Restrictions may apply.

Butler Area Chamber of Commerce, 262.781.5195, www.butlerchamber.org

City of Waukesha Chamber of Commerce, 262.391.0661, www.waukeshacitychamber.org

Delafield Area Chamber of Commerce, 262.646.8100, www.visitdelafield.org

Dousman Area Chamber of Commerce, 262.719.0157, www.dousmanchamber.org

Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, 262.786.1886, www.brookfieldchamber.com

Hartland Chamber of Commerce, 262.367.7059, www.hartland-wi.org

Menomonee Falls Chamber of Commerce, Inc., 262.251.2430, www.fallschamber.com

Mukwonago Chamber of Commerce, 262.363.7758, www.mukwonagochamber.org

New Berlin Chamber of Commerce, 414.520.2031, www.newberlinchamber.org

Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce, 262.567.2666, www.oconomowoc.org

Pewaukee Chamber of Commerce, 262.691.885, www.pewaukeechamber.org

Sussex Area Chamber of Commerce, 262.246.4940, www.sussexareachamber.org

Waukesha County Business Alliance, Inc., 262.542.4249, www.waukesha.org

WCTC | SMALL BUSINESS CENTER 800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI 53072

Russ Roberts, [email protected], 262.695.3468

Courtney Davis, [email protected], 262.695.3420

www.wctc.edu/smallbusiness

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