Wisconsin SBDC at UW-Eau Claire

Introducing Kayhannali Vue, one of our fantastic Financial and Accounting Student Consultants at SBDC Eau Claire!
As a member of our finance team, Kayhannali assists with the financial operations of the SBDC Center. She works with our team to create client projections, financial reporting and team projects. She collaborates with our team accountants on our auditing processes, providing valuable insights to develop effective financial strategies.
Thank you for all your hard work, Kayhannali!

Introducing Cooper Feltz, one of our brilliant Financial and Accounting Student Consultants at SBDC Eau Claire!

As a key member of our finance team, Cooper assists with the financial clients of the SBDC Center. Handling client projects, he ensures accuracy in financial reporting and data analysis. He collaborates with our financial team on budgeting and auditing processes, providing valuable insights to develop effective financial strategies.

Thank you for all your hard work, Cooper!

Check out what the community has to say about SBDC at Eau-Claire! We offer no-cost resources to small business owners on many business journeys, helping local entrepreneurs achieve success!

Introducing Linnea Vesely, one of our brilliant Financial Team Consultants at SBDC Eau Claire!

As a key member of the finance team, Linnea plays a role in managing the financial operations of the SBDC Center. She handles both student training and internal projects, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and data analysis.

Thank you for all your hard work, Linnea!

Celebrating their grand opening week, check out The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen! Discover liquid and culinary artistry at the Midwest's largest self-pour taproom featuring 72 craft beverage taps, a craft cocktail bar and culinary delights nestled on the scenic Chippewa River in vibrant Downtown Eau Claire, WI.

Looking back at SBDC Eau Claire's June 20th Small Business Clinic. From insightful presentations to productive one-on-one client meetings, thank you to everyone who joined us!

Be on the lookout for more clinics in July, which will provide more opportunities to attend a variety of presentations as well as meet one-on-one with our team of consultants!

📣 Registration is now open for the July 25th Barron County Small Business Clinic in Rice Lake! 📣

*This is a no-cost, in person, small business consulting event!*

📋 Group Presentation topics include:
- Tax Seminar for Small Businesses by the WI Dept of Revenue
- QuickBooks Accounting Software - Is it right for your business? with Beth Kayhart
- Business Startup Roundtable with Josh Wilson (Eau Claire Legal) & Ron Thacker (Mayo Clinic Entrepreneurial Education Program)

📋 1:1 Consulting appointment topics include: Marketing, Financial, QuickBooks/Bookkeeping, WI Department of Revenue, Startup / General Business Consulting, and professional headshots.

To register & read more details, follow this link! 👉
https://bit.ly/SBDC_clinics

Small Business Clinics Experience the power of tailored guidance at our Small Business Clinics. These one-day sessions are exclusively designed to provide personalized support to entrepreneurs. With pre-registration, entrepreneurs enjoy the flexibility to schedule appointments at their convenience throughout the entire da...

Introducing Jan Yang, one of our wonderful Accounting and Finance Student Interns at SBDC Eau Claire! As part of the finance team, Jan assists with the financial operations of the SBDC Center, including handling client and internal projects. Thank you for all your hard work, Jan!

📣 Registration is now open for the July 11th Eau Claire Small Business Clinic! 📣

*This is a no-cost, in person, small business consulting event!*

📋 Group Presentation topics include:
- Tax Seminar for Small Businesses by the WI Dept of Revenue
- Employee Versus Contractor - Know the Difference by Josh Wilson
- Business Insurance: What to Consider by Spectrum Insurance Group

📋 1:1 Consulting appointment topics include: Social Media, Financial, QuickBooks/Bookkeeping, WI Department of Revenue, and Startup / General Business Consulting.

To register & read more details, follow this link! 👉 https://bit.ly/SBDC_clinics

Small Business Clinics Experience the power of tailored guidance at our Small Business Clinics. These one-day sessions are exclusively designed to provide personalized support to entrepreneurs. With pre-registration, entrepreneurs enjoy the flexibility to schedule appointments at their convenience throughout the entire da...

📣 Registration is now open for the June 20th Eau Claire Small Business Clinic! 📣

*This is a no-cost, in person, small business consulting event!*

📋 Group Presentation topic for this event: "Tax Seminar for New Businesses" by the Department of Revenue

📋 1:1 Consulting appointment topics include: Social Media Marketing, QuickBooks/Bookkeeping, Department of Revenue, and Startup / General Business Consulting.

To register & read more details, follow this link! 👉 https://bit.ly/SBDC_clinics

Small Business Clinics Experience the power of tailored guidance at our Small Business Clinics. These one-day sessions are exclusively designed to provide personalized support to entrepreneurs. With pre-registration, entrepreneurs enjoy the flexibility to schedule appointments at their convenience throughout the entire da...

Many of our SBDC team members toured the ongoing Market on River project in downtown Chippewa Falls last week! Our team was key in developing the financial projections to help make this economic impact possible. Looking forward to seeing construction completed in Fall 2024!

Meet Allison Kind, one of our wonderful Administrative Student Consultants at SBDC Eau Claire. As part of the admin team, Allison assists with planning clinics and internal organizational operations. She also partners with Human Resources to support staff training, client feedback, and office policies. Thank you for all your hard work, Allison!

📣 Registration is now open for the June 4th Eau Claire Small Business Clinic! 📣

*This is a no-cost, in person, small business consulting event!*

📋 Group Presentation topics include: "QuickBooks Accounting Software - Is it right for your business?" and "Navigating Business Success: From Idea to Profit".

📋 1:1 Consulting appointment topics include: Marketing, Financial, QuickBooks/Bookkeeping, and Startup / General Business Consulting.

To register & read more details, follow this link! 👉 https://bit.ly/SBDC_clinics

Small Business Clinics Experience the power of tailored guidance at our Small Business Clinics. These one-day sessions are exclusively designed to provide personalized support to entrepreneurs. With pre-registration, entrepreneurs enjoy the flexibility to schedule appointments at their convenience throughout the entire da...

Meet Taylor Qualey, one of the creative minds at SBDC Eau Claire. As part of the marketing team, Taylor aids in the creation of media graphics, photography, and web designs for both clients and internal projects! Thank you, Taylor, for all that you do.

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Meet Kylie Bunde, one of our brilliant Administrative Student Consultants at SBDC Eau Claire. As part of the admin team, Kylie assists with the workflow of the SBDC Center, handling client and internal projects. She partners with Human Resources to support onboarding, staff engagement, and office policies. Thank you for all your hard work, Kylie!

The Small Business Academy was a huge success!

A special thank you to all of the speakers who volunteered their time and expertise as well as the community members who came to learn about all of the resources that the Chippewa Valley has to offer!

There is still time to register for the virtual portions of the SBA event running May 1-3 https://wedc.org/build-your-small-business/small-business-academy/

We had a pawsitively purrfect time at the grand opening of Mr.Kitty's Cat Cafe earlier this month. Thank you to Mr.Kitty's for inviting us to this special milestone in your business!

You still have to time to sign up for the Small Business Academy happening tomorrow from 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM.

Share with anyone you know that has or is looking to own a small business!

https://wedc.org/build-your-small-business/small-business-academy/

The Small Business Academy features a variety of free workshops to help you and your business! Click the link below to sign up for virtual workshops or to register for the in person event on Tuesday, April 30 from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Pablo Center in Eau Claire.

We highly encourage you or anyone you know that is looking to start a business, is seeking funding, or has any questions while running their business to sign up for this event.

Small Business Academy Join the Small Business Academy for free insights on financing, legalities, tech, certifications, and markets - perfect for starting or growing your business.

Open your doors to new potential with the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program! Applications open on April 30th. For more information on eligibility and the application process, visit bmo.com/women.

Get the Small Business Academy advantage!

The Small Business Academy features workshops on what’s important to you and your small businesses, including financing options, legal concerns, regulatory issues, information technology, small business certifications, and identifying markets and sales opportunities, as well as practical advice from business owners who have successfully made it through the initial stages of starting and growing their companies.

If you are an existing small business, an individual thinking of starting a business, or an entrepreneur looking for funding and resources, take advantage of this free virtual and in-person event.

The Eau Claire in person event will be held on April 30 from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Pablo Center. Use the link below to sign up now:

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Vivid is a women-focused support group in the coworking space at the Coven. This group provides a safe and supportive environment for women entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers. Sign up for upcoming dates below to gain access to a community of like-minded individuals who can support you in your professional and personal goals.

https://linktr.ee/thecoven.eauclaire

Tune into the Coven's latest series, “Franchising Foundations,” to learn the ins and outs of the franchising model and how it can help you build a business you love, backed by a community of support.

Discover seven FREE episodes that explain what franchising is and how investing in a franchise model can help your business!

Visit the link to get free access: https://www.thecoven.com/lp-franchising-foundations

Check this video out to see how our student consultants work with business owners to help create a more resilient business climate!

Wisconsin SBDC at UW-Eau Claire created this video to say 'thank you' to Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and give a glimpse at the hard work of their Student Consultants helping Wisconsin small businesses! Check it out: https://buff.ly/4ctPoCV Universities of Wisconsin University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Happy national SBDC Day! We are so excited to unite with the nearly 1,000 SBDC centers across the country and the hundreds of thousands of clients we serve in nurturing the dreams of American entrepreneurs and driving the prosperity and growth in communities across the United States.

We are so grateful for our team and community- we couldn't do it without you!

Give your career the boost it deserves at the CVTC Learn Grow Lead
conference, an event for business and administrative professionals.

This one-day conference includes a light breakfast, keynote
presentation, catered lunch, networking opportunities, and hands-on
sessions designed to help you elevate your industry’s most needed
skills like AI, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with
mindfulness, leadership, and communication.

Sign up here: https://www.cvtc.edu/continuing-education/events/learn-grow-lead

Sign up now for a FREE Introduction to Quickbooks online class Thursday, February 29 from 6-7 PM!

In this Introduction to QuickBooks Online webinar, participants will gain foundational knowledge of the popular accounting software. The workshop will cover essential topics such as setting up company profiles, navigating the user interface, entering transactions, and generating basic financial reports, providing attendees with a solid understanding of how to efficiently manage their finances using QuickBooks Online.

Visit: https://www.successfulbusiness.org/events

In partnership with First Nations Community Financial, the Red Letter Grant is offering a $2,000 grant this Spring 2024 and in Fall of 2024 to Indigenous women entrepreneurs throughout Wisconsin. Providing more dollars for women-led start-ups in Tribal communities widens our state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and allows for more creativity and innovation.

Learn all the details on how to apply at: https://www.redlettergrant.org/apply2