Office Of Small Business Advocacy

Join us next Monday at the Food Business Resource Fair in Reno!

⭐Get help with permits and licenses in Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County
⭐Free pre-inspections for food carts/trucks ($500 value)
⭐Bilingual support in Spanish and English

Get more information: https://ow.ly/F1SZ50SJpYZ

Interested in starting a nonprofit? Register for this FREE webinar hosted by SCORE Mentors on July 10 from 9 - 10:30 AM. You'll come away knowing: steps needed to form a 501(c)(3), which IRS 1023 application to use, and so much more!

Register: https://ow.ly/r9XA50Sxk9U

🍫🎉 Happy World Chocolate Day! 🎉🍫

Let's give a special shoutout to all the amazing artisan chocolate makers here in Nevada! From the rich, handcrafted creations of Ethel M Chocolate Factory to the beloved classics of Kimmie Candy, our state is home to some of the finest chocolatiers in the world!

Join us in recognizing their dedication to the art of chocolate making, and indulge in some sweet treats to honor their hard work and creativity. Let's support our local chocolate artisans and savor every bite! 🍫❤️

Check out this webinar from NFIB tomorrow: Small Business Mid-Year Checkup – Trends and Tips for 2024.

This webinar will cover:

🔹Marketing and social media strategies
🔹Employee recruitment tips and determining when to staff up or downsize
🔹Small business financing trends and funding sources
🔹Boosting online presence and handling negative customer reviews
🔹Q&A

Register: https://ow.ly/RUmR50StURB

Join our team at the upcoming VetsinTech VetCap event in Las Vegas! VetCap is focused on educating veterans and military spouses on where and how to raise capital for their business.

📅 July 11
🕛 5:30 PM
📍DraftKings (6887 Helen Toland St, Las Vegas)

Register: https://ow.ly/1ajh50SthwS

Are you looking for a competitive edge for your business? Interested in government contracting opportunities? Certification may help your business acquire new opportunities in the public or private sector. In this SCORE Mentors Las Vegas virtual class you'll learn:

🔹Certifications - what are they?
🔹Does it make sense to get certified?
🔹Types of Certifications
🔹Benefits of Certifications

Register here: https://ow.ly/XEvV50Sqi8w

Join us tomorrow for our Veterans Forum in Henderson!

The Lieutenant Governor's Office and the Office Of Small Business Advocacy are bringing together elected representatives as well as various community veteran resource partners—all who are eager to listen to veterans' experiences and advocate for their needs.

📅 Tuesday, June 18
⏲️ 6 - 8 PM
📌 Pinecrest Academy, Sloan Canyon | 675 E Dale Ave, Henderson

RSVP: https://ow.ly/W40Q50Skbxm

This month's newsletter from the Nevada Lieutenant Governor's Office is out! Discover interesting news from around the Silver State and see what the hardest working Lieutenant Governor in the country has been up to. https://conta.cc/3VrwXqP

// Stavros Anthony Nevada Lieutenant Governor

Lieutenant Governor's Updates Sarah, Check Out These Updates from Nevada's Lieutenant Governor   Lieutenant Governor's Newsletter   Sarah - As summer heats up the Silver State, it's time to embark on unforgettable road trips

Happy "Leave a Review" Day! 🎉 Did you know that one of the best ways to support your favorite local business is to simply leave a review? 🖊️ Word of mouth is such a strong driver for a entrepreneur's success. So, get out there! Share the love 💗 for your favorite !

Huge thank you to everyone who turned out for yesterday's Community Chat! These meetings are vital for fostering open dialogue and addressing crucial issues like cutting small business red tape, fostering economic development, and addressing issues like water and affordable housing.

And a special thank you to the elected officials and their representatives who led the discussion and answered those hard-hitting questions! They truly embody the spirit of community engagement in Nevada.

Julie Pazina for Nevada Senate District 12 Councilwoman Carrie Cox Sen. Jacky Rosen Nevada Lieutenant Governor Danielle Gallant Rudy Pamintuan Sarah Johnson

OSBA's Deputy Director Melissa Saavedra will be at the Central Nevada Small Business Resource Fair on May 1 in Tonopah! Head on out, meet Melissa, and learn about all the resources available to you in the Silver State!

Learning skilled trades like welding equips students with in-demand skills that can be the foundation for a successful business!

Imagine this: you graduate with a trade, gain practical experience, and then become your own boss! We believe that learning a skilled trade provides the technical skills AND the confidence to turn your passion into a thriving business.

Read this post from the The Nevada Independent: https://ow.ly/GLNf50R8M5G

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Mark your calendar! Don't miss the opportunity to gain important information from federal, state, local public entities, and non-profits that can help with a new business venture, business operations, job training, and business success.

🗓️Tuesday, April 30th
⏰10am - 2pm
📌Reno+Sparks Chamber of Commerce | 4065 S. Virginia Street

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Join OSBA on May 1 from 10am to 2pm at the Sahara West Library for the Nevada Small Business Resource Fair! All the resources you need to start and grow your business in Nevada will be there! 💪

Register here: https://ow.ly/arcX50R4wtn

Join SCORE for their virtual event on April 13 and learn how you can leverage AI in your business! The workshop will cover:

💠AI basics
💠Practical applications w/marketing, customer service, and operational efficiency

Register 🔗 https://ow.ly/rETh50R4tUl

Big thanks to all the elected leaders and community members who joined us last night for an insightful Community Chat hosted by the and the !

Your presence underscores the vital role small businesses play in driving local economic development. And your engagement in these discussions shows the power of community involvement in shaping policies that support our entrepreneurs and neighborhoods.

Let's continue to work together to build a thriving environment for small businesses and foster community prosperity.

Happening today! Join us for Reno Forum. Hear from your local elected officials and talk about the issues that matter to YOU!
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Join OSBA Director Johnson for .snv's panel on advocacy and public policy this Thursday, February 29 from 9 - 10 AM!

📍Virtual
📆 Thursday, February 29
🕐 9 - 10 AM

You’re invited to an exclusive forum hosted by the Nevada Lieutenant Governor's Office and the Office Of Small Business Advocacy. This unique event brings together elected officials, small business owners, and community members for a dynamic discussion on issues shaping our community and challenges impacting small businesses.

Don't miss this chance to shape the future of our community and make Reno even more business-friendly.

Your voice matters, and we're here to amplify it!

Learn More and RSVP: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tcxxmay/lp/c9343a65-d5cd-430b-8c4c-a258a716b547
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🔥🔥🔥 Hot off the internet presses! OSBA's monthly newsletter just hit inboxes.

This month, we take a closer look at the licensing requirements for barbers in Nevada.

While it takes around 319 days in most states to become a barber -- Nevada stretches that to a whopping 896 days! This is in stark contrast to the more streamlined journeys facing barbers in neighboring states like Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Utah.

In Oregon, barbers can become licensed in 181 days (and for way less 💲💲💲!).

So, what's going on in the Silver State?

Well, Nevada’s barbers must undergo 1,500 hours of training (more than any other state in the region), complete an 18-month apprenticeship, and pass four exams.

Read on to learn more about the onerous licensing requirements for Nevada's barbers: https://mailchi.mp/osbanv/spread-love-for-small-businesses-in-february

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Huge thank you to all the elected leaders and community members who came out to our first Community Town Hall last night! If you missed it, don't worry! Our office and the Nevada Lieutenant Governor's Office are planning 6 more throughout the Vegas Valley this year!

Thank you Assemblyman Reuben D'Silva for Nevada, Senators Fabian Donate and Edgar Flores, the Nevada Secretary of State, and Commissioner William McCurdy II's Office for making the event a success!

Exciting day for the Vegas Chamber with the Preview Las Vegas event! This signature annual experience attracts more than 1,500 attendees. Our team is excited to hear the Vegas Chamber's insights into the economy, growth, and tourism.

📢 Are you interested in meeting with local elected leaders? 📢

The Office Of Small Business Advocacy and the Nevada Lieutenant Governor's Office are putting on a town hall meeting TODAY ➡️

📍 East Las Vegas Library
🕜 6-7 PM

Bring your friends, coworkers, and family! Share with your neighbors! All are welcome.

We hope to see you there!

Happy birthday to Nevada's 37th Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony!

Keep up with his office by following .

Are you interested in starting a non-profit? Join SCORE Mentors for their virtual workshop series - with five different classes focused on everything from starting up to finding grants - offered at no cost. Register for individual workshops at https://score.org/lasvegas

Fantastic, full-house meeting this morning at the Las Vegas Entrepreneur Ecosystem Breakfast at the in Summerlin.

We're consistently inspired by all the people and organizations that come together to support Las Vegas' small business and start-up community.

Thank you to Tyler with the for organizing!

Are you providing child care in your home? Are you interested in learning more about running a childcare business? If you answered yes to either of those questions, then this training series from the Las Vegas Urban League is for you!

🗓️ January 9th
🕘 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Register: https://ow.ly/5Qm950QoBTK

Join us at the International Innovation Center on Thursday, January 11 from 9 – 11AM. We'll celebrate 2023's Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) and look forward to what's to come during GEW 2024, held November 11-17.

Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony will be on a panel discussing the pressing issues facing Nevada's entrepreneurs today.

Schedule:
9AM – Networking & Breakfast
9:30 – 10:30AM – Panel Discussion
11AM — Event Concludes

🗓️ Thursday, January 11
🕟 9 - 11AM
📍 International Innovation Center (495 S. Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101)

Panelists Include:
Stavros Anthony (Nevada Lieutenant Governor), Lisa Song Sutton (Veteran Fund and Serial Entrepreneur), Megan Buckley (COO Titan Ai), Brandon Mills (Veteran Business Owner, Promotional Products), Madisen Saglibene (Owner of Pizza Stoned Pizza Truck), Elias Benjelloun (TechStart and Nevada Partners), Ikram Mansori (COO Vets In Tech).