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For proposed, startup and
existing business owners!
An all-day workshop that sets you up for success. Know your numbers and plan right for 2018!
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For more photos of our last Financial Workshop at HCC HCC Alief Hayes. 11/30/17: Photo Web Album |
Understanding Cash Needs:
Understanding how much money you need; Negotiating to save money - a framework; Collecting money and making a profit; and Forcasting for success.
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Loans: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly:
Understand how much you should borrow; What loan type is best for you; Loan sharks, and How to avoid predatory lenders.
 Are You Doing a Good Job?:
The basics for measuring your hard work; Importance of understanding your financials; Building a real asset; and Connections.
 Financing Panel -
Relationships for success. Representatives from Houston's financial entrepreneurial eco-system including the SBA, LiftFund, Wallis State Bank and Amegy Bank.
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 David Regenbaum
- Entrepreneur in Residence at the HCC NW Center for Entrepreneurship
- V.P. HCC Foundation
- Faculty & Mentor for 10,000 Small Businesses
- Entrepreneurial Curriculum Developer & Advocate
David Regenbaum was Owner and Operator of Association Management, Inc. (AMI) from 1979-2010. AMI achieved remarkable growth and prestige under his leadership for over 36 years, resulting in AMI becoming the leading community association management firm in Texas, managing over 300 communities consisting of over 100,000 homes and commercial units. Many of his innovative management philosophies and practices have become industry standards. In 2010, he sold AMI to FirstService Residential Houston, the largest community association management company in America. Regenbaum then served as President of FirstService Residential Houston for the next four years, before "retiring." Much to our benefit, David's altruistic encore career is dedicated to empowering Houston's startup and existing small business owners and to instilling entrepreneurial skills in the greater Houston area workforce through Houston Community College!
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 Rebecca Schultz - Rebecca currently serves as a commercial loan officer for TDECU and as a financial educator to the community focused on building better credit for entrepreneurs. As a certified credit counselor and financial analyst, she provides energetic and engaging seminars for individuals that are serious about securing their future and gaining access to capital.
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Featured Resource Partner
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SCORE
is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.
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Back by Popular Demand - Last Chance for Spring 2018
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 This is the 3rd offering of our new Financial Workshop in a month in response to high demand!
Saturday 1/20/18==>
Tuesday 1/30/18==>
It is also the
last scheduling of it for the Spring 2018 Semester.
Register early to secure your seat!
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Reduced Rates for External Community, Free for Some
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Sponsored by our Partners
 Day Includes: Morning
Coffee, Pastries, Fruit & Lunch.
$25 online
$35 at the door
FREE - HCC College Credit Students, Faculty, Staff & Alumni (code: HCCS).
FREE - 1st 10 Veterans (code: VETS)
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Join us for learning, inspiration, support, connections and small business empowerment!
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Sincerely,
Sandra Louvier
Director
Center for Entrepreneurship
Houston Community College - Northwest
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HCC Newspring Business Plan Competition Update -
Attention All Applicants:
Applications:
The application period is closed and all submitted applications are under review!
February 16:
All contestants chosen for a prized slot in the competition will be notified of acceptance!
Financial Workshops:
Some applicant teams will be attending the Financial Workshop on Saturday February 10 as part of the application requirements. All Applicant teams registered must attend the workshop or your application will be considered incomplete. Applicants chosen for the competition who are required to attend the workshop will be disqualified if it is not attended.
Creating a Successful Business Plan - Online Class: Some applicant teams are taking the online Creating a Successful Business Plan class that started January 17 as part of the application requirements. BPC applicants chosen for acceptance into the competition who are taking this class will be disqualified from the competition if they have not completed the class by February 25.
Teams Chosen for the Competition will begin free group training on February 27 and continue with free one-on-one team mentoring and group training on 3/6, 3/20, 4/3 and 4/17. Each c
hosen team must be represented at all training sessions or be disqualified. Plans due 5/7. Finalists present to judges 5/24. Competition Awards Ceremony celebrating all completer teams and awarding $30,000 in cash and in-kind prizes is on 5/30!
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Calling ALL entrepreneurs! If you are interested in entering the HCC Newspring Business Plan Competition but missed this year's deadline, sign up for the
Financial Workshop and the online
Creating a Successful Business Plan Class now and get your prerequisites out of the way prior to the competition like others have done. HCC will also offer multiple workshops and seminars and additional opportunities throughout the year designed to empower small business launch and growth and propel your plans forward!
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Thank you Newspring Mentors!
Thanks to Newspring, HCC's competition partner for providing outstanding competition training and 60 mentors annually, going into the competition's 11th year!
Special thanks also to each and every mentor donating their priceless time and experience! We look forward to seeing you on February 13 for the 2018 HCC Newspring Business Plan Competititon Mentor Orientation!
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HCC Alief Hayes
3rd Floor, Rm A319
2811 Hayes Road 77082
Campus is on Westheimer, west of Beltway 8 between Wilcrest and Kirkwood.
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More Upcoming Opportunities
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Income Tax Myths and Facts- Small Business Owners Responsibilities
Saturday, February 24
HCC Alief Hayes
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Many Individuals and small business owners are unaware of their tax responsibilities. Come listen, learn and talk to your tax consultant. Invest in peace of mind.
Workshop Topics: Business Tax Structure Overview, Calculating Taxes, Consequences of failing to pay taxes, State Business Income Tax Calculating Payroll, Employees vs. Contract Employees, Sales Tax.
Featured Speaker: Dr. Mohammad Tehrani (Mo), Entrepreneur-Multiple Businesses, HCC Tax Instructor, Executive Vice President, SCORE
Brought to you by the Center for Entrepreneurship at HCC Northwest and SCORE
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Recovery Lending Now - The Sequel
Wednesday February 7
Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
Business Center
2302 Fannin, Suite 200
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join the Houston MDBA Business Center and LiftFund for a financial assistance event for small businesses recovering from Hurricane Harvey.
LiftFund and MBDA representatives will be available to present options and accept applications for small business
 hurricane
relief loans
up to
$25,000
at low to
0% interest.
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7 Tips to Rock Your Business Plan
Tuesday February 13
HCC Southeast
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Every business owner, whether a start-up or already established, needs a road map to be successful.
In this workshop you will get tips for increasing client sales through a customized approach to strategy, training, coaching and consulting services.
Topics to be covered include:
- Develop a Business Plan
- Know Your Competition
- Understand Your Audience and Customers
Brought to you by the HCC Southeast Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship Center and
SCORE
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HCC Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
COMING TO FORT BEND - HCC Missouri City Campus - SUMMER 2018.
Application Deadline for Summer Class is February 15
Make a commitment to growth in 2018! Practical skills in negotiations, marketing, and employee management are just a few of the things you'll learn with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses.
Apply today for the program at Houston Community College and gain valuable, actionable skills, the opportunity to access capital, powerful networking opportunites and more. It works with your busy schedule and it's available at no cost to you.
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Offerings from HCC Libraries and the HCC Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives
Using Word Press 101
HCC W Loop
Thursday, February 15
11:00am - 1:00 pm
Innovation Discovery Skills
HCC Stafford
Thursday, February 22
11:00am - 1:00 pm
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About the Center for Entrepreneurship
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The mission of Houston Community College's Center for Entrepreneurship is to provide education and training for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Our mission fosters economic growth through business and community development.
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Thanks to
Competition Leaders, Trainers and
Mentors
Houston Community College thanks Robert Westheimer, Jack Barry and Richard Tyler for their deep commitment and dedicated service to our small business community!
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