We hope you enjoy this monthly GO Topeka newsletter geared toward small businesses, entrepreneurs and startups. We'll provide all the local business-related news you need to know about upcoming events, opportunities and much more! To offer feedback or suggestions, contact GO Topeka's Erin Young at Erin.Young@TopekaPartnership.com.
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Small Business Council Training Series Presents:
Taxes & Payroll
Join us for an engaging and practical workshop designed to demystify the complexities of payroll processing and tax obligations. Led by seasoned experts, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the financial landscape confidently.
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Small Business Awards Nominations: Now Open!
Exciting News! Nominations for the 2024 Small Business Awards are officially open. GO Topeka has been hard at work behind the scenes to make this year's nomination process even better. Now is your chance to recognize the outstanding businesses that embody the spirit of success in our community. To nominate a deserving business, simply click the link [insert nomination link] and share their story. As nominations come in, these remarkable businesses will be featured on our website. Stay tuned as the journey unfolds, from nominees to finalists, and ultimately to our deserving winners. Your support and participation make these awards a true celebration of local success. Nominate a business today!
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Take Part In The Athena Leadership Program's Next Cohort
Calling all aspiring female leaders! Registration is now open for the next session of Topeka's Athena Leadership Program, running Feb. 21 to June 19, 2024. This empowering initiative is designed to nurture and cultivate the next generation of women leading in business, politics, and beyond. Are you ready to step into your power with purpose? Then, join us on this transformative journey as we break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and embrace the power of unity and collaboration! Together, we'll pave the way for a more diverse, inclusive future. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock your potential and make a lasting impact. For more information and to register, visit GoTopeka.com/BecomingAthena or click the link below!
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Partnership Dive-IN
We can't wait to share Greater Topeka Partnership with you. Prepare to discover more about the Chamber of Commerce, GO Topeka, Downtown Topeka, Visit Topeka, as well as FORGE - our young professionals' organization. Come and learn more about your membership and all the ways it can be utilized across the Partnership.
This event will take place on Wednesday, February 7th from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm in the Saint Francis Community Room (6th floor), @ 719 S Kansas Avenue.
This event is open to members and nonmembers! For questions about becoming a member, please reach out to Callie Zirkle at Callie.Zirkle@topekapartnership.com
Greater Topeka Partnership
Wednesday, February 7th
4:00pm- 5:00pm
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Business Unwind
Are you looking to increase your network, explore the Topeka business scene and have some fun along the way? Then unwind with us at the NOTO Arts Center!
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Square One - TikTok For Business
Calling If you’re in business, the only thing worse than not having a social media marketing strategy is having a bad one. This class will show you how to use TikTok to boost your brand awareness and audience engagement, as well as effectively reach and expand your audience.
Join Max Sheffield to learn techniques to create strong short-form videos for all social platforms.
Participant Take-aways:
Understand the benefits of short-form social video
Learn how to capitalize on trends and hashtags
Formulate a plan for incorporating TikTok marketing in your business
Date: February 29, 2024 Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm Cost: Free
In-person or virtual
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Women's Forum: Invest In Her
Save the date for the upcoming Women's Forum, presented by
Envista Credit Union.
More details to come!
Date: March 7, 2024
Time: 8:00am- 10:30am Cost: $20
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Credit Reports & Credit Building
The Housing and Credit Counseling Inc. and the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library are partnering to offer Credit Reports and Credit Building, a free program open to the public, to learn more about credit.
HUD exam-certified housing and consumer credit counselor Rogers Brazier will speak about what data and information is included in a credit report, who has access to your credit report and tips for how to manage your money, pay bills and increase your credit score.
Date: Tuesday February 6, 2024
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cost: $0
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Cradle-To-Career Momentum Survey Seeking Responses
The GTP, Momentum 2027 executive committee, and "Cradle-to-Career" collaborative coalition (a task force of Momentum 2027) are seeking survey feedback from Partnership members, boards and community professionals to gauge area students' exposure to work-based learning, a set of instructional strategies that engages employers and schools in providing learning experiences for students. The purposes of work-based learning are to build student awareness of potential careers, facilitate student exploration of career opportunities, and begin student preparation for careers. This survey is confidential and shouldn't take more than five minutes. We appreciate your time and input!
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Don't Be Afraid of Failure! 4 Strategies for learning from your mistakes
Failure happens fairly regularly in growing businesses. Embracing setbacks can help keep morale high and spark opportunities to innovate.
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What Every Small Business Needs To Know About The Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act, which goes into effect in January 2024, may require your small business to report information about ownership to the government.
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Want To Sell Your Business? Here's What To Do First
Looking to ensure a successful business sale? Learn how to maximize value and attract the right buyers.
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Small Business Council
The Small Business Council is a leadership group of area entrepreneurs dedicated to work with the support of GO Topeka to promote small business in Shawnee County and equip those businesses for success. GO Topeka empowers small business by relying on local business leaders to influence and shape the conversation about how best to support existing businesses, and assist those who wish to learn how they can grow.
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Business Resources
There are many resources available for businesses. If you can’t find what you are looking for or have questions, please reach out and talk with us!
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Ribbon Cuttings Held in January/Early February
- Cornerstone of Topeka
- McDonalds KTA Topeka Service Area
- Topeka Collegiate School
- Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
- TFMComm, Inc
- Whayne's Herbs & Natural Products
- Step By Step Learn & Play Child Care
- AO Nola Praline Candy
- Topeka Home Show
Ribbon Cuttings Coming Up In February
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RE/MAX EK Realestate
- 2/7/24 @ 9am - 2130 SW 37th St
- Epic Integrated Wellness
- 2/28/24 @ 4pm - 5942 SW 29th St, Suite C
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