• Patent and Trademark Searching

    About the event A discussion of patent and trademark searching and the free resources available for conducting searching. We will discuss why and why not to conduct a search prior to filing, briefly demonstrate some of the free online resources available for conducting searching, explain the classification systems used by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, […]

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  • EDPA Spring Tour

    Lake Area Tech 1201 Arrow Ave NE, Watertown, SD, United States

    Join us for a discussion on economic development with Michael Bockorny, the CEO of the Economic Development Professionals Association of South Dakota. Michael will share comments covering the activities of EDPA over the past year, discuss the planned activities for the upcoming year, and talk about potential legislation for the 2026 session. This is also […]

  • Business 201

    About the event Business 201 helps you establish a foundation that lasts for your business. In this session we’ll cover the following: thinking like an entrepreneur; establish a foundation for business growth; developing agility and resilience; and putting people first. *This session will not be recorded. Presented by: Kaltrina Rezniqi Kaltrina Rezniqi, Vice President, Sr. […]

    Free
  • SBA AI Learning Lab: 5 Things You Can and Should Be Doing With AI, Right Now

    Event description Join us for an exciting, hands-on AI Learning Lab where we’ll demystify artificial intelligence and show you five simple, powerful ways to use it in your professional and personal life — no tech background required! In this interactive, hands-on session, you’ll learn how AI can help you with: streamlining your workflow sparking creativity mastering your […]

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  • The Basics of Quickbooks Online

    Online

    The Basics of QuickBooks Online The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be offering the Basics of QuickBooks Online (QBO) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. QuickBooks Online software will be used for this virtual workshop presentation. Participants will view the software live on screen. Join Kelly Weaver of the SBDC on a tour of QBO […]

  • Unlock Your Brilliance: Ignite Your Confidence and Vision

    About the event Reconnect with the dreams that once fueled your childhood and shift your mindset to believe anything is possible. In this empowering workshop, you’ll discover your authentic self and gain actionable strategies to become the confident leader you’re meant to be—both in life and in your business. You will learn: Reignite Your Vision – […]

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  • Energize! 2025

    Platte Community Center 310 Main Street, Platte, SD, United States

    Join SDSU Extension and the community of Platte for the seventh annual Energize conference on May 6–7, 2025. The conference begins with a light lunch, registration, and networking with resource partners at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6, and concludes early Wednesday afternoon, May 7. Grab lunch in Platte before you head home energized to lead […]

  • Principles of Lean Series – Watertown

    The Goss Operah House 100 E Kemp Ave The Studio, Watertown, SD, United States

    Learn practical tools and strategies to streamline processes, boost productivity, and drive continuous improvement. This 6-part series meets once per month for 6 months. Dates in the series: May 8th, 2025* June 5th, 2025 July 3rd, 2025 August 7th, 2025 Day 5: TBD Day 6 TBD *Actual start date TBD when class is full. Dates […]

  • Tax Basics 101

    About the event Business Taxes: Keep your business out of trouble with the IRS No one wants a “friendly” letter from the IRS. Taxes are an important part of starting a business and it’s not as difficult as you think! But where do you start? How should I set up my business: as a sole proprietor, LLC, […]

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