Thursday, January 15, 2026 (Online) Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. CST APEX Accelerator: Cybersecurity Resilience for Government Contractors Description: This webinar will seek to increase organization's incident response readiness using a realistic breach scenario. More information and registration coming soon. Instructions: Register for the event! Each webinar will require pre-registration. Please note this event does […]
Idea Workshop Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:30 PM 5:00 PM Business & Health Innovation Center, Northern State University1200 S Jay Street Aberdeen, SD, 57401United States (map) Have an idea for a product, service, app, non-profit, or event, but don't know where to start? This free 90-minute workshop lets you explore entrepreneurship and innovation—no experience required! Led by Northern State […]
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (Online) Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CST EEC: Hiring in a Changing Landscape: Navigating Recruitment & Rising Wages Description: As Nebraska’s workforce landscape continues to shift, small businesses face new challenges in hiring, retention, and budgeting for rising labor costs. This session will guide business owners through the realities of […]
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (Online) Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. CST APEX Accelerator: Is a GSA Schedule Right for You? (2026 Update) Description: This webinar is designed for business owners, business development professionals, and contracting teams who are considering whether a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract is the right path for their organization. The […]
Discover essential planning skills for business success in this hands-on workshop—ideal for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs. Planning for a Healthy Business offers an engaging, hands-on experience designed to highlight the vital role of planning in successful business ownership. Whether participants are just beginning or already on their entrepreneurial journey, this class inspires them to […]
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (Online) Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CST SBA: Money Smart ~ Planning for a Healthy Business: Startup from Plan to Reality Description: Discover essential planning skills for business success in this hands-on workshop—ideal for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs. Planning for a Healthy Business offers an engaging, hands-on experience designed […]
Thursday, January 22, 2026 (Online) Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. CST SCORE: Major SEO Changes in 2026: Will Your Website Still Get Found? Description: Search is changing faster than ever. As AI-powered results, zero-click searches, and new ranking signals become more common, many small businesses are starting to see shifts in website traffic. What worked […]
Idea to Market: 8-Week Program Thursday, January 22, 2026 3:30 PM Thursday, March 12, 2026 4:30 PM Business and Health Innovation Center, Northern State University 1200 South Jay Street Aberdeen, SD, 57401United States (map) Participants will gain invaluable support, insights, and connections to effectively launch a startup business from scratch through this free 8-week program. Meeting every Thursday from […]
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (Online) Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST Veteran Business Outreach Center: Reboot to Business (Virtual Only) Description: Boots to Business | Reboot provides assistance to anyone interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge […]
Learn about small business banking, financing options, and fraud prevention in this practical workshop designed to help your business thrive. This comprehensive training is divided into three key sections: 1. The first section explores a diverse range of banking services available to entrepreneurs, including advanced account features like reporting and bundling, innovative payment solutions, and […]
