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SUMMARY:Coding Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Join East Central AEYC at one these three locations to explore coding with preschool aged children! Coding helps take the fear out of making mistakes or failing. It teaches persistence in finding a way to solve your problem. We will engage in conversation and \nconnection while learning more about South Dakota AEYC. \nLocation: \n\n\n\n\nWatertown – Audrey Rider SDSU Extension\n1910 West Kemp Ave (Entrance B) \naudrey.rider@sdstate.edu \n\n\n\n\nCoding Game Night (2)
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/coding-game-night/
LOCATION:SDSU Extension\, 1910 West Kemp Ave\, Watertown\, SD\, 57201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="SDSU Extension":MAILTO:audrey.rider@sdstate.edu
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SUMMARY:SBA Strengthen your property with SBA mitigation assistance - virtual webinar
DESCRIPTION:Event description\nThe U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a virtual Information Session where you’ll learn: \n\nHow to protect your home or business from the next disaster.\nHow additional SBA disaster loan options can be used to strengthen your property.\nExamples of mitigation strategies with industry experts from FEMA.\n\nThese sessions are designed to provide SBA borrowers and future borrowers\, with the information and guidance on the SBA disaster loan option. This option allows property owners to add funds to their SBA physical disaster loans – up to 20% of the verified loss – to mitigate their property from any future peril. \nThe application period for SBA’s physical disaster loans has been extended through April 27. \nRead more about SBA mitigation assistance. \nRegister(Link is external)
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/sba-strengthen-your-property-with-sba-mitigation-assistance-virtual-webinar/
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SUMMARY:SBA Money Smart: Selling Your Business and Succession Planning: Developing an Exit Strategy for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Event description\nJoin the Nebraska/South Dakota/Oklahoma District Offices of the U.S. Small Business Administration for an instructor-led webinar series\, Money Smart\, designed for new or operating small business owners ~ with or without formal business training. This series provides a practical introduction to aspects of starting and managing a business. The curriculum is developed jointly by the FIDC and the SBA. \nThe curriculum includes twelve modules. All sessions will be virtual only\, running every Tuesday beginning February 4\, 2025 through April 22\, 2025 from 11AM CDT to 12PM CDT. The last session in the Money Smart Webinar Series is: \n4/22/25 Selling Your Business and Succession Planning: Developing an Exit Strategy for \nYour Business. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nRegister(Link is external)
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/sba-money-smart-selling-your-business-and-succession-planning-developing-an-exit-strategy-for-your-business/
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SUMMARY:SBA South Dakota Business Builders - Connecting Businesses to Global Markets
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore how our global network of trade professionals\, based in the U.S. and U.S. Embassies worldwide\, can help your business expand internationally. Learn how the U.S. government can provide exclusive access to lucrative opportunities in over 80 countries\, opening doors that others can’t. Our expert\, results-driven counseling is tailored to help you navigate global markets and achieve business success. South Dakota Trade was created to help navigate international trade for South Dakota businesses. Our association administers South Dakota’s STEP Grant program\, conducts export education\, facilitates trade missions\, and offers free and confidential consulting services to South Dakotan companies. We will share local success stories\, how to use the STEP grant\, upcoming trade missions\, our partners\, etc. \nRegister(Link is external)
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/sba-south-dakota-business-builders-connecting-businesses-to-global-markets/
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SUMMARY:Learn the Basics of Canva!
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Canva!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGROW South Dakota and the Small Business Development Center have teamed up to offer you the Basics of Canva class. You will learn how to design a variety of graphics\, including logos\, social media posts\, and posters. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills\, this class will help you bring your creative ideas to life!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual location \nYou will receive a confirmation email with a URL.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApr 16\, 2025 10:00am – Apr 16\, 2025 11:00am \nAdd to Google · Outlook Web · Outlook Mobile · Yahoo · iCal\n\n\n\n\nRegister
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LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:SBA HR for Small Businesses - Session 4 - Benefits & Payroll
DESCRIPTION:Event description\nYou have your LLC\, EIN\, State Tax License\, and now you’re ready to take the next step to grow your business and hire an employee – WONDERFUL! But how do you do THAT?!? \nJoin industry experts Shelly Rose\, Coeur Wharf\, Christine Burger\, Sanford Underground Research Facility\, and Synova Nicolaisen\, Black Hills HR Consulting\, for four practical workshops in the series to kick-start the process of hiring employees. \nThis workshop series is perfect for any small business owner\, whether you’re new to having employees or want to make sure you’re compliant and following industry best practices. \nBenefits & Payroll \nHow do you balance providing employee benefits when you feel like you’re not making money? Do you feel like your business is too small to offer benefits? \nIn this session we will discuss: \n\nBenefits you must offer (i.e.\, wages)\nBenefits employers offer to keep their team happy (PTO\, flexible workschedules\, retirement\, etc.)\nHow frequently to pay employees and reporting\nWhen to consider increasing wages and by how much\n\nYou’ve invested so much to hire a great employee\, training and onboarding them to learn the nuances of your business\, and now you want to keep them long-term. Let’s talk about all these topics and more. \nRegister(Link is external)
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/sba-hr-for-small-businesses-session-4-benefits-payroll/
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SUMMARY:EXC!TE Watertown Elevate Series: Career Progression​
DESCRIPTION:EXC!TE Watertown Elevate Series: Career Progression​ \nTuesday April 8th\, 2025 2pm-6pm​ \nElement​ \n1 N Broadway​ \nWatertown SD 57201​\n​\nCareer Progression: How to grow in your career​\n​\nEXC!TE Watertown invites you to join us for key note speakers and a panel discussion about career progression. ​\nWe’ll follow the educational event with a networking happy hour social.​\n​\nFREE for enhanced level EXC!TE members* | $20 for basic level EXC!TE members & non-members​ \nRSVP NOW!\n​\nRSVPS REQUIRED.​\n​\n*Enhanced members\, please email ashley@watertownsd.com to RSVP.​ \n​
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/excte-watertown-elevate-series-career-progression/
LOCATION:Element\, 1 N Broadway\, Watertown\, SD\, 57201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley":MAILTO:ashley@watertownsd.com
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SUMMARY:Student For A Day
DESCRIPTION:Student for a Day​\n​ \nWe are excited to invite you to participate in Student for a Half Day\, an immersive experience that provides hands-on exposure to one of the 31 programs offered at Lake Area Technical College. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities and gain firsthand insight into the skills and training our programs provide.​ \n​ \nWhat to Expect:​ \n\nHands-on\, engaging classroom experiences​\nA fresh perspective on the programs and opportunities at Lake Area Tech​\nA fun and enriching experience to share with colleagues\, friends\, and family​\n\n​ \nPlease note: This is not a recruiting event\, and there will be little to no interactions with current students. It is simply an opportunity for you and/or your coworkers to explore what Lake Area Tech has to offer in a relaxed\, interactive setting.​ \n​ \nRegistration & Details: ​ \nStudent for a Half Day Registration​ \nSpace is limited – register soon!​ \n​\nQuestions?​ \nReach the Foundation Team at: Foundation@lakeareatech.edu or 605-882-5284 ext. 292​
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/student-for-a-day/
LOCATION:Lake Area Tech\, 1201 Arrow Ave NE\, Watertown\, SD\, 57201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lean+Leadership for Supervisors - Watertown
DESCRIPTION:This workshop originally designed for emerging supervisors and those who have been in their position for less than five years\, however leaders from at all levels are welcome. \nThis 6-part series meets once per month for 6 months. \nLocation: Lake Area Tech 1201 Arrow Avenue Northeast Room 1201 \nDates in the series: \n\nMay 6th\, 2025\nJune 3rd\, 2025\nJuly 1st\, 2025\nAugust 5th\, 2025\nSeptember 2nd\, 2025\nOctober 7th\, 2025\n\nTopics covered: \n\nBuilding your lean leadership foundation\nFundamental lean principles\nUnderstanding yourself and others\nLiving into your values\nPriority and time management\nDelegating and motivating with purpose\nApproaching difficult conversations\nEffective goal setting\nBecoming a coaching leader\nLean problem-solving and decision making\nManaging your team effectively\n\nPlease join us for this 6-part workshop series with a learn-do approach to sharpen your skills\, increase your influence as a leader\, and master the art of coaching. \nFor more information please contact Suart! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/leanleadership-for-supervisors-watertown-registration-1144554586579?aff=oddtdtcreator \nStuart Giere \n320-894-6464 \nstuart.giere@sdmanufacturing.com \n*To be billed for your ticket please use promo code: INVOICE
URL:https://wdcsd.com/event/leanleadership-for-supervisors-watertown/
LOCATION:Lake Area Tech\, 1201 Arrow Ave NE\, Watertown\, SD\, 57201\, United States
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