SCORE: Mastering WordPress for Small Business Owners ~ Unlock Digital Success
2026-02-03 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CST
SCORE: Mastering WordPress for Small Business Owners ~ Unlock Digital Success
Description: Join our intensive workshop designed for small business owners eager to conquer the digital space with WordPress. Highlights:

Digital Presence: Understand its crucial role in boosting business credibility.
WordPress Basics: Navigate its core features with ease.
Design Essentials: Craft an engaging and user-friendly site.
Content Crafting: Create compelling narratives for enhanced visibility.
Attracting Visitors: Learn SEO basics and effective strategies to drive traffic.

Elevate your online presence and empower your business. Dive into WordPress mastery with us!
Cost: $10.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80139

SCORE: Google Workspace Business Setup ~ Tools to Use and Mistakes to Avoid
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST
SCORE: Google Workspace Business Setup ~ Tools to Use and Mistakes to Avoid
Description: Google Workspace can be a powerful tool for small businesses to save time, improve efficiency, and increase productivity, but only if it’s set up correctly. However, many businesses add tools without a clear plan, ending up with cluttered files, overlapping systems, and workflows that cost time rather than save it. In this webinar, our expert presenter will show you how to make smart, practical decisions about setting up and using Google Workspace based on how your business actually operates. You’ll learn how to choose the right tools, avoid common setup mistakes, and create a simple, organized system that supports your day-to-day work as your business grows. What You’ll Learn:

Which Google Workspace edition makes sense for your business
How to decide which tools to use and which to skip to avoid clutter
Simple, practical ways to set up communication, collaboration, and file organization
Common mistakes that lead to inefficiency, confusion, and duplicated work
When Google Workspace isn’t enough, and how to choose complementary software wisely

Cost: $15.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80020

APEX Accelerator: Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:30
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
APEX Accelerator: Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness
Description: Are you a new government contractor eager to break into the lucrative government marketplace? Mastering market research is a crucial skill that can give you a significant edge over the competition. In this comprehensive introductory course, you’ll gain the essential knowledge and tools needed to excel at market research and secure a competitive advantage. In this webinar, you’ll learn:

The Critical Importance of Market Research: Understand why market research is the foundation of success for government contractors and how it can significantly impact your ability to win contracts.
Tapping into Free Government Data Sources: Learn how to access and leverage free government data to gain a competitive edge.
Mastering NAICS and Product Services Codes: Learn the importance of these codes for vendor registration and how to use them to create compelling marketing materials.
Applying Qualitative and Quantitative Research: Discover how to use both research methods to make data-driven decisions and maximize your opportunities.
Unlocking Historical Spend Data: Learn to analyze historical spending data to identify top government buyers, find potential partners or competitors, and gain insights into small business set-asides and sole source contracts.

By the end of this training, you’ll have a solid foundation in market research that will set you up for success in the government marketplace. This training will also prepare you for advanced market research courses on Govology.com, where you can learn tactical skills for analyzing competitive intelligence and uncovering opportunities through advanced prospecting and forecasting techniques. Target Audience: new government contractors, experienced government contractors who need to refresh their market research skills, and procurement professionals.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Veronica Doga, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6253
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79957

Cybersecurity Made Easy: Simple Privacy Basics for Entrepeneaurs
2026-02-03 15:30 - 17:00
Cybersecurity Made Easy: Simple Privacy Basics for Entrepreneurs

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
3:30 PM 5:00 PM

Business & Health Innovation Center, Northern State University1200 S Jay Street Aberdeen, SD, 57401United States (map)

In this workshop, you’ll learn what threats really matter for new businesses and the simple habits and tools that make a big difference. You’ll learn the most common risks small businesses face, the easy steps you can take to protect your information, and affordable tools to keep customer data safe from day one.
Presenter: Pat Wolberg, Brown County

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SCORE: Simple Steps For Starting Your Business -- Session 2 ~ Business Concept
2026-02-04 11:00 - 12:30
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Simple Steps For Starting Your Business — Session 2 ~ Business Concept
Description: Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, you can navigate the process with confidence. Simple Steps for Starting Your Business, in partnership with SCORE mentoring, provides aspiring entrepreneurs with practical tools, expert insights, and a step-by-step roadmap to launch a successful venture. This series of workshops is designed to help you avoid costly mistakes, streamline your startup journey, and build a strong foundation for long-term success. Whether you’re in the idea stage or ready to take action, you’ll gain essential knowledge on business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, and operational best practices. This second workshop focuses on your business concept and step-by-step guidance in researching your idea, your market, and your competition. At the end of the Business Concept workshop, you are able to identify your target markets, describe your products and services, and collect key competitive information to support your feasibility plan. You Will Learn:
✅ The concepts involved in creating a marketing strategy
✅ Creating a feasibility plan – will this business be successful in reaching my goals
✅ Data collection – What to collect, why to collect it and how to use it
✅ How to do Market Research of your industry, competitors and clients in your target market. Where to the find information and how to understand and interpret the data you find.
✅ Learn about your competition. Their products, strengths, weaknesses and ongoing reputation. Then how should you build your own plan.
Whether you’re launching a side hustle, small business, or full-scale company, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies and expert guidance to turn your vision into reality. This course will be offered over 5 consecutive weeks, with a different business topic covered each week.

Session 1: Start-up Basics
Session 2: Business Concept
Session 3: Marketing Plan
Session 4: Financial Matters
Session 5: Funding Options

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE Twin Cities, twincities@scorevolunteer.org 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80140

SBA: Money Smart ~ Organizational Types - Pros and Cons of Business Structures
2026-02-04 11:30 - 12:30
Explore the pros and cons of business structures in this workshop—learn which organizational type best fits your small business goals.
This module offers a clear overview of various business structures, empowering participants to make informed decisions about which organizational type best suits their needs. Through this session, attendees will explore the unique characteristics, benefits, and potential drawbacks of each structure as they relate to small businesses:
• Sole Proprietorship
• Partnerships (General Partnership, Limited Partnership, and Limited Liability Partnership)
• Limited Liability Company (LLC)
• C-Corporation
• S-Corporation
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SBA: Money Smart ~ Organizational Types - Pros and Cons of Business Structures
2026-02-04 11:30 - 12:30
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SBA: Money Smart ~ Organizational Types – Pros and Cons of Business Structures
Description: Explore the pros and cons of business structures in this workshop—learn which organizational type best fits your small business goals. This module offers a clear overview of various business structures, empowering participants to make informed decisions about which organizational type best suits their needs. Through this session, attendees will explore the unique characteristics, benefits, and potential drawbacks of each structure as they relate to small businesses:

Sole Proprietorship
Partnerships (General Partnership, Limited Partnership, and Limited Liability Partnership)
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
C-Corporation
S-Corporation

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Jo Eckert, Jo.Eckert@sba.gov 402-221-7200
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78130

SCORE: Module 1 - Webinar Series On Mastering Business Financial Literacy
2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (Online Only)
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. CST
SCORE: Module 1 – Webinar Series On Mastering Business Financial Literacy
Description: By attending this four part Webinar series, you will learn the basics of Financial Literacy, which will help you to enhance the success of your Business. Unlock the secrets to financial health for your business! This comprehensive webinar series is designed for new and established small business owners looking to gain a solid foundation in financial management. Learn the essential skills from Budgeting to Cash Flow management to Securing Funding and Tax Planning. Session 1 – Wednesday 2-4-26 – 6:30 PM CST. The current Financial Essentials for the Start-up program, but only up to “Break-Even.”:

Define and explain value proposition. Active and start-up businesses should continue evaluating and enhancing their value proposition. Example of enhancement.
Include the need to monitor conditions affecting pricing and cost of sales.
Monitor and evaluate factors affecting cost of sales. Examples.
Gross profit – This requires ongoing monitoring:

Limited start-up and small business bargaining power.
Benefits of high price.
Importance of gross profit and high price.

Break-even analysis should be periodically evaluated, particularly as the business evolves and conditions change. Use Excel workbook to demonstrate break-even, including price change.
Business owners include personal living expenses/compensation in break-even analysis.
Reviewing financial statements should be ongoing. Session 3.

Cost: $15.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Edmund Peterlinz, ed.peterlinz@scorevolunteer.org 630-842-3589
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80141

SCORE: Writing a Winning Business Plan
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:30
Thursday, February 5, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CST
SCORE: Writing a Winning Business Plan
Description: Learn the essential elements for preparing a plan for business success by identifying content and format for a business plan–including sources of information to aid in its development. You should understand that a business plan is a valuable internal tool, even when not required for the benefit of investors or loan officers. A business plan may force you to think about your idea in new ways and to question the validity of your product/service target markets. It can serve as a guide or benchmark to allow you to track your progress and to stay committed to your long-term goals. If you have partners, it can help avoid misunderstandings. It will help you to better describe and to speak more concisely about your company. All these elements of a business plan can contribute to successful implementation of your business idea.
Cost: $10.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Bill Grosskopf, bill.grosskopf@scorevolunteer.org 630-842-3589
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80144

SCORE: Success Mindset Mastery ~ Unlock the Habits and Focus to Achieve Your Goals
2026-02-05 11:00 - 12:30
Thursday, February 5, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Success Mindset Mastery ~ Unlock the Habits and Focus to Achieve Your Goals
Description: Do you ever feel like you aren’t getting the results you want even though you are smart, hardworking, and good at what you do? Many times, people are held back by unconscious patterns or beliefs they aren’t even aware of. In this workshop you will learn:

Three sources of mental blocks: When you identify where your blocks come from it makes it easier to shift them.
Six common blocks: When you shift these blocks you unlock keys to your success.
Five Success Mindset Tools: How to take action so that you reprogram your mindset for success.
Goal, Intentions, and Visualization: These are the steps that create a habit where you see yourself in the future having achieved your goals.

This workshop is for anyone who wants to bring more success into their life or business. It’s especially helpful for those who feel stuck and unsure about how to move forward. You will learn about old thought patterns that need to shift, so that you can get the results you know you are capable of accomplishing.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE Twin Cities, twincities@scorevolunteer.org 630-842-3589
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80145

SCORE: How OB3 Impacts Your Taxes ~ Protect Your Business & Maximize Deductions
2026-02-05 12:00 - 13:00
Thursday, February 5, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST
SCORE: How OB3 Impacts Your Taxes ~ Protect Your Business & Maximize Deductions
Description: The One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3) brings sweeping tax changes that could affect your business deductions, investment opportunities, and cash flow. Whether you work with contractors, use payment apps, or run a pass-through business, understanding what’s changing could help you maximize new opportunities and avoid costly surprises next tax season. In this webinar, advisors from Block Advisors by H&R Block, will break down the most important OB3 tax updates affecting small businesses. The session focuses on when key provisions take effect, how these changes may impact reporting, deductions, and overall tax planning, and what steps you should consider now to keep your business compliant and prepared. Learn about changes to:

1099-K, 1099-NEC, and 1099-MISC reporting thresholds
Bonus depreciation guidelines
Section 179 phaseout amounts and Qualified Business Income deduction limits
Research & development deductions
Rules around Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80146

APEX Accelerator: Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Support, Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS), SBIR/STTR/Other Innovation Programs
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:00
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 (Online Only)
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. CST
APEX Accelerator: Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Support, Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS), SBIR/STTR/Other Innovation Programs
Description: Join us for a high-level overview of key federal programs that help businesses innovate, scale, and strengthen their position in government and defense supply chains. Designed for companies at any stage of government contracting, this workshop will help you understand what each program is, who they are for, and when they may fit into your government contracting growth strategy. This session will introduce:

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) – non-dilutive funding programs supporting small business research, development, and commercialization
Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III – investments focused on expanding U.S. manufacturing capacity and critical supply chains
Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) – initiatives designed to modernize and sustain essential defense suppliers

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Veronica Doga, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6253
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79958

SCORE: Prepare Financial Projections for Your Business Plan
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:30
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CST
SCORE: Prepare Financial Projections for Your Business Plan
Description: Bob Manza, Instructor, will cover topics related to setting up and operating your business finances, hiring professionals, forecasting financial information, and looking at sources of capital. In addition to use for lenders and investors, your financial forecasts will provide the knowledge that your business can be a success.
Cost: $10.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Bill Grosskopf, bill.grosskopf@scorevolunteer.org
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80147

SCORE: Your SEO Roadmap ~ How to Get Your Website Found Online
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST
SCORE: Your SEO Roadmap ~ How to Get Your Website Found Online
Description: In today’s crowded digital landscape, being invisible on Google means leaving money on the table. If customers can’t find your business online, they can’t buy from you, and SEO is the key to changing that. In this free webinar, we’ll strip away unnecessary jargon and focus on what actually matters for small business websites. You’ll leave with a clear, practical roadmap for improving your site’s SEO so it attracts qualified traffic, supports lead generation, and works as a reliable, long-term business asset. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to:

Write click-worthy title tags, compelling meta descriptions, and on-page content that search engines understand
Use SEO to level the playing field and compete with larger businesses in your market
Turn higher search rankings into real leads and sales—not just website traffic
Understand why SEO is critical today and how to build a website that continues to grow with your business

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80021

SCORE: Social Media Essentials for Your Business
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:30
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Social Media Essentials for Your Business
Description: This webinar will cover:

How to create a content calendar to sync all your marketing efforts (Participants will receive a complimentary digital copy of a digital calendar-$27 value)
How to choose which platforms make sense for your business
The right days and times to post on each platform and how often to post
What type of content to post for best engagement
What is a social media influencer and why to use them

Cost $10.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Bill Grosskopf, bill.grosskopf@scorevolunteer.org
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80148

Nebraska APEX Accelerator - Midwest Virtual Matchmaker
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-12
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 and Thursday, February 12, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CST
Nebraska APEX Accelerator – Midwest Virtual Matchmaker
Description: The Midwest Virtual Matchmaker is a premier networking event that allows businesses to request meetings with participating government agencies and prime contractors. If you are interested in government contracting and/or doing business with prime contractors, you won’t want to miss this event. The Midwest Virtual Matchmaker is hosted by APEX Accelerators in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Wyoming, and the Native American Development Corporation APEX Accelerator.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Charles Beck, cwbeck@unomaha.edu 402-690-4986
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79599

SCORE: Simple Steps For Starting Your Business -- Session 4 ~ Financial Matters
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:30
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Simple Steps For Starting Your Business — Session 4 ~ Financial Matters
Description: Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, you can navigate the process with confidence. Simple Steps for Starting Your Business, in partnership with SCORE mentoring, provides aspiring entrepreneurs with practical tools, expert insights, and a step-by-step roadmap to launch a successful venture. This series of workshops is designed to help you avoid costly mistakes, streamline your startup journey, and build a strong foundation for long-term success. Whether you’re in the idea stage or ready to take action, you’ll gain essential knowledge on business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, and operational best practices. This workshop uses exercises to help you better understand financial concepts. This session reviews sales and prices, financial risks and rewards, true start-up costs, ongoing operating expenses, setting benchmarks for tracking progress and the organization of all your financial information. Using a hands-on approach, you learn how to use our financial model to forecast sales revenue and build solid pro-forma financial forecasts. This workshop will help you:
✅ Match your business concept with personal income goals.
✅ Gain a better understanding of financial risks and rewards of entrepreneurship.
✅ Figure out how much money you will need to start and run your business.
✅ Identify development and startup costs, ongoing operations expenses and funds needed to finance the business.
✅ Create a plan to help guide future business decisions and monitor results.
✅ To communicate with stakeholders (investors, lenders, employees, etc.) about the business’ finances.
✅ Forecast sales
✅ Understand financial statements
✅ Establish your recordkeeping platform & processes
Whether you’re launching a side hustle, small business, or full-scale company, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies and expert guidance to turn your vision into reality. This course will be offered over 5 consecutive weeks, with a different business topic covered each week.
Session 1: Start-up Basics
Session 2: Business Concept
Session 3: Marketing Plan
Session 4: Financial Matters
Session 5: Funding Options
What You Will Receive With Your Webinar Registration: Access to the Live Webinar – Join our featured experts to learn the latest business strategies, tips and tools to help you start, run and grow your business. Exclusive Recording Access – Webinars are recorded and made available only to those who registered for the live event, allowing you to revisit content and learn at your own pace. Resources & Materials – By registering for the live event, you’ll also receive access to the webinar slides and additional tools at the conclusion of the event.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE Twin Cities, twincities@scorevolunteer.org 630-842-3589
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80149

SBA: Money Smart ~ Financial Management - Understanding this Critical Practice
2026-02-11 11:30 - 12:30
Master the money side of business! Gain practical skills in financial management, funding, and growth in this dynamic workshop.
This workshop demystifies financial management, highlighting its essential role in small business success. Participants will gain a solid foundation in core financial concepts and practical strategies to strengthen their businesses, including:
• Identifying key financial management practices, rules, and tools available to small businesses
• Understanding how these financial practices, rules, and tools operate in real-world scenarios
• Grasping the basics of financial management tailored to small businesses
• Exploring the fundamentals of start-up financing
• Learning the essentials of financing for business growth
• Understanding working capital financing and its significance
• Examining the basics of financing fixed assets
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SBA: Money Smart ~ Financial Management - Understanding this Critical Practice
2026-02-11 11:30 - 12:30
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SBA: Money Smart ~ Financial Management – Understanding this Critical Practice
Description: Master the money side of business! Gain practical skills in financial management, funding, and growth in this dynamic workshop. This workshop demystifies financial management, highlighting its essential role in small business success. Participants will gain a solid foundation in core financial concepts and practical strategies to strengthen their businesses, including:

Identifying key financial management practices, rules, and tools available to small businesses
Understanding how these financial practices, rules, and tools operate in real-world scenarios
Grasping the basics of financial management tailored to small businesses
Exploring the fundamentals of start-up financing
Learning the essentials of financing for business growth
Understanding working capital financing and its significance
Examining the basics of financing fixed assets

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Jo Eckert, Jo.Eckert@sba.gov 402-221-7200
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78131

SCORE: Build A Business On A Shoestring ~ Module 3
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:30
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Build A Business On A Shoestring ~ Module 3
Description: At this third Module in the Series Starting a Business On A Shoestring we will be discussing Lean Operations and Smart Systems. Topics will include:

Maximize the impact of every hour spent working.
Understand how to integrate tools (like Google Workspace, Trello, Canva, and Zapier) to create seamless systems without hiring extra help.
Outsource strategically with freelancers and virtual assistants
Identify resources that can help skyrocket your growth

Cost: $20.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Edmund Peterlinz, ed.peterlinz@scorevolunteer.org 630-842-3589
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80151

APEX Accelerator - DCAA Cost Reimbursable Requirements Webinar
2026-02-11 13:00 - 15:00
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. CST
APEX Accelerator – DCAA Cost Reimbursable Requirements Webinar
Description: The Nebraska APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) are excited to announce the upcoming DCAA Cost Reimbursable Requirements Series. Part 2 of the Cost Reimbursable Requirements Series includes Incurred Cost Submissions and Contract Briefs. At the end of a defined accounting period, federal government contractors must submit actual costs incurred to DCAA. The intention of this process is for DCAA to review costs claimed to ensure they are allowable, allocable, and reasonable per FAR 31, as well as within the terms of their respective contracts. DCAA will discuss requirements for the annual submission and what DCAA considers to be elements of an adequate submission. This training provides an overview of the DCAA Incurred Cost Electronic (ICE) model, which provides contractors with a standard user-friendly package to compile their financial data. DCAA will also discuss its adequacy review process and means of how they select submissions for audit. Why is briefing your contracts so important? Contract briefs are your “One Stop Shop” for all pertinent information, including contract provisions, clauses, requirements, allowability, funding, and so much more! DCAA will discuss the use of contract briefs in audits, reviewing vouchers, and the usefulness of contract brief information while monitoring your contract expenditures.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Charles Beck, cwbeck@unomaha.edu 402-690-4986
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79600

SCORE: Social Media in the Modern age ~ Trends and More
2026-02-11 14:00 - 15:30
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Social Media in the Modern age ~ Trends and More
Description: Explore the newest social media trends shaping the digital landscape and learn how small businesses can use them to grow their brand, attract customers, and create meaningful online engagement. This session breaks down what’s changing across platforms, what content works today, and how to adapt your strategy without feeling overwhelmed.
Cost: $10.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: Brandon Roger, brandon.roger@scorevolunteer.org
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80152

SCORE: Stop Selling, Start Connecting - 7 Steps to Confident Conversations That Convert
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:30
Thursday, February 12, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. CST
SCORE: Stop Selling, Start Connecting – 7 Steps to Confident Conversations That Convert
Description: Sales isn’t about pressure. It’s about people. If you’ve ever believed in your offer but froze when it was time to talk price, ask for the sale, or handle objections, you’re not alone. Most small business owners and sales professionals were never taught how to sell in a way that feels natural, confident, and authentic. You overtalk. You hesitate. You worry about being pushy. People don’t buy when they understand you. They buy when they feel understood. That’s where the CONVERT Framework changes everything. In this high-impact workshop, Stop Selling, Start Connecting, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Build trust faster using the Connect & Observe phases of the CONVERT Framework.
✅ Identify and adapt to different DiSC communication styles so your message lands every time.
✅ Ask powerful, curiosity-driven questions that uncover real buying motives.
✅ Handle objections with confidence—not pressure.
✅ Turn genuine conversations into loyal, paying clients.
If you’re ready to ditch the awkward scripts, close with confidence, and start 2026 strong—this is your playbook. Join us for “Stop Selling, Start Connecting” and learn how to turn conversations into contracts—one confident connection at a time. What You Will Receive With Your Webinar Registration: Access to the Live Webinar – Join our featured experts to learn the latest business strategies, tips and tools to help you start, run and grow your business. Exclusive Recording Access – Webinars are recorded and made available only to those who registered for the live event, allowing you to revisit content and learn at your own pace. Resources & Materials – By registering for the live event, you’ll also receive access to the webinar slides and additional tools at the conclusion of the event.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Twin Cities Workshops, twincities@scorevolunteer.org
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80153

SCORE: Keep More at Tax Time with Smart Bookkeeping ~ Understanding Your Financial Reports
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:30
Thursday, February 12, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: Keep More at Tax Time with Smart Bookkeeping ~ Understanding Your Financial Reports
Description: Bookkeeping isn’t just about keeping your records organized, it’s a powerful tool that can save you thousands each year. By mastering the basics, you’ll gain the financial clarity to make smarter decisions, simplify tax season, and set your business up for long-term success. In this semi-live, bookkeeping expert Phyllis Johnson will walk you through practical bookkeeping steps every small business owner should know. You’ll learn how to create profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other essential reports, along with tips to streamline your process and avoid costly mistakes. While the presentation plays, Phyllis will be available live to answer questions, followed by a dedicated 15-minute Q&A session to address your specific concerns. What You’ll Learn:

Why smart bookkeeping is essential to your business’s financial health
How to create a profit and loss statement and balance sheet
Best practices for accurately tracking income and expenses
How bookkeeping can simplify tax season and save you time and money
Proven tips and tools to make bookkeeping easier and more efficient

Cost: $15.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80025

APEX Accelerator: Gen-AI in Government Procurement
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:30
Thursday, February 12, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
APEX Accelerator: Gen-AI in Government Procurement
Description: Generative AI can be incredibly useful—until it isn’t. Join David Timm (Co-Chair of Burr & Forman’s AI Committee and Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s Bid Protest Committee) for a candid reality check on how large language models (LLMs) behave in legal and government contracting contexts—and how to use them without getting burned. You’ll learn:

The three core LLM risks: hallucinations, sycophancy, and privacy/privilege exposure
What current performance data shows about leading chatbots’ failure rates, and how often they repeat false information
GovCon examples where over-reliance on AI has led to legal sanctions, dismissed protests, and loss of professional credibility
Clear dos and don’ts for using AI for brainstorming and issue-spotting without compromising confidential data or falling for plausible-looking hallucinations

You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how LLMs work, where they tend to fail, and how to use them responsibly in GovCon and legal workflows. Walk away with practical guardrails you can apply immediately to protect sensitive information and avoid costly missteps. Target Audience: Small business owners, C-Suite executives, proposal writers, and in-house counsel
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Veronica Doga, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6253
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79969

APEX Accelerator: Vendor Activation, Visibility, and Engagement Best Practices
2026-02-17 12:00 - 13:30
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
APEX Accelerator: Vendor Activation, Visibility, and Engagement Best Practices
Description: Before you can gain visibility, win contracts, and get paid by government agencies or prime contractors, you need to be properly set up as a vendor. Yet vendor registration and supplier onboarding are often misunderstood, over-applied, or treated as a box-checking exercise rather than a strategic business decision. This course explains the core principles of vendor activation and supplier onboarding—why registration exists, when it’s required, when it isn’t, and how to determine what applies to your specific contracting path. Rather than focusing on a single system or form, you’ll learn how vendor and supplier registrations function across federal, state, and local environments, as well as within prime contractor vendor databases. You’ll also see how these registrations support not only eligibility but also payment, vendor visibility and marketing, sourcing, and small-business utilization efforts. In this course, you will learn:

Why vendor registration and supplier onboarding exist in the first place
When registration is required—and when it may not be necessary
How to determine which registrations apply to your business and target buyers
The benefits of registration
Why maintaining and updating registrations is critical to remaining active and visible
How federal, state, and local vendor registration processes differ
Where to find trusted training, resources, and support for registration and onboarding
Why small business certifications and status matter in vendor and supplier systems

This course does not provide step-by-step instructions for completing specific registration systems. Instead, it equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions, avoid unnecessary effort, and take the right next step—whether that means formal registration, subcontractor onboarding, certification alignment, or targeted guidance through additional training or local support resources. By the end of this course, you’ll understand how vendor activation, visibility, and engagement work together to position your business for opportunity, recognition, and payment—without wasting time on registrations that don’t fit your strategy. Target Audience: Business owners, BD, marketing and sales personnel, and anyone responsible for vendor registrations.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Veronica Doga, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6253
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79970

SBA: Money Smart ~ Recordkeeping - As a Managerial Tool
2026-02-18 11:30 - 12:30
Boost your business success! Learn practical recordkeeping skills and tools to make smarter decisions and streamline your small business operations.
This session provides a practical overview of recordkeeping, demonstrating how effective recordkeeping can drive better decision-making and long-term business success.
• Understanding the concept of recordkeeping and its importance for small businesses
• Identifying essential recordkeeping practices, rules, and tools available to small businesses
• Learning how these recordkeeping methods and tools function in everyday operations
• Discovering the key benefits that effective recordkeeping brings to small businesses
• Grasping the basics of recordkeeping tailored to small business needs
• Exploring software solutions designed to simplify small business recordkeeping
Register

SBA: Money Smart ~ Recordkeeping - As a Managerial Tool
2026-02-18 11:30 - 12:30
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CST
SBA: Money Smart ~ Recordkeeping – As a Managerial Tool
Description: Boost your business success! Learn practical recordkeeping skills and tools to make smarter decisions and streamline your small business operations. This session provides a practical overview of recordkeeping, demonstrating how effective recordkeeping can drive better decision-making and long-term business success.

Understanding the concept of recordkeeping and its importance for small businesses
Identifying essential recordkeeping practices, rules, and tools available to small businesses
Learning how these recordkeeping methods and tools function in everyday operations
Discovering the key benefits that effective recordkeeping brings to small businesses
Grasping the basics of recordkeeping tailored to small business needs
Exploring software solutions designed to simplify small business recordkeeping

Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Jo Eckert, Jo.Eckert@sba.gov 402-221-7200
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78132

GROW Nebraska: Leverage LinkedIn and Video for 2026 Growth
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST
GROW Nebraska: Leverage LinkedIn and Video for 2026 Growth
Description: As we head into 2026, LinkedIn and video are no longer optional—they’re essential tools for visibility, credibility, and growth. With the introduction of a video-first feed and new video features, LinkedIn is actively rewarding creators who understand how to show up strategically. In this practical, insight-packed session, you’ll learn how LinkedIn currently prioritizes content and exactly where video fits into that ecosystem. We’ll break down five proven content pillars, walk through current best practices, and show you what’s actually working on LinkedIn right now—not outdated theory. You’ll see real-world video examples, learn the biggest do’s and don’ts, and discover how small changes—especially in the first few seconds of a video—can dramatically impact engagement and watch time. Whether you’re brand new to video or looking to improve results, you’ll leave with clear, actionable steps you can implement immediately. By the end of this webinar, you will:

Understand how LinkedIn is prioritizing video content in 2026, including the impact of the new video-only feed
Identify which LinkedIn content formats to focus on for maximum visibility and engagement
Learn current video best practices and the top do’s and don’ts that affect reach and retention
See real examples of successful LinkedIn videos and why they perform well
Walk away with actionable next steps, including one video best practice you can apply immediately

Can’t attend? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording!
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Tonja or Cammie, info@grownebraska.org 308-338-3520
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/79976

SCORE: From Marketing Plan to Action ~ Choosing Which Activities to Prioritize
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:30
Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST
SCORE: From Marketing Plan to Action ~ Choosing Which Activities to Prioritize
Description: Most small businesses already know what a marketing plan is. The real challenge is deciding what to do next and what to stop doing. This session is designed to help bridge the gap between planning and execution so you can focus on what works and avoid wasting time on what doesn’t. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to simplify, prioritize and activate your marketing plan using a practical decision framework grounded in behavioral economics and neuroscience. You’ll discover how to choose the right marketing channels, messaging and activities based on how your customers think, decide and move through the buying journey, so you can make confident choices instead of guessing. Learning objectives:

How to select a small number of high-impact marketing activities
How to map those activities into a realistic marketing calendar
How to forecast effort and results before committing time and money
How to measure what’s working (and what isn’t) without drowning in data

By the end of this webinar, you’ll leave with a clear framework for making confident marketing decisions and turning strategy into sustained action.
Cost: $15.00
Location: Online
Questions contact: SCORE, 800-634-0245
Registration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/80026
