Tuesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m at Islanders Bank in Friday Harbor
— from the San Juan County Economic Development Council —
Gaining control over finances is one of the most important skills to learn as a business owner or an individual. The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE two-hour workshop entitled “Finance 101” on San Juan Island, on Tuesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
The workshop course material will be presented by Carrie Brooks, Assistant Vice-President and Loan Officer at Islanders Bank.
Ms. Brooks will cover the basics of financial literacy, covering a variety of topics including: setting priorities, understanding credit, budgeting, understanding personal investing, and the basics of banking.
Whether you’re starting from scratch, in debt, or just looking for a refresher on the basics, this course is a must-do. Participants in the workshop will leave with the knowledge they need to take control over their finances.
Details: Tuesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m. at Islanders Bank’s community room (in the corporate offices of Islanders Bank). Advance registration is required; please call 360-378-2906 to reserve your space, or email: info@sanjuansedc.org.
The EDC thanks Islanders Bank, San Juan County government, the Town of Friday Harbor, the Port of Friday Harbor and the Port of Lopez for supporting our Business Education Series.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council’s Business Education Series was created by the EDC in response to concerns from local business owners and overall increased demand from new businesses. This series will present a variety of business topics designed for both those opening a new business or those wanting to take their business to the next level.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community. The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.
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