Skagit Economic Development Offers Free Business Classes in January

By James McCafferty, Business Advisor – Economic Development Association of Skagit County

The Economic Development Association (EDA) has planned a wonderful set of educational sessions for the New Year and hope to see you soon. Remember, we now are able to stream our content live to you wherever the internet goes.  Be sure to schedule you and your business for the gift of success. Our on-line registration system is back on-line, register on the web or by calling us at 360-336-6114.  Please register at least 24 hours before the workshop – but today would be even better!

1/8 – Planning and Financing a Business.  A three and a half hour odyssey of what it takes to start and maintain a high performing business.  From financing to business plans this is a must do for anyone who has recently started or is considering to launch a business.  FREE! 1:00pm – 4:30pm.  Refreshments provided.

1/10 – Twenty Things Every Business Owner Should Know.  Survey says!  The experts have been polled, the data is in…  what should you, the business owner, absolutely know about to steer your business in the right direction   $10 member or streaming, $20 non-members.  Noon – 1:30pm.    Lunch provided.

1/11 – SBA Business Forum.  Join in a discussion with SBA staff concerning loans and other programs designed to help your business.  This is a great opportunity to discuss your needs with the SBA and understand what tools and resources may be available to you.  FREE!  10:00am – 11:30am.  Refreshments provided.

1/24 – Writing for the Web.  You need a website, you may be using Facebook, twitter or some other trendy platform.  But are your words being read the way you intend them?  Join with a writing star professional to learn key things to make your on-screen writing perform.  $10 member or streaming, $20 non-members.  Noon – 1:30pm.    Lunch provided.

Looking for assistance with your business?  Our team offers one-on-one sessions to help you answer questions, identify resources and more.  Sessions are available in-person and on-line!  Give us a call to schedule a meeting and see what we can do for you.

Contacts: 360-336-6114 Office, 360-542-4024 Direct

EDASC creates and enhances jobs!  All of our 500+ members help make the services we offer possible through their annual membership dues, attending our events, and sponsoring our programs.  On behalf of our community- Thank you!  For information on programs and membership click on www.Skagit.org.