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There is a Kirkwood Public Library red and white logo, an SBDC logo, a St. Louis Economic Development Partnership logo and SBA logo at the bottom. There is this text in white, "The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Colleen Mulvihill at cmulvihill@stlpartnership.com or 314-615-7694."

Brainstorm Your Business with the SBDC

Got a business idea? Or need help sparking one? Join us for an engaging brainstorming session designed to get your creative ideas flowing! You’ll actively explore potential business ventures and take part in fun, hands-on activities to shape your next big idea. Plus, pick up helpful startup tips from the…
A black background with bright pinks and blues and yellows exploding on the page. There are 4 logos at the top, one for Kirkwood Public Library, one for the Small Business Development Center, one for the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, and one for the Small Business Administration. Underneath the logos are the words, "In Person & Online. Design a Winning Sales Process." Design a winning sales process is in bright pink. Below that are two firework graphics, one in yellow and another in pink. Next to those two graphics are the words "with the SBDC" and "and Kirkwood Public Library." To the left of those words is a graphic of a stairstep image in white with black letters on each step that spell S, A, L, E, S (Sales) with an arrow going up each step. Along the bottom is a purple banner and in that purple banner in white text are the words, "Wednesday, 16 July at 12PM." At the bottom there is a Small Business Administration logo and next to it in small print it reads, "The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Colleen Mulvihill at cmulvihill@stlpartnership.com or 314-615-7694."

Design a Winning Sales Process Presented by the SBDC

This course is designed for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to create an effective sales model to drive growth and profitability.  We’ll cover fundamental concepts and practical strategies for developing, implementing and optimizing a sales process tailored to your unique products, services, and culture. Intro to Sales…
Blue background with the Kirkwood Public Library logo, the SBDC, St. Louis Development Partnership, and SBA logos at the top. There are colorful shapes all over. In Yellow writing it says, "Unlock your business vision." Below in white print it says, "Crafting a Concise One-Page Plan Presented by the SBDC" and then offset to the right in white it says, "Wed, June 11th at 1:00PM. kplmo.org/events." At the bottom is an SBA logo with white text that reads, "The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Colleen Mulvihill at cmulvihill@stlpartnership.com or 314-615-7694."

Unlock Your Business Vision: Crafting a Concise One-Page Plan Presented by the SBDC

Are you ready to turn your business idea into an actionable plan? Join us for a hands-on workshop and learn how to create a powerful one-page business plan Why a One-Page Plan? Simplicity: Easy to understand and share. Focus: Highlights core aspects, preventing overwhelm. Flexibility: Adaptable as your business evolves….
A gavel sits on a desk with books behind it and a justice scale. Text to the left on a cream box reads, "Thurs July 24th. Virtual 5PM - 7PM." Text to the right Reads on a cream colored box, "Meet with a Lawyer Virtual Session. Get Your Legal ?s Answered. One-on-One Sessions | 30 Minutes Each Visit kplmo.org/events for more details" There is a red logo in the upper left hand corner that reads "Kirkwood Public LIbrary. Discover More"

Virtual Legal Clinic for Small Businesses

If you’re just starting out in the business or nonprofit world and have questions for a lawyer, we’re hosting a legal clinic! Available by appointment, this virtual event will take place on zoom where you’ll meet one-on-one with a lawyer in a 30 minute session. Registration is required in order…
A yellow background with an image of a mixed-race and mixed gender team of 5 people pointing and looking at information over a desk. They are casually dressed. The text says, "Market Your Business like an ad agency* *On a small business budget." Below the text is a blue box with "Wednesday June 4th at 12PM." the text is green. Underneath that box is white text that reads, "kplmo.org/events"

Market Your Business Like an Ad Agency

Find out how to use FREE tools and resources that will enable you to make smart marketing and advertising decisions for your business. You’ll learn how to use library data resources like Simply Analytics, Statista, and other readily available sources to grow your business.  Register below. Registration is recommended to…
A navy blue background. At the top in White text is says, "Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for your New Business." Next to the text is a picture of the expert in a pink suit with pink hair. She has long hair and is smiling. It says, "with Mary Scott" under the photo. Beneath the title text in white and smaller print it says, "We Talk Business on Wednesdays." There are four light blue boxes beneath. Each box has white text and reads, "May 28th 12PM - 1PM" "June 25th 12PM - 1PM" "July 30th 12PM - 1PM" "August 27th 12PM - 1PM." Next to the blue boxes is a picture of three people working together. One has a gray long sleeve shirt on and short brown hair, another has a striped shirt on and brown hair, and a third is in a suit with long blond hair. At the bottom it says, "Register for the Zoom Link. kplmo.org/events." There is a Red and white Kirkwood Public Library logo in the bottom left-hand corner.

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business

Are you launching a startup or just getting your small business off the ground? Join us for Virtual Startup Office Hours, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask your burning questions and get expert guidance from a seasoned startup professional. This interactive Q&A session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs looking…
A navy blue background. At the top in White text is says, "Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for your New Business." Next to the text is a picture of the expert in a pink suit with pink hair. She has long hair and is smiling. It says, "with Mary Scott" under the photo. Beneath the title text in white and smaller print it says, "We Talk Business on Wednesdays." There are four light blue boxes beneath. Each box has white text and reads, "May 28th 12PM - 1PM" "June 25th 12PM - 1PM" "July 30th 12PM - 1PM" "August 27th 12PM - 1PM." Next to the blue boxes is a picture of three people working together. One has a gray long sleeve shirt on and short brown hair, another has a striped shirt on and brown hair, and a third is in a suit with long blond hair. At the bottom it says, "Register for the Zoom Link. kplmo.org/events." There is a Red and white Kirkwood Public Library logo in the bottom left-hand corner.

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business

Are you launching a startup or just getting your small business off the ground? Join us for Virtual Startup Office Hours, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask your burning questions and get expert guidance from a seasoned startup professional. This interactive Q&A session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs looking…
A navy blue background. At the top in White text is says, "Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for your New Business." Next to the text is a picture of the expert in a pink suit with pink hair. She has long hair and is smiling. It says, "with Mary Scott" under the photo. Beneath the title text in white and smaller print it says, "We Talk Business on Wednesdays." There are four light blue boxes beneath. Each box has white text and reads, "May 28th 12PM - 1PM" "June 25th 12PM - 1PM" "July 30th 12PM - 1PM" "August 27th 12PM - 1PM." Next to the blue boxes is a picture of three people working together. One has a gray long sleeve shirt on and short brown hair, another has a striped shirt on and brown hair, and a third is in a suit with long blond hair. At the bottom it says, "Register for the Zoom Link. kplmo.org/events." There is a Red and white Kirkwood Public Library logo in the bottom left-hand corner.

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business

Are you launching a startup or just getting your small business off the ground? Join us for Virtual Startup Office Hours, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask your burning questions and get expert guidance from a seasoned startup professional. This interactive Q&A session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs looking…
A blue gradient background with hexagonal shapes. The words "Digital Marketing" in all white with the word "series" written in yellow beneath it. A series of three yellow bubbles with the dates written next to them in purple read, "May 1st. The Digital Journey: Simple Strategies for Business Growth." "June 5th. SEO and Paid Ads Toolkit: Building your Business Digitally." and "July 31st. Implementing AI: Cultivating SEO and Harvesting Business Growth." Below the bubbles is text in white, "All events start at 6:30PM, for more info: kplmo.org/events." A black and red Kirkwood Public Library logo is in the upper right hand corner. Beneath it is an image in a hexagon shape of people sitting around a digital marketing planning board. In the lower lefthand corner of the hexagon image is a picture of the presenter. A smiling man with a brown beard and goatee in a tan button up shirt. He is on a black background. Next to his image it says, "Presented by Tim Valli" in black text.

Implementing AI: Cultivating SEO and Harvesting Business Growth w/ Tim Valli

AI is changing the landscape of how businesses grow and operate. Learn how to implement AI to enhance SEO, streamline processes, and create sustainable business growth.  Register below. Registration is recommended to keep up with any changes, but is required if you want the Zoom link.
A blue gradient background with hexagonal shapes. The words "Digital Marketing" in all white with the word "series" written in yellow beneath it. A series of three yellow bubbles with the dates written next to them in purple read, "May 1st. The Digital Journey: Simple Strategies for Business Growth." "June 5th. SEO and Paid Ads Toolkit: Building your Business Digitally." and "July 31st. Implementing AI: Cultivating SEO and Harvesting Business Growth." Below the bubbles is text in white, "All events start at 6:30PM, for more info: kplmo.org/events." A black and red Kirkwood Public Library logo is in the upper right hand corner. Beneath it is an image in a hexagon shape of people sitting around a digital marketing planning board. In the lower lefthand corner of the hexagon image is a picture of the presenter. A smiling man with a brown beard and goatee in a tan button up shirt. He is on a black background. Next to his image it says, "Presented by Tim Valli" in black text.

SEO and Paid Ads Toolkit: Building your Business Digitally w/ Tim Valli

Building a business is hard enough – your digital shouldn’t add to the struggle. We’ll go through our SEO and Paid Ads toolkit to lay a strong digital foundation for your business.  Register below. Registration is recommended to keep up with any changes, but is required if you want the…
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