Start-Up & Operations   

Gain the skills you need to run your business with confidence and make informed decisions. In this workshop, you will learn how to read and understand key financial reports such as profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. You will explore pricing strategies, profitability, and how to manage cash flow throughout the year. You will also learn how to build simple systems for managing clients, invoicing, and payments. Through practical exercises, you will develop tools to track performance, identify issues early, and make smarter decisions as your business grows.

Gain the skills you need to run your business with confidence and make informed decisions. In this workshop, you will learn how to read and understand key financial reports such as profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. You will explore pricing strategies, profitability, and how to manage cash flow throughout the year. You will also learn how to build simple systems for managing clients, invoicing, and payments. Through practical exercises, you will develop tools to track performance, identify issues early, and make smarter decisions as your business grows.

Set your business up for success by building strong organizational systems from the start. In this workshop, you will learn how to create simple processes to manage your finances, track income and expenses, and maintain accurate records. You will explore bookkeeping basics, digital file organization, and how to keep your business audit-ready. You will also learn how to set up a chart of accounts, manage receipts, and create a monthly bookkeeping routine. Through hands-on activities, you will begin building your own systems so you can stay organized, reduce stress, and focus on growing your business.

Take the first step toward launching your business with confidence. In this workshop, you will learn how to turn your idea into a legally registered business in Wisconsin. You will identify your target customer, define your value proposition, and explore pricing basics. You will also compare business structures such as sole proprietorship, LLC, and corporation to determine what best fits your goals. Step-by-step, you will walk through registering your business, obtaining licenses and permits, and understanding startup financial considerations. You will leave with a clear action plan and the next steps to get your business up and running.

How to get to market quickly with low cost, and start selling through your own online store? This fast-paced workshop provides information about how to start an eCommerce store and tactics to gain first and repeat customers. This class focuses on sales and distribution, not product development, supply chain or manufacturing.

Build a clear understanding of your tax responsibilities and avoid costly mistakes. In this workshop, you will learn how federal and Wisconsin taxes apply to your business, including income tax, sales tax, and self-employment tax. You will explore what expenses are deductible, how to track them properly, and how to prepare for quarterly estimated tax payments. You will also learn how to stay compliant, maintain accurate records, and avoid common tax pitfalls. You will leave with practical tools and greater confidence to manage your business taxes effectively throughout the year.