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Know of a small business or U.S. manufacturer that would be perfect for Open Call? Applications for Open Call 2024 are now open and will close July 15, 2024.

Open Call is the largest sourcing event for Walmart and Sam’s Club where selected American entrepreneurs pitch their product to a Walmart and/or Sam’s Club merchant for the chance to get their product on shelves and online. To be considered, products must be made, grown, or assembled in the United States.

In 2021, Walmart announced a 10-year, $350 billion investment in the future of U.S. Manufacturing that will support more than 750,000 new jobs. Open Call is central to that commitment and during last year’s event alone, Walmart and Sam’s Club merchants heard over 1,000 pitches from more than 700 businesses across all 50 states.

 

Important Dates:

July 15: Application period closes

Aug. 20: Entrepreneurs are notified if they are selected to pitch

Sept. 24-25: Open Call Event in Bentonville, Arkansas

 

Please share this information with small/medium businesses or U.S. manufacturers who might be interested in seeing their products on Walmart or Sam’s Club shelves or on Walmart.com!

Please see below for two official announcements from the Department of Business and Industry, Office of Labor Commissioner regarding minimum wages here in the state of Nevada.

Minimum Wage Bulletin 2024

OT Bulletin 2024

We are excited to share information about an upcoming event that could be incredibly beneficial for your business! The Access to Capital event is taking place on June 1, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 01:00 PM at the CSN – North Las Vegas Campus, and it’s free to attend.

This event is designed to connect you with investors, lenders, and resource partners who can help fuel your business growth. You will have the opportunity to participate in an access to resource panel, where experts will discuss the various resources available to support your business. The breakout sessions will cover essential topics such as access to investors, grants, and lenders, providing a comprehensive overview of the different financing options. You’ll also gain valuable insights from our grants panel and learn strategies to boost your sales through our access to revenue workshop.  To top it off, the event offers one-on-one meetings with financial experts, giving you personalized advice and guidance tailored to your business needs.

Event Details:

• Date: June 1, 2024
• Time: 8:00 AM – 01:00 PM
• Location: CSN – North Las Vegas Campus, Tyrone Thompson Student Union, 3200 E Cheyenne Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV 89030
• Registration Link: https://bit.ly/CAPITAL2024

Agenda:

• 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Networking
• 8:30 AM: Access to Resource Panel
• 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Breakout Sessions (Access to Investors Panel, Access to Grants Panel, Access to Lenders Panel)
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Access to Revenue Workshop
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: One-on-One Meetings

We believe this event can provide you with the resources and connections necessary to take your business to the next level. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Fiesta 98.1 FM has just been recognized by the US Small Business Administration at this year’s SBA Award Luncheon held on May 2, 2024 at IPEC Las Vegas. As the only Hispanic owned radio station in Nevada, Fiesta 98.1 received the SBA’s Microenterprise Small Business of the Year Award. Founding Managing Partners, Rafael Cerros Jr and Rogelio Regalado were on hand to accept the award.

Please read the full article here.

Unlock your startup’s potential with our Free Capital Readiness Start-Up Business Bootcamp! Dive into an 8-week, expert-led journey that not only shapes your business vision with the Business Model Canvas but also opens the door to funding opportunities for obtaining your business license. This no-cost bootcamp is your ticket to transforming ideas into action.

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Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for small business owners! Whether you’re thinking of launching a new venture or currently operating a business, please join us to make new connections and access FREE resources.

Walk-ins welcome, but pre-registration is encouraged.

Reserve a spot now

The Inaugural CSN Blackstone LaunchPad Side Hustle Expo took place on Thursday, March 28th from 3PM – 5PM at the CSN North Las Vegas campus. The event, which was held in the June Whitley Student Lounge, offered a platform for our amazing students to showcase their talents and side businesses.

With students using tri-fold boards provided by Blackstone LaunchPad to present their ventures, the atmosphere of the Expo resembled that of a dynamic science fair, filled with creativity and the entrepreneurial spirit. Those in attendance said they were impressed by the diversity and ingenuity on display.

“The CSN Blackstone LaunchPad Side Hustle Expo was a resounding success,” said Eric Garner, Director, CSN Small Business & Entrepreneurship Development. “Our goal was to give students the opportunity to share their visions and dreams and it was evident these young entrepreneurs were really excited to be there”.

Organizers of the Side Hustle Expo said this event was not just about showcasing businesses, but also fostering a supportive community for student entrepreneurs. Attendees had the opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and gain valuable insights from industry professionals.

The first-place winner was CSN Sophomore, Salvador Duer, who launched his landscaping business, Duer Does it Green, 4 years ago.

“I was ecstatic when I found out I won,” said Duer. “I wasn’t expecting it but this win has boosted my confidence to keep going after my dream of running my business full-time. My advice for other young business owners is to go after your passion. I see myself now starting a movement for eco-conscious lawn care which I think is very important here in Nevada”.

The second-place winner was Alyssa Daniel with her crochet business, Arttzyee.

CSN Business student Charity Logan was among the student entrepreneurs who took part in the Side Hustle Expo. She showcased her current side business, Haunted Confections, a baked goods decorating business with a “Halloween” twist.

“I have always been passionate about sweet treats and also horror-themed things,” said Logan. “This side business is a way I get to be creative and hopefully earn some extra money as well. I was excited to take part in this expo because it will allow me to learn how to network and share the story of my business with the community”.

In all, close to 40 student entrepreneurs took part in the event, and over 100 people attended. The top winners received more than $4,000 in prizes, which included cash and Macbooks.

Photos from the event can be found online here.

SCORE Las Vegas is pleased to present a Small Business Funding panel designed to answer questions for those in business and those looking to start a business. Panelists include representatives from traditional and alternative funding sources. Each panelist will provide a short overview about their funding organizations in terms of what they look for when meeting with potential clients and what is required to secure access to capital.

We will then open the workshop up to the audience to ask questions of the panelists.  Each panelist will provide some thoughts on today’s financing environment and then time will be made available to have your own questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Please register here

The Nevada Independent en Español, the Spanish branch of the nonpartisan, nonprofit news and opinion website, The Nevada Independent, featured NV Grow in their podcast: Cafecito Nevada. With the goal to disseminate information and resources to the ever growing Latino community of Nevada, hosts Luz Gray and Michelle Rindels interviewed NV Grow’s Spanish representative and PR and Marketing consultant, Idania Ramirez. 

 

In Nevada, more than 30% of the population is Hispanic, according to the data from the U.S. Census Bureau, many of whom are also business owners. In fact, more than 18% of all businesses in Nevada are Hispanic owned, a larger number compared to the average 6.5% of Hispanic-owned businesses in the country. That is more than 50,000 Hispanic owned businesses in Nevada, many of whom are in need of resources to help their businesses grow and are now aware of the services NV Grow offers thanks to the podcast episode: Nevada y Un Programa Para Pequeños Negocios on Cafecito Nevada.  

 

In the Spanish interview, that can be listened to on Spotify here, Idania Ramirez explained the resources NV Grow provides which includes business consulting, website services, marketing and PR services, financial guidance and much more. With lack of access and knowledge of assistance programs serving as the main barrier for business growth in the Hispanic population in Nevada, fear in looking for resources due to immigration status also serves as a major contributing factor as to why Hispanic businesses may not look for or know of resources like NV Grow. Nevertheless, there are opportunities for immigrants to also receive assistance, of which was explained in the podcast interview. 

 

With success in helping many Latin businesses in Nevada grow, like Filoso, Milpa, Fiesta 98.1, Mylofleur, Luis’ Cocina and many more, NV Grow continues to help increase economic development in the state by providing paid for services, guidance and networking opportunities not only to Hispanic businesses in the state, but also to women-owned business, veteran owned business and other minority owned businesses. 

 

With a recurring message shared in the podcast episode of, “We are here to help. There are many resources that can help your business grow. Don’t be afraid. Please reach out,” the Spanish episode involves more information that can be beneficial for you or your loved one.

 

To listen to the entire podcast episode, visit the link below:

 

Nevada y Un Programa Para Pequeños Negocios on Cafecito Nevada.