Core Business Mastery - Week One - Building a Solid Foundation
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN THIS WORKSHOP?
Setting clear business goals, time management, ensuring consistent delivery of products/services, and understanding financial statements.

2024-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
Identifying target markets, developing marketing strategies, and implementing effective sales techniques.

Eli Milan - Voice of the Unsung Concert
2024-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Winchester Theatre, 3130 S McLeod Dr, Las Vegas, NV, 89121, United States
Experience a journey from heartache to hope through Eli’s signature blend of acoustic pop, indie vibes, and heartfelt lyrics in this intimate and powerful show.

Small business owners & entrepreneurs looking to be capital ready!
2024-11-12 17:30 - 19:30 | CSN, North Las Vegas Campus inside the Tyrone Thompson Student Union, 3200 E Cheyenne Ave, North Las Vegas, NV, 89030, United States
Mark your calendar for a special event to meet with lenders from Senator Dina Neal’s $30 million Small Business Impact Fund.

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 1
2024-12-19 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 1: Federal Taxes and Your New Business
· Employer Identification Number
· Recordkeeping
· Bookkeeping systems
· Accounting Methods
· Types of Business Structures
· Sole Proprietorship
· Partnership
· Corporation
· S Corporation
· Limited Liability Company
· Sharing or Gig Economy
· Choosing a paid preparer
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019099

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 2
2025-01-09 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 2: Schedule C and other small business taxes
· Qualified Business Income (Section 199A) Deduction
· Completing Schedule C Part 1
· Gross Receipts and Returns & Allowances
· Cost of goods sold
· Gross Profit and Gross Income
· Bartering
· Completing Schedule C Part II
· Car and Truck Expense
· Depreciation
· Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 – Changes to Expensing and Depreciation
· Legal and Professional Services and Office Expenses
· Supplies
· Travel, Meals, and Entertainment
· Net Profit or Loss
· Possible Deductions on Form 1040
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019100

Basics of Starting A Business
2025-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Boldly Business, 308 N Curry St 101, Carson, NV, 89701, United States
In this session you will learn what it takes to start a business. At the end of this FREE 2-hour session you will be in a better position to decide whether to proceed immediately, delay starting your business or not start the business. We will discuss:
• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business
• Business Opportunities
• Business Plans
• Financing Your Business
• Marketing
• Types of Business Organizations
• Setting Up Your Business

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 3
2025-01-16 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 3: Filing and Paying Taxes Electronically
· Sole Proprietor
· Partnership
· Corporation
· Charity or Non-profit
· Do you pay your taxes electronically?
· Benefits of Paying Electronically
· Electronic Funds Withdrawal
· Electronic Filing Tax Payment System (EFTPS) and EFTPS Payment Methods
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019101

Women's Networking Event
2025-01-17 08:30 - 11:00 | Nevada Department of Business & Industry, 3300 West Sahara Avenue Suite 425, Las Vegas, NV, 89102, United States
Please join Las Vegas’ small businesswomen’s networking group. Connect with female entrepreneurs for an informative educational and networking event. Meet with other women small business owners and aspiring small business owners to share your thoughts, ideas and plans. January’s event will feature professional trainer Mary Maich who will share an effective, easy to implement process for setting priorities for your life so you can focus on what’s most important to you.

Tech Alley Las Vegas - January 2025
2025-01-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Taverna Costera, 1031 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Calling all entrepreneurs, technologists, and startup enthusiasts in the Vegas area! Tech Alley is making knowledge sharing simple by hosting monthly events that bring the tech and startup community together for a full day of networking, meetups, and engaging the Vegas ecosystem. It is the biggest and best tech and startup event in Las Vegas!

How it works:

Think of Tech Alley as the meetup of meetups. Tech Alley secures venue space and invites local technology, entrepreneur, and investor meetups to share knowledge with the community. That way, you don’t need to travel around town jumping from event to event.

With up to 15 meetups scheduled throughout the day, and an average of 150 attendees, you never know who you’ll meet!

The events are free (including the food), inclusive (all are welcome), interactive, and held on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
See upcoming events for agenda, meetup information, and updates. Together, we’ll build the Vegas startup community!!

Starting a Nonprofit: Essential Insights for Aspiring Founders
2025-01-23 09:00 - 22:30
Join us for an enlightening exploration of the nonprofit landscape in our 90-minute workshop developed specifically for aspiring nonprofit founders. During the workshop, we’ll demystify the complexities of establishing a nonprofit organization and guide you through critical considerations for your success. Whether you’re contemplating the launch of a 501(c)(3) public charity or simply curious about the differences between various entity types, this workshop offers invaluable knowledge.

Topics include the differences between nonprofit public charities and other for-profit business models, unique roles and responsibilities of private foundations versus public charities, operational and strategic differences between international, national, and local public charities, insights into the key state and federal regulations that govern nonprofit public charities, along with the pros and cons of starting one and practical advice on your next steps towards establishing a successful nonprofit public charity.

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 4
2025-01-23 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 4: Business Use of Your Home
· Simplified Home Office Deduction
· Qualifying for business use of the home deduction – Exclusive Use Test
· Test Your Knowledge – Exclusive Use Test
· Test Your Knowledge – Exclusive Use Test
· Regular Use Test
· Test Your Knowledge – Regular Use Test
· Principal Place of Business Test
· Activities that don’t disqualify your home office
· Test Your Knowledge – Principal place of business test
· Meeting Place for Customers Test
· Test Your Knowledge – Meeting Place for Customers Test
· Separate Structure Test
· Test Your Knowledge – Separate Structure Test
· Deduction limits
· Types of expenses
· Expenses related to the business activity in the home
· Business Use of the Home Expenses
· Deductible expenses
· Deduction limits – Gross Income
· Example – Determining the home office deduction
· What you can’t do
· Selling your home when you used it for business
· Illegal Tax Avoidance Schemes
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019102

Business Workshop with Chase Business Banking
2025-01-28 14:00 - 15:30 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
Business Workshop: Thinking like an entrepreneur, Establishing a foundation for business growth, Developing agility and resilience, Putting people first.Please visit the link below to register.
https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019108

Point of Contact: Gabriel Interrante
Gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 5
2025-01-30 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 5: Federal Taxes When Hiring Employees or Independent Contractors
· Employment Taxes
· Worker classification – Employee or Independent Contractor
· Behavioral Control
· Financial Control
· Relationship with worker
· Determining worker status
· Employer responsibilities if you have employees
· Determining eligibility of employees to work legally in the U.S.
· Form W-4
· Verification of employee SSNs
· Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement
· Ensuring new employees provide correct information
· Document the steps you take
· Issuing Forms W-2
· Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
· Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
· Independent Contractors/Filing Proper Forms
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019103

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 6
2025-02-06 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 6: Managing Payroll to Withhold the Correct Amount of Taxes
· Wages and Calculating Payroll
· Calculating Payroll
· Calculating Payroll: Tips
· Allocated Tips
· Tip Rate and Education Program
· Calculating Payroll: Non-Profits
· Calculating Payroll: Farm workers
· Calculating Withholding
· Calculating Withholding: Wage Bracket Method
· Calculating Withholding: Percentage Method
· Other Withholding – Social Security, Medicare, and Additional Medicare Taxes
· Additional Medicare Tax Withholding
· Taxes on Employee Tips
· Tax on Employee Tips – Withholding
· Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA)
· FUTA Tax – Household Workers
· Calculating FUTA Tax
· FUTA Tax Example
· Employer’s Federal Unemployment Tax Return
· FUTA Tax- Farm Workers
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019104

Media Training - February 2025
2025-02-13 10:00 - 12:00 | CSN North Las Vegas Campus, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV, 89030, United States
WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN THIS WORKSHOP?

UNDERSTANDING THE MEDIA
ON-CAMERA/PERFORMANCE COACHING
RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
MOCK INTERVIEWS
HANDLING CRISIS & TOUGH QUESTIONS BY REPORTERS
ON-AIR STYLING & WARDROBE TIPS

Registration Link: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019107
Contact Person: Gabriel Interrante
Contact Person Email: Gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 7
2025-02-13 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 7: Tax Deposits and Filing a Return to Report Payroll Taxes
· Making tax deposits
· Deposit Due Dates
· Determining Deposit Schedule – Using Lookback Period
· Monthly Depositor
· Semiweekly Depositor
· $100K Next-Day Deposit Rule
· Late Deposit Penalties
· Electronic fund transfer for federal tax deposits
· Reporting Payroll Taxes
· Completing Form 941
· Wage Base
· Penalties and Interest
· Benefits of e-file
· Outsourcing Payroll Duties
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019105

Federal Tax Essentials with the IRS - Lesson 8
2025-02-20 15:00 - 16:30
Lesson 8: Hiring People who Live in the U.S. who Aren’t Citizens
· Determining a worker’s tax status
· Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
· Work Eligibility
· Resident Alien
· Nonresident Alien
· Calculating withholding
· Exception to General Rules for Withholding
· Employment taxes
· Nonresident alien independent contractors
· Filing employment tax returns
Register here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019106

Power of Capital with Chase Business Banking
2025-02-25 14:00 - 15:30 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
Power of Capital: Think strategically about cash flow. Does your business need to borrow? What financial data is important? SBA loan programs.
Register Here:
https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019109
Point of Contact: Gabriel Interrante
Gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

Building Bridges: IRS Multilingual Working Together Initiative
2025-03-05 10:00 - 12:00
We are excited to invite you to the Building Bridges: IRS Multilingual Working Together Initiative meeting, an event dedicated to fostering collaboration and addressing the unique needs of multilingual taxpayers.
Event Details:
📍 Location: Minority Business Development Agency Business Center
🗓 Date: March 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
Agenda Highlights:

Updates from the IRS: Key information on the 2025 Tax Filing season.
Introduction of Taxpayer Advocate Services: Learn about resources and support for taxpayers.
Introduction of Stakeholder Partnerships, Education, and Communication: Overview of programs like VITA and TCE.
Community Feedback: Share your insights and concerns regarding multilingual taxpayers.
Collaborative Initiatives: Discuss solutions to common challenges.
Training and Resource Sharing: Explore tools and resources available to help your community.

Your voice is vital in helping the IRS better serve multilingual taxpayers. We hope you can join us to share your input and collaborate on innovative solutions to tax-related challenges.

Windows of Opportunity with Chase Business Banking
2025-03-25 14:00 - 15:30 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
Windows of Opportunity: What is supplier diversity? How to navigate government contracting? How to access corporate supplier diversity programs? Working toward certification? Making the most of your certification.
Register Here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019110
Point of Contact: Gabriel Interrante
Gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

Media Training - April 2025
2025-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN THIS WORKSHOP?

UNDERSTANDING THE MEDIA
ON-CAMERA/PERFORMANCE COACHING
RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
MOCK INTERVIEWS
HANDLING CRISIS & TOUGH QUESTIONS BY REPORTERS
ON-AIR STYLING & WARDROBE TIPS

Registration Link: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019113
Contact Person: Gabriel Interrante
Contact Person Email: Gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

AI Pitch Competition
2025-04-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Black Fire Innovation
REGISTER NOW: https://nevadasbdc.org/event/ai-pitch-competition
Pitch Your AI Innovation & Win Up to $35K in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Funding
Sponsored by AWS & PREDICTif Solutions | Hosted by SBDC Nevada
The Nevada Small Business Development Center (SBDC), in partnership with AWS and PREDICTif Solutions, invites small businesses to compete in an exclusive AI Pitch Competition on April 16, 2025, in Las Vegas.
This is your opportunity to showcase your AI vision in front of AWS leaders and industry experts, with a chance to win up to $35K in AWS partner funding to bring your project to life.
What’s at Stake?

Total funding of up to $35K to fuel your AI project

How It Works

Apply to Pitch– Up to 10 businesses will be selected. After submitting your RSVP, you’ll receive a confirmation if your application is chosen.
Public Pitch Format– Each company will pitch on stage in front of a live audience and expert panel. Each pitch will be 10 minutes, followed by a brief Q&A. Visual aids like PowerPoint may be used to support the presentation.
AI Use Case Requirement– Applicants must submit a 300-500 word synopsis outlining how they propose to use AI in their business. The more detailed and strategic, the better your chances of being selected.
Networking Opportunity– After the competition, engage with AWS and PREDICTif Solutions leaders to explore AI-driven business opportunities.

Who Should Apply?
This competition is ideal for small businesses that:

Are integrating AI-driven innovationinto their operations.
Need funding, resources, and expert supportto scale their AI vision.
Want to connect with AI and AWS industry leadersto refine and implement AI strategies.

Why Participate?

Secure funding & expert guidanceto implement AI in your business.
Exclusive opportunity to pitch directly to AWS & AI leaders.
Gain tailored feedback, high-value pitch setting.
Network with AWS and PREDICTif experts to explore AI-powered business growth.

About the Hosts & Sponsors

AWS(Amazon Web Services) is a global leader in cloud computing and AI innovation.
PREDICTif Solutionsis an AWS Advanced Tier Partner with 17+ years of experience in AI/ML, Generative AI, Data Analytics, and AWS cloud solutions.
Nevada SBDCprovides expert business guidance, training, and resources to help small businesses start, grow, and thrive.

How to Apply
Submit your RSVP through the form on this page.
Only selected applicants will receive confirmation to pitch.

Application Deadline:April 10, 2025
Competition Date:April 16, 2025
Location:Black Fire Innovation 8400 W Sunset Rd Suite 400, Las Vegas, NV 89113

Ready to showcase your AI innovation? Apply now!

Navigating Your Cash Flow with Chase Business Banking
2025-04-22 14:00 - 15:30 | College of Southern Nevada – North Las Vegas Campus Entrepreneurship Center, 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue North Las Vegas, NV 89030, North Las Vegas, 89030, United States
Navigating Your Cash Flow: Cash flow basics, Maximizing cash in, Minimizing cash out, Make cash work for you.
Register Here: https://sbed.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019111
Point of Contact:
Gabriel Interrante
Email: gabriel.interrante@csn.edu

Building Bankable Business & Accessing Safe Credit
2025-04-30 09:00 - 16:00 | Cambridge Rec Center, 3930 Cambridge Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89119, United States
Join this free session to learn what it means to be bank-ready, how to get there and partners who can help, how to access credit safe affordable credit to help your business GROW.
April 30, 2025 Cambridge Rec Center
3930 Cambridge Street, Las Vegas 89119
English Program 9:00 – 12 noon | Evento en Español 1:00 – 4:00

Register | Inscripción
There is no cost to attend this event, advanced registration required at.
English Program:
https://www.eventleaf.com/e/SmallBusinessLending?mc_phishing_protection_id=149734-cvuiil2if6lfkackd31g
No hay ningún costo para asistir a este evento, se requiere inscripción previa en.
Spanish Program:
https://www.eventleaf.com/e/Financiamiento?mc_phishing_protection_id=149734-cvuiil2if6lfkackd31g

Create Your AI-Powered Content Plan in 1 Hour with Karma Hunter
2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Register Now: https://tinyurl.com/sb8d7wfm
Virtual – (Link will be sent via email day of workshop)

National Small Business Week Virtual Summit 2025
2025-05-06 10:00 - 2025-05-07 15:00
Register: https://vevents.virtualtradeshowhosting.com/event/NSBWVirtualSummit/2025/login?mcc=TYpostwebinar
2-DAY VIRTUAL SUMMIT
Dates: May 6-7, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET / 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT
Location: Fully Online

Transform your business with cutting-edge strategies and valuable connections at the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit—your gateway to growth, innovation, and success.

Free Registration
Reserve your spot today for unlimited access to expert knowledge and essential business resources at no cost.

Why Register Now?

Expert-led Webinars covering vital business topics to help you stay competitive
Direct Access to Business Experts for personalized guidance and advice
Networking Opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs and industry leaders
Free Business Tools you can implement immediately
Innovative Solutions from leading sponsors to streamline your operations
Government Resource Guide to funding, contracts and support programs
Inspiring Success Stories from business owners who have overcome similar challenges

Interactive Experience
Connect with like-minded business owners, receive real-time guidance from industry mentors, and gather resources specifically designed for small business success.

Immediate Business Impact
Every session delivers practical strategies you can implement right away to boost your business performance, increase efficiency and drive growth.

“The National Small Business Week virtual summit is a powerful opportunity for job creators to connect, learn, and access valuable resources as we honor the entrepreneurs who drive innovation and economic growth across the country. Together we’re building a future where every small business has the tools to thrive, powered by the America First agenda.”
-Kelly Loeffler, SBA Administrator
“Fostering small business growth is at the heart of what we do, and the National Small Business Week virtual summit embodies that commitment. SCORE is proud to once again co-host this event with the SBA. We’re looking forward to this opportunity to empower entrepreneurs with the timely, useful resources and information they need to launch and grow their businesses.”
-Bridget Weston, SCORE CEO

Prep Class for Six Sigma White Belt
2025-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Join our Six Sigma White Belt Class and learn the fundamentals of Six Sigma – a proven method for improving processes, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency. This beginner-friendly course will show you how Six Sigma can drive better results in any industry. Boost your skills and start making an impact – enroll today
Register Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Y_AORxMn5PYmasQtflLHcuQd8exG4cJvmSgWs2r54yg/edit

Nevada Small Business Resource Fair 2025
2025-05-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Sahara West Library, 9600 W Sahara, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-nevada-small-business-resource-fair-tickets-1258817700629?aff=oddtdtcreator
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.

Networking Zone
Microbusiness Workshop
Government & Nonprofit Exhibitors
On-Site Food Trucks

Walk-ins welcome, but pre-registration is encouraged.
Parking may be limited. Street parking is available on S. Grand Canyon Dr. and Preakness Pass.

Date and time
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PDT

Location
Sahara West Library
9600 W Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89117

HCC Networking Mixer
2025-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa, 101 Montelago Blvd, Henderson, NV, 89011, United States
Register Here
Join us for an evening of networking and connection at our next HCC Networking Mixer, set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Las Vegas! Mingle with fellow professionals and business leaders in a scenic outdoor setting while enjoying complimentary appetizers at the Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa. A serviced bar will be available for guests to purchase their favorite beverages while networking. Don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards and get ready for an engaging night of conversation and opportunity.
Pre-paid Registration
HCC Members: $20
Non-Members: $40
Walk-in Pricing
HCC Member Walk-in: $25
Non-Member Walk-in: $45

Location

The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
101 Montelago Blvd
Henderson, NV 89011
UNITED STATES

Contact Person

Amanda Davis
(phone: 702-565-8951)
