Events/Workshops

QuickBooks Pro combined Beginning & Intermediate Course for Business. This course takes you from setting up a company to the details of payroll using QuickBooks Pro. Learn how to use the program then how to make it the most valuable tool for your buisness as you manage your company using this industry standard for small business. The course will be 5 weeks long and cover all the important sections that relate to your business. Students will share what their needs are related to QBooks and accounting and the class will be tailored to fit the audience. Dennis Tilley or Doug Lincoln of Tilley & Lincoln CPA's are our Trainers. Please contact them with any course questions at 208.733.5811 or doug@tilleylincoln.com Fee for this course is $150 for 15 hours of classroom training spanning 5 evenings. Feb 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 2012 Debit or credit card payment: Call us @ 208.732.6450 To pay by check or money order; mail your payment to: College of Southern Idaho Business Office P.O. Box 1238 Twin Falls ID 83303-1238 This payment code MUST be included with your payment 78-7840-4520 (K20) Payment for classes is due prior to class start date - Thank you!

Speaker: Dennis Tilley or Doug Lincoln

QuickBooks Pro combined Beginning & Intermediate Course for Business. This course takes you from setting up a company to the details of payroll using QuickBooks Pro. Learn how to use the program then how to make it the most valuable tool for your buisness as you manage your company using this industry standard for small business. The course will be 5 weeks long and cover all the important sections that relate to your business. Students will share what their needs are related to QBooks and accounting and the class will be tailored to fit the audience. Dennis Tilley or Doug Lincoln of Tilley & Lincoln CPA's are our Trainers. Please contact them with any course questions at 208.733.5811 or doug@tilleylincoln.com Fee for this course is $150 for 15 hours of classroom training spanning 5 evenings. Apr 17, 19, 24, 26 May 1, 2012 Debit or credit card payment: Call us @ 208.732.6450 To pay by check or money order; mail your payment to: College of Southern Idaho Business Office P.O. Box 1238 Twin Falls ID 83303-1238 This payment code MUST be included with your payment 78-7840-4520 (K20) Payment for classes is due prior to class start date - Thank you!

Speaker: Dennis Tilley or Doug Lincoln

The flagship of the SBDC training program is back and better than ever. The one class that covers owning and managing a small business from the very beginning to the day you decide to sell, NxLeveL has been training entrepreneurs on how to do it right. Don't miss out on your opportunity to make the right decisions and be the successful business owner you have always wanted to be. The outcome from this course is a comprehensive business plan and the skills to write one. The fee is $300 which includes your set of books (an additional $50 for your spouse or business partner to attend) NxLeveL® for Entrepreneurs is a 12-session, 36-hour course designed for entrepreneurs who want to expand an existing business and need the skills to make it grow as well as the most important thing you can do for your business if you are a start-up. It's been proven that the entrepreneur who plans is the entrepreneur who succeeds. For this reason, participants develop a comprehensive business plan during the course to act as the road map for future growth. NxLeveL® training materials are the result of listening to the needs of small business owners throughout the United States. They indicated to us that they want training courses that provide business skills development and practical hands-on guidance in marketing, bookkeeping, financial projections, and negotiating with lenders. Agenda is attached below. Click on the link. Be sure as well, to download the customer registration form; after enrolling online - we would like you to fill this form out and either email it back to us at isbdc@csi.edu OR bring it with you to the first night of class. Thank you!

Speaker: Judi Mellon, SBDC Consultant & Guest Experts from the Business Community Guest speakers on first night: Nancy Tyrrell, The Nehemian & others

Have you always wanted to sell on eBay and didn't know how to start? Do you have things you’d like to sell but don’t know where to begin? Wondering if they’re worth any money? Do you already sell but want to become a bonafide small business on eBay? If so, this lively, intereactive class entitled "Learning How to Sell on eBay - The RIGHT Way" will teach you how! We not only teach you HOW to sell but we'll show the way to turn online sales into a great part or full-time business. If the idea of selling to the world from the comfort of your home appeals to you; then you don't want to miss this class! You'll learn how to: * Discover items to sell or find a niche * Initiate research which gives you the edge on selling - determine the value of your items BEFORE you list them. * Set pricing for maximum profit * How to get the most exposure * Create titles, descriptions and photos that draw customers to your listings * How to manage your online payment source (Paypal) * Monitor your listings * Quick and easy shipping with Marla Garrett from the US Postal Service * eBay Seller Best Practices * Deal with Buyer Issues and Find Resolutions * How to assure a great reputation for yourself on eBay * Prohibited items, spam, spoof, knock-offs, sniping and other unfriendly things on eBay! Finally, if all this isn't enough; we will also have a guest business consultant, Ms. Judi Mellon of the Idaho SBDC, who will give you guidance on managing your online sales as a bonafide part or full time business! Learn what you NEED to know to start a business - how to track your sales and expenses and pay taxes - and much, much more! If you are serious about being an eBay seller or want to turn your eBay hobby into a business; then this is the class for you! We'll even have some eBay / Paypal door prizes too! Join us for a fun and interesting class. To prepare for the class; please set up your eBay seller account and your Paypal account. If you would like to list your first item on eBay during class; bring 2 or 3 clear images of your item on a CD or flash drive; a description of what you are selling and an idea of what you want your starting price to be. We will be walking through setting up an actual listing so you can follow along on our computers and list your own item too. Call us at 208.732.6450 if you need assistance with the steps to set up your eBay or Paypal account prior to class. Ask for Sher The deadline for registering is April 20, 2012

Speaker: Sherry Rust, eBay Trainer, Judi Mellon, SBDC Business Consultant, Marla Garrett, US Postal Service

Managing Your Credit: A Look at Your Personal Credit Report & How It Affects Your Personal & Business Financial Decisions Location: Taylor Bldg Room 2nd Floor We are offering a ‘Free” class on personal credit reports. You will learn how credit is established, how to manage a credit report, and how your credit report makes a difference in all of your personal and business financial decisions. Following is our agenda for the day: - Introduction to Consumer Credit Management Services (CCMS) - Debt settlement versus debt management - Importance of good credit - Securing free credit reports - Who looks at credit reports - Information included on credit reports - Corrections, disputed items - FICO scores - Identity Theft Our staff will also be available by appointment to sit down with you and go over your credit report. All services are strictly confidential. Pre-registration is required to provide handouts in sufficient number for all attendees. Please follow the link to register online. You will receive a confirmation of registration as well as an email notice 48 hours prior to the class date. This is a lunch & learn. We provide the learning and you provide your lunch. Bring a sack lunch from home or visit one of our two food service areas in the Taylor bldg. Downstairs is a fast food area called the Eagle's Nest. Upstairs you'll find the Taylor Cafeteria with a wide assortment of food for lunch.

Speaker: Debbie Drown, Education Director / Counselor - Consumer Credit Management Services (CCMS)

Managing Your Credit: A Look at Your Personal Credit Report & How It Affects Your Personal & Business Financial Decisions Location: Taylor Bldg Room 2nd Floor We are offering a ‘Free” class on personal credit reports. You will learn how credit is established, how to manage a credit report, and how your credit report makes a difference in all of your personal and business financial decisions. Following is our agenda for the day: - Introduction to Consumer Credit Management Services (CCMS) - Debt settlement versus debt management - Importance of good credit - Securing free credit reports - Who looks at credit reports - Information included on credit reports - Corrections, disputed items - FICO scores - Identity Theft Our staff will also be available by appointment to sit down with you and go over your credit report. All services are strictly confidential. Pre-registration is required to provide handouts in sufficient number for all attendees. Please follow the link to register online. You will receive a confirmation of registration as well as an email notice 48 hours prior to the class date. This is a lunch & learn. We provide the learning and you provide your lunch. Bring a sack lunch from home or visit one of our two food service areas in the Taylor bldg. Downstairs is a fast food area called the Eagle's Nest. Upstairs you'll find the Taylor Cafeteria with a wide assortment of food for lunch.

Speaker: Debbie Drown, Education Director / Counselor - Consumer Credit Management Services (CCMS)

The Idaho Small Business Development Center at the College of Southern Idaho; in partnership with Boise State University’s Center for Professional Development, is offering an exciting program in competency-based learning to you and your employees to enhance leadership skills in the workplace. This series is designed to build the skills supervisors need most in leading employees to greater individual, team, and organizational performance. Formerly called Basic Supervision I, II, III, IV; this program has been revised and improved to meet the changing needs of businesses and organizations in Idaho. Out trainers have a strong background in HR and supervisory management and bring to the class; a wealth of personal knowledge and experience with real life examples to enhance your learning along with our comprehensive Applied Leadership curriculum. •Applied Leadership: Lead from Within (Part I) will develop skills in better communication, identifying roles and responsibilities, interpersonal styles and self management. •Applied Leadership: Lead Great People (Part II) will develop personal effectiveness skills in the areas of creating a motivating climate, leading for growth, and performance management. •Applied Leadership: Lead with Purpose (Part III) will explore skills in customer service, vision setting, problem solving, and process improvement. •Applied Leadership: Lead for Legacy (Part IV) looks at ethics, conflict resolutions, negotiation skills and change management. Full fee $410 if attending this class only Discount $369 if attending 2 or more levels; or 2 or more from same company attend one level. Trainer: Monty Arrossa Location: CSI Taylor Building - Student Union Upstairs Room 258 - Use Stairs on West Side of Building and turn right at top of stairs - enter the corner office and walk down the hall to the end; then turn left. Classroom is at the end of this hall. Call 208.732.6450 to arrange payment.

Speaker: Monty Arrossa

The Idaho Small Business Development Center at the College of Southern Idaho; in partnership with Boise State University’s Center for Professional Development, is offering an exciting program in competency-based learning to you and your employees to enhance leadership skills in the workplace. This series is designed to build the skills supervisors need most in leading employees to greater individual, team, and organizational performance. Formerly called Basic Supervision I, II, III, IV; this program has been revised and improved to meet the changing needs of businesses and organizations in Idaho. Out trainers have a strong background in HR and supervisory management and bring to the class; a wealth of personal knowledge and experience with real life examples to enhance your learning along with our comprehensive Applied Leadership curriculum. •Applied Leadership: Lead from Within (Part I) will develop skills in better communication, identifying roles and responsibilities, interpersonal styles and self management. •Applied Leadership: Lead Great People (Part II) will develop personal effectiveness skills in the areas of creating a motivating climate, leading for growth, and performance management. •Applied Leadership: Lead with Purpose (Part III) will explore skills in customer service, vision setting, problem solving, and process improvement. •Applied Leadership: Lead for Legacy (Part IV) looks at ethics, conflict resolutions, negotiation skills and change management. Full fee $410 if attending this class only Discount $369 if attending 2 or more levels; or 2 or more from same company attend one level. Trainer: Monty Arrossa Contact the SBDC at 208.732.6450 for payment details. Location: CSI Taylor Building - Student Union Upstairs Room 258 - Use Stairs on West Side of Building and turn right at top of stairs - enter the corner office and walk down the hall to the end; then turn left. Classroom is at the end of this hall. Call 208.732.6450 to arrange payment.

Speaker: Monty Arrossa

The Idaho Small Business Development Center at the College of Southern Idaho; in partnership with Boise State University’s Center for Professional Development, is offering an exciting program in competency-based learning to you and your employees to enhance leadership skills in the workplace. This series is designed to build the skills supervisors need most in leading employees to greater individual, team, and organizational performance. Formerly called Basic Supervision I, II, III, IV; this program has been revised and improved to meet the changing needs of businesses and organizations in Idaho. Out trainers have a strong background in HR and supervisory management and bring to the class; a wealth of personal knowledge and experience with real life examples to enhance your learning along with our comprehensive Applied Leadership curriculum. •Applied Leadership: Lead from Within (Part I) will develop skills in better communication, identifying roles and responsibilities, interpersonal styles and self management. •Applied Leadership: Lead Great People (Part II) will develop personal effectiveness skills in the areas of creating a motivating climate, leading for growth, and performance management. •Applied Leadership: Lead with Purpose (Part III) will explore skills in customer service, vision setting, problem solving, and process improvement. •Applied Leadership: Lead for Legacy (Part IV) looks at ethics, conflict resolutions, negotiation skills and change management. Full fee $410 if attending this class only Discount $369 if attending 2 or more levels; or 2 or more from same company attend one level. Trainer: Monty Arrossa Location: CSI Taylor Building - Student Union Upstairs Room 258 - Use Stairs on West Side of Building and turn right at top of stairs - enter the corner office and walk down the hall to the end; then turn left. Classroom is at the end of this hall.

Speaker: Monty Arrossa

Have you ever thumbed through financial statements and wondered what they actually mean? Or have you stared at your own financial statements hoping that if somehow you stared long enough you would discover the answers that would make you a better manager? This class takes an in depth view of the financial statements explaining where the numbers come from, why they are important and what they mean. Specifically the class analyzes the balance sheet, profit and loss statement and statement of cash flows. After going through the financial statements basics, the attendees will be given the chance to use their knowledge to examine several different companies. The attendees will then be asked to answer the following questions for each company: Would you loan this company money? What advice would you give the owner?

Speaker: Dennis Tilley - CPA & Personal Financial Specialist Tilley & Lincoln PLLC

Class will be an overview of key issues and concepts to setup an accounting system.

Speaker: Doug Lincoln - CPA Tilley & Lincoln PLLC

Review of current loan programs; including conventional and government funding sources for small business.

Speaker: Brent Jussel - Senior Vice-President & Chief Lending Officer Region IV Development Association Business Lending Solutions

Whether in the midst of a training on the subject or an actual safety crisis, communicating effectively and safely is CRUCIAL to a successful outcome. This training integrates verbal, nonverbal, listening and other key components of communication in a practical application manner.

Speaker: Jane Freund - Author & Publisher & Communications Coach Author and Publisher Freundship Press LLC

Learn how Lean tools can be used to increase Safety, and increase company Wealth. Don’t know what Lean tools are? Come and find out.

Speaker: Don Hansen, Owner & LEAN Solutions Specialist Lean Solutions Consulting

Learn how Lean tools can be used to increase Safety, and increase company Wealth. Don’t know what Lean tools are? Come and find out.

Speaker: Don Hansen, Owner & LEAN Solutions Specialist Lean Solutions Consulting

Whether in the midst of a training on the subject or an actual safety crisis, communicating effectively and safely is CRUCIAL to a successful outcome. This training integrates verbal, nonverbal, listening and other key components of communication in a practical application manner.

Speaker: Jane Freund - Author & Publisher & Communications Coach Author and Publisher Freundship Press LLC

Half of all your new business contacts will come from the web. If you do not have a strong online brand, which includes a strong social media network those new customers will go to your competitor. Here is a simple guide and check list on how to build a strong online presence and the things you can do to safeguard your brand.

Speaker: West Gates Owner JFm Graphic Design

Why is a credit report important and how can a person obtain their free credit report? This class will begin with an introduction to the services provided by Consumer Credit Management Services which includes a look at debt settlement versus debt management and what to watch out for in a debt settlement. A detailed summary regarding credit reports, how to secure a free credit report, who looks at credit reports, information included and what is not included on a credit report, how to make corrections or dispute items on the report, why credit scores are important, how to improve scores and a look at payday loans.

Speaker: Debbie Drown Education Director & Certified Credit Counselor Consumer Credit Management Services

You employees and your customers are important components of a successfully Social Media Strategy. This is a step-by-step tutorial on how to build a Social Media Policy for your employees that will promote your brand and protect your company at the same time.

Speaker: West Gates Owner JFm Graphic Design

This class will help you build the skills you need most to achieve greater individual, team, and organizational performance. If last year’s attendance was any indication of how ‘spot-on’ this information was, you really won’t want to miss it! You'll learn even more this year.

Speaker: Monty Arrossa Human Resources Director College of Southern Idaho HR Department

Have you ever thumbed through financial statements and wondered what they actually mean? Or have you stared at your own financial statements hoping that if somehow you stared long enough you would discover the answers that would make you a better manager? This class takes an in depth view of the financial statements explaining where the numbers come from, why they are important and what they mean. Specifically the class analyzes the balance sheet, profit and loss statement and statement of cash flows. After going through the financial statements basics, the attendees will be given the chance to use their knowledge to examine several different companies. The attendees will then be asked to answer the following questions for each company: Would you loan this company money? What advice would you give the owner?

Speaker: Dennis Tilley - CPA & Personal Financial Specialist Tilley & Lincoln PLLC

“Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft” is a presentation provided by the Federal Trade Commission which includes the following information: how identity theft occurs; victims of ID theft- immediate steps; resolving specific problems; staying alert; and minimizing recurrences. Information will be available regarding internet safety for kids.

Speaker: Debbie Drown Education Director & Certified Credit Counselor Consumer Credit Management Services

Falling for the myths of labor and employment law can cost a business dearly. All too often employees are more aware of their rights than employers are. Time and time again employers go to court who were well intentioned, but misinformed. Monty will be sharing information critical to business owners on topics like: unlawful harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination and other employment related claims.

Speaker: Monty Arrossa Human Resources Director College of Southern Idaho HR Department

Class will be an overview of key issues and concepts to setup an accounting system.

Speaker: Doug Lincoln - CPA Tilley & Lincoln PLLC

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Do you want to start a business, but don’t know where to begin? Do you know what a business plan is and how important it is to your future business success? Do you have lots of questions & need some answers? Then this concentrated 2 hour “start-up business boot camp” is for you! The topics & Information you’ll receive will include: - The 'Basics' of Business Regulations (what you need to know BEFORE you open your doors) - The importance of "preparedness" (Your Business Plan) - Your Personal Business "Survival Kit" Plus Training Handouts

Speaker: Bryan Matsuoka

Confused about Business Taxes? This tax 'Bootcamp' will help business owners better understand the taxes they pay and learn about techniques to reduce them. Every business and every business owner is unique. The secret to effective tax planning is first to understand the tax law and then apply planning strategies that best fit the business and owner’s unique circumstances. The classes will cover the following topics: - Updates on the recent changes to the federal and state tax laws - Techniques that defer, reduce, and shift taxes - Structuring the business entity - Choosing and maintaining a record keeping system - Travel, transportation and entertainment expenses - Employees, payroll and independent contractors’ issues - Depreciation and much, much more! Individuals THINKING of going into business will benefit greatly from this class as well. Sign up and bring a friend for FREE! $30 Per Person (Pre-payment required) 1 Guest FREE with each Paid Registration Class Meets at Deagle & Ames CPA's Offices 161 5th Ave South, Twin Falls ID To pay by credit or debit card, click on "register for this event online" first, then call 208.732.6450 to make your payment.

Speaker: Todd Ames, CPA (Deagle & Ames CPA's)