BizTech offers training and coaching on every aspect of starting a business. Most of our classes and networking opportunities are offered free of charge, others have a nominal tuition. All are open to any new, aspiring or inquiring entrepreneur. To register for one of our classes, call BizTech Center at (513) 737-6543 or complete the online registation form.

Small Business Tax Workshop

Tax strategies and planning advice for proper IRS documentation and filing are covered in this class. This is a great orientation for new business owners and a welcome refresher for veterans. All attendees receive a complete information packet and CD including IRS publications and forms.

Instructor:
CPA and State of Ohio Department of Taxation
Tuition:
FREE
Location:
BizTech Center

Starting Your Own Business

For anyone starting your own business, or thinking about it, this workshop is for you. Key topics during this session include;

  1. What is your entrepreneurial quotient?
  2. Why start a business?
  3. Thoughts to consider before you start
  4. Sources of information and assistance
  5. Developing your business ideas
  6. Business Options: selecting the appropriate form
  7. Financing and funding your venture
  8. Business and marketing planning

Instructor:
Graham Irwin
Tuition:
FREE
Location:
Butler Tech or BizTech Center (see schedule)

NxLeveL Entrepreneurial Training Program

NxLeveL for Startup Entrepreneurs is a business training course designed to enhance your entrepreneurial skills and assist you in creating a comprehensive business plan. This course is primarily for the business owner, manager or involved employees who want to operate a business successfully. This program is offered in partnership with Miami University Hamilton and participants may be eligible for 3.6 CEUs (College Equivalent Units). There are 8 classes (one night / week) for 8 weeks.

Instructor:
Graham Irwin
Tuition:
$375 (first attendee) $150 for each additional employee.
Location:
Butler Tech

Graham Irwin, Dean atGantz / Cincinnat Center, Union Institute, Cincinnati OH

 

Graham Irwin is currently the Dean at The Gantz / Cincinnati Center for Undergraduates Studies, Union Institute in Cincinnati OH where he serves as the Principal Academic Officer for the Institute's Cincinnati Undergraduate Program for Adults.

During his tenure at the Institute, Graham was instrumental in the development and implementation of their Innovative Academic Program, which focuses on non-traditional approaches to adult education.

Graham leads both the Starting Your Own Business and NxLeveL Entrepreneurial Training Programs for the BizTech Center.

Small Business Loan Options

This session provides a forum for open discussion with representatives from commercial loan representatives. During this session we will discuss how banks evaluate small business loans and information required during the loan application process, recommended procedures for startup businesses as well as alternative funding sources. Light refreshments are served during this 1 1/2 hour event.

Host:
Local Bank / Lending Institution
Tuition:
FREE
Location:
BizTech Center

networking opportunities at biztech

BizTech offers a variety of networking and social events, bringing together current associates, graduates, business partners and other community members and leaders to get to know each other.

Join us at the BizTech Winter Wonderland Party

Join us at the BizTech Center's Winter Wonderland After Hours Party

When:
December 11th, 5:30 - 7:30pm.

Where:
BizTech Center

This event is cCo-hosted by Sherry Hoskins, Buckeye Insurance and Todd & Maureen Fowler, Estate and Retirement Planning Services LLC.

Please RSVP to Sherry Hoskins by December 5th, 2008 by calling
(513) 312-4904 or email sherryhoskins@fuse.net