Course Category: Engage

In operation. Identifying as an entrepreneur. Setting goals. Starting to formalize. Testing an idea. Starting to meet income goals. Making plans to meet employment goals. Finalizing a business plan. Seeking funding/investment (if needed). Actively planning how to incorporate Native values and personal values and goals make a business within your community. Appropriate contracts/registration with tribe if applicable.

Small Business Administration 101

SBA’s Portland District Office highlights resources to help you start, grow, expand, or recover your business. Learn more about SBA’s Portland District Office: https://www.sba.gov/district/portland

Risk Management for Small Business

Small businesses manage risk every day. Disasters and data breaches are two major risks that can devastate a small business. Learn about the types of insurance a business can use to safeguard itself from accidents and disasters. The presentation also features the responsibilities businesses have to protect the personal data of their customers and the […]

Introduction to Canva for Marketing and Social Media

There are many online services that offer the ability to create and enhance images for use in marketing and social media, but Canva has become somewhat of an industry standard because of its feature rich platform and free introductory offer. This course contains a curated list of Canva’s many online tutorials which help you master graphic design techniques, and offers some unique insights to empower your own design sensibilities for your business.

Taxes for the Self Employed

Join Marisa Danley of Inclusion Tax Services for an hour-long virtual workshop. Taxes for the Self-Employed will cover topics such as how taxes work, what self-employment taxes are, common types of income and deductions, PPP and other grants, and much more!

Financial Health and Literacy with Mark Oliver

Have you ever wondered why your credit score fluctuates over time, or more importantly what you can do to impact these changes? Well, Metropolitan Family Services Financial Advisor, Mark Oliver has some answers as he guides you through the FICO score, what it means, and what decisions you as a business owner can make to […]

Content Strategy Tips and Tricks for 2021

With COVID-19 restrictions, wildfire impacts and other challenges in this new travel landscape, a good content plan can be the foundation of your recovery efforts.