Farmers State Bank (FSB) is launching a free, four-week program designed to provide entrepreneurs and small business owners with tools and information to build sustainable operations.
The program, “From the Ground Up – A Small Business Series,” will be held on Mondays from Sept. 8-29 at the Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 5th Ave. SE. Each session runs from 6-7:30 p.m. and will focus on a specific aspect of business development.
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Sept. 8: Laying the Groundwork – Starting or strengthening a business, including strategic planning and core operational principles.
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Sept. 15: Financing Your Business – Financial management, funding options and cash flow strategies.
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Sept. 22: Promote and Protect – Marketing, brand-building, risk management and small business insurance.
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Sept. 29: Working Smarter – Streamlining operations, using banking and U.S. Small Business Administration resources, and planning for future growth.
“At FSB, we’ve proudly supported small businesses for nearly a century,” said Steve Neighbor, FSB president and CEO. “We’re excited to share valuable resources from the SBA and other tools that can make a real difference in helping entrepreneurs succeed.”
More information and registration are available at myfsbonline.com or by calling 319-377-4891.
Based in New York, Stephen Freeman is a Senior Editor at Trending Insurance News. Previously he has worked for Forbes and The Huffington Post. Steven is a graduate of Risk Management at the University of New York.