Kitsap Small Business Development Center

📢 September is National Preparedness Month! 📢 Disaster can strike at anytime, does your business have a plan in place? This month we will be sharing resources and tips tailored toward business resiliency in the face of disaster. To kick the month off, we are thrilled to highlight the U.S. Small Business Administration's newly updated Business Resilience Guide: Reducing Risks and Building on Strengths. From best practices to templates, this easy-to-follow guide outlines the necessary steps to help your small business create a contingency plan and mitigate the impacts of disasters. ➡️ To learn more and to check out the guide for yourself: https://conta.cc/4gdTO2W 🔎 Need a second set of eyes on your disaster plan? Our advisors are here to help! Visit our website to schedule a session: https://sbdc.wwu.edu/ . . . . . #NPM24 #StartAConversation #DisasterPreparedness #BusinessResilience #PlanAhead #SBAResources #WWUSBDC #KitsapSBDC

Join our partner's at SCORE for a free webinar on how to write a one-page business plan. Learn how to streamline your business planning process and focus on what truly matters! 📅 Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024 🕒 Time: 10:00 AM (PST) In this webinar, you'll discover: 🔸The benefits of a one-page business plan 🔸Practical tips for writing your plan 🔸How to eliminate distractions and stay focused on your goals Whether you're launching a new venture or refining your current business strategy, this webinar will help you organize your ideas and achieve clarity on your business goals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from an expert! 🔗 Register here: https://conta.cc/3X5nyGh . . . . #WWUSBDC #KitsapSBDC #SCOREWebinar #OnePageBusinessPlan #SmallBusinessSuccess #PNWEntrepreneurs

⏳ Just a few weeks left! Our free workshop in Bremerton on 9/20 is filling up fast—make sure you’re on the list. Reserve your spot now!: https://conta.cc/3Ai3wAs #SmallBusiness #CyberSecurity #KitsapSBDC #WWUSBDC #WWU #KitsapCreditUnion #BusinessSafety #Bremerton #RiskManagement #BusinessSafety

📬 Missed our latest newsletter? No worries! We just sent out a fresh, corrected version. Catch the latest updates, minus the typos 😉: https://conta.cc/3SHDDjV #KitsapSBDC #StayInformed #NewsletterUpdate #BusinessNews

There's no denying that starting and successfully operating a business is tough. Listen to local business leaders talk about their paths to success and the obstacles they faced. Join us for Lunchtime Lightning Talk: The Power of the Sabbatical 📅 Date: August 20th 🕒 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Vibe Coworks Agenda: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Networking 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lightning Talks 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Q&A Register here: https://conta.cc/3WDeTuF #LunchtimeLightningTalk #Entrepreneurship #KitsapSBDC #VibeCoworks

Are you prepared to protect your business from cyber threats? Join us for an in-person workshop on cybersecurity in Bremerton! 📅 Date: 9/20/2024 🕒 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Location: 155 Washington Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337 💲 Cost: FREE! Workshop Highlights: 🔸Types of information cybercriminals target 🔸Common security threats for small businesses 🔸4 Key behaviors to improve cybersecurity 🔸Plans, practices, and services to protect against cyber attacks Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to keep your business safe! Reserve your seat today: https://conta.cc/3Ai3wAs #SmallBusiness #CyberSecurity #KitsapSBDC #WWUSBDC #WWU #KitsapCreditUnion #BusinessSafety #Bremerton #RiskManagement

There's still time to register for tomorrow’s virtual workshop on Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI)! This session is essential for small business owners looking to stay compliant with the latest regulations. 🗓️: Wednesday July 24th 🕒: 11 - 11:45a PDT 💻 Register here: https://conta.cc/46mnJkH Don't miss out on this free opportunity. Limited spots left, so register now! . . . . . #SmallBusiness #BOI #Workshop #BusinessOwners #KitsapSBDC #WWUSBDC #SBA #BusinessResources #OnlineBusinessClasses

The Kitsap Sun wants to know who your favorite businesses are in Kitsap County! Submit your favorite companies in a variety of categories before July 31st to have your voice heard, and there could be money in it. Users who nominate in 25 or more categories are entered to win a gift card! . . . . #Kitsap #SmallBiz #Awards #Community

Did you know that on July 1st, general and specialty construction contractors must have higher contractor bonds the next time they renew their L&I registration? The state legislature is requiring these higher amounts to strengthen protections for consumers and others who depend on the bond, including building material suppliers and workers. Details of these changes can be found in the bond FAQs: https://conta.cc/4cAYUDR. Unsure of your registration status? Check yours on www.lni.wa.gov/verify . . . . #LnI #contractors #construction #SBDC

Looking for a way to have fun and support small businesses this 4th of July? Check out this guide for holiday events in your area: https://conta.cc/4cuSk20 . . . . #KitsapSmallBiz #4thofJuly #Kitsap #Tourism #SmallBusiness