REC B I Z
Starting a Small Business
If you had to pitch your business idea in 30 seconds to win over
an important customer, could you do it? If you went in to apply
for your business license, would they tell you to go back a few
steps first? Are you ready to turn your awesome idea into a
successful business? This class will give you the knowledge, skills,
and confidence to do all of this and more… and have some fun
in the process! Instructor: Staunton Creative Community Fund
#5193 MHPC 6–7:30pm, January 12
#5194 MHPC 6–7:30pm, April 13
Price: Free, but please let us know you are coming:
(540) 332-3945
Business Plan Basics
Putting together a solid business plan is one of the best things you
can do to ensure a strong foundation and lasting success for your
start-up or existing business. As part of this class you will walk
through all of the elements that should be included in a strong
business plan, including your business concept, a description of
your products and services, management structure, marketing
plan, financial projections, and more!!! Instructor: Staunton
Creative Community Fund #5195 MHPC 6–7:30pm,
February 9. Price: Free, but please let us know you are
coming: (540) 332-3945
Funding Your Business
We will cover not only traditional business loans, but other
exciting funding options, including- Virginia Individual
Development Accounts, which offer a matched-savings program
for up to $6,000; crowdfunding, via platforms like Kickstarter
and IndieGoGo, which allows you to raise money online from
friends, families, and the community at large, and more!!
Instructor: Staunton Creative Community Fund. #5196 MHPC
6–7:30pm, March 16. Price: Free, but please let us know you
are coming: (540) 332-3945
Social Security: Your Questions
Answered
If you are 55 and older and have the following social security
questions than this class is for you! When should I start taking my
social security? Why should I wait? Am I able to still work and
take my social security? Sarah Fowler a retired school teacher
and current Edward Jones financial advisor discusses how social
security fits into your retirement income plan including when to
take it and important tax considerations. #5197 MHPC 7–8pm,
April 7. Price: $5. Register by: April 3
Steve Taetzsch, Recreation Program Specialist,
[email protected]
www.staunton.va.us/recreation
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