Multinational or Small Business Entrepreneur?

Protecting Your Intellectual Property is critical to the value of your business?

FEE: $10

On January 10, Intellectual Property attorney, Talia Kosh, will provide the information you need to protect your most valuable business assets.

Patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights, trade secrets can be guarded to help prevent theft.

You need to know what you’ve got to protect – and how to go about protecting it.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Roseanna Perea, rperea@wesst.org when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. This training is provided in part through funding support from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

Speaker(s): Talia is an attorney in Santa Fe specializing in entertainment law, contracts, nonprofit and foundation formation and governance and employment discrimination.

Learn about Federal and State Contracting, as well as the necessary small business requirements from a trusted advisor who understands doing business with the government.

This training will teach you about:

• First steps to becoming a Federal or State Contractor
• How to explore the SBA Certification Programs
• Marketing your business for Federal and State Contracting
• Finding job opportunities

This training is the first in a series of three Government Contracting trainings you can attend.

Other Trainings:

• January 25th, 11:00-1:00PM: Getting Your First Federal Contract, register here
• February 1st, 11:00-12:00PM: Understanding Certifications & Benefits: 8a, ED/WOSB, SD/VOSB, HUBZone register here

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Speaker(s): Shirley Bailey, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Zia Engineering & Environmental Consultants, LLC. Ms. Bailey is an expert in Federal Contracting and Certifications. She enjoys sharing the details of contracting and her knowledge about maximizing certifications so that business owners can receive contracting opportunities. Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC

Co-Sponsor(s): These classes are being delivered in partnership with the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce as part of the 'Rio WESST Business Growth Academy'.

Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class. This training class will be delivered in English.

Fee: No Cost

The Corporate Transparency Act, passed by Congress in 2021 will be effective January 1, 2024. Join our expert Larry Donahue as he helps you navigate this new law and what it means for you and your business. You don't want to miss this comprehensive workshop on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a groundbreaking piece of legislation designed to enhance transparency in corporate structures and combat illicit financial activities.

With over 26 years as a practicing attorney, Larry Donahue is a high-tech entrepreneur who loves small, dynamic, smart and savvy start-ups, especially in the Internet and E-Commerce sectors. His company, Law 4 Small Business, is one of the fastest growing companies in New Mexico and the Southwest.  Larry and his law firm help hundreds of small business owners every month, and keep abreast of many legal issues confronting small businesses in New Mexico.

TransSenders Gathering

Welcome TransSenders!  This is a monthly gathering organized after the gym's regular hours specifically for trans and non-binary folx in order to provide a safe space for them to try their hands at climbing. The schedule for this event is being worked on at the moment but the event will take place once a month on Sundays at the Midtown gym, from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Please contact Cristina for specifics on this event and to get the date of the next meet.

Trans climbers of all levels and allies are welcome to find community and expand their climbing skills.  Beginners are welcome!

• Monthly, every 3rd Sunday after regular gym hours
• 6 pm - 8 pm
• Midtown gym
• Entry is $14 and includes gear

If it’s your first time with us, please fill out a waiver and we will get you set up with gear and an introductory orientation.

When you arrive, look for the Rainbow Senders' table behind the check in desk with the rainbow rug!  There are pronoun pins available and often, a group activity is available if you choose to participate. The leaders of the Rainbow Senders will be available to help you get started if it’s your first time and/or be your climbing partner if you wish.

Rainbow Senders

Rainbow Senders is sponsored by Stone Age and also exists outside of it.  Follow them on Instagram.  To join their monthly newsletter please click here.

Fundraiser

Shane Baron-Deutsch, one of our talented members, has created a fun design we are now featuring on some cool apparel! All purchases of items with this design benefit Rainbow Senders and TransSenders!

Do you need help making a sale to build success for your business?
Attend this workshop to learn selling skills to increase your ability to help people buy.

Attend this workshop and learn about:

• What's your goal?
• Setting up your marketing effort to drive sales
• Help people buy instead of selling to them
• Effective selling skills
• Follow-through and follow-up

The purpose of this workshop is to help newly established and potential nonprofit founders gather information needed to make an informed decision on how to move their charitable missions forward. Topics covered include:

Differences between nonprofit, social enterprise, & for-profit business.
Differences between a public charity and a private foundation.
7 steps needed to form a 501(c)(3) anywhere in the U.S.
How to determine which IRS 1023 application to use.
Key activities to position your public charity for income and sustainability.
Activities that may risk your 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
Nonprofit resources and support.

Register Below. Zoom link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Seminar is offered at no charge.

With over 35 years of experience with contracting and grants, Ms. Bailey will share her knowledge and practical hands-on experience to provide you with what you need to know to excel in obtaining Federal and State contracts.

Join us for this informative training to learn:

• About Federal Contracting in New Mexico
• Tips to help you get your first Federal or State Contract.
• Connecting your business with Government Organizations to win contracts

This training is the second in a series of three Government Contracting trainings you can attend.

Other Trainings:

• January 18th, 11:00-12:30PM: Are You Ready to Grow Your Sales with Government Contracts? register here
• Februart 1st, 11:00-12:00PM: Understanding Certifications & Benefits: 8a, ED/WOSB, SD/VOSB, HUBZone, register here

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Please notify Sara Osusky at 505-892-1238 when you register for the class, or no later than 24 hours prior to your class, so that WESST can make sure necessary accommodations are available. All programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

The Women's Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Speaker(s): Shirley Bailey, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Zia Engineering & Environmental Consultants, LLC. Ms. Bailey is an expert in Federal Contracting and Certifications. She enjoys sharing the details of contracting and her knowledge about maximizing certifications so that business owners can receive contracting opportunities. Dave Vedera, Regional Manager, WESST Rio Rancho WBC

Co-Sponsor(s): These classes are being delivered in partnership with the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce as part of the 'Rio WESST Business Growth Academy'.

Please Note: THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Video conferencing instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class. This training class will be delivered in English.

Fee: No Cost

Winter Conference

January 31, 2024 – February 2, 2024

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