August 2006
Success Stories
Paula Pearson & Jace Sluder
The SBDC began assisting Paula with her hand-made soap business during December of 2003. Over the course of the ensuing two and a half years we have provided assistance with her business plan, financial projections, website review and marketing. Paula started the business in her garage and kitchen, moving to a store front in Canyon during July of 2005. Due to steady growth and the need for additional space, she moved into her current location on the square in Canyon just in time for the Fourth of July celebration this year.
Business
- Canyon Creek
Soap Company
Owner
- Paula Pearson
Location
- 416 15th Street,
Canyon, TX
Phone
- 806-557-6109
Employs
1 FT, 4 PT
Contact Us
SBDC
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Amarillo, TX 79101
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Unconventional Financing
Seminar Explains Sources
Have you ever wondered what sources of money are out there that you don't know about? They do exist, and this seminar explains the sources of unconventional financing that are both realistic and useful.
Six presenters will explain six different financing sources which have been used successfully by SBDC clients to grow their businesses.
There will be time for questions and answers during the presentations, and you are invited to have lunch with the speakers afterwards for an opportunity to get more in-depth information.
Everything But Banks - A Seminar on Sources of Business Financing
Tuesday, August 22nd, 9 am - 1 pm, Lunch provided
Patterson Auditorium, Bank of America, 8th & Taylor
- 9 am Amarillo Economic Development Corp. Programs
- 9:30 Enterprize Challenge and First Step Grants
- 10 Community Development Corporation & Microloans
- 10:30 EDP Plus Grants
- 11 Private Equity Funding
- 11:30 Emerging Technology Fund - State of Texas
- 12 noon Lunch with Speakers
Cost is $45 if registering by August 12th
(Use Code 4242), $55
thereafter.
or call 806-372-5151
Or view more information.
All About Franchising
Educational Seminar
Is Franchising right for you? How do you pick the right business? How do you get started, raise capital, find a location, and hire the right people? You will receive the answers to these questions, and many others, from outstanding franchise experts and professionals while attending the Franchise Center Educational Seminar.
This is a 2 1/2 day program held from Thursday, September 7th through Saturday, September 9th. Tuition is $500 per participant, and includes 13 intensive sessions, three luncheons, and all course materials. A discount is available for early registration (by August 21st).
Please note: This seminar is open to the public and will be conducted in English.
Franchising Seminar Sessions
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The Truth About Franchising
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Legal Structures & Business Plans
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Management, Training, & Communication
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Personnel Labor Law
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You've Got the Money - How to Keep Track of It
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Where's the Money?
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Franchising - Is It Right for You?
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Franchise Operations Support
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Your Brand is Your Future
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Keeping It Legal - Franchising Law
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Risk Management
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Site Selection
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Hot Topics
For more information, contact Zack Lujan at
806-379-8800,
or visit
www.cachafranchisecenter.org
Quote of the Month
"The
dictionary is the only place where
success comes before work."
- Arthur Brisbane, American journalist (1864-1910)
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