On Oct. 18, the ISU Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship, Iowa Small Business Development Center, and the Ames Regional Economic Alliance will host the fall Smart Start Workshop at the ISU Research Park Core Facility Atrium in Ames. The workshop is open to existing business owners as well as anyone interested in or considering entrepreneurship. The event is split into two sessions, each led by local professionals and business owners. Attendees have the option to attend one of two sessions or register for the full day. Session one is from 9 a.m. to noon, and session two is from 12:45 to 4 p.m. Lunch is provided for those attending the full event. Session one will cover banking basics, insurance for small businesses, intellectual property and operating a successful business. Session two will cover the legal aspects of running a business, accounting for small businesses, marketing and business operations. The event is free to attend but registration is required. To learn more or register, visit isupjcenter.org. Questions can be directed to the ISU Pappajohn Center at 515-296-6754 or info@isupjcenter.org.
