Starting a Small Business: Practical Tips While Building Community
Admission
- Free - In Person at CCHE
- Free - Online Over Zoom
Description
Starting a Small Business: Practical Tips While Building Community
May 20 | 6:30-8:30pm | At CCHE & Zoom
Presenters: Pat Campanaro, WIred To Work LLC & Nels Larsen, Guidance Accounting
Are you in the early stages of starting a business or looking for guidance to turn your business idea into a reality? Join us for an engaging session designed for new and aspiring business owners looking to connect with others, gain insights, and pick up valuable tips and tricks for success.
What to Expect:
- Learn practical steps to bring your business idea to life
- Get expert guidance from Pat Campanaro, Wired To Work LLC and Nels Larsen, Guidance Accounting
- Connect with others who are also navigating the startup journey
- Optional: Join a Business Planning Cohort! Complete your business plan with input and support from Pat and your peers. More information at the end of the session.
Take this opportunity to learn, connect, and gain insights—whether you're in the early stages of running a business or just starting to explore what it takes to launch a side gig or small business.
Presenters:
Pat Campanaro owns and runs Wired To Work LLC. Where she can help people start a business or grow an existing one. She considers herself a sales professional and coached sales teams in a past career selling to Fortune 500 clients. She was previously a Business Consultant with the Small Business Development Center in Cook County specializing in economic development. She has a BS in Journalism and English and an MS in Leadership. https://wtip.org/
Nels Larsen grew up in Anoka, MN, and went to Saint Cloud State University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and took coursework that qualified him to sit for the Certified Public Accounting Exam. He also took and passed the Certified Management Accountant and Certified Financial Manager exams, earning those designations. He has worked in large national and international CPA firms and currently has his own accounting firm working with small businesses and their owners. He lives in Saint Paul and Grand Marias. www.guidanceaccounting.com/