Thursday, November 2
2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — Secrets of a Successful Business Plan
A solid plan is a critical first step in small business success.This 3-hour seminar overviews the process of creating the business plan and shares the instructor's entrepreneurial insights through real business examples. Taught by Ira Nottonson, a well-known business consultant. Cost $50 or $40 for Chamber members.

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting — Chinese Acupuncture and Herb, PC
Come help us celebrate a new Chamber member! Chinese Acupuncture and Herb has opened their doors and are offering free services until December 31, 2006! They are located at 400 S. McCaslin Blvd, #206 in Louisville. See you there!

Monday, November 6
2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — Grass Roots Marketing: Creative and Cost Effective Marketing Strategies that Work
Grass Roots marketing is the personalization that differentiates you in a commodity driven world.  SuzAnn Brown of Launchpad Sales & Marketing will share insider secrets and tips for those with even the smallest budget to help hit your target audience and keep your satisfied customers talking.  The right buzz can make all the difference! Cost $50 or $40 for Chamber members.

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — Paid Internet Advertising May Be Your Only Way to the Top
A hands-on workshop to learn the ins and outs of Pay-Per-Click and relevant techniques to natural listings.  For the past seven years, Doug Kirby, founder of Acquire Web Solutions has been implementing search engine techniques to enhance businesses. Cost $50 or $40 for Chamber members.

Tuesday, November 7
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — User Friendly Financials: Analyzing Financial Performance
Learn how to use a simple Excel template that will save you valuable time, evaluate and run your business more effectively. This financial analysis tool is easy to use without a prior understanding of accounting. Taught by Leo Giles. Cost $50 or $40 for Chamber members.

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting — Laughing Goat Coffeehouse
Laughing Goat Coffeehouse is celebrating their Grand Opening and their new Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting!  Come help us support them at 1709 Pearl Street in Boulder!

Thursday, November 9
7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Issues Over Easy: Breakfast Forum with Officials
This series provides members with an opportunity to learn about policy and program priorities from local, regional and state officials. The guest speaker will be Boulder Mayor Mark Ruzzin. He will speak about the city's economic priorities, the status of the business incentive program and his thoughts on the outcome of the recent election. A light breakfast will be served. Location: Chamber Center, 2440 Pearl Street, Boulder. Free to members; $15 for non-members. Please RSVP to Dan Powers at 303.442.1044 ext. 122 or dan.powers@boulderchamber.com.

Monday, November 13
2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — Financing Your Business
How do you maximize your chances of getting the dollars you need and find the type of financing best suited for your business? Lewis Hagler of Colorado Enterprise Fund (non-profit micro-lender) has over 16 years experience helping small businesses raise capital. $40 Chamber members/$50 non-members.

Tuesday, November 14
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Member Breakfast at Millennium Harvest House
Get your day off to a good start with breakfast at the Millennium Harvest House. Enjoy great food and great networking at 1345 28th Street in Boulder. This is a member-only event. See you there!

Wednesday, November 15
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — How to Set Up Your Company on Quickbooks 101
Learn how to set up your company books on Quickbooks Pro using the case example of a service company.  The instructor will take you through the set up template for this service company and will cover the chart of accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, entering your check register and checkbook reconciliation.  Very basic accounting will be covered, but enough for you to set up your own books.  Double entry accounting will be demonstrated as entries are made.  Attendees may bring a laptop with Quickbooks installed (though this is not necessary.)  The instructor will try to answer questions or problems you may have already encountered in setting up your own books.  Please note, though, that this is an introductory class and will mainly cover the service company case study. Taught by Sylvia Chaney, C.P.A.  Cost $50 or $40 for Chamber members.

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
November Business Trade Fair & Business After Hours
The November Business Trade Fair features 60 businesses and an audience of over 300 guests. November 15th is your chance to make a powerful statement about your business and meet your next client. The Club Level of Folsom Field provides the perfect setting for exhibitors to showcase their products and services. Held in conjunction with Business After Hours, this event is ideal for business professionals from around the Boulder area to network and make new contacts. Register for your booth today at www.boulderchamber.com and take your business to the next level. For more information contact Ashley Winters.

Thursday, November 16
5:01 – 6:30 p.m.
501 Club Boulder: International Commerce Networking Event
Meet members of Boulder's international business community, hear about successful international trade opportunities and learn how other companies have expanded their international sales. Co-sponsored by the World Trade Center Denver. Location: Chamber Center, 2440 Pearl Street, Boulder. The event is free. Please RSVP to Dan Powers at 303.442.1044 ext. 122 or dan.powers@boulderchamber.com.

Tuesday, November 21
1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
SBDC Workshop — Small Business Start-up Workshop
This course takes you through the nuts and bolts of getting your small business up and running. Topics covered include business entity choices, liability protection, trade names, sales taxes, business registration, payroll taxes, start-up bookkeeping and more. Taught by Theresa Pickner, a small business attorney and Gary Sekerak, CPA. Includes one free hour of consulting with each of the instructors. Cost $50 for non-members or $40 for Chamber members.

Wednesday, November 29
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting — Amadeus Consulting
Amadeus Consulting is a new Chamber member and they have a new location. Join us for their ribbon cutting at 4735 Walnut Street, Suite G in Boulder. See you there!