Business Trainings

At Twin Cities Development (TCD), our superpower is expertly connecting you to the resources you need. Our area is fortunate to have a training calendar and Western Nebraska Community College (WNCC) to help fulfill your workforce training needs.

WNCC’s Workforce Training department can help you train and maintain a workforce that is up-to-date on today’s technologies and licenses — all at an affordable cost. Their trainings are conducted by experts who have the knowledge and expertise to serve your employees and business. WNCC has training options in manufacturing, business technologies, leadership, computer skills, and regulatory compliance, but they also make every effort to provide customized workplace training to suit your specific needs.

Explore WNCC’s Workforce Training department today, check out the training calendar below, and don’t hesitate to reach out to us at TCD! We’ll be happy to help you navigate the choices available.

January

AI-Powered Entrepreneurship: Launch Your Business with Artificial Intelligence

January 14 4:00 AM Online

Learn how artificial intelligence (AI) can be your personal business startup coach, helping you go from idea to execution efficiently. In this 45-minute workshop, discover how to use AI for market...

Hiring Better, Faster

January 14 10:00 AM Online

Hiring can be one of the most expensive mistakes for a business.In this workshop, you'll learn some best practices and marketing tips to hire better, faster in this competitive market.

Startup and Start Right

January 14 11:00 AM Online

Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through ten essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure, funding, and more...

How Your Personal Credit Affects Your Ability to Obtain Business Credit

January 14 1:00 PM Online

This workshop will discuss:Similarities and differences between business and personal creditThe personal guarantee required for many small business loans — and how you are responsible for the business’ debtHow personal...

Grow Your Business with Google Ads

January 14 3:00 PM Online

In this webinar, Michelle will share how you can use Google Ads to grow your business. We'll show you what type of ad messaging and offers work well, what your...

Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps

January 14 4:00 PM Online

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no...

Pricing for Your Service-Based Business

January 15 9:00 AM Online

Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop tailored for small businesses offering services. Led by industry experts, this workshop is designed to help you understand the fundamentals of pricing your services...

Exploring Entrepreneurship

January 15 10:00 AM Online

Do you aspire to have your own business? Do you think you know what you need? This program explores everything you need to know to decide if entrepreneurship is right...

How to Build a Simplified, Sensible Marketing Plan

January 15 11:00 AM Online

Learn how to create your own, short marketing plan. This seminar will provide you step-by-step guidance for building an effective, concise, and actionable marketing plan. (Duration 1hr)

New SBA-backed Line of Credit Program for Small Businesses

January 15 11:30 AM Online

Please join us on Wednesday, 1-15-25, from 10:30am to Noon, for an in depth look at a new program specifically designed to meet the need for increased access to working...

Know Your Business Rivals: Basic Tools for Competitor Analysis

January 15 1:00 PM Online

Competitive research and monitoring, often referred to as "spying" on your competition, is a common practice that has been around for a long time! This approach is utilized by businesses of...

Setting Up Your Accounting System for Small Business Success!

January 15 5:00 PM Online

Take control of your business finances with our hands-on workshop, Setting Up Your Accounting System! Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your financial management, this workshop is...

Keeping Business and Personal Expenses Separate: Why and How!

January 16 10:00 AM Online

Join us for an engaging webinar, "Keeping Business and Personal Expenses Separate: Why and How!", where we’ll explore the importance of maintaining clear financial boundaries between your business and personal...

Be Visible, Credible, and Unforgettable Through Storytelling

January 16 10:30 AM Online

Looking for a way to help your marketing get noticed? People LOVE stories. What is your potential client worried about? Share a story that SOLVES THOSE PROBLEMS, and you will...

Introduction to AI for Small Businesses: Unleashing the Power of Innovation!

January 16 1:00 PM Online

Curious about Artificial Intelligence and how it can revolutionize your small business? This introductory workshop will demystify AI and show you how it can enhance productivity, improve customer service, and...

Business Financial Literacy Series

January 16 4:30 PM Online

The WBEC-East Business Financial Literacy Series is a free 3-week workshop series that helps entrepreneurs and prospective business owners understand the fundamentals of finance. This series, hosted in partnership with...

Zeroing in on Specific Soft Skills for the Workplace

January 17 10:00 AM Online

In this training I cover communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, customer service, conflict resolution, respect & civility. It’s created for front-line workers that have to deal with customers and each other every...

Mastering Email Marketing for Small Business Growth

January 17 11:00 AM Online

Discover the power of email marketing in this insightful webinar tailored for small businesses. With an average ROI of $36 for every $1 spent, email marketing remains one of the...

Insurance 101: All the Musts in Properly Protecting Your Business

January 17 1:30 PM Online

The best way to protect a business owner’s personal assets from claims made against the business is to have general liability insurance coverage for the business. This is particularly true in...

Motivación del Logro

January 18 7:00 AM Online

Si las personas reconocen la Motivación del Logro en su vida diaria, ellos pueden practicarla conscientemente, aprender a aplicarla más eficazmente en situaciones empresariales. El concepto básico de la Motivación...

Impuestos personales– Lo que necesita saber antes de enviarlo

January 18 7:30 AM Online

Este Taller es informativo, no es para enseñar a preparar los impuestos. Está dirigido a todas las personas que tienen interés en conocer que significa y contiene su Declaración de Impuestos...

Market Research 101: How to Find Your Customers

January 18 9:00 AM Online

This workshop will simplify the process of researching your target market. In addition to helping you define your target market, you will discover how to drill down even further to...

How To Start a Business

January 18 10:00 AM Online

Thinking about starting your own business? Have an idea for a unique product or service? In this class we will review the many requirements to starting your own business. In...

Using IT to Run and Grow Your Business

January 20 10:00 AM Online

Information technology can be simple or complex, but as your company grows, so will your IT needs. Companies often start simple: setting up a website and social media accounts, using...

Unlock Success: How to Utilize Free Google Tools and Resources

January 21 10:00 AM Online

Discover game-changing solutions that elevate your brand, engage customers, and boost growth. Wisconsin SBDC Digital Marketing Student Consultants will provide insights and real-world examples using Google. Don't miss out on...

AI and CANVA Creative Content for Social Media

January 21 11:00 AM Online

Explore the potential of AI in enhancing your social media content. Join Roni Ramos, as we delve into how artificial intelligence can automate and refine the creation of engaging text,...

Social Media Strategies to Engage Your Customers

January 21 11:00 AM Online

If you are a new or aspiring business owner, this workshop is a must! Learn the steps to starting your own business with the support of the OCIE SBDC.Key Topics:Being...

Como Iniciar Su Propio Negocio

January 21 1:00 PM Online

Seminario web en vivo sin costo. Hagamos realidad el sueño de tener su propio negocio. ¡Responda todas sus preguntas! Los asesores comerciales de SBDC presentan los conceptos básicos para iniciar...

Taking the Guesswork Out of Pricing

January 22 8:30 AM Online

Unlock the secrets to pricing your products and services effectively, ensuring both competitiveness and profitability. In this workshop, you will learn:Pricing Best Practices: The do's and don'ts of setting the...

Intro to The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program

January 22 9:00 AM Online

Join Vermont APEX Accelerator and Vermont Agency of Transportation Office of Civil Rights, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE) for this introduction to DBE certification. Eligible businesses must be majority owned and controlled...

Grow with Google: Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs

January 22 10:00 AM Online

Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup,...

SEO for TIK TOK

January 22 10:30 AM Online

Are you looking to boost your business on the world's largest search engine? Look no further than SEO for TikTok! Our expert webinar will teach you the ins and outs...

Creating Your First Facebook Ad: A Simple Workshop for Small Business Owners

January 22 3:00 PM Online

Ready to grow your business? Join our workshop for starting Facebook Ads! Learn to set up your account, create your first ad, and analyze results to attract paying customers. Perfect...

Local SEO

January 23 9:00 AM Online

Wondering how you can get your business found online? This webinar will walk you through the key factors and strategies to increase the visibility of your website within Google search. Get found...

Is Starting a Business Right for You?

January 23 11:00 AM Online

Explore what business ownership is all about.We’ll acquaint you with the startup process and the entrepreneurial lifestyle. This session will give you a sense of what starting a business requires and...

A Basic QuickBooks Guide for Small Business Owners

January 23 11:00 AM Online

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve heard about QuickBooks. That’s because QuickBooks is the most popular accounting software on the market. In this webinar, our expert presenter will...

GROW Nebraska's Women's Business Center: Breaking Barriers ~ Confronting Challenges to Unlock Your Business Potential in 2025

January 23 11:00 AM Online

Are you ready to break free from what’s holding you back and turn 2025 into your most impactful year yet? Join Monique Farmer, APR, on Jan. 23, 2025 for an...

Business Financial Literacy Series

January 23 4:30 PM Online

The WBEC-East Business Financial Literacy Series is a free 3-week workshop series that helps entrepreneurs and prospective business owners understand the fundamentals of finance. This series, hosted in partnership with...

Implicaciones legales y de impuestos al establecer un negocio

January 25 7:30 AM Online

Emprendedores muchas veces no tienen el tiempo necesario para conocer las implicaciones Legales y de Impuestos de sus negocios. Únase a nosotros en este taller interactivo que le proporcionará la...

Polishing Your Business Idea

January 25 9:00 AM Online

Polishing Your Business Idea provides step-by-step guidance in researching your idea, your market, and your competition. At the end of the Polishing Your Business Idea webinar, you are able to:...

Marketing Strategy

January 25 11:30 AM Online

Marketing is more than advertising. Marketing Strategy provides you with an introduction to marketing methods & tools to maximize your customer reach.This session covers pricing strategies, positioning, the difference between...

Social Media Marketing

January 25 1:00 PM Online

You will learn the basics of Social Media Marketing, and how it fits into your overall marketing strategy.At the end of this webinar, you’ll learn:* The steps it takes to...

How to Start a Business

January 27 11:00 AM Online

Are you interested in starting a business? If you are please join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to learn about SBA's 10 Step...

Marketing Research: When and How to Use It

January 27 3:30 PM Online

Small business owners tend to under-utilize marketingresearch as they develop their products and strategies. This is often due to a lack of understanding of when research should be performed and...

Starting a Cafe/Restaurant

January 27 3:30 PM Online

Do you have the dream of starting a food business but don't know where to start? Or perhaps you've already started your food business but would like to make sure...

Credit & Financing for Businesses

January 28 9:00 AM Online

In this workshop, business owners will learn the types of credit available to a small business owner such as lines of credit, credit cards and term loans, as well financing...

Increase Sales with Google Tools

January 28 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to promote your products online using Google Tools. We'll show how local brick and mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We'll also cover Google...

Canva 101 – Keep It Creative!

January 28 11:00 AM Online

Stand out on social media with eye-catching designs. Our hands-on beginner course teaches you how to create beautiful visual content that captivates audiences using CanvaWhat to Expect:Strategically plan social media...

Buy or Sell Your Business

January 28 11:30 AM Online

Are you ready to pass on the torch by selling your business in the future? Have you considered acquiring a business instead of starting one? Buying and/or Selling Your Business...

Establishing Business Credit - Learn how to apply for and maintain good personal and business credit

January 29 9:30 AM Online

A poor credit history can have an impact on your ability to obtain a small business loan, the rates you pay for business insurance and the attractiveness of your business...

Grow with Google: Increase Your Sales with Google Tools

January 29 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We’ll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center,...

Using AI in Your Business - Your Simple Guide to Getting Started

January 29 10:00 AM Online

If you're feeling uncertain about AI and want to learn how other business owners are taking those first baby steps, this workshop is for you.I'm Shea Johnson, a SCORE mentee...

Leveraging AI for Smarter Marketing Strategies

January 30 8:00 AM Online

Learn how to use the power of AI to assist your marketing strategies. We will review prompting techniques, what you can best leverage AI in using it to assist your...

Social Media the Smart Way: Paid Search with Facebook & Instagram

January 30 9:30 AM Online

In this 90-minute webinar tailored for small business owners, we'll dive into the world of paid social media advertising on Facebook and Instagram. These powerful platforms offer unparalleled opportunities to...

QuickBooks Quirks & How to Avoid Them

January 30 11:00 AM Online

Quickbooks Online is a great program that many business owners utilize. In order to avoid some very common mistakes, there are some quirks you need to be aware of. We...

Business Financial Literacy Series

January 30 4:30 PM Online

The WBEC-East Business Financial Literacy Series is a free 3-week workshop series that helps entrepreneurs and prospective business owners understand the fundamentals of finance. This series, hosted in partnership with...

How to be Bank Ready for Business Loans

January 31 8:00 AM Online

Learn what banks look for when they’re considering financing your next start-up, expansion or equipment. Plus, learn how to put together a bank ready package that sure to increase your...

Simplify Your Social Media Marketing

January 31 1:00 PM Online

Join this insightful webinar to learn practical tips and explore key resources to kickstart your social media marketing. Gain clarity, build confidence, and discover strategies that will help you grow...

February

Key Metrics For Successfully Managing Small Businesses

February 01 10:00 AM Online

Metrics are an important part of the strategy; the habit of measuring and monitoring our actions helps us define what we want and measure progress towards the goals set, allowing us...

Bookkeeping Basics Virtual Workshop

February 04 7:00 AM Online

Accurate bookkeeping serves as the foundation of your business’s accounting and financial systems– impacting the growth and success of your business. Bookkeeping Basics, presented by Wilke CPAs & Advisors will...

Hiring Your First Employee

February 04 11:00 AM Online

Your small business is growing! Let's get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee. Join us as we discuss required employee documentation, payroll and whether you can...

Owning and Investing in Real Estate for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs

February 04 11:30 AM Online

This is critical information for anyone interested in buying real estate, especially for small business owners looking to secure their long term future by owning their property, plant and equipment.

Digital Marketing Dynamics

February 04 12:00 PM Online

Feeling overwhelmed by all the social media platforms and not sure where to focus? Success isn’t about being everywhere—it's about being strategic on the right platforms! Join our Digital Marketing...

April

Digital Marketing Dynamics

April 01 12:00 PM Online

Feeling overwhelmed by all the social media platforms and not sure where to focus? Success isn’t about being everywhere—it's about being strategic on the right platforms! Join our Digital Marketing...