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.

May 2026

Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications for Small Businesses

May 12, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to navigate federal contracts and determine which certification is right for your business - join us for all the basics!Welcome to our online event!Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications...

LinkedIn: Connect and Engage for Growth

May 12, 2026 10:30 AM Online

This session will focus on using the LinkedIn to establish your reputation as an expert and reach your target audience. We will discuss the LinkedIn algorithm, and strategies to grow...

Starting a Side Hustle

May 12, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Considering starting a small business on the side to make extra money? Want to see if you can make a little extra cash with your hobby?Find out about different ways...

Social Media Principles for Business: Facebook/Instagram

May 12, 2026 1:00 PM Online

In this webinar we will walk through the steps of digital marketing plan creation. As part of this we will focus on:setting goals that lead to desired results for your...

Explorando el emprendimiento: ¿está listo para iniciar un negocio?

May 12, 2026 3:30 PM Online

¿Estás pensando en empezar un negocio pero no sabes por dónde comenzar? Esta clase práctica te ayudará a explorar si el emprendimiento es lo adecuado para ti, a entender qué hace...

AI for Small Business Operations

May 13, 2026 8:00 AM Online

AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini have moved from novelty to business necessity — but most small business owners aren’t sure where to start or how to get...

QuickBooks 101: Set Up and Start Tracking Your Business Finances

May 13, 2026 8:00 AM Online

QuickBooks can make running your business easier—once you know how to use it.In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to get started in QuickBooks and set up your system to...

Developing Community Development Partnerships for Affordable Housing In Nebraska

May 13, 2026 8:30 AM Online

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban development (HUD), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will host a webinar to promote community development partnerships...

Storytelling That Resonates: Crafting Authentic Narratives for Business Growth

May 13, 2026 9:00 AM Online

People don’t just buy products—they buy the stories behind them. Join storytelling strategist April Pertuis for a hands-on workshop designed to help small business owners own and articulate their real,...

Buying a Franchise as a Small Business Option

May 13, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Curious about starting your own business in 2026? Franchising is an often overlooked option that allows entrepreneurs to be in business for themselves but not by themselves. (Duration 1 hr)

How to Create and Leverage the Power of Business Credit

May 13, 2026 4:00 PM Online

Starting a business requires money, which usually comes from the pockets of the owners. But using personal credit cards and personal loans to build a business can be dangerous, as...

SCORE Social Media Mastery: Hashtags & Content Calendars

May 14, 2026 8:00 AM Online

Step up your social media game with this advanced webinar on hashtags and content calendars. Discover how to use hashtags strategically to boost visibility and attract a larger audience. Explore...

AI for Small Businesses: Where to Start

May 14, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Understand what AI can actually do for your business and the easiest tools to begin using today. This session will introduce practical AI tools that can help you save time,...

Establishing GOOD Credit to Apply for your Upcoming Business Loan

May 14, 2026 10:00 AM Online

This presentation will showcase a number of strategies that will improve your overall credit score ranges. Credit scores can take a very long time to clean up; we will cover...

GROW Nebraska: Stop Scollers in Their Tracks

May 14, 2026 10:30 AM Online

Lisa Hilferty founded Buzz Online in 2016 and has always had a passion for turning great ideas into income. What started with a simple Facebook post for her parents’ business...

Beginner's Guide to Instagram

May 14, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Discover how Instagram can support your business. This beginner-friendly training covers profile setup, content ideas, hashtags, and simple strategies to start building your audience.Registration closes at 12:00 PM on Monday,...

Nuts and Bolts to Hiring Summer Help

May 15, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Join the UTSA SBDC and attorney Rebecca Smith, founder and CEO of the Rebecca Smith Law Firm, PLLC, for this lively presentation of how to be compliant with labor laws, have...

Picture Perfect: Content Creation Made Simple

May 15, 2026 9:00 AM Online

No cost virtual event. Registration Link It’s Financial Friday with the Plemons Playbook. A practical course to simplify content creation. Learn easy Canva tips for eye-catching graphics and simple posting...

Defining Your Business Model

May 16, 2026 7:30 AM Online

Have an existing business? Use this class to step back and look at your existing business model and determine future opportunities. Have an idea for a new business? Let’s lay...

Polishing Your Business Idea

May 16, 2026 9:00 AM Online

In this **FREE Webinar**, this session 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...

Marketing Strategy

May 16, 2026 11:15 AM Online

In this **FREE Webinar**, you will learn that Marketing is more than advertising. Marketing Strategy provides you with an introduction to marketing methods & tools to maximize your customer reach.This...

Social Media Marketing

May 16, 2026 1:00 PM Online

In this **FREE Webinar**, 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...

Building Your Accounting Foundation

May 18, 2026 4:00 PM Online

Accounting can be one of the most cryptic and overwhelming pieces of business. However, efficient, accurate accounting is also the key to a sustainable business. In this free workshop, you'll...

Build & Improve Your Social Media Presence: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Google

May 18, 2026 4:00 PM Online

Social Media is a powerful marketing channel—and potential game-changer. In this webinar, we’ll guide your strategy with effective tools to establish and grow your online presence.SOCIAL BRANDING TIPS: How to...

Getting Your Business Loan Ready: What Lenders Want to See

May 19, 2026 8:00 AM Online

Thinking about applying for funding but not sure where to start? We’re here to guide you every step of the way.In this session, we’ll walk through what it takes to...

How They Buy: Selling to the Four Personality Styles

May 19, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Every client has their own decision-making style. This session equips you with the tools to decode the four major personality types, adapt your pitch to match their preferences, and dramatically...

Why Video Is Now Your Best Salesperson: A Small Business Owner's Guide to the Video Landscape

May 19, 2026 12:00 PM Online

Video isn't just content anymore — it's how customers find businesses they never knew to search for. In this session we'll map out the entire video landscape so you know...

The Money Side of Your Food Business

May 19, 2026 3:30 PM Online

Running a successful food business isn’t just about great recipes—it’s about understanding your numbers. Financial statements give you insight into your business’s performance, financial position, and cash flow. In this...

Start A Small Business in 8 Steps

May 19, 2026 4:00 PM Online

The Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center invites entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners to "Start a Small Business in 8 Steps". Note: All our webinars and events are open to women...

Selling Your Business?

May 20, 2026 Online

How to Structure Value, and Prepare Your Business For SaleThinking about selling but not sure where to start? Join us for a free 90-minute liveworkshop on structuring a deal, calculating...

Cash Flow Strategy for Small Business Owners

May 20, 2026 8:30 AM Online

Cash Flow Strategy for Small Business Owners is designed to assist you to plan, forecast and manage your cash so your business remains stable and grows with confidence. Topics include...

Tu éxito con QuickBooks Online

May 20, 2026 11:00 AM Online

¿Acabas de contratar QuickBooks y no sabes por dónde empezar? No te preocupes. En esta sesión en vivo, te llevaremos de la mano por las funciones esenciales de la plataforma...

Building Strong Credit Strategies for Small Businesses

May 20, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Join us for an informative webinar designed to help small business owners understand and strengthen their business credit. This session will cover practical credit tips, common mistakes to avoid, and...

Tell a Story They Can't Stop Watching: Video Storytelling for Short and Long Form

May 20, 2026 12:00 PM Online

The businesses winning at video right now aren't the ones with the best cameras or the biggest budgets — they're the ones with the most compelling story. And here's the...

5 Steps to Increasing Your AI Exposure

May 21, 2026 8:00 AM Online

The landscape of online discovery is rapidly evolving, with consumers increasingly turning to AI engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini to find the services they need. Is your small business...

Scroll to Sale: TikTok Marketing That Converts

May 21, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Turn reels into revenue. Learn to create authentic content, capture attention fast, and convert views into measurable business results.This presentation explores how to transform social media—particularly TikTok—into a reliable revenue...

Top 5 Reasons Banks Deny Business Loan Requests

May 21, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Banks deny more than 80% of small business funding requests and nearly 90% of start-up requests. But why? Come learn the top five reasons why your small business loan request...

Marketing & Customer Engagement: How to Make Your Business Stand Out and Become a Destination

May 21, 2026 11:00 AM Online

This webinar will cover how to develop your competitive advantage to stand out from the pack! Tips to gain more repeat customers, build your brand, and content marketing fundamentals. Michael...

One Big Beautiful Bill and Business Provisions

May 21, 2026 12:00 PM Online

No cost virtual event. Live webinar, not recorded. Registration Link Understanding the One Big Beautiful Bill: Business Tax Provisions. Presenter Shani Southers, IRS Senior Stakeholder Liaison will lead this session...

Zeroing in on Specific Soft Skills for the Workplace

May 22, 2026 8:00 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...

Plan Smart: Understanding Business Planning

May 22, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Are you looking to start, grow, scale, or finance a business in Kentucky? To move forward with any of these pivotal steps in business, having a solid business plan in...

Unlock Business Funding: Get the Money You Need

May 23, 2026 7:30 AM Online

Stop letting money problems hold your business back! Discover the insider secrets to securing business funding from someone who knows what lenders really want. Explore funding option available—from traditional loans...

Federal Government Certification Programs

May 26, 2026 7:00 AM Online

This workshop covers the benefits of participating in these programs: Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Aside Program: Provides greater contracting opportunities for woman-owned small businesses via contracts to be competed for only by...

Manufacturing Minute

May 26, 2026 8:00 AM Online

Join us to learn more about SBA’s initiatives that support manufacturing across the nation. One of SBA’s top priorities is a deeper engagement with manufacturing communities where access to capital and...

Stop Guessing at Your Marketing: The Simple Framework to Know What to Do, What to Drop, and How to Decide

May 26, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Join Stephanie Scheller (a TEDx speaker, a three-time best-selling author, an award-winning entrepreneur and the founder of Grow Disrupt, a company that designs and produces “Grow Your Business” retreats and conferences for ADHD small business...

Legal Essentials in the Small Business World

May 26, 2026 12:00 PM Online

Legal Essentials in the Small Business World is an introductory workshop designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs understand the legal realities of operating in today’s business environment. This...

Square One: Work For Yourself en Español

May 26, 2026 1:00 PM Online

Tu puerta de acceso al capital o asesoramiento empresarial a través de Business Impact NW.Ya sea que seas nuevo en Business Impact NW, estés comenzando, necesites asesoramiento o estés listo...

Simple Steps for Starting a Business: Revenue and Profit Projections

May 26, 2026 4:00 PM Online

NOTE: Once you sign up for one part of this series, you will be signed up for all parts (no need to re-register).This is a 4 module workshop series that...

Money Smart: Selling Your Business

May 27, 2026 9:30 AM Online

Join the West Virginia District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for the series Money Smart for Small Business. This series provides a practical introduction to starting and...

E-mail Marketing That Works (in 2026)

May 27, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Email marketing is still one of the highest-ROI channels, if you do it right. In this 1-hour session, you’ll learn how to write emails people actually read, structure sequences that...

Marketing on a Budget When You Have No Time

May 27, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Running a small business often means wearing every hat—and marketing can quickly fall to the bottom of your to-do list, especially when time and money are tight. The good news?...

Understanding Your Opportunity- Market and industry Research

May 27, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Success isn't just about having a great idea—it's about knowing where that idea fits. This presentation connects the dots between industry trends and market realities to reveal the true potential...

Precios y Costos

May 27, 2026 11:00 AM Online

En cualquier negocio, fijar el precio correcto es fundamental; de ello depende que la empresa sea rentable. Aprenda a tener en cuenta sus costos y los precios de la competencia...

Exporting: International Expansion for Every Business Type

May 28, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Did you know that international sales are not just for large manufacturers?  If you are an artist, jewelry designer, beauty care producer, candle maker, etc. then international expansion may be...

Ask a Business Lawyer: What to Look for Before You Sign

May 28, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Before signing a loan, contract, or agreement, there are a lot of key things to look for and questions you should ask as a business owner. This session is designed...

Business Finance Basics

May 28, 2026 10:00 AM Online

In this workshop we discuss some banking basics for business including why it is important to have a separate business account from personal and we introduce a basic cash flow...

Domine las Ventas. Domine su Negocio!

May 28, 2026 3:00 PM Online

DOMINE LAS VENTAS, DOMINE SU NEGOCIO! Únase a nuestro seminario virtual gratuito y descubra cómo superar barreras, optimizar sus ventas y aumentar sus ingresos.📅 Jueves, Mayo 28 – 3:00 pm🌐 En...

Frictionless Marketing

May 28, 2026 4:00 PM Online

A frictionless experience keeps customers happy, while "That Was Easy" builds loyalty through delight and connection.Making things simple satisfies customers, but adding moments of joy creates a stronger emotional bond...

AI for the One-Person Marketing Team: How to Plan, Write & Optimize Faster

May 29, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Join us for the webinar hosted by UTSA SBDC, led by instructor Yusuf Chowdhury - Digital Marketing Strategist, Online Business Owners! Wearing all the marketing hats? AI can help lighten the load...

Licenses and Permits - Q & A about your DBA, EIN, Business Licenses and Selling

May 29, 2026 12:00 PM Online

Starting a business or making sure your current operations are compliant can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone! Join us for an informative and...

Habilidades para el Liderazgo Empresarial

May 30, 2026 7:30 AM Online

Este seminario se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades de liderazgo esenciales para aquellos que buscan emprender con éxito. En un entorno interactivo y enriquecedor, exploraremos las habilidades clave que...

June 2026

Business Valuation

June 02, 2026 10:00 AM Online

This session hosted by the Pace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) explores the key principles of business valuation, giving participants practical tools to assess worth and make confident financial...

Marketing Essentials: Advanced Training

June 02, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Have you attended the Marketing Fundamentals class and are still wondering how to best market your Veteran Owned Business? Marketing Essentials builds on the concepts presented in the Marketing Fundamental class...

Market Your Business Like an Ad Agency

June 02, 2026 11:00 AM Online

Find out how to use FREE tools and resources that will enable you to make smart marketing and advertising decisions for your business. (Duration: 1 hour)

Simple Steps - Cost, Pricing and Breakeven

June 02, 2026 4:00 PM Online

This webinar will cover:-What cost components to include and how costs behave-Objectives of product pricing, the factors that influence pricing and possible strategies-How to calculate your breakeven point and what...

TCD + NEF: Business Start Up

June 02, 2026 5:30 PM Trusted Community Development 1620 Broadway Scottsbluff, NE 69361

TCD is partnering with Nebraska Enterprise Fund to host Business Start Up: Kickstart Your Business Dreams. It is completely free to attend. If you've been sitting on a business idea...

Lights, Camera, Action! Videos and Animation with Canva

June 03, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Video isn’t optional anymore - it’s where your audience is. The good news is you don’t need expensive gear, a film degree, or hours of editing to create scroll-stopping videos...

Start Up Start Right

June 03, 2026 9:00 AM Online

Ready to turn your business into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We'll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure funding, and more with...

Foodpreneur: Recipe For Success Webinar

June 03, 2026 10:30 AM Online

Topic: Managing a BusinessThis webinar is tailored to new food entrepreneurs who have a great food, beverage or consumer idea or concept but are unsure of the next steps. This...

Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications for Small Businesses

June 09, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to navigate federal contracts and determine which certification is right for your business - join us for all the basics!Welcome to our online event!Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications...

Federal Government Certification Programs

June 25, 2026 7:00 AM Online

This workshop covers the benefits of participating in these programs: Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Aside Program: Provides greater contracting opportunities for woman-owned small businesses via contracts to be competed for only by...

July 2026

Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications for Small Businesses

July 14, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to navigate federal contracts and determine which certification is right for your business - join us for all the basics!Welcome to our online event!Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications...

Federal Government Certification Programs

July 23, 2026 7:00 AM Online

This workshop covers the benefits of participating in these programs: Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Aside Program: Provides greater contracting opportunities for woman-owned small businesses via contracts to be competed for only by...

August 2026

Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications for Small Businesses

August 11, 2026 10:00 AM Online

Learn how to navigate federal contracts and determine which certification is right for your business - join us for all the basics!Welcome to our online event!Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications...

Federal Government Certification Programs

August 27, 2026 7:00 AM Online

This workshop covers the benefits of participating in these programs: Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Aside Program: Provides greater contracting opportunities for woman-owned small businesses via contracts to be competed for only by...