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.

July

Risk Management for Small Businesses

July 14 10:00 AM Online

Join this webinar to explore the importance of risk management and its impact on long-term value creation and sustainable growth for your business – and the risks that you may...

Business Financial Literacy

July 14 10:30 AM Online

In this webinar, you will learn what Financial Management is, and why each business needs it. Learn how to answer these important questions:·        Are you making a profit?·        Is there enough...

SBA 101: The Key to Funding, Growth, and Success

July 14 11:00 AM Online

The key to funding, growth, and success lies in a strategic combination of preparation, networking, and adaptability. Securing funding requires a solid business plan, financial transparency, and a clear value...

Money Matters 2025: Where Smart Money Moves Matter

July 14 12:30 PM Online

Join us for “Money Matters,” an informal and engaging monthly class designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the financial knowledge and skills necessary to thrive. This series...

Marketing Research: When and How to Use It

July 14 3:30 PM Online

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

Tax Education for Growing Small Businesses

July 15 7:00 AM Online

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has partnered with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to host a Tax Education webinar for Agricultural...

Social Media Basics for Small Businesses

July 15 10:00 AM Online

Make Your Social Media Work Harder for You! Take the guesswork out of social media. Learn to use it strategically to grow your business—without the overwhelm.Edit Short DescriptionDescription• Leverage FREE...

Strategies to Identify and Reach Your Target Customers

July 15 10:00 AM Online

In this Marketing workshop, we start by helping you identify your target market. These are your best potential customers and knowing them helps you create a better product or service. It also...

Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success

July 16 11:00 AM Online

In today's competitive business landscape, a successful entrepreneur requires more than just technical expertise and a keen sense of market trends. They also need a resilient mindset that can help...

Business Essentials: Realistic Goal Setting for Business Growth

July 16 11:00 AM Online

Setting the right goals and executing them can get you on track and ignite your business growth. Seems simple, but why is it so hard? In this class, you'll learn...

Really, You Want to Buy a Business?

July 16 11:00 AM Online

If you have thought about buying a business rather than creating one, this is the workshop for you to attend. Find out what is involved in buying an established concern...

Stocked & Steady: Supply Chain Tips for Small Businesses

July 16 1:00 PM Online

Supply chain disruptions can hit small businesses hard—but with the right strategy, you can stay stocked, steady, and ready for anything. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to protect your product-based...

Introduction to Google Ads

July 17 8:00 AM Online

Google advertising can be a great marketing tool for virtually any type and size of organization. With the ability to target ads, and customize your ad spend, this is an...

Exploring Entrepreneurship: Are You Ready to Start a Business?

July 17 8:00 AM Online

Thinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin? This practical class will help you explore if entrepreneurship is right for you, understand what makes a business idea...

Social Media Shake-Up - Strategy That Sticks with AI

July 17 10:00 AM Online

It’s time to stop the scroll-stress and start posting with purpose. This workshop will show you how to create a social media strategy that drives results—and AI will be your...

GROW Nebraska: Navigating Successful Shipping

July 17 11:00 AM Online

Gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of shipping products, whether it’s a single unit, a case or a pallet. With this session you’ll learn cost-effective strategies to streamline your...

Pay Per Click Advertising - Or How Not to Lose Your Shirt on Google

July 17 2:00 PM Online

This workshop will cover the following key aspects of advertising on Google:1.      Introduction to Google advertising 2.      Different types of ads 3.      Keyword and targeting strategies.4.      Measuring success

Las 5 razones principales por las que los bancos rechazan solicitudes de préstam

July 17 4:00 PM Online

Los bancos deniegan más del 80% de las solicitudes de financiación de pequeñas empresas y casi el 90% de las solicitudes de emprendimientos. ¿Pero por qué? Venga a conocer las...

QuickBooks

July 17 4:00 PM Online

This workshop is suitable for entry-level and beginner users of QuickBooks Online version only. It is not designed for intermediate users. The objective is to learn the basics and include...

Diseñando un Modelo de Negocio

July 19 7:30 AM Online

Aprenda a usar el BMC (Business Model Canvas) para desarrollar un nuevo modelo de negocio. Ya sea para arrancar su negocio o para modificar o relanzar un modelo existente. Costo: gratuito Copia...

Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials

July 19 8:30 AM Online

Running a business requires more than just a great idea—it takes strategy, financial literacy, and operational know-how. This workshop will provide new and existing entrepreneurs with an understanding of what...

Take Your Business From Chaos to Clarity

July 21 8:00 AM Online

Here’s the truth—most entrepreneurs are stuck because they’re building their business completely out of order. And no one’s telling them. Today, I’m breaking it down. No sugarcoating. No B.S. Just the...

Smart Money for Small Businesses with SBA: Strong Business Credit

July 21 10:30 AM Online

The Credit Reporting for a Small Business module provides an overview of credit reporting and is designed to help participants to understand how reporting their credit can benefit their business.

Reach Customers Online with Google

July 21 11:00 AM Online

Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO)...

QuickBooks Online Express - 2 part series

July 21 3:30 PM Online

This two-part series is designed for small business owners who have used QuickBooks Online (QBO) within the last six months or have basic familiarity with the platform.In this hands-on refresher,...

Lead Generation Strategies to Grow Your Business

July 21 4:00 PM Online

Growing a business takes more than just hustle. You need leadership, a great product or service, and most importantly—a steady flow of qualified leads. Even the best offer won’t succeed...

Smarter Social Media: Using AI to Simplify Your Strategy

July 21 5:00 PM Online

Online Business Owners, are you struggling to keep up with social media? AI tools can now help you write posts, plan content, and even learn what your audience wants. In...

Crafting a Strong Brand Name

July 22 8:00 AM Online

Choosing the right brand name is a crucial step toward your business's long-term success—and one of the most challenging. In this seminar, we’ll walk through the essential steps for developing...

How to Project Cash Flow to Run or Save Your Business

July 22 8:00 AM Online

In today's business environment, it is crucial to understand and manage cash flow effectively. Our workshop will help you interpret bank information and accounting software to run your business more...

From Clicks to Customers: Boost Your Ecommerce Growth with Google Ads & SEO

July 22 11:00 AM Online

Whether you're launching your first online store or refining a long-established one, your digital storefront holds immense potential as a revenue stream. But having an online store is only the...

The Dos and Don’ts of using LinkedIn as a Prospecting Tool

July 22 11:00 AM Online

The Dos and Don’ts of using LinkedIn as a Prospecting Tool - A Practical Guide to Gaining OpportunitiesAre you using LinkedIn to truly connect with potential clients—or just adding to...

Digital Marketing Playbook

July 22 11:00 AM Online

When you and your team are working hard to run your business, keeping up with your marketing can be tough. In this virtual session, you’ll learn to optimize your digital marketing...

Visualiza el Éxito de Tu Negocio

July 22 4:00 PM Online

Antes de que puedas construirlo, tienes que visualizarlo. En esta clase hablaremos sobre cómo desarrollar una visión clara para tu negocio, establecer metas estratégicas y convertir esa visión en acción...

How much money will it take to start my small business?

July 23 9:30 AM Online

The key to a successful business is preparation. Before your business opens, understanding your expenses will help you launch successfully and help you prepare to apply for a loan.  This...

Reach Customers Online with Google

July 23 10:00 AM Online

Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO)...

Social Media for Small Businesses

July 23 12:00 PM Online

Unlock the secrets to social media success in our upcoming webinar! Learn effective strategies to maximize your social media presence, build engagement, and drive results tailored to your business goals...

QuickBooks Online Express - 2 part series

July 23 3:30 PM Online

This two-part series is designed for small business owners who have used QuickBooks Online (QBO) within the last six months or have basic familiarity with the platform.In this hands-on refresher,...

Puntajes de crédito 101 (en español)

July 23 4:00 PM Online

Puntuaciones crediticias: cómo afecta esto a su planificación financieraÚnase a la asesora comercial de WBDC, Pat Posada Klapper, mientras exploramos los puntajes de crédito personales y los pasos que puede...

Choose the Business Structure That’s Right for You

July 24 9:00 AM Online

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?Small business owners and start-ups who want to select a business entity type that best meets their legal and tax needs.EVENT OVERVIEWAs a business owner, to choose the entity type...

HR Strategies for Building a Strong Childcare Team

July 24 10:00 AM Online

This training session is designed to equip childcare business owners, administrators, and HR professionals with the tools and strategies necessary to build and maintain a strong, committed, and compliant team...

GROW Nebraska: Hiring Smarter: Building a Strong Team as a Small Business

July 24 11:00 AM Online

Join us for a dynamic and insightful panel discussion focused on one of the biggest challenges — and opportunities — facing small businesses today: building the right team. In “Hiring...

Credit Basics

July 24 11:00 AM Online

This presentation will cover the fundamental principles of credit, including how credit scores work, the factors that impact them, and strategies for building and maintaining good credit. Attendees will learn...

Social Media Success Made Simple - Build Your Brand, Grow Your Business

July 24 11:00 AM Online

Social media is a powerful tool that influences how people connect, support causes, and make purchasing decisions. In this session, you'll learn how to use social media to drive awareness,...

Grow Your Business with AI-Powered Tools by Google

July 24 12:00 PM Online

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can help simplify business tasks and create new opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs – but knowing how to use it may...

Learn the Basics of Google Ads

July 24 5:00 PM Online

In this webinar, you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. The topics that we will cover:how to create an account and set...

Leadership Essentials

July 25 9:00 AM Online

No cost webinar. Empower yourself with leadership skills tailored to the unique challenges entrepreneurs face in business. Topics include building confidence, decision-making, and fostering team collaboration. 

QuickBooks Online Office Hour

July 25 10:00 AM Online

Have questions about QuickBooks Online? Join Sherry Konwerski, Business Advisor and Certified QuickBooks Pro, for an open office hour session where you can get real-time answers and support. Whether you’re...

How to Start a Business

July 28 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 Your Business

July 28 4:00 PM Online

For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many...

Budgeting for Marketing Success

July 29 9:00 AM Online

Marketing is an essential driver of growth and brand recognition, but allocating resources to your marketing efforts without a clear strategy can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. This presentation...

The Unique Challenges of Marketing a Service

July 29 10:00 AM Online

This workshop will provide valuable insights and strategies for effectively marketing a service-based business. Topics covered will include the challenges of making your service tangible and dealing with other issues...

Attract, Hire, Retain: Winning Recruitment Strategies for Small Business Success

July 29 10:00 AM Online

Join this webinar to learn effective recruitment strategies that help small businesses attract, hire, and retain top talent. Gain practical insights to support your business growth and long-term success.

Staying in Business with Real-World Financial Management Tools

July 29 10:00 AM Online

Money comes in and money goes out...  That’s it, right? Nope. The only way you stay in business over the long haul is by exploiting effective financial management practices and keeping...

ChatGPT y Gemini: Potencia tu Negocio con IA Conversacional

July 29 7:00 PM Online

Explora el poder de los asistentes de IA más avanzados: ChatGPT y Gemini. Aprende cómo utilizarlos para generar contenido, automatizar la atención al cliente, mejorar la comunicación con tu audiencia...

August

Digital Marketing Dynamics

August 05 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...