Start-Up

Bank Tank’s mission is to fuel businesses growth and expansion throughout Tampa Bay by providing business owners and entrepreneurs one stop to compare lending options in a no-pressure environment.Meet dozens of different lenders from across the region who are ready to help finance your business! The event will be held March 5, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the St. Petersburg College EpiCenter, 13805 58th St. N., Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760. Free registration is required. This event is presented by Clearwater Business SPARK and the Florida SBDC at Pinellas County Economic Development and sponsored by Bank United. For more information and registration visit: www.PCED.org/banktank

Bank Tank’s mission is to fuel businesses growth and expansion throughout Tampa Bay by providing business owners and entrepreneurs one stop to compare lending options in a no-pressure environment. Lenders this is your chance to reach approximately 100 business owners in one place to share your business loans, products, and services. The event will be held March 5, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the St. Petersburg College EpiCenter, 13805 58th St. N., Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760. Your $50 registration gets your bank a 6 foot table and two chairs for the event, and you are welcome to bring a team member. This event is presented by Clearwater Business SPARK and the Florida SBDC at Pinellas County Economic Development and sponsored by Bank United. For more information and registration visit: www.PCED.org/banktank

Learn what it takes to get a business loan and how to make your application the best it can be! Includes a simple overview of financial statements and the 5 C’s of credit

This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM on 1/21, 5/19, and 12/15/2020. The class will also be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 2/25/2020.

QuickBooks-Introduction: Get an overview of Quickbooks accounting software. Learn to set up the chart of account and the basic functions of the most popular software among accounting professionals today. Guest presenter Michael Carlisle, Enrolled Agent.
This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 1/21, 5/26, 8/11, and 11/17/2020.

How much do you want your company to be worth when it becomes time to exit the industry? A business valuation will tell you the current fair market value and it also provides the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that drive your successful growth. How do you measure your Key Performance Indicators? If you are not sure, then this seminar is for you. This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 1/28, and 9/22/2020.

The best way to get started! Receive information on the necessary licenses, permits, legal documents and requirements to do business in the State of Florida. Learn to refine your ideas into a plan for success. This class will be available at the Epi-Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM on 3/3, 5/5, 7/7, 9/1, 11/3/2020. This class will also be available at the Epi-Center from 12:00 noon - 2:00 PM on 2/4, 4/7, 6/2, 8/4, 10/6, 12/1/2020

Improve your sales and maximize your time with the right marketing strategies to fit your business and your personal style. Learn to combine marketing activities such as networking, event marketing, email and social media to move customers from awareness to raving fans of your products and services! This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM on 2/11, 6/9, 8/25, 10/13, and 12/8/2020. The class will also be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 4/14/2020.

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to help your business achieve financial success. Learn how to use your balance sheet and income statements and a few simple ratios to benchmark success and make decisions that will improve your bottom line.

This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 9:00 AM -11:00 AM on 2/18/2020

Understanding Cash Flow is the key to projecting and tracking your business success and it’s the easiest way to do it. Learn to build your own simple cash flow statements that help you reach your goals or to borrow money from a bank.

 

This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 2/18/2020.

Develop the right plan for your business needs. Receive an overview which features easy financials, a simple pitch format, and performance tracking. Ideal for new or experienced business owners to manage business growth, communicate ideas, or borrow money.
This class will be available at the Epi-Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM on 3/10, 5/12, 7/14 and 11/17/2020. This class is also available at the Epi-Center from Noon - 2:00 PM on 9/8/2020.

Learn about the insurance solutions available to protect your business from Cyber Liability and Data Breach issues. You hear the words Cyber Security and Data Breach every day in the news, find out exactly what they mean and how they can affect your business. This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 3/10, 6/30, 12/15/2020.

What is your Business Exit Strategy? Learn how to get out of your own way and make sure that you are focused on working towards the big picture. This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 3/31 and 10/27/2020.

Determine the precise insurance needs for your business! Topics of discussion will include Business Property, Business Liability, Professional Liability, Cyber Liability, Workers Compensation, Business Owners Policy, Bonds and many other areas of interest to the business owner. This is an excellent session for getting many of your insurance questions answered and eliminate any insurance knowledge fears! This class will be held at the Epi-Center from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM on 4/28/2020 and 7/28/2020.

Accounting & Tax Procedures: Get an overview of tax requirements needed satisfy IRS regulations and the generally accepted accounting procedures your business needs to manage your growth. Guest presenter John Gordos, Enrolled Agent.

This class is available at the Epi-Center from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM on the following: 5/12 and 8/18/2020