Food Innovation Network

First Step - Week 2
2017-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
CommunityEnterprise offers accessible and affordable “first step” entrepreneurship training, consulting and other support, empowering people in low-wealth and underserved communities to start and grow profitable small businesses sustainably connected to a local, living economy.

The First Step series is essential for those who want to start a business. It is not a “How to Start a Business” class. Instead, it will help you assess your readiness and the feasibility of your business idea and business goals.
Classes meet for 2 hours a week, for 3 weeks.
Apply online at www.cie-nw.org/applyhttp://www.cie-nw.org/apply
or email communityenterprise@cie-nw.org for more information.

First Step (South Seattle)
2017-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
This four-week series includes First Step Idea Session: From Idea to Startup, Does Your Idea Make Financial Sense, and a session on personal readiness. This workshop or equivalent is required to receive free one-on-one business advising from CIE. To register, or ask questions, email communityenterprise@cie-nw.org

Money on a Mission Expo
2017-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 | https://impactflow.com/event/money-on-a-mission-expo-1376, 1200 12th Avenue S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Are you a small business leader looking for financing?
Money on a Mission Expo connects small business owners and social entrepreneurs with local lenders and resources to help you build your dreams and our local, just, sustainable economy.
NETWORK | CONNECT | LEARN
The free one-day event will feature networkgin, workshops and exhibitors, including lenders and organizations that want to help your business grow.
Schedule
1 PM | Registration opens
2 PM | Workshop: Accessing Capital to Fuel Your Growth
3 PM | Keynote Remarks by Kat Taylor, Co-CEO and Co-Founder, Beneficial State Bank
4 PM | Event concludes
CONFIRMED EXHIBITORS
B Labs
Beneficial State Bank
Business Impact NW
Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship
City of Seattle Office of Economic Development
Craft3
Evergreen Business Capital
EXIM Bank
Greater Seattle SCORE
Impact Capital
Rainier Valley Development Fund
Small Business Administration
Ventures

Register here: https://impactflow.com/event/money-on-a-mission-expo-1376
Questions? Email Anne at ademelle@beneficialstate.org

Money In a Mission
2017-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
MONEY ON A MISSION EXPO

Are you a small business leader looking for financing?
Money on a Mission Expo connects small business owners and social entrepreneurs with local lenders and resources to help you build your dreams and our local, just, sustainable economy.
NETWORK | CONNECT | LEARN
The free one-day event will feature workshops and exhibitors, including lenders and organizations that want to help your business grow.
Schedule
1 PM | Registration opens
2 PM | Workshop: Accessing Capital to Fuel Your Growth
3 PM | Keynote Remarks by Kat Taylor, Co-CEO and Co-Founder, Beneficial State Bank
4 PM | Event concludes
Confirmed Exhibitors
B Labs
Beneficial State Bank
Business Impact NW
Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship
City of Seattle Office of Economic Development
Craft3
Evergreen Business Capital
EXIM Bank
Greater Seattle SCORE
Impact Capital
Small Business Administration
Ventures
Registration
The event is free for all to attend. Register now to ensure your spot.
impactflow.com/event/money-on-a-mission-expo-1376
Walk-up registration will be available on a space available basis.

First Step - Week 1
2017-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States

SeaTac Community Garden
2017-02-02 18:00 - 19:30, 2017-02-02 08:00 - 17:00 | SeaTac Community Garden, 3735 24th Avenue, South, SeaTac, WA, 98168, United States
City of SeaTac’s first community garden is scheduled to open the spring of 2017 at North SeaTac Park adjacent to the botanical and Japanese gardens. The community garden will have small garden plots available to SeaTac residents for rent (April 1-October 31). Plants grown on the rented plots are for personal use, donations or to share with others.
Eligibility
~ Plot holder must be at least 18 years of age.
~ City of SeaTac residents have priority in receiving a plot. Non-residents may apply and be assigned a plot if available. Residency will be confirmed by a valid State of Washington driver’s license or utility bill.
~ A maximum of 2 plots can be assigned to a household if all other eligible gardeners have received a plot.
Registration Opens Tuesday, January 3rd!
~ You may register at the SeaTac Community Center. Link to application form is below.
~ Registration fee is $40 per year.
Registration information provided in links below.
SeaTac Community Garden Brochure (Information, Rules & Regulations)
Application Form

CIE's February Lean Launch Meetup
2017-02-02 10:00 - 12:00 | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
Are you trying to figure out how your business will make money? Then you need lean launch!
If you have completed our First Step series, you are invited to register for our next meet up on Thursday, February 2nd, from 10am to 12noon, at Impact HUB Seattle in Pioneer Square. Registration is free.
Registration closes at the end of the day on Wednesday, February 1, and space is limited, so do it now!
At the meet ups, you will learn how to use the Business Model Canvas to develop a mindset for business success while discovering how your business will generate sustainable revenue and profit. You will share your discoveries with other CIE members and CIE’s volunteer business mentors who will provide useful feedback and ideas for deeper discovery and validation.
A lean launch meet up is not a class but a simple and flexible process.
Meet ups will be offered monthly at a regular place and time. You can come every month, or you can just drop in whenever you need help or want to help others – or if you just need a little inspiration.
Every meet up includes a chalk talk about the lean launch approach to starting a business. Then you’ll have an opportunity to make a 5-minute “fast pitch” presentation on your business model, followed by 5 minutes of discussion and feedback. There will be time at the end of the meet ups to go deeper, or make connections for one-on- one coaching or mentoring.
Don’t spend time writing a business plan until you’ve developed your business model. Launch lean!

First Step (South Seattle)
2017-02-01 14:00 - 16:00 | CIE, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
Neighborhood House – Rainier Vista

This four-week series includes First Step Idea Session: From Idea to Startup, Does Your Idea Make Financial Sense, and a session on personal readiness. This workshop or equivalent is required to receive free one-on-one business advising from CIE. To register, or ask questions, email communityenterprise@cie-nw.org

South King County Forum on Homelessness
2017-02-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Kent Commons Community Center, 525 Fourth Avenue N (at James Street) , Kent, WA, 98032, United States
The purpose of the forum meetings:

Keep South King County homeless service providers in touch with each other
Share resources
Receive updates and announcements of new or future projects
Coordinate efforts in ending homelessness
Bridge the disconnect between the homeless and available services

FIN IS INVITING YOU TO TOUR:
2017-01-30 04:00 - 17:30 | WA
Ishtar Greek & Mediterranean
Freshly and Flavorful Middle Eastern Food

Come and join us to explore the
Ishtar Restaurant & A the story of immigrating who came to the United States about 25 years ago from Iraq. Alaa who made his dream becoming a reality

When: Monday, January 30, 2017
Time: 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Location: RSVP for Location
To attend please contact Sheelan Shamdeen:
(206)573-0218
sheelan@foodinnovationnetwork.org
foodinnovationnetwork.org

Legal Clinic - Wayfind Legal
2017-01-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Edmonds Community College, 20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, , WA, 98036, United States
Edmonds Community College

First Step: Start a Home Based or Cottage Food Business: Week 1
2017-01-27 18:00 - 19:45 | Lake City Library, 12501 28th Ave. N.E, Seattle , WA, 98125, United States
Want to start a Small Food Business in your own kitchen? Yes, you can! Join the Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship and the Seattle Public Library for a free six week workshop to find out if your food business idea makes sense, and how to get started.
Class includes rules and regulations, marketing, keeping records, financing your business, packaging and required labels. Qualified individuals will be able to take advantage of free one-on-one business consulting with a Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship business advisor after they complete the series.
Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:45pm
Week 1: February 27
Week 2: March 6
Week 3: March 13
Week 4: March 20
Week 5: March 27
Week 6: April 3
For details, link here: www.eventbrite.com/e/first-step-start-a-home-based-or-cottage-food-business-tickets-293405634

Peer Loan Group Meeting #1 of 3
2017-01-26 18:30 - 21:00 | ventures, 2100 24th Ave .S, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
Peer Loans are designed to provide access to capital for individuals who are unable to access loans at banks or other financial institutions due to lack of collateral, credit, banking experience, or other obstacles.
Are you interested in applying for a Peer Loan? Make sure you meet the following requirements:

Graduate of the Ventures Business Development Training and member of Advanced Services
Participate in monthly Peer Loan Groups in either English or Spanish
Have a business plan and financial statements
Open a business checking account
Obtain any necessary state and city business licenses
Clearly identify the need for the loan and your plan for repayment

Peer Loan Group members have access to peer loans up to $5,000, with an initial loan up to $2,000. Loans can be used for eligible business purposes, including purchasing equipment, launching an e-commerce Web site, advertising, or obtaining raw materials. Our experienced team of staff and volunteer financial advisers work closely with applicants to solidify their business plans and financial statements, and meet all application requirements.
The loan interest rate for Peer Loans is fixed, currently at 7.25%, set at the time of funds disbursement. Interest rates may be substituted by a commensurate flat service charge in the event that payment of interest conflicts with borrower’s religious or moral beliefs. Peer Loans rely on “social collateral” through peer loan group attendance rather than physical collateral to secure repayment.
If you meet these requirements and are interested in a Peer Loan, please contact mgomez@venturesnonprofit.org to learn more

Taller Emprende
2017-01-25 17:30 - 21:00 | ventures, 2100 24th Ave .S, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
Nuestro programa está dividido en tres fases:
Fase 1 Taller Emprende: Este taller de 4 horas orienta en los temas generales para iniciar y dirigir su microempresa. Al concluir el taller, habrá la opción de continuar en nuestro curso de Capacitaciones de Desarrollo de Negocio de 8 semanas. El primer paso para ser parte de los programas y servicios de Ventures es registrarse en el Taller Emprende.
Para las personas que viven en Seattle y hablan inglés, hay la opción de tomar el curso en ingles con mayor cercanía a su domicilio. Vea nuestra Página de Inscripción para más información sobre los talleres en inglés que ofrecemos en Seattle y Kent.
Hay dos maneras de inscribirse para el taller Emprende. Para registrarse en línea, por favor siga el enlace arriba y llene la información que le pide. Para registrarse por teléfono, llama al (206) 352-1945 opción español.

Small Business Tax Workshop
2017-01-18 18:00 - 21:00 | StartZone, 2400 S. 240th St, Des Moines , WA, 98198, United States
The Small Business Tax Work Shop provides an overview of accounting & tax expectations of running a business, as well as an overview of the process. This class will empower small business owners to work independently or with an accountant. Attendees can expect to acquire an understanding of their responsibilities as it relates to accounting and tax.
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Presenter: Bekele, David

January Legal Day of Caring
2017-01-18 15:00 - 19:00 | 2100 Building, 22100 24th Ave. S. , Seattle, WA, 98102
Sign up to meet with an attorney, at NO COST, and ask them your legal questions about your business.
There will be attorneys with expertise in the following areas:

Legal Entity and Incorporation (Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Limited Liability Corporation)
Contracts
Employment Law, Employees vs. Contractors
Intellectual Property (Protecting your name and logo)

REGISTER: Contact ahollander@venturesnonprofit.org to book an appointment. Slots are 45 minutes each.

Project Feast Cafe Work Party!
2017-01-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Cafe Ubuntu, 202 W Gowe St, Kent, WA, 98032-5808
Project Feast is launching it’s new lunch cafe this February and we need your help getting it spruced up for customers! The Cafe will be the site of our Culinary Apprenticeship Program, which provides job training for immigrants and refugees who are passionate about working in the food industry.
Join us, get your hands dirty with your community and help us launch the cafe!
Activities:
Flooring
Cleaning
Organizing Kitchen.
Please sign up using this google doc:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16Bf84n6I5S_2MwpxW_QEtmvMX5ED7Vnwey4pBvGQe0g/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you all and we hope to see you in January!

Plug Into Ventures Night
2017-01-12 18:30 - 21:00 | 2100 Building, 2100 24th Ave. S. , Seattle, WA, 98102 , United States
This night is designed for clients who are interested in learning more about our programs as well as our loan program.
6:30-7:45: Advanced Services Information & Sign-Up for Programs
7:45-9:00: Loan Program Overview & QA
It’s a great opportunity to…

Register for upcoming programs & coaching
Learn about financing opportunities through Ventures with our Peer Loan Program

Please Bring:

A copy of your feasibility plan or Business Development Training Workbook
Your Calendar!

Can’t make it? No worries! Reach out to us to setup a business coaching appointment by contacting programs@venturesnonprofit.org

Drill Down: Small Business Tax Workshop
2017-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship, pin Hide Map 7020 196th St SW, , Lynnwood, WA, 98036-5082, United States
Focuses on the fundamentals of federal taxes for small business owners. It covers the basics of small business tax forms, including Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business, Schedule SE, Self-Employment Tax, and Form 1040-ES, Estimated Tax for Individuals among others. It provides an opportunity to get answers to a wide range of tax questions about running a small business venture.
This workshop is available for CommunityEnterprise Members ONLY!
Not a member? Email us and we will include you to our waitlist. We will contact you if there are seats available. Registration fee of $20 will be applied and will be collected at the door.
If you have any question, please email us at communityenterprise@cie-nw.org

QuickBooks
2017-01-10 18:00 - 21:00 | StartZone, 2400 S. 240th St, Des Moines, WA, 98108
Do you own a business but wish you understand QuickBooks better? This is the class for you. In easy to learn, nontechnical language, you will learn:

A Basic introduction to how QuickBooks organizes finances and accounting tasks
How to use the financial insights and company snapshot tools
How to access reports that will help you make better business decisions
Red flags to look for when reviewing the work of your bookkeeper or accountant

This class is designed for business owners and potential business owners with no to moderate experience using QuickBooks.
Presenter: Stevenson, Alice

Taste of Tukwila
2016-12-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South, Meeting Room A, Seattle, WA, 98168, United States

Community Engagement Work Group
2016-12-13 03:00 - 16:30 | SeaTac, SeaTac, WA, United States
Working to ensure community voice and involvement. (Drop-ins welcome, please RSVP to allison@foodinnovationnetwork.org for room location).

FIN Center Work Group
2016-12-01 09:30 - 11:00 | SeaTac, SeaTac, WA, United States
Group dedicated toward the long-term development of the FIN Center at the Matt Griffin YMCA. (Drop-ins welcome, please RSVP to allison@foodinnovationnetwork.org for room location).

FIN Tour: Seattle Chocolate Company
2016-11-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Come and join us at the tour to explore the Seattle Chocolates Company.

https://youtu.be/-YE4YgLAlt8?t=3s

First Step: Does Your Business Make Sense - Part 4
2016-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Rainier Vista, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
This four-week series includes First Step Idea Session: From Idea to Startup, Does Your Idea Make Financial Sense, and a session on personal readiness. This format is ideal for groups with little or no business background. Sign up at http://www.cie-nw.org.

African Cultural Fair
2016-11-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Mother Africa, 1209 Central Avenue South, Kent, WA, 98032, United States

First Step: Does Your Business Make Sense - Part 3
2016-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Rainier Vista, 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States

First Step: Start a Home Based or Cottage Food Business (Part 6)
2016-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Delridge Library, 5423 Delridge Way SW, Seattle, WA, 98106, United States
Want to start a Small Food Business in your own kitchen? Yes, you can! Join us for a free six-week workshop to find out if your food business idea makes sense, and how to get started. Class includes rules and regulations, marketing, keeping records, financing your business, packaging and required labels. Qualified individuals will be able to take advantage of free one-on-one business consulting with a Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship business advisor after they complete the series.
