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SUMMARY:Capital Access: Revolving Loan Fund 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Tacoma’s Community & Economic Development Department for a workshop designed to help local businesses understand and navigate the City’s Revolving Loan Fund. This session will provide an overview of the City’s Micro and Gap loan programs and offer practical guidance on how to prepare a strong loan application.  \nWhat You’ll Learn  \n\nAn overview of Tacoma’s Micro and Gap loan programs \n\n\nKey steps in the loan application process \n\n\nHow to understand and prepare required financial documents\, including income statements \n\n\nGeneral financing insights applicable beyond City loan programs \n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is intended for Tacoma-based entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in the City’s small business loan offerings\, as well as anyone seeking a clearer understanding of small business financing.  \nSpace is limited. Registration is encouraged.  \n✨ Free & Open to the Public\n🔗 Register now at: https://RLF101.eventbrite.com 
URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/capital-access-revolving-loan-fund-101/
LOCATION:Tacoma Public Library Wheelock Branch\, 3722 N 26th St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98407\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dierdre Patterson":MAILTO:Dpatterson3@tacoma.gov
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SUMMARY:Profit & Loss Show & Tell Workshop with The Fernseed
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Tacoma’s Community & Economic Development Department and Katherine Raz of The Fernseed for a candid look at what it actually costs to run an independent storefront business. This workshop will use a real-world P&L lens to help small business owners better understand revenue\, expenses\, margins\, and decision-making.
URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/profit-loss-show-tell-workshop-with-the-fernseed/
LOCATION:Tacoma Public Library Main Branch\, 1102 Tacoma Ave. S\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dierdre Patterson":MAILTO:Dpatterson3@tacoma.gov
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SUMMARY:AI For Small Business: Practical Tools for Growth Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Tacoma’s Community & Economic Development Department as they host AI for Small Businesses: Practical Tools for Real Growth on Tuesday\, March 10\, from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Tacoma Public Library Main Branch.  \nThis free workshop is designed to help Tacoma small business owners understand and apply artificial intelligence in practical\, responsible ways. Led by The Data Guys™\, the session will demystify AI and provide real-world demonstrations focused on marketing\, customer service\, workflow efficiency\, and day-to-day operations. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies and an implementation roadmap tailored to businesses at different stages of growth.  \nThe workshop is ideal for entrepreneurs\, early-stage startups\, and established small businesses across industries including retail\, food services\, construction\, and professional services.  \nRegistration is required. Space is limited.  \nTo register and learn more information\, please visit Make it Tacoma.     \nFor questions about this workshop or to request information in an alternate format\, contact Dierdre Patterson at Dpatterson3@tacoma.gov (253) 591-5621. 
URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/ai-for-small-business-practical-tools-for-growth-workshop/
LOCATION:Tacoma Main Library Branch\, 1102 Tacoma Ave. S\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402
ORGANIZER;CN="Dierdre Patterson":MAILTO:Dpatterson3@tacoma.gov
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SUMMARY:Capital Access: Revolving Loan Fund 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Tacoma’s Community & Economic Development Department for a workshop designed to help local businesses understand and navigate the City’s Revolving Loan Fund. This session will provide an overview of the City’s Micro and Gap loan programs and offer practical guidance on how to prepare a strong loan application. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nAn overview of Tacoma’s Micro and Gap loan programs\nKey steps in the loan application process\nHow to understand and prepare required financial documents\, including income statements\nGeneral financing insights applicable beyond City loan programs\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is intended for Tacoma-based entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in the City’s small business loan offerings\, as well as anyone seeking a clearer understanding of small business financing. \nSpace is limited. Registration is encouraged.
URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/capital-access-revolving-loan-fund-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Tacoma Public Library Main Branch\, 1102 Tacoma Ave. S\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dierdre Patterson":MAILTO:Dpatterson3@tacoma.gov
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