Business Clinic Workshop Series

We are excited to announce our fall workshop schedule! We can provide you with workshops on topics you have asked for more information on. Below you will find the dates and times.

We are also partnering with Polk County Financial Empowerment Center to provide FREE personal financial counseling for small business owners and entrepreneurs as part of each series! After registration, you’ll receive an email on how to schedule your personal session throughout the program.

Workshops

Meta Marketing (Facebook/Instagram)

Date: September 30^th (Tuesday) 5:30pm-7pm

Location: Aliber Hall, Drake University (2847 University Ave. Des Moines, IA)

Description: Learn how to use Meta’s tools to grow your business. This workshop walks you through key parts of the Meta Suite—Facebook Pages, Instagram, and Ads Manager. You’ll discover how to create engaging content, run effective ads, and track results. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll leave with practical strategies to connect with customers and build your brand online.

Presented in partnership with Polk County Financial Empowerment

After workshop and FREE financial coaching session completion you’ll receive a DOT Business Card!

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AI For Business

Date: October 9^th (Thursday) 5:30pm-7pm

Location: Aliber Hall, Drake University (2847 University Ave. Des Moines, IA)

Description: Discover how to harness the power of AI in practical ways. This workshop covers how to write effective prompts, when AI can (and can’t) help, and how to apply it to real-world small business challenges. Walk away with tools and strategies to save time, spark ideas, and create smarter workflows. This workshop is beginner friendly!

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Sparking New Business Ideas

Date: December 9th (Tuesday) 5:30pm-7pm

Location: Aliber Hall, Drake University (2847 University Ave. Des Moines, IA)

Description: Turn your ideas into real opportunities! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to spark fresh ideas, test whether they’re worth pursuing, and take the first steps to bring them to life. Whether you’re launching your own venture or creating a new product within your organization, this workshop gives you practical tools to move from concept to action! Great for those just starting out AND those creating new products/services in their business!

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