Workshops

Learn how Auburn schools are training the workforce of the future and how your business can benefit. Speakers include Mayor Backus, Green River President Suzanne Johnson, Auburn School District Assistant Director of Career and Technical Education Lew Keliher and CTE instructors.

Do you want to understand how you can reach new customers? Are you using the right platform to promote your business? Is your website hitting the mark, or do you need to establish one? Learn from a panel of experts on how to thoughtfully create a marketing strategy, develop a basic website, and use social media to create a buzz.

Managing and tracking your business cash flow is paramount when establishing a business. Having an accountant and determining your insurance and financial needs will ensure you get started on the right foot. This workshop focuses on finance, insurance and accounting aspects for developing and running a strong business. Learn 10 accounting questions to ask yourself when starting your own business. What type of insurance will you need? Hear from a Small Business Administration representative about lending programs and securing government loans.

If you are considering the start-up of a new business, or running a current business you will want to watch this workshop. Speakers present a summary of current trends, financial considerations, legal aspects, and business marketing. You will gain insight as we explore topics regarding today’s business climate. Listen to local experts and get started on building your business. This workshop is the foundation for our 2016 business development series.

There is a lot to consider when opening a business; market research, writing a business plan and creating financial projections to name a few. Before launching into the market you must do your homework. Learn how to organize your ideas into a reality by understanding how to define your niche, know your customer, and research your competition. Begin your venture by viewing this workshop in which you will gather information on the basics of structuring a business plan that supports your vision and allows financial institutions to get behind your dream.

Workforce development connects businesses and job seekers with the necessary resources and tools for successful employment, life-long learning, and business development, to ensure a strong and vital economy. It is a strategy that attempts to enhance a region's economic stability and prosperity by focusing on people. Whether you are looking for information on the latest Veterans programs, high demand job skills or business resources, this workshop is one you should view.

Feel at ease when you start your new business by applying the principles taught in this Insurance and Human Resources Workshop. A few of the topics covered are HR best practices for hiring, firing and basic documentation that every business needs to know. Become aware of how to insure for risk such as loss of inventory and use of your place of business. A panelist also discusses Worker’s Compensation and L&I insurance. Learn tips from an experienced attorney on how to avoid litigation.

Are you interested in growing your business to include government contracting? Purchasing agents from the GSA procurement office, State of Washington, King County Government and City of Auburn describe how to initiate contracts with government agencies. This exciting opportunity to learn about the procurement process could potentially expand your scope of business.

Computer technology is not one-size fits all. Do you know what computer hardware is best for your business? Hear experts explain how cloud computing is rapidly transforming the way companies do business; from collaboration tools to accounting systems and point of sale platforms. New cloud-based tools are making it easier to access information from anywhere, at any time.

There is a lot to consider when opening a business; market research, writing a business plan and creating financial projections to name a few. Before launching into the market you must do your homework. Learn how to organize your ideas into a reality by understanding how to define your niche, know your customer, and research your competition. Begin your venture by viewing this workshop in which you will gather information on the basics of structuring a business plan that supports your vision and allows financial institutions to get behind your dream.

Managing and tracking your business cash flow is paramount when establishing a business. Having an accountant and attorney on your side will ensure you get started on the right foot. Watch our workshop on finance, legal, and accounting aspects for running a strong business. Learn how to choose a point of sale system and accounting software (Quickbooks). Hear from a commercial lender regarding funding, and a Small Business Administration representative on securing government loans. In addition, a local attorney shares legal considerations regarding start-ups.

Welcome to another in our series of Business Assistant Programs “Loss Prevention Workshop”. Theft is an on going daily problem for companies large and small and as owners and managers you need to always be on guard.

If you are considering the start-up of a new business, or running a current business, you will want to watch the City of Auburn’s Business 101 Overview. Speakers present a summary of current trends, financial considerations, legal aspects, and business marketing. You will gain insight as we explore topics regarding today’s business climate. Hear from local experts and get started on building your business. This workshop is the foundation for our 2015 business development series.

This free business workshop was sponsored by the Urban Center for Innovative Partnerships (IPZ) #15 Auburn and the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development. Presented by Bankers Capital Managment.

The South King County Community Leader Breakfast on June 28, 2013 on the topic of the Affordable Health Care Act.

This is part one of the "Making Technology Work for You" business forum presented by CenturyLink for the City of Auburn Economic Development Business Assistance Program.

Do you want to understand how you can reach new customers? Are you using the right platform to promote your business? Is your website hitting the mark, or do you need to establish one? Come hear from a panel of experts on how to thoughtfully create a marketing strategy, develop a basic website, and use social media to create a buzz.

This is part two of the "Making Technology Work for You" business forum presented by CenturyLink for the City of Auburn Economic Development Business Assistance Program.

Join the City of Auburn, the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and area businesses in this informative forum on business import and export strategies and ideas. This event featured a special keynote presentation from U.S. Congressman Dave Reichert on the "Importance of Trade", as well as panel discussions with business leaders covering "Expanding Your Markets", "Where Do I Begin", and "Where Do I Look For Help".

This information forum outlines how every employer should prepare in case an employee is injured at work. This educational workshop shows the latest about what employers can do to help injured employees get well, back to work, and minimize their business premiums.

This 2 hour forum is information packed and a "must see" for all local retailers and their employees. The event covered general retail crime trends, shoplifting, employee theft, fraud, and identity theft. Professional representatives from Columbia Bank, The Outlet Collection, Safeway, and the City of Auburn Police Department lead topic discussions, and shared information, training and experiences.

Presented in partnership with PSE; this 2 hour forum featured speakers on the topics of Services and Renewable Energy programs. An understanding of the many programs offered by PSE to improve your business and bottom line were covered in detail. Topics included "plug and play" services, custom grant applications, renewable energy systems and connection to the grid.