This seminar will help you identify the most appropriate business planning format for starting or expanding a business, marketing basics, and a strategic plan to put your business on the road to success. Learn how to establish realistic goals and objectives, determine startup costs, as well as various methods of financing your startup. Writing a Business Plan is the first step to obtaining free of charge counseling from the SBDC. Date: Saturday, August 2 Time: 9:30 am - Noon Place: Room 1604 Fee: $35
Keith Holtaway has been a Santa Cruz resident and entrepreneur for the past 35 years. He has been a small business consultant specializing in business planning for start-ups, turn around strategies for struggling businesses, and obtaining financing for business growth. Keith has worked with over 700 business owners from Carmel to Santa Rosa.