Join us for this Business Planning Course presented by Bernard Deir, Midwest Business Consulting. By the end of this course, students should be able to update an actionable business plan by formulating a compelling mission and vision, factoring short- and long-term business objectives, and having clear planning strategies. Students will learn more about their company and staff by creating an organizational chart.
Join us for a SWOT Analysis Workshop presented by Bernard Deir, Midwest Business Consulting. Evaluate your company’s competitive position to recognize the areas that need improvement. Analyze your SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Matrix and choose what courses you will take in this program.
Join our class on Writing a Capability Statement, presented by Elisabeth Corona, Emarin Group. Learn how to create a powerful capability statement that showcases your business’ strengths, services, and qualifications. This class covers key elements, formatting tips and strategies to make your statement stand out to potential clients and partners. Ideal for businesses seeking to win contracts and expand their reach.
This course is presented by Candace Bui-Walston, Ying Ming Group. Your brand isn’t just your logo — it’s your voice, your reputation, and how clients remember you. This session helps contractors discover what makes their business unique and how to communicate that story clearly and confidently across proposals, presentations, and social media.
This course is presented by Candace Bui-Walston, Ying Ming Group. Your online presence tells a story — whether you’re writing it or not. In this interactive session, Candace helps contractors take control of that story by understanding how their digital footprint shapes client perception. Participants will learn how to use storytelling to make their websites, Google listings, and social media reflect the quality and credibility of their work.
This course is presented by Dana Harder, INDEP. Learn to craft a compelling 30-second pitch that captures attention and makes a lasting impression in any situation. Distill your business idea or product into a concise, persuasive message that captivates potential investors, partners, and customers. Uncover strategies for tailoring your pitch to different audiences, refining your messaging for maximum impact, and confidently delivering your pitch in any situation.
Learn how to read and understand blueprints. Learn to interpret key symbols, measurements, and layouts to help you navigate construction, engineering, or manufacturing plans with confidence and be able to estimate a project.
This class will equip participants with practical skills in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks in construction projects. They will also learn best practices to manage crises.
Discover how to leverage AI tolls to streamline operations, enhance customer service, and improve decision-making in your business. This class covers practical applications of AI for automating tasks, analyzing data, and optimizing workflows, helping you boost efficiency and stay competitive.
Learn how to correctly estimate a project and best practices for a successful bid submission.
At the conclusion of this course, participants will possess an understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic decision making. They will also learn how to enhance their financial standing to apply for loans and for surety bonds.
Upon completion of this course, students will understand state regulations regarding workforce. Students will learn methods for recruiting and retaining employees, set standards of conduct and disciplinary policies and, create employee handbooks, and understand the proper way to terminate employees.
Examine the legal requirements for operating a construction business. Learn about contract administration, risk management, and dispute resolution techniques.
Learn about insurance types in construction, the importance of insurance for risk mitigation, common insurance policies. Understand the role of bonding in construction and learn about types of construction bonds.
Learn how to create a successful transition plan for your business. Whether you are selling or passing the business to your next generation, this class covers essential strategies for passing leadership, ownership, and assets to the next owners, while minimizing and preserving value.
This class provides and introduction to wealth management, covering key topics like investment strategies, risk management, retirement planning, and tax efficiency. Learn how to build, preserve, and grow your wealth with practical tools and expert insights.
Learn about bookkeeping techniques, how to record transactions, and develop a chart of accounts. Learn all the basics and how to set up a QuickBooks account.
After taking this course, participants will leave with a solid understanding of the management skills they need to implement with confidence. By grasping the knowledge and cultivating the right mindset, managers will feel empowered to excel in their roles and lead their teams to success. Participants will learn how to effectively manage project schedules and resources in order to meet deadlines.
This hands-on course will provide step-by-step training in Google Workspace tools, tailored specifically to the workflows of construction projects. By the end of the course, participants will have the skills to digitally manage their operations, collaborate with teams, and stay organized with project timelines and documentation.
By the end of this course, participants will understand how to effectively and legally use drones to improve efficiency, safety, and data collection in construction operations. Participants will learn about drone applications, FAA requirements, basic flight operations, and best practices for integrating drones into business workflows.
