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SUMMARY:Writing a Business Plan: Planning Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Growth Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview:\nA strong business plan communicates vision\, viability\, and discipline. This session provides entrepreneurs with practical tools to write plans that win support from banks\, investors\, and partners. \nKey Learning Objectives:\n1. Identify the critical sections of a compelling business plan.\n2. Translate business strategy into bank- and investor-ready language.\n3. Use practical templates to avoid wasted effort and focus on what matters. \nWho Should Attend:\nEntrepreneurs seeking bank financing\, startup funding\, or structured roadmaps for internal growth. \nPractical Takeaways:\n1. Bank-ready business plan template.\n2. Investor pitch deck outline.\n3. Business plan grading rubric for self-assessment. \nThis session is part of the Business Lifecycle Masterclass Series\, designed and led by Rich in Thought Consulting. \nregister here:  https://dobusinessinmontana.memberzone.com/events/details/writing-a-business-plan-planning-essentials-for-entrepreneurs-and-growth-leaders-58
URL:https://bigfork.org/event/writing-a-business-plan-planning-essentials-for-entrepreneurs-and-growth-leaders/
LOCATION:Montana West Economic Development\, 44 2nd Ave W\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901
CATEGORIES:Business,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Montana West Economic Development":MAILTO:ben@dobusinessinmontana.com
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SUMMARY:FREE Preventive Controls for Food Safety Class
DESCRIPTION:Does your company need a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on staff to fulfill the requirements of the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? The FSMA rule requires food facilities to have a food safety plan in place that includes an analysis of hazards and risk-based preventive controls to minimize or prevent the identified hazards. Rules have been issued to help manufacturers\, produce farmers\, transportation companies\, and food importers take steps to prevent food safety problems before they occur. This rule states that every human food manufacturer\, except for the very smallest (who have modified requirements) must have a PCQI develop and implement your facility’s food safety plan and other key tasks (See 21CFR117.180 (c) (1)). This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and led by Lead FSPCA instructors\, is the standardized curriculum recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a certificate of completion directly from the FSPCA after completing the course. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? Creating a Preventive Controls Food Safety Plan Validating preventive controls Reviewing records for implementation and effectiveness Reviewing corrective actions Performing required re-analysis of the Food Safety Plan Other activities as appropriate for the type of food WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE? Safety Managers Training Supervisors Lead Technicians Packaging Supervisors & Managers Regulatory Personnel Director/VP Food Safety Maintenance Managers Production Supervisors & Leads Sanitation Supervisors Plant Managers Quality Assurance Coordinators & Managers This training is available at no cost but space is very limited. The value of this class is $895. Limit 1 person per organization. Register ASAP to confirm your spot. \nContact:  ben@dobusinessinmontana.com \nWebsite:  https://dobusinessinmontana.com/mmec/
URL:https://bigfork.org/event/free-preventive-controls-for-food-safety-class/2024-12-06/
LOCATION:Montana West Economic Development\, 44 2nd Ave W\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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SUMMARY:FREE Preventive Controls for Food Safety Class
DESCRIPTION:Does your company need a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on staff to fulfill the requirements of the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? The FSMA rule requires food facilities to have a food safety plan in place that includes an analysis of hazards and risk-based preventive controls to minimize or prevent the identified hazards. Rules have been issued to help manufacturers\, produce farmers\, transportation companies\, and food importers take steps to prevent food safety problems before they occur. This rule states that every human food manufacturer\, except for the very smallest (who have modified requirements) must have a PCQI develop and implement your facility’s food safety plan and other key tasks (See 21CFR117.180 (c) (1)). This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and led by Lead FSPCA instructors\, is the standardized curriculum recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a certificate of completion directly from the FSPCA after completing the course. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? Creating a Preventive Controls Food Safety Plan Validating preventive controls Reviewing records for implementation and effectiveness Reviewing corrective actions Performing required re-analysis of the Food Safety Plan Other activities as appropriate for the type of food WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE? Safety Managers Training Supervisors Lead Technicians Packaging Supervisors & Managers Regulatory Personnel Director/VP Food Safety Maintenance Managers Production Supervisors & Leads Sanitation Supervisors Plant Managers Quality Assurance Coordinators & Managers This training is available at no cost but space is very limited. The value of this class is $895. Limit 1 person per organization. Register ASAP to confirm your spot. \nContact:  ben@dobusinessinmontana.com \nWebsite:  https://dobusinessinmontana.com/mmec/
URL:https://bigfork.org/event/free-preventive-controls-for-food-safety-class/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Montana West Economic Development\, 44 2nd Ave W\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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SUMMARY:FREE Preventive Controls for Food Safety Class
DESCRIPTION:Does your company need a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on staff to fulfill the requirements of the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? The FSMA rule requires food facilities to have a food safety plan in place that includes an analysis of hazards and risk-based preventive controls to minimize or prevent the identified hazards. Rules have been issued to help manufacturers\, produce farmers\, transportation companies\, and food importers take steps to prevent food safety problems before they occur. This rule states that every human food manufacturer\, except for the very smallest (who have modified requirements) must have a PCQI develop and implement your facility’s food safety plan and other key tasks (See 21CFR117.180 (c) (1)). This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and led by Lead FSPCA instructors\, is the standardized curriculum recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a certificate of completion directly from the FSPCA after completing the course. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? Creating a Preventive Controls Food Safety Plan Validating preventive controls Reviewing records for implementation and effectiveness Reviewing corrective actions Performing required re-analysis of the Food Safety Plan Other activities as appropriate for the type of food WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE? Safety Managers Training Supervisors Lead Technicians Packaging Supervisors & Managers Regulatory Personnel Director/VP Food Safety Maintenance Managers Production Supervisors & Leads Sanitation Supervisors Plant Managers Quality Assurance Coordinators & Managers This training is available at no cost but space is very limited. The value of this class is $895. Limit 1 person per organization. Register ASAP to confirm your spot. \nContact:  ben@dobusinessinmontana.com \nWebsite:  https://dobusinessinmontana.com/mmec/
URL:https://bigfork.org/event/free-preventive-controls-for-food-safety-class/2024-12-04/
LOCATION:Montana West Economic Development\, 44 2nd Ave W\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901
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SUMMARY:Strategic Planning: How to Align Finances with Business Goals
DESCRIPTION:In the seminar presented by Terri Cebulla of Thrive Financial\, attendees will receive practical strategies on how businesses can ensure that their financial decisions support the company’s long-term goals.\nParticipants will learn:\n1. The Importance of Financial Alignment\n2. Steps to Align Finances with Business Goals\n3. Tools & Best Practices for Alignment \nThis seminar is free but has limited space. Register today to confirm your spot!
URL:https://bigfork.org/event/strategic-planning-how-to-align-finances-with-business-goals/
LOCATION:Montana West Economic Development\, 44 2nd Ave W\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901
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