Entrepreneurs, business owners, and aspiring business leaders are invited to attend the second session of BYOB: Build Your Own Business on Tuesday, June 16. The quarterly series is designed to help local entrepreneurs learn, connect, and grow through practical education and networking opportunities.
This session, titled Tax & Legal Essentials, will feature a panel of local and regional experts who will share insights. Speakers include Ross Martens, CPA with Martens & Associates, Brandon Hommer, attorney with Hoyt, Morain & Hommer, and Leah Locke, regional director for Iowa State University’s America’s SBDC Iowa.
Together, the speakers will discuss important tax, legal, and business considerations that can help entrepreneurs make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls, and build a strong foundation for long-term success. Whether someone is exploring a business idea, launching a new venture, or managing an established business, the session offers an opportunity to gain practical knowledge, ask questions, and connect with fellow business owners and community partners. The event is free to attend and open to anyone interested in starting, growing, or strengthening a business.
This second session of BYOB: Build Your Own Business is hosted by Greene County Development Corporation in partnership with Greene County Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Iowa Central Community College, Jefferson Matters, the City of Jefferson, Multicultural Family Resource Center, Hub 712, and America’s SBDC Iowa.
BYOB will be held at The Courtyard Wedding and Event Center at 214 E. State St in Jefferson. Light refreshments and pizza will be served at 5:30 pm, with the panel discussion at 5:45, audience Qs and As with panelists at 6:45, and social hour and networking from 7 to 8 pm.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive at 5:30 pm to enjoy refreshments and pizza, along with take advantage of the opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and community partners.
There is no charge to attend. While RSVPs are not required, they are appreciated to help the team plan accordingly. Those interested in attending can register online through the Jefferson Matters Facebook page under the “BYOB” event page or by visiting the Events section of www.experiencejeffersoniowa.com. https://www.experiencejeffersoniowa.com/events/byob-legal-amp-tax-essentials
