Here’s a quality list of upcoming events in and around Omaha:
Tuesday, March 9: Franchise Panel Discussion (Lincoln)
Presented by Lincoln Young Professionals Group, Entrepreneurship Group
Red9 Lounge (322 S. 9th St)
5:30 p.m. mingle and networking starts, 6 p.m. panel begins
Insights from:
- Franchisee: Justin Jones of Raising Cane’s
- Franchise Researcher: Jeff Johnson of Franchise Research Institute
- Potential Franchise Builder: Nick Knudson of Quick TEQ
- Franchise Developer: Ryan Zink of Complete Nutrition
- Dealership Developer: Jared Bakewell of Savings Sidekick
Topics will include:
- Myths of franchising exposed
- Who makes the best franchise owners
- Are Franchisees owners considered entrepreneurs
Thursday, March 11: What You Should Know About Business Valuation
Presented by Midlands Venture Forum
Security National Bank (1120 South 101 Street, Omaha)
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
An overview of business valuation approaches and methods throughout a company’s life cycle. The presentation will include a discussion of the value drivers in each stage of the lifecycle and examples of the application of the methods.
Our presenter will be Chris E. Best, CPA/ABV, ASA, MCBA, of Best Business Appraisals, LLC.
No charge for members, $15 for non members.
Learn more at mvforum.com/events.
Thursday, March 11: Omaha Startup Drinks
Presented by the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
Nomad Lounge (1023 Jones Street)
Starting at 6:30 p.m.
So what is Startup Drinks? According to its website it is a national program that helps build the startup culture in cities around world. The program holds events (typically over coffee or spirits) where people can discuss what they are working on, what they need help with and what they can do to help others.
For more events taking place on the Prairie, check out siliconprairienews.com/events.
