San Luis Valley Small Business Development Center

Secure your Secretary of State Registration

2012-02-02T16:31:00.002-07:00

Go to http://www.sos.state.co.us/ Select "Business Document Filings" Select "File a Form for an Existing Record" Log into your record If the screen says "Record Confirmation" you will see a "confirm" button on the bottom left. Right above that button is a hotlink that says"Review Additional Information on File" Select that link. Fourth bullet point down is "Set up a Secure Business Filing for

New Photography Business in Alamosa Colorado

2012-01-20T14:22:00.000-07:00

Stephanie Tucker began taking photos 5 years ago, as a student at Adams State College. With the ambition to become a professional photographer and business owner, Stephanie received her degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Advertising in 2010. “I fell in love with love! When you experience the joy and fulfillment in documenting the most special moments on a wedding day, or a

Tax Seminar for the Self Employed

2012-01-17T15:49:00.000-07:00

Where else can you have access to a CPA for two hours for $20?? Tax Seminar for the Self EmployedTuesday, January 24, 20125:30-7:30 p.m.The County Annex Building 965 6th Street, Del Norte, ColoradoCPA Bob Gjellum, Wall, Smith,Bateman & Associates$20 per business RSVP to donna@slv-sbdc.com 719-589-3682Free Schedule C Resource Guide to the First 10 participants

Free workshop for Veteran Business Owners

2012-01-17T15:47:00.000-07:00

Business Workshop for Military Veterans· Legal Entry Options· Tax Liabilities for Self Employed· Marketing Strategies· Financial ResourcesFREE to Military Veteran Business Owners In the San Luis ValleyFriday, January 20, 4:00-6:00

New Owner of Alamosa Fabric Shop

2012-01-06T14:11:00.000-07:00

Jamie and Shane Mortensen are the new owners of the Heartstrings and Heirlooms, A Fabric Shoppe and Much More, on 616 Main Street, Alamosa, Colorado. This business was known as the Gray Goose for the past 27 years. Jamie is a retired teacher who is a passionate quilter and sewer. She is now an authorized BERNINA dealer. Her son, J.R. Mortensen, is a certified technician for BERNINA who can

Leading Edge Business Seminar to begin February 1, Alamosa, Colorado

2011-12-28T09:24:00.000-07:00

"Taking the Leading Edge Class enabled me to "see" if we could be successful. How to plan our start up, build the financial cash flow, understand all the pieces that we needed to know to build the business. There is no doubt in my mind that we would not have been successful if we had not taken this course. Many thanks to Donna for showing us the road to success and to all the local guest

New Business in Monte Vista Colorado help small and rural businesses with bookkeeping

2011-11-09T08:48:00.000-07:00

SLV Small Businesses to Benefit from Combined TalentsA new company has opened whose mission it is to help small businesses succeed. Kay Harmon and Cindy Morin have recently opened their business, “Professional Bookkeeping Services, Inc.” The company’s goal is to provide quality bookkeeping and payroll services to farms, ranches, non-profits and small businesses in the Valley. They assist

Tax Seminar in December

2011-11-08T10:31:00.000-07:00

Tax Seminar for the Self EmployedTuesday, December 13, 20115:30-7:00 p.m.The Depot (610 State Avenue), AlamosaCPA Bob Gjellum, Wall, Smith,Bateman & Associates$20 per business RSVP to donna@slv-sbdc.com 719-589-3682Free Schedule C Resource Guide to the First 10 participants

Tax Seminar available in Monte Vista Colorado

2011-10-19T15:49:00.000-06:00

Tax Seminar for the Self EmployedWednesday, October 26, 20115:30-7:00 p.m.Monte Vista Information CenterCPA Bob Gjellum, Wall, Smith,Bateman & Associates$20 per business RSVP to donna@slv-sbdc.com 719-589-3682Free Schedule C Resource Guide to the First 15 participants

New Owners for SLV Vacuum Business in Alamosa Colorado

2011-10-19T15:47:00.001-06:00

At 721 ½ Main Street, Alamosa, you can find the new and the old. Pictured here is the former owner, Steve Nies, of SLV Vacuum, along with new owners, Wayne and Sherry Billings. You can buy new and old (refurbished) vacuums and accessories, and get them serviced here. The business has been in existence at this location for over 17 years.The products and services that San Luis Valley Vacuum

Customer Service Training for Front Line Employees in South Fork

2011-09-19T08:07:00.002-06:00

SOUTH FORK CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TRAINING“Improving Your Customer's 1st Impression through Training your Front Line Employees” Thursday, October 13, 20119:00-10:30 a.m. or 3:00-4:30 p.m. Community Center, 0254, Hwy 149, South Fork, CO 81154Limited scholarships available to reimburse business owners for these training wagesFree to all SLV Chamber Members (cost is $20 per person for

San Luis Valley Small Business Development Center: New Computer Business in Alamosa, Colorado

2011-09-19T08:02:00.001-06:00

San Luis Valley Small Business Development Center: New Computer Business in Alamosa, Colorado

New Computer Business in Alamosa, Colorado

2011-09-19T08:02:00.000-06:00

The HUB: Computer Recycling, Technology Training, and More The old Move Gallery location is in the final stages of remodeling and will become the home for a team of businesses and services. The Hub will have a soft opening on August 1st. The Hub is located across from Wal-Mart in the Cottonwood Business Complex at 3330 Clark St. in Alamosa.The Hub will have a state of the art conference and

Workshop Details July-Sept 2011

2011-07-07T14:51:00.000-06:00

* Doing Business in South Fork (Info Center) ... July 11, 8:00 a.m.-Noon Free find out what businesses are needed and spaces available Free Breakfast! * Hire Your First Employee (Alamosa-at the Depot) ... July 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Presenter is Cindy Morin with over 18 years of Human Resource Management experience -register with Donna Wehe at 589-3682 -$20 (or

IRS increased tax rates mid year in 2011 to assist small biz owners

2011-06-30T10:37:00.001-06:00

Ashlea Ebeling blogged about the new tax advantage for small business owners that goes into effect July 1, 2011. http://blogs.forbes.com/ashleaebeling/2011/06/24/irs-helps-taxpayers-with-high-gas-prices/ The mileage rate for business purposes is 55.5 cents a mile, up from 51 cents a mile during the first half of 2011. The mileage rate for medical and moving expenses is 23.5 cents a mile, up

South Fork hosts Business Seminar

2011-06-30T09:25:00.002-06:00

Find out how you could start or move your business to this location in South Fork! Doing Business in South Fork Seminar July 11th, 2011 8:00a.m.-noon Have you ever considered Starting your Own Business? There is Opportunity for you in South Fork, CO! The South Fork Chamber of Commerce Presents: Doing Business in South Fork Seminar When: Monday July 11th, 2011 8AM – NOON (FREE

New Retail Business is For the Birds in Alamosa, Colorado

2011-06-17T14:22:00.002-06:00

This story is for the birds. Cranes and Crows to be specific. Lori and Joel Korngut, Adams State College Alumni, recently became new residents of Alamosa. Lori is the owner of a new retail store in downtown Alamosa and she invites you in for a field trip experience at the corner of Main and San Juan (701 Main Street, Alamosa, Colorado 81101). Lori moved her business here from Albuquerque

Summer workshop series

2011-06-06T08:54:00.000-06:00

1) Thursday, June 9, 7:30-9:00 a.m. Disaster Preparedness (physical and IT) for your business presented by Lisa Werts and Roger Jackson. At the Depot, Free to chamber members ($10 if not a chamber member) 2) QuickBooks™ Beginner Class , Thursday, June 16, 2011; 5:00-6:30 p.m. 610 State Avenue, At the Depot, upstairs, $20 per person; Presented by Donielle VanGieso 3) Tuesday, June 21: Google

Disaster Preparedness Business over Breakfast Workshop

2011-05-25T14:47:00.001-06:00

Business over Breakfast Thursday, June 9, 2011 7:30-9:00 a.m. Disaster Preparedness! Presented by Lisa Werts, Red Cross and Roger Jackson, IT specialist How to prepare your business in case of a physical or technology disaster Free to Alamosa Chamber Members $10 for Non-chamber members Continental Breakfast provided. At the Depot, upstairs. RSVP to Donna Wehe at 589-3682 or donna@

Leading Edge Graduation for Spring 2011

2011-05-05T10:38:00.000-06:00

Nine San Luis Valley Business owners graduated from the spring Leading Edge Seminar (following the NxLevel Curriculum) on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 after 12 weeks of weekly meetings, creating their business plan and marketing material, and meeting with business consultants from the SLV SBDC. The speakers were Eric and Lisa Burt from Kristi Mountain Sports who told their story of building a

New Store Opens in Del Norte, Colorado

2011-05-05T10:07:00.002-06:00

Photo by Deanne Elliott Val Dilley’s new business has a sunny entrance and she’ll welcome you with a sunny smile. Come on in to Flying Eagle Bison, located at 730 Grand Avenue, Del Norte, Colorado, to buy frozen, USDA approved bison meat, to browse and shop for gift items, or simply to admire the buffalo hides and learn more about buffalo. Val has long dreamed of opening this store. She has

Disaster Preparedness for Your Business

2011-05-05T09:57:00.000-06:00

Business Over Breakfast Free to Alamosa Chamber of Commerce Members $5 for non-chamber members Continental breakfast included Thursday, June 9, 7:30-9:00 a.m. Upstairs at the Depot, 610 State Avenue, Alamosa “Disaster Preparedness for Your Business” Presenters: Lisa Werts, SLV Red Cross and Roger Jackson, Personalized IT Contact Donna Wehe, 589-3682 or donna@slv-sbdc.com

Create Your Own Blog Workshop

2011-04-25T13:30:00.000-06:00

Create Your Own Blog Workshop In Monte Vista $10 for Chamber Members ($15 for non-Chamber Members) Monte Vista Info Center (next to Monte Villa Inn, 947 1st Avenue, Monte Vista, 81144) Tuesday, May 24, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Bring your laptop, pictures, logo, and business description. Seating is limited. Contact Donna Wehe at the SLV Small Business Development Center at 589-3682 or donna@

Watch out for this Scam

2011-04-05T15:20:00.000-06:00

Warning: Fake Secretary of State Letters Sent to Business Owners You may have gotten one of these letters in the mail. When you first look at it, it looks authentic. There is a seal and language threatening business owners will become "noncompliant" or delinquent" if they fail to respond. It then asks for $225 and an enclosed form to be returned to file a periodic report. Beware! Don't fall

QuickBooks for Advanced Users in Del Norte

2011-04-04T11:05:00.000-06:00

QuickBooks™ for Advanced Users Sponsored by the SLV Small Business Development Center and the Del Norte Chamber of Commerce Contact Liz Weaver at 657-2845 betty35weaver@yahoo.com Or Donna Wehe at 587-5151 donna@slv-sbdc.com $10 to Del Norte Chamber Members $20 per person if non-member • Speed up cash flow with credit card payments • Use classes to stay organized • Changes with newer QB

Check out the beautiful cranes

2011-03-16T11:39:00.002-06:00

Thanks to the photgrapher and Denver Post for sharing these images: http://photos.denverpost.com/mediacenter/2011/03/sandhill-cranes-in-colorado

Healthy Living Shoppe finds success in Alamosa

2011-02-08T16:41:00.001-07:00

Twenty years ago, Donna Chappell helped a friend create and establish a health store in Twenty-Nine Palms, California. She had such a good time that when her family decided to move back to Alamosa, she opened up another health store here. In April, 2010, Donna opened the Healthy Living Shoppe doors on 817 Main Street. The San Luis Valley community welcomed the Healthy Living Shoppe, and her

Social Media Upcoming Workshops in the San Luis Valley

2011-02-01T15:28:00.000-07:00

Promoting Social Media Networking and Chamber Membership February 15 Twitter, You Tube, and Google Apps: Social Media Networking Session. Free for Alamosa Chamber Members ($5 charge for non-members). At the Inn of the Rio Grande, Alamosa, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Rolls and coffee will be served. Please RSVP to Donna Wehe at 589-3682 February 15 Free to Monte Vista Chamber Members. $5 for

Buzz on Biz...Start out with the right info in 2011

2011-01-12T19:07:00.000-07:00

Due to the Jobs Bill , Tax Bill , Health Care Reform and pending Immigration reform , plus a myriad of others that I may have overlooked, there are some major changes to how we do business in Colorado/USA and I'd like to draw your attention to the ones that go into effect starting in January, 2011. Please consult your tax accountant or tax preparer to see how these changes could affect your

Espanola SBDC Client & Artist Giovanna Paponetti Receives a letter from Pope Benedict XVI

2010-12-16T10:10:00.000-07:00

SBDCs in the News Espanola SBDC Client & Artist Giovanna Paponetti Receives a letter from Pope Benedict XVI Artist and SBDC Client Giovanna Paponetti recently released her new book, "Kateri Native American Saint -The Life and Miracles of Kateri Tekakwitha," published by clear light publishers in Santa Fe, NM. The 21 paintings of Kateri's life story are located at St. John the Baptist church at

New Business Cooks with Spelt

2010-12-16T08:10:00.000-07:00

Cranberry oatmeal….chocolate chip (Ghirardelli chocolate pieces)….Wedding cookies….decisions, decisions! This is what you will be deliberating over when you decide to try out Lenore Reinhart’s “Speltlicious Cookies.” Made with spelt flour of course. More on that later. Lenore has always had a passion for baking, and she began experimenting and learning techniques as a teenager. She owned a

QuickBooks for Beginners Workshop in La Jara

2010-11-30T13:32:00.000-07:00

QuickBooks™ Workshop Beginner Workshop Learn the basics: invoices, general ledger, receipts, deposits and bank statement reconcilement Wednesday, January 12, 2011 5:30-8:00 p.m. La Jara, County Nursing Building $20/per person or $10 if Conejos County Chamber Member Register by calling Donna Wehe at 587-5151 Or email Ann Marie Velasquez conejoschamber@centurytel.net

Getting along with Difficult People

2010-11-17T09:16:00.000-07:00

Workplace Strategies Luncheon - $15 - A light lunch is included Locations: downtown Alamosa by Rainbows End in Hospice del Valle training room, 514 Main Street, Alamosa Friday, December 17, 11:30-1:30 p.m. Presenter is Liz Thomas, Adams State College Instructor Have you found yourself struggling to get along with a co-worker? This workshop will give you strategies to deal with difficult

Start Your Own Business Workshop in Monte Vista

2010-11-17T09:11:00.000-07:00

Business Startup Workshop - $10 Monte Vista Info Center Wednesday, December 15, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Have you dreamed of becoming your own boss, but don’t know how to start? This workshop will give you a good understanding of what you need to consider to start a profitable business. Please RSVP to Donna Wehe at 719-587-5151 or donna@slv-sbdc.com

Leading Edge Seminar Offered in Alamosa Feb-May, 2011

2010-11-03T10:55:00.001-06:00

Leading Edge Business Seminar in Alamosa, Colorado Leading Edge Course Gives Lessons in Proven Business Methods How can I manage my business like a true business professional if I don’t have any formal business training, and I don’t have time to go to take classes at a college? How can I plan for the growth of my company? How can I explain to my lender my need for financing and increase my

Create a Business Plan

2010-10-28T14:56:00.001-06:00

You might gain some insight in how having a business plan can help your company. This You Tube video shows an entrepreneur who has had success in writing his plan. Leading Edge class is a 12 week seminar designed to help you write your plan and understand what it takes to run a successful business. The next class will be offered in Alamosa beginning in February, 2011. If you are interested in

Sonshine Acres is a New Business in the Monte Vista Area

2010-10-21T14:46:00.000-06:00

Sonshine Acres Grains and Goods is your source for whole grain living! Robert and Rhonda Glover are your suppliers for grains and seeds, as well as a variety of grain mills, mixers and accessories. They are an independent, authorized dealer for Bosch and for L’ Equip. They also offer baking supplies, from yeast and RealSalt™, to bread pans and bags. The advantage of making bread with freshly

New exterminator business in southern Colorado

2010-08-30T14:07:00.000-06:00

New Exterminator Business based in Manassa Serves Entire San Luis Valley Spiders, ants and mites…oh my! Who ya’ gonna’ call? Specializing in residential maintenance, Kristi Jarvies, owner of 5K Pest Management, is the newest exterminator in town and can also mitigate crickets, silverfish, stinkbugs, cockroaches, centipedes and more. Kristi has already treated over 40 homes and cabins since

Tumbleweeds Gift Gallery is a New Business in Fort Garland, Colorado

2010-08-05T10:27:00.000-06:00

Whoa! What is happening in Fort Garland, Colorado? Long standing antique owner Sarah Vanderlaan is retired and the new owners have opened up Tumbleweeds Gift Gallery featuring southwestern gifts and home décor. You can’t miss the beautiful bronze elk inviting you to stop in and browse for unique gifts including rugs, hats, pottery, candles, mesquite lamps and homemade soaps, just to mention a few

Mermaid Cafe now open for dinner in Creede Colorado

2010-08-05T10:23:00.000-06:00

What are mermaids doing hanging out in the old mining town of Creede, Colorado? Several years ago when Sharon Brown decided to open up a café, she thought to herself, I want to really stand out and be different. She reminisced about one of her favorite songs called “Carey” on a Joni Mitchell album, where she mentions “the Mermaid Café” in her lyrics. Mermaids are known as the “sirens of the sea”

Del Norte home to Dun-Rite Glass New Business Owner

2010-07-19T08:55:00.000-06:00

Dun-Rite Glass Dun-Rite Glass, focusing on quality service, is now open at 520 Spruce Street in Del Norte. Pete George and Elizabeth Weaver are owners of the new business. Pete George has 26 years in the glass business. Elizabeth manages the office. Pete is a certified auto glass technician with Sika, DOW and Essex manufacturing corporations. He is also certified by AGRSS, the All Glass

Leading Edge Business Seminar in Moffatt, Colorado

2010-07-19T08:48:00.002-06:00

Valley’s Leading Edge Course Gives Lessons in Proven Business Methods How can I manage my business like a true business professional if I don’t have any formal business training, and I don’t have time to go to college? How can I plan for the growth of my company? How can I explain to my lender my need for financing and increase my chances of getting the loan approved? If you have asked

New Niche Carpentry Business in Monte Vista, Colorado

2010-06-28T11:02:00.000-06:00

New Niche Carpentry Business Opens in Monte Vista New business owner Ben Beckner’s motto is “Delivering Quality Through Integrity.” Beckner comes from a lineage of talented carpenters and many locals might know of his grandfather Myron’s intricate work as a woodworker and craftsman. While attending Leading Edge in the evenings, he was putting in long days doing the detailed finish work in the

New Art Gallery Opening in Monte Vista, Colorado

2010-05-26T09:29:00.000-06:00

What’s the story behind the new gallery in Monte Vista? All Good Things, Gallery and Gift Boutique, is located at 1021 Second Avenue, across from the bowling alley and is owned by Jenna Ford. Jenna, who has a degree in art, has always had a real passion for art, and she has had an idea for an art gallery and gift boutique in Monte Vista for a long time. For the past eleven years she has been busy

Shop Rite in Monte Vista, Colorado is a New Business

2010-05-06T08:30:00.002-06:00

Shop Rite in Monte Vista Monte Vista Shop Rite is not just another retail store; it is a discount specialty store that provides what the community wants and needs with unique products and services. With over 35 years of experience in retail, Anita Wazny, owner, said “I know that without customers there is no business. We are customer and market driven and will do what is necessary to

Papers of Distinction in Alamosa, Colorado

2010-05-03T11:23:00.002-06:00

Papers of Distinction, LLC Sally Lopez is not just another retailer in downtown Alamosa. This woman has many artistic talents that she has used to express her faith and give back to her community. She has operated her store for over 11 years and offers a wide variety of retail paper, scrapbooking, stamping and educational materials. She also can provide design and printing of business cards

Sandboarding at the Sand Dunes National Park

2010-04-10T06:52:00.000-06:00

Sandboarding at the Great Sand Dunes National Park NPS Photo by Patrick Myers. Woman carving a turn at Castle Creek Picnic Area. Sandboarding, sledding, or skiing on sand can be enjoyable - but only with the right gear and conditions. Where can you rent a sandboard? One place locally is at Kristi Mountain Sports, located in the Villa Mall in West Alamosa. This business is known as the “

Colorado PTAC Government Contract Assistance

2010-04-10T06:40:00.000-06:00

Colorado Resource for Government Contracting Save the Date: A Government Contracting Workshop on May 26, 2010 at 1:30 at Adams State College, Porter Hall, Room 130, Alamosa, Colorado. Brought to you by the SLV Small Business Development Center, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the offices of Senator Michael Bennett and Congressman John Salazar, the SLV

House of Pets in Alamosa, Colorado gets ARC loan

2010-03-31T13:53:00.000-06:00

HOUSE OF PETS BENEFITS FROM STIMULUS FUNDING PROGRAM Alamosa, Colorado House of Pets Owner, Mike Lopez, wondered how he was going to catch up on bills that seemed to mount up during the recession. How was he going to replenish his inventory, begin a new marketing campaign and keep his doors open? He felt he had budgeted to the bare bones but still wasn't coming out ahead. Then he heard about

Saguache County Workshop Series

2010-03-18T09:17:00.001-06:00

Saguache County Credit Union, Moffat, Colorado 3:00- 4:30 p.m. • Tuesday - April 20 New Business Start Up • Tuesday - May 18 Financing Your Business • Tuesday - June 22 Guerilla Marketing Ideas ------------------------------------------------ Saguache Schools, Saguache, Colorado 3:00- 6:00 p.m. • Tuesday – May 4 Create Your Own Blog Workshop Bring your own laptop. Register by calling Donna

Doggie Day Care Expands in Alamosa

2010-02-24T11:36:00.001-07:00

Dog Days Inn, Alamosa, Colorado Due to high demand, Dog Days Inn has added new hotel rooms for their four legged patrons. This small business is really growing. Available services include doggie day care, boarding, and grooming. They offer a wide selection of retail products, researched by the owners, Lara and Carl Ciasulli, to enhance the health of your pet. They are located next to the

Just 4 Fitness in Alamosa has moved to a new location

2010-02-24T10:12:00.001-07:00

Alamosa, Colorado Just 4 Fitness, a private gym which offers personal and small group cross training, has moved to a new location at 420 State Avenue in downtown Alamosa. Trainer and owner, Cathy Jackson, is taking new clients and can be reached at (719) 587-5551. Her tag line, "Make the Most of Your Body for the Rest of Your Life," is a summary of her mission to help clients reach and maintain