Description: Don’t get ripped off! Without a patent, anyone can steal and sell your product idea. Join other inventors and entrepreneurs, and learn to patent and protect your inventions. 11205 - 7-9 pm, W, Jul 17, DCA 318 - Plaisted (2 hrs $47)

Description: The Building Exterior Shell Training (BEST) covers Oregon’s water intrusion problem and strategies for prevention of water intrusion in new construction. It explains the new requirements, specified by the State Legislature in 2010, and gives insight into techniques and methods used with the required air-tight construction. The presentation includes lecture, videos, reading material and class discussion. Students will be asked to answer questions, based on the information presented. The Building Codes section teaches the student how to use the 2011 Residential Specialty Code–online. Students will be asked a series of questions and then have the opportunity to look-up answers in the online code. By the end of class, participants will have an understanding of exactly what the software is capable of doing. The classes are not graded; however, both are “Core” classes and are required by the State, to fulfill the continuing education requirements. Register by contacting Dan or Sue Hine at 1.888.458.0846, moneywiseco.com or dan@moneywiseco.com. Noon-5 pm, F, DCA 312 - Hine (5 hrs $110) Aug 9

Description: Want to start a contracting business? You will need to sit for the Oregon Construction Contractors Board exam and pass. In this instructor-led class, prepare to take the examination. Instruction focuses on completing the curriculum required by the state, to qualify to sit for the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Examination. There will be approximately four hours of additional homework required to complete the class. The instructor is available to answer questions. Business advising is also available to provide you with resources to start your business. Testing for the state exam is proctored by Prometric and takes place on another date. An additional fee is required to take exam. Noon-5 pm, F and 8 am-4:30 pm, Sa, DCA 316 - Hine (12 hrs classroom; 4 hrs lab $359) 11260 - Aug 9 & 10

Description: RRP Lead-Based Paint Training Lead-Based Paint Training is sponsored by $$Money Wise Contractor Education Company and the Lane SBDC. The new EPA renovate, repair and painting rule is now in effect. This rule requires renovator certification in lead-safe work practices, for anyone disturbing paint in houses built before 1978. $$ Money Wise Contractor Education Co. is offering the required EPA certified renovator course. Register by contacting Dan or Sue Hine at 1.888.458.0846, moneywiseco.com or dan@moneywiseco.com. 8 am-4:30 pm, Sa, DCA 312 - Hine (8 hrs $179)

Description: Want to start a contracting business? You will need to sit for the Oregon Construction Contractors Board exam and pass. In this instructor-led class, prepare to take the examination. Instruction focuses on completing the curriculum required by the state, to qualify to sit for the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Examination. There will be approximately four hours of additional homework required to complete the class. The instructor is available to answer questions. Business advising is also available to provide you with resources to start your business. Testing for the state exam is proctored by Prometric and takes place on another date. An additional fee is required to take exam. Noon-5 pm, F and 8 am-4:30 pm, Sa, DCA 316 - Hine (12 hrs classroom; 4 hrs lab $359) 11261 - Sep 13 & 14

Description: The Building Exterior Shell Training (BEST) covers Oregon’s water intrusion problem and strategies for prevention of water intrusion in new construction. It explains the new requirements, specified by the State Legislature in 2010, and gives insight into techniques and methods used with the required air-tight construction. The presentation includes lecture, videos, reading material and class discussion. Students will be asked to answer questions, based on the information presented. The Building Codes section teaches the student how to use the 2011 Residential Specialty Code–online. Students will be asked a series of questions and then have the opportunity to look-up answers in the online code. By the end of class, participants will have an understanding of exactly what the software is capable of doing. The classes are not graded; however, both are “Core” classes and are required by the State, to fulfill the continuing education requirements. Register by contacting Dan or Sue Hine at 1.888.458.0846, moneywiseco.com or dan@moneywiseco.com. Noon-5 pm, F, DCA 312 - Hine (5 hrs $110) Sep 13

Description: RRP Lead-Based Paint Training Lead-Based Paint Training is sponsored by $$Money Wise Contractor Education Company and the Lane SBDC. The new EPA renovate, repair and painting rule is now in effect. This rule requires renovator certification in lead-safe work practices, for anyone disturbing paint in houses built before 1978. $$ Money Wise Contractor Education Co. is offering the required EPA certified renovator course. Register by contacting Dan or Sue Hine at 1.888.458.0846, moneywiseco.com or dan@moneywiseco.com. 8 am-4:30 pm, Sa, DCA 312 - Hine (8 hrs $179)

Description: This workshop is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Lane SBDC. Are you looking for financing to start or grow your small business? Attend a free SBA loan briefing presented by an SBA loan specialist and learn more about your financing options. Preregistration required three business days in advance. 11287 - 6:15-7:45 pm, Th, Jul 18, DCA 316 - Bossom (1.5 hrs no charge)

Description: Angels invest billions of dollars each year in small start-up businesses. Many angels earn 100 percent to 600 percent annual returns, while helping small businesses grow 10-30 times their size, in five to seven years. Learn how angel investing works, how successful investors pick winning companies and how small companies can win big with angel investors backing them. 11201 - 7-9 pm, W, Aug 14, DCA 318 - Plaisted (2 hrs $47)

Description: SBA Loan Briefing This workshop is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Lane SBDC. Are you looking for financing to start or grow your small business? Attend a free SBA loan briefing presented by an SBA loan specialist and learn more about your financing options. Preregistration required three business days in advance. 11288 - 6:15-7:45 pm, Th, Sep 12, DCA 316 - Bossom (1.5 hrs no charge)

Description: Learning to Lead Series is offered jointly with AchieveGlobalTM, the Lane SBDC and Employer Training Services. This nationally recognized leadership series provides practical leadership skills for managers, employees and business owners. This six-module series provides managers and potential managers with practical skills for optimizing employee engagement and focuses on situations that leaders face on a day-to-day basis. Participants will learn and practice the skills that increase productivity, strengthen relationships and build leadership success. The module workbooks, used in class, are included in the cost and allow for review, follow up and on-the-job practice. The leadership series is taught by a certified AchieveGlobalTM trainer. An AchieveGlobalTM certificate is given for successful completion. Space is limited. Register for individual modules or the series. See module descriptions at lanesbdc.com/home/lbd/smartlist_38/leadership.html and scroll down. To register, call 541.463.6200. 8:30 am-12:30 pm, Th, DCA 316 - Scurto (each module, 4 hrs $159 or series, 24 hrs $629) 11247 - Series, Aug 8-Sep 12 LLS, Module 1-The Principles and Qualities of Genuine Leadership 11248 - Aug LLS, Module 2-Clarifying Performance Expectations 11249 - Aug 15 LLS, Module 3-Giving Recognition 11250 - Aug 22 LLS, Module 4-Providing Constructive Feedback 11251 - Aug 29 LLS, Module 5-Correcting Performance Problems 11252 - Sep 5 LLS, Module 6-Developing Others 11253 - Sep 12

Description: A business plan is the single most important tool you have for successfully starting and operating your business. You need it to obtain financing and to be your business “road map.” But where do you start? What should it look like? And what are the numbers you should use? This workshop will take the mystery out of writing your business plan by walking you through each section, focusing on critical pieces such as the mission statement, marketing plan and financials. Plus, free expert one-on-one advising is available outside the workshop. Get personalized help or have a professional review your draft business plan. Whether you are just starting the process, stuck in the middle or just want to be sure you are doing it right, this workshop can help you! Preregistration three business days ahead required. 11283 - 4:30-6 pm, Th, Jul 18, DCA 316 - Plaisted (1.5 hrs no charge)

Description: This duo is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Lane SBDC. Register to take both the Writing a Business Plan–Demystified and SBA Loan Briefing workshop in the same day or take either workshop as an individual module. Preregistration three business days ahead required. 11285 - 4:30-7:45 pm, Th, Jul 18, DCA 316 - TBA/Bossom (3 hrs no charge)

Description: Protect your creative work for FREE! Legal protections are available to you or your company at little or no cost. Join other innovators and entrepreneurs and learn to protect your creative expression. 11206 - 7-9 pm, W, Jul 24, DCA 318 - Plaisted (2 hrs $47)

Description: License Your Product Turn your invention into cash! Companies are hungry for new product ideas. Join other inventors and entrepreneurs and learn to license your inventions to manufacturers for steady income. 11207 - 7-9 pm, W, Jul 31, DCA 318 - Plaisted (2 hrs $47)

Description: Turn your best idea into a profitable product! By contract manufacturing, anyone can instantly start a manufacturing business with little or no start-up cost. Join other inventors and entrepreneurs and learn inexpensive low-risk ways to manufacture and distribute your product. 11208 - 7-9 pm, W, Aug 7, DCA 318 - Plaisted (2 hrs $47)

Description: This workshop is offered to help potential entrepreneurs decide if business and franchise ownership would be a good career choice. The event is hosted by Blair Nicol, of FranNet, a locally known and trusted franchise expert. He will cover the following subjects: why go into business, what should be avoided, latest trends, where to find financing these days, how to find the business or franchise right for you, how to properly research a business or franchise and what resources are available to potential business owners. Preregistration required. 11242 - 1-2:30 pm, W, Sep 11, DCA 303 - Nicol (1.5 hrs no charge)

Description: A business plan is the single most important tool you have for successfully starting and operating your business. You need it to obtain financing and to be your business “road map.” But where do you start? What should it look like? And what are the numbers you should use? This workshop will take the mystery out of writing your business plan by walking you through each section, focusing on critical pieces such as the mission statement, marketing plan and financials. Plus, free expert one-on-one advising is available outside the workshop. Get personalized help or have a professional review your draft business plan. Whether you are just starting the process, stuck in the middle or just want to be sure you are doing it right, this workshop can help you! Preregistration three business days ahead required. 11284 - 4:30-6 pm, Th, Sep 12, DCA 316 - Plaisted (1.5 hrs no charge)

Description: This duo is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Lane SBDC. Register to take both the Writing a Business Plan–Demystified and SBA Loan Briefing workshop in the same day or take either workshop as an individual module. Preregistration three business days ahead required. 11286 - 4:30-7:45 pm, Th, Sep 12, DCA 316 - TBA/Bossom (3 hrs no charge)