The Oregon Disability Chamber Meetup Group

The Oregon Disability Chamber (ODC) is a group that has been formed to provide support, networking, and education for the self-employed person that has the challenges of a disability. We understand that each self-employed member often faces obstacles that other business owners may not. We know that locating resources and support can be difficult . The ODC has been started to address these challenges while helping you to build, and run a successful and profitable business. No matter what your disability may be, we welcome you to join our group.

The ODC meets twice a month, on the 1st & 3rd Thursday s, between 9:30 am – 10:30 am. The dues are $10 a month. See below for payment options.

Each member will have the opportunity to be the guest speaker for some of the meetings. Other times we will have a guest speaker who will provide us with information that will be educational and beneficial for our businesses and each one of us.

 Payment options: $5.00 per meeting $10.00 a month $28.00 for 3 months $55.00 for 6 months $100.00 for 12 month.

For more information on the group or for registration, please contact:

Donna Satterlee

Blue Water Bookkeeping LLC

(503) 475-2538

www.bluewaterbookkeeping.com

 

Welcome to the Individual Development Program

• Are you thinking about starting a business?
• Has your business started to grow and you need some expansion money?  
• Would additional funds for marketing or supplies help you to grow your business?
   
  If you answered Yes to one or more questions, then the IDA may be a perfect financial program for your business.
   
  The IDA (Individual Development Accounts) program provides individuals with the opportunity to receive additional funding for your business. Individuals that qualify will complete a series of financial classes and then be eligible for the matching program.
   
  For every dollar that a person saves through the program, the IDA will match them 3 to 1 for up to $6,000 towards any business related item, including equipment, supplies, consulting, marketing, and association dues.

Avita has renewed their membership for the 2010 VIDA Program which means we have money to assist you with your business development.

For more information on this exciting program please attend our free orientation that is held at the AVITA Business Center on June 16th from 5-6:00 pm and also visit VIDA of Oregon's Website.
 
Please contact Sam at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 503.957.6995 to register.

This workshop will be held at 5257 NE MLK Jr. Blvd. Suite 201, Portland, OR 97211.

This is not a loan! Funds have to be used for business expenses and do not have to be REPAID back to our agency. This is your money to help you build your business!
 
Important notice: It is necessary that you notify us of your intention to attend these classes as space is limited.

 

Bartering Workshop- This workshop has passed but please contact our office for further information on our bartering partnership opportunity.

Date:  April 13th, 2010
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Avita Business Center Training Room

The Avita Business Center has recently partnered with TradeYa Inc! in order to offer a better Bartering Service to our clients.

How does Bartering work in a trade exchange?
A trade consultant works with you to bring your company new sales and increased market share, to move available inventory and to minimize cash outlay for everyday business expenses.

• Clients use trade dollars, instead of cash, to handle transactions.
• Clients can charge retail value of goods instead of selling goods for reduced rates.
• TradeYa Inc can help promote your business and bring you new leads!
• Bartering can also increase your business income stream.
  

 

 

 

 

Small Business Legal Workshop

This workshop focuses on your business needs such as legal contracts and contracts and contract review, tax information, debt collection, employee relations, and legal protection for your business.  This is an interactive group workshop that focuses on your needs based on your business needs analysis.  Learn how to tap into online Human Resource  and Legal Assistance.  Learn how to protect your business before the issue arises.  First session will be held on Oct. 22 at 8:00-9:00 am.

Avita instructor: Jeannet Santiago, PPL Associate and small business entrepreneur.

Fee: $10 per session

Next Session:TBD If Interested in attending this workshop, please contact our office 503 998 9560.

 QuickBooks I

Get started with QuickBooks 2009 by learning how to set up and manage a company accounting system.  Learn to properly set up data files, invoicing, bank accounts, bill payments, and credit card records.  This is a basic class to teach the basic function of QuickBooks.

The class fee is $150.00.  Workbook not included in price of class, book cost is $44.00.

Prerequisite: Knowledge of basic accounting concepts and the Windows operating system.

4 week class offered one evening a week from 6:30-9:30 pm.

2010 Dates: TBD

 

 QuickBooks II

Gain advanced accounting skills with QuickBooks 2009.  This class will cover estimating, time tracking, job costing, sales tax management, self-auditing, and report preparation.  This is a more advanced class, we move at a quicker pace.

The class fee is $150.00.  Workbook not included in price of class, book cost is $44.00.

Prerequisite: QuickBooks I or instructor consent.

3 week class offered one evening a week from 6:30-9:30 pm.

2010 Dates: TBD

 

QuickBooks Combo (QuickBooks I & II)

These classes are QuickBooks I and QuickBooks II offered at a lower price if purchased at the same time.  There is no difference between the QBI & QBII and the Combo.

In this class you learn how to set up and correctly manage a company's accounting system.  You learn to invoice services and products, manage bank accounts, pay bills, record credit card transactions, time tracking, sales tax, and how to self-audit your books.

Prerequisite: Basic accounting concepts and experience using the Windows operating system. 

The class fee is $275.00.  Workbook not included in price of class, book cost is $44.00.

2010 Dates: TBD

 

QuickBooks Payroll

Learn about QuickBooks 2009 payroll services and how to set up and maintain employee records, company earnings, deductions, and taxes.  Discover how to prepare payroll, compute and pay payroll liabilities, prepare W-2’s and 1099’s.  This class covers payroll only.

Prerequisite: QuickBooks 2009 I and II or instructor consent.

The class fee is $215.00.  Workbook not included in price of class, book cost is $44.00

2010 Dates: TBD