Workshops

Jan
11
Fri
TWC Decoded: Win Unemployment Claims @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Jan 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Do you ever wonder what it takes to win a TWC claim? The rulebook seems to be clear to employees because they win frivolous unemployment claims. This can leave small business owners frustrated and strapped for cash. Attend this session and find out the secrets to winning! This session will demystify the unemployment process and how to successfully fight unemployment claims. Click Here To Register.

  • Learn how unemployment claims work
  • Learn how TWC evaluates unemployment claims
  • Learn tip on how to avoid chargebacks

Instructions:

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

May
2
Thu
OSHA-10 Safety Workshop @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
May 2 @ 8:30 am – May 3 @ 12:30 pm

In January 2019, OSHA increased serious fines to $13,260 per violation and willful fines to $132,598 per violation/abatement. Frequent citations include violations for Haz Comm, Forklifts and PPE.

Is your safety program ready?

Attend our fully interactive, two-day workshop hosted by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and lead by OSHA Authorized Instructor, CJ Petitt SPHR.

  • Avoid expensive fines and injuries
  • Receive free checklists and templates
  • Save on your insurance rates

This workshop is ideal for non-construction industries. Receive an official OSHA-10 wallet card. Approved for HRCI/SHRM credit. Register Online to learn about these important safety topics:

  1. Introduction to OSHA
  2. Workplace Safety Programs
  3. Egress (Exit) Plans
  4. Hazardous Communication
  5. Bloodborne Pathogens
  6. Personal Protective Equipment
  7. Ergonomics
  8. Working Surfaces
  9. Electrical Safety
  10. Workplace Violence
May
9
Thu
TWC Decoded: Win Unemployment Claims @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
May 9 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Do you ever wonder what it takes to win a TWC claim? The rulebook seems to be clear to employees because they win frivolous unemployment claims. This can leave small business owners frustrated and strapped for cash. Attend this session and find out the secrets to winning! This session will demystify the unemployment process and how to successfully fight unemployment claims. Register Online

  • Learn how unemployment claims work
  • Learn how TWC evaluates unemployment claims
  • Learn tip on how to avoid chargebacks

Instructions:

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

May
16
Thu
Hiring Smart: Avoid Small Employer Pitfalls @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
May 16 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hiring your first employee? The rules for big business don’t apply.

What rules do apply? Attend this session and find out! Learn how to hire your first employees in a legally defensible way that won’t break the budget. Learn a little secret sauce for creating your first policies as well. Geared towards small business, this course covers HR tips and tools that save time and legal hassles.  Register Online

  • Learn what regulations apply to your hires
  • Learn how to avoid the expensive pitfalls of being an employer
  • Learn about cost savings tools that will help you work smart

Instructions:

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

Jun
4
Tue
HR Solutions: How to Recruit Effectively @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Jun 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

How do you find the right person for the right job? Attend this session and find out!

It costs 250% of an employee’s annual salary to replace a bad employee. In this session, you will learn practical tips on how to hire right the first time. Tips will include low to no-cost advertising, applicant tracking and testing for applicants with user-friendly tools of HR professionals. Register Online

  • Learn where to find the best candidates for the job
  • Learn how to easily build job descriptions and postings
  • Learn how to legally screen and hire candidates

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

Oct
24
Thu
OSHA-10 Safety Workshop @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Oct 24 @ 8:00 am – Oct 25 @ 1:00 pm

This fully interactive OSHA-10 Safety Workshop is ideal for small businesses in non-construction industries. Attendees will learn how to develop their own OSHA approved safety program and receive the tools and templates to get started.

Lead by OSHA Authorized Instructor CJ Petitt SPHR and hosted the UTSA Small Business Development Center, this highly rated workshop helps small businesses avoid work-related injuries, OSHA violations and costly insurance premiums. Workshop how-to topics include:

OSHA Recordkeeping & Inspections

Workplace Violence & Emergency Response

Accident Prevention & Egress Plans

Ergonomic Workspaces

Attendees will receive a durable OSHA wallet card.  Cost is $150 with lunch provided on first day. Approved SHRM/HRCI credit. Reserve your seat online at: https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/30025

This is a 10-hour certification course that takes place over two days. Participants must attend BOTH days to receive credit.

 

Nov
1
Fri
HR Solutions: How to Recruit Effectively @ Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Nov 1 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

How do you find the right person for the right job? Attend this session and find out!

It costs 250% of an employee’s annual salary to replace a bad employee. In this session, you will learn practical tips on how to hire right the first time. Tips will include low to no-cost advertising, applicant tracking and testing for applicants with user-friendly tools of HR professionals.

  • Learn where to find the best candidates for the job
  • Learn how to easily build job descriptions and postings
  • Learn how to legally screen and hire candidates

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

Jan
24
Fri
TWC Decoded: How to Win Unemployment Claims @ UTSA Small Business Development Center
Jan 24 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Do you ever wonder what it takes to win a TWC claim? The rulebook seems to be clear to employees because they win frivolous unemployment claims. This can leave small business owners frustrated and strapped for cash. Attend this session and find out the secrets to winning! This session will demystify the unemployment process and how to successfully fight unemployment claims.

  • Learn how unemployment claims work
  • Learn how TWC evaluates unemployment claims
  • Learn tip on how to avoid chargebacks

Instructions:

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

Feb
20
Thu
Hiring Smart: Avoid Small Employer Pitfalls @ UTSA Small Business Development Center
Feb 20 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Hiring your first employee? The rules for big business don’t apply.

What rules do apply? Attend this session and find out! Learn how to hire your first employees in a legally defensible way that won’t break the budget. Learn a little secret sauce for creating your first policies as well. Geared towards small business, this course covers HR tips and tools that save time and legal hassles.

  • Learn what regulations apply to your hires
  • Learn how to avoid the expensive pitfalls of being an employer
  • Learn about cost savings tools that will help you work smart

Instructions:

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.

Mar
27
Fri
HR Solutions: How to Recruit Effectively @ UTSA Small Business Development Center
Mar 27 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

How do you find the right person for the right job? Attend this session and find out!

It costs 250% of an employee’s annual salary to replace a bad employee. In this session, you will learn practical tips on how to hire right the first time. Tips will include low to no-cost advertising, applicant tracking and testing for applicants with user-friendly tools of HR professionals.

  • Learn where to find the best candidates for the job
  • Learn how to easily build job descriptions and postings
  • Learn how to legally screen and hire candidates

This is a no-cost event! Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. The workshop will be held at the UTSA Downtown Campus, Durango Building. Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort. If you should have any questions, feel free to call: 210-458-2460 or email: sbdcworkshop@utsa.edu. To find information regarding directions and parking, please go to: http://bit.ly/SASBDCmap.