# Event Details - **Event Name**: Basics of Starting a Business - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to kickstart your dream business from scratch with practical tips and advice from seasoned entrepreneurs at our Basics of StartingAbout this EventAre you ready to turn your great idea into a profitable reality without getting buried in months of research, paperwork, and guesswork?Welcome to the modern blueprint for Nevada entrepreneurship. Broadcast live from the Mineral County Public Library in Hawthorne, Nevada, this intensive 2-hour hybrid workshop bridges the gap between critical business fundamentals and cutting-edge digital execution.Led by Marvin Tanner—Co-Chair of the SCORE AI Community of Practice Education Subcommittee and one of the distinguished SCORE 50th Anniversary Pitch Contest Mentors—this session will systematically guide you through the official SCORE Startup Roadmap. We will take you from initial idea validation to structural setup, while showing you how to use Google Gemini AI to build your business faster, smarter, and with zero wasted cash.This isn't a lecture on abstract theory; it is an interactive startup lab. Whether you join us in person at the library or log in via Zoom from anywhere in the country, bring your business idea and prepare to build. By the end of this dynamic session, you will possess a crystal-clear, de-risked strategy for your launch, backed by a personalized AI framework built specifically for your business.📋 The Roadmap: What We CoverPlan & Prepare (The Founder Reality Check): Conduct an honest personal assessment of your goals, finances, and the "why" behind your startup to build a bulletproof support system.Validating Your Idea via Gemini Lab: Learn how to use AI to stress-test your concept, analyze your local or national competition, and isolate your Primary Competitive Difference.The Agile Business & Marketing Plan: Ditch the 40-page dust collector. Master the 1-Page Business Model Canvas and deploy hyper-targeted digital marketing strategies that attract modern consumers.Naming, Structuring, and the "Nevada Advantage": Navigate Sole Proprietorships vs. LLCs, pick a bulletproof brand name, and map out your tax and liability strategies to leverage Nevada's world-class business climate.Navigating Nevada Compliance Step-by-Step: Get a breakdown of the exact order of operations for nvsilverflume.gov, local licensing, EIN procurement, and resale permits.Capital, Cash Flow, and Financial Survival: Project your startup costs, master the basic rules of debits/credits, and learn how to forecast cash flow so you never run out of money.🔥 THE GRAND FINALE: The Gemini Lab Live Pitch Build: Watch AI in action! At the conclusion of the workshop, we will use Google Gemini in real-time to write a high-stakes, compelling Startup Pitch for our example business—explicitly designed to ask investors and lenders for the money!🎯 Why You Should Sign Up TodayLearn from a Pitch Master: Gain insights directly from a official SCORE 50th Anniversary Pitch Contest Mentor who knows exactly what it takes to catch an investor's eye and secure funding.Real-Time AI Integration (The Gemini Advantage): You don't just learn about business concepts; you learn how to actively prompt Google Gemini to write your marketing plans, brainstorm tags, and outline your financial projections right inside the workshop.Rural Innovation, National Reach: Hosted at the Mineral County Public Library, this workshop proves that you don't need to be in Silicon Valley to build a modern, tech-forward business. Local attendees get hands-on community networking, while online attendees can stream the blueprint from anywhere in the country.It Demystifies the Bureaucracy: Let’s face it—state portals and tax registrations can look like ancient hieroglyphics. This workshop breaks down Nevadan compliance into an ordered, stress-free checklist.Frictionless, Camera-Optional Accessibility: Tuning in via Zoom lets you learn comfortably from your kitchen table, a coffee shop, or your current day job. You can ask questions anonymously in the Q&A box and participate entirely at your own pace.🤝 About SCORE Northern NevadaSCORE Northern Nevada provides aspiring and established entrepreneurs across the region—from urban tech hubs like Reno to vital rural communities like Hawthorne—with the local expertise and strategic guidance needed to thrive in the state’s unique business landscape. By connecting with a free, confidential mentor through SCORE.org, a founder gains an experienced sounding board who has successfully navigated the realities of business ownership, cash flow management, and market positioning. Because statistically, mentored businesses survive at double the rate of non-mentored startups, a SCORE mentor serves as a founder's ultimate competitive advantage.🚀 CLAIM YOUR FREE SPOT NOWDon't let a great idea stay just an idea. Spaces for both the in-person library lab and the live interactive Zoom broadcast are limited.👉 Click the "Reserve a Spot" button today to secure your free access and learn how to prompt your way to a fully funded startup! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hawthorne/basics-of-starting-a-business/100001792265607679 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Mineral County Public Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Hawthorne - **state**: NV - **country**: United States - **location**: Mineral County Public Library - **lat**: 38.5177006 - **long**: -118.6279778 - **full address**: Mineral County Public Library, 110 West 1st Street, Hawthorne, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Basics of Starting a Business - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6a9c8428180692844674334f7370671e7c7a0d571fdbeb1e60907a97069770ac-rimg-w1024-h1024-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1760966215 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Basics of Starting a Business being held? - **A:** Basics of Starting a Business takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Mineral County Public Library, 110 West 1st Street, Hawthorne, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Basics of Starting a Business? - **A:** Basics of Starting a Business is organized by Silicon Networks. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Basics of Starting a Business is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hawthorne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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