*Starting Your Own Small Business with Vicky Valdez

This 3-hour course is for aspiring entrepreneurs in the Austin area. Participants will learn how to file the required paperwork and gain a clear understanding of the steps required to launch a new small business in Texas. Clear, simple guidance will help you get started quickly, keep costs down, and prepare you to overcome common challenges. The class includes a helpful Toolkit with templates, guides, forms, and more to support your journey. This course is eligible for the City of Austin Business Skills Certificate program. The instructor is Vicky Valdez, Professor of Entrepreneurship at ACC & former Director of Small Business for City of Austin.