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Veterans Business Outreach Center of the Dakotas VBOC of the Dakotas provides free and confidential business training and advising.

Don’t miss Boots to Business next week! If you’re considering small business ownership, this class can help you work thr...
10/23/2026

Don’t miss Boots to Business next week! If you’re considering small business ownership, this class can help you work through practical questions about market research, financing, and choosing the right business structure.

Boots to Business will be held October 27-28 at Minot Air Force Base from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT each day. Register online by Monday, October 26: https://bit.ly/4AFy763

Use October to start planning for the year ahead. Set preliminary revenue goals, identify hiring needs, consider major p...
10/23/2026

Use October to start planning for the year ahead. Set preliminary revenue goals, identify hiring needs, consider major purchases and financing requirements, and outline your marketing priorities. If growth or expansion will require financing, start conversations with lenders and business advisors now rather than waiting until you need the funding.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a good time to review how your small business protects its accounts, devices, ...
10/22/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a good time to review how your small business protects its accounts, devices, and customer information.

Use strong, unique passwords, enable multifactor authentication, watch for phishing attempts, and keep software updated. Choose one area to strengthen this month and make sure your team understands the practices you put in place. Explore CISA’s cybersecurity resources:: https://bit.ly/2VwdM4d

Talk to potential customers early and often. Customer interviews can reveal real pain points, buying behavior, and prici...
10/21/2026

Talk to potential customers early and often. Customer interviews can reveal real pain points, buying behavior, and pricing expectations, helping small business owners develop solutions that better match what customers are willing to pay for.

Validate customer demand before investing heavily in software. One common mistake entrepreneurs make is spending thousan...
10/20/2026

Validate customer demand before investing heavily in software. One common mistake entrepreneurs make is spending thousands of dollars developing a product before confirming that customers are willing to pay for it. Read more in Michael Danielson's October's article in the FargoINC! https://bit.ly/4yV4tZ8

Interested in starting a business or exploring whether small business ownership is right for you?Boots to Business is a ...
10/19/2026

Interested in starting a business or exploring whether small business ownership is right for you?

Boots to Business is a no-cost class at Minot Air Force Base on October 27-28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT each day. Service members and military spouses can learn about market research, financing, business planning, and resources available to support them after the class. Register online: https://bit.ly/4AFy763

October is a good time to meet with your accountant or tax professional and review your expected 2026 income, expenses, ...
10/16/2026

October is a good time to meet with your accountant or tax professional and review your expected 2026 income, expenses, depreciation, and potential tax liability. If your business is considering equipment or other planned purchases, discussing the timing now can help you understand how those decisions may affect your year-end tax picture. The IRS also recommends revisiting estimated tax calculations when income changes during the year.

We had a great start to the day connecting with campus and community partners at Wake Up to UND last Friday alongside No...
10/16/2026

We had a great start to the day connecting with campus and community partners at Wake Up to UND last Friday alongside North Dakota Small Business Development Centers and North Dakota APEX Accelerator.

Thank you to The Chamber - Grand Forks/East Grand Forks for bringing us together to learn more about University of North Dakota's achievements, campus projects, and continued work supporting our communities.

Boots to Business is coming up October 19-20 at the Mueller Center in Hot Springs, South Dakota. If you have a business ...
10/15/2026

Boots to Business is coming up October 19-20 at the Mueller Center in Hot Springs, South Dakota. If you have a business idea, this workshop is an opportunity to learn the basics of getting started, including market research, financing, legal structures, and the resource partners available to support you along the way.

Register online: https://bit.ly/4dXw3MJ

Questions? Contact VBOC of the Dakotas at 701-738-4850 or [email protected].

Tomorrow is the final day to register for the Women’s Business Summit. The October 22 conference in Deadwood, SD, will f...
10/14/2026

Tomorrow is the final day to register for the Women’s Business Summit. The October 22 conference in Deadwood, SD, will feature keynote speakers Tara Jade Fox and Jennie Milton, along with opportunities to connect with other business owners and professionals at the business showcase. Last chance to register: https://bit.ly/4hpgr5F

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4200 James Ray Drive
Grand Forks, ND
58203

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+17017384850

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