This is a great place to tell your story and give people more insight into who you are, what you do, and why it’s all about you.
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Tuesday, March 3 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, June 2 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, September 1 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, December 1 at 5:30 PM
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$500 Business Assistance Drawing
Friday, December 4
Power Up Small Business is Main Street Waterloo's educational workshop series designed to help entrepreneurs start strong and grow smarter.
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Thanks to U.S. Bank, we will be hosting 4 FREE sessions throughout 2026 featuring industry professionals and real-world insights from fellow business owners. Each workshop offers practical guidance, meaningful conversation, and time for questions tailored to your specific needs.
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This series is free and open to the public.
Please register for each workshop so we can plan accordingly.
For each workshop you attend, you will be entered into a drawing for $500 in business assistance (to be determined based on the winner's needs).
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Powering Your Next Chapter
Tuesday, June 2 at 5:30
SingleSpeed Brewing
What happens to your business when you are ready for the next phase? Whether that moment is years away or closer than you think, the best transitions begin with thoughtful planning today.
Join us for a conversation about preparing your business for whatever comes next. This session will explore creative approaches to long-term business continuity, identifying future leadership, and discovering opportunities you may not have considered. From bringing in new partners to structuring a gradual transition, we will look at practical strategies that keep businesses strong while opening the door to new possibilities.
You will hear ideas that challenge the traditional way of thinking about ownership changes and leadership transitions. The goal is simple. Help business owners protect what they have built while setting the stage for a thriving future.
Your future self will thank you. Probably with fewer headaches and better sleep.
Downtown Business Meetings
Quarterly
Downtown Waterloo business owners, managers, and property owners gather to learn about what is happening in Downtown Waterloo, network, and share thoughts and ideas.
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February 3 at 9 AM
May 5
August 4
November 3​
Brews & Business
Coffee Networking 8-9Am
Happy Hour 5-6pm
Brews & Business is a networking event bringing together business owners, employees, community leaders, and the downtown Waterloo community to build connections and strengthen community ties.
Over a casual drink or coffee, they share ideas, learn, and explore collaborations. This event is open to the public, but mainly focuses on Downtown business owners, employees, residents, and leaders.
Thank you to JSA Development for sponsoring this new series!
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MARCH 17 AT 8 AM - THE SAVVY BEAN
For more details call 319-291-2038 or e-mail events@mainstreetwaterloo.org