Business calendar

Today

Prevent business legal problems: SCORE sponsors a workshop on “15 Legal Risks of Business,” 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 601 S.W. Second Ave., Portland. Cost $65 at the door. Limited seating. * 503-326-5211, http://www.scorepdx.org.

Washington landlord tenant law: The Metro Multifamily Housing Association presents a class on landlord and tenant law, 1-5 p.m., Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St. Class will explain the correct usage of rental agreements, various addendums, special circumstances and termination notices. Cost is $65 members, $85 others. * Reservations, http://www.metromultifamily.com, 503-226-4533.

Tuesday

Review course for professional certification: Review course for PHR/SPHR professional certification exam or to gain a broader understanding and overview of human resources management, 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays through April 27 at Sharp Labs of America, 5750 N.W. Pacific Rim Blvd., Camas. * Register: http://www.swhrma.org or Sheryl Johnson at 360-817-8406 or sjohnson@sharplabs.com.

Wednesday

Society for Marketing Professional Services workshop: The Oregon Chapter will present a panel of government leaders discussing how firms can effectively pursue projects, 4-6 p.m. at Hotel deLuxe, 729 S.W. 15th Ave., Portland. Cost, $30-$50, includes hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets. Registration and networking begins at 3:30 p.m. * Register: http://www.smpsoregon.org, 24 hours prior to event.

Free financial seminars: Columbia Credit Union offers free financial seminars: CreditAbility, 3003 N.E. 62nd Ave.; Identity Theft, April 22 at 11505-A N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd.; and Budget Basics, April 28 at 109 S. 65th Ave., Ridgefield. All seminars are at 7 p.m. * http://www.columbiacu.org or 360-891-4000.

SW Washington Pub Talk: Network with entrepreneurs, investors and professional service providers, 5:15 to 7 p.m. at AHA!, 415 W. 6th St., Suite 605. Speakers will talk about tech start-ups. Cost is $15 for members of Oregon Entrepreneurs Network and $20 for others. * Register: http://www.swwdc.org, 360-567-3181.

Friday

Time management workshop: SCORE sponsors “Time Management for Success,” 8:30 a.m. to noon, with registration at 8 a.m. at 601 S.W. Second Ave., Portland. Cost is $55 pre-paid, $65 at the door. * 503-326-5211, http://www.scorepdx.org.

Saturday

Neil Kelly Design, Build & Remodeling free seminars: Classes teach homeowners considering professional remodeling or home improvement projects how to make informed decisions. Topics range from kitchen and bath design to basement remodeling, countertops and floor coverings to green remodeling, updating a home and whole-house remodeling. Saturday sessions at the Lake Oswego showroom, 15573 S.W. Bangy Road, include: 9:30 a.m. major remodeling; 10:30 a.m. kitchen design and remodeling; 11:45 a.m. Dacor appliance cooking demonstration and complimentary menu tasting; 1 p.m. bath design and remodeling; and 2 p.m. basement design and remodeling. Sessions at the Alberta Street location, 804 N. Alberta St., Portland: 9:30 a.m. home energy efficiency and tax credits; 10:30 am., bath designs and remodeling; 11:45 a.m. countertops and floor coverings; 1 p.m. kitchen design and remodeling; and 2 p.m. major remodeling. On April 28, the west side showroom will have Martha Kerr presenting a program on bath design and remodeling, and at the east side location at 12:30 p.m., Karen Richmond will present kitchen design and remodeling. Both showrooms will remain open until 5:30 p.m. so visitors can explore kitchen and bath exhibits. * Information and schedule: http://www.neilkelly.com or 503-335-9204.

Upcoming

Vancouver Downtown Association: The association’s consultant, Michele Reeves, will give her first report to the downtown community at 8 a.m. April 27 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St. * Reservations, http://www.vdausa.org.

Investment perspective: Geoffrey Herron, an Edward Jones Investments representative, will host a free seminar, 3:30-4:30 p.m. April 27, at 6204 N.E. Highway 99, Suite E, Vancouver. Information to help understand the current U.S. deficit crisis and what it means for investors. Seating limited. * Reservations: Sarah, 360-695-8528.

Recession proof marketing strategies: Vancouver’s SCORE sponsors a workshop on “Three Recession Proof Marketing Strategies” and “How to Attract Perfect Customers” with Veronika “Ronnie” Noize, 8:30 a.m. to noon April 28 at iQ Credit Union, 305 N.E. 81st St. Registration and check-in begins at 8 a.m. Cost is $35 at the door. Free parking. * http://www.scorevancouver.org, 360-699-1079.

Forming a nonprofit: A workshop to guide participants through the pros and cons of forming a Washington non-profit, 5 to 8:30 p.m. April 29 at Innovative Services NW, 9414 N.E. Fourth Plain Road. Cost is $38, including a light dinner. * http://nonprofitnetworkwa.org.

Nonprofit Connections Fair: The Nonprofit Network Southwest Washington sponsors an event to connect nonprofit organizations to information and resources, 8 a.m. to noon May 4, Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St. The event offers an opportunity to exchange resources and information. Cost is $49-$59. * Register: http://www.nonprofitnetworkwa.org, Jeanne Kojis, 360-735-7110.

Affordable Housing conference: Miller Nash, a multispecialty law firm focusing on business and litigation, will host the annual Affordable Housing conference from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 6 at the Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther king Jr. Blvd., Portland. Topics include: tax-credit basics, legislative updates, updates from syndicators, lenders and investors, and providing residential services. * Reservations, http://www.millernash.com, 503-205-2608.

The Columbian welcomes submissions about Clark County residents or businesses. Information must be received by noon Tuesday. Send to mary.ricks@columbian.com.