Clark County Business Calendar

Today

Professional connections: Rick Wickizer, “Business Coaching,” will speak at noon at a free networking group, Professional Connections, at Glenwood Plaza, 5320 N.E. 81st Ave., Vancouver. Upcoming speakers include Dave Dumas, “Are you prepared for an emergency?” Feb. 16; and Dan Moore, “Do you know what is in your water?” Feb. 23. sandy.jensen@hotmail.com and professionalconnections.biz

Wednesday

Hazel Dell/Salmon Creek Business Association: General meeting with guest speaker Gordon Oliver, business editor of The Columbian, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., 40 et 8 Lounge, 7607 N.E. 26th Ave., Vancouver. Lunch is $10. Reservations to ilastanek@hotmail.com

Introduction to QuickBooks: Vancouver SCORE will present a workshop on the mechanics of recording basic transactions with real-world examples, 9 a.m. to noon at the SCORE office, 4001 Main St., Room 222, Vancouver. Ted Powell, a businessman who served 36 years with an international tire manufacturer in various marketing positions, will lead the workshop. Cost is $85. www.scorevancouver.org/training, 503-897-0275

Thursday

Selling techniques for small businesses: Vancouver SCORE will present a three-hour seminar to help teach how to get the appointment, prepare for the call and make the sale, 9 a.m. to noon at SCORE office, 4001 Main St., Suite 120, Vancouver. Class will be led by Susan St. John, who has more than 35 years’ business experience. Cost is $55. www.scorevancouver.org/training, 503-897-0275

Upcoming

Monday Madness Networking: Two local speakers will attend Monday Madness Networking, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 16, Latte Da Coffeehouse & Wine bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver. Cost is $10 and each person will receive a coupon for a free beverage. 360-281-4940.

Business plan basics: Vancouver SCORE will present a three-hour workshop to learn the basics of writing your business plan, 9 a.m. to noon at SCORE offices, 4001 Main St., Suite 120, Vancouver. Cost is $55. Seating is limited. www.scorevancouver.org/training or 503-897-0275

Employment law lunch discussion: Attorney Linda E. Frischmeyer will hold a brown bag employment law lunch discussion, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Landerholm law offices, 805 Broadway, Suite 1000, Vancouver. Topic: How to Avoid Claims of Retaliation. Cost is $20 per person; bring cash or check. Reservations: linda.frischmeyer@landerholm.com or call 360-816-2475.

East Vancouver Business Association: Networking event, 8 to 9 a.m. Feb. 20, Waste Connections, 12115 N.E. 99th St., Vancouver. Topic: Commercial composting and food donation. Kathy Mensinger, 360-980-2624

Ongoing

Fee tax help for low income: AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will offer free assistance with personal income tax returns at six locations around Clark County. Nine locations will be open to assist taxpayers with tax issues related to Affordable Care Act, Health Savings Account and Earned Income Tax Credit. Photo identification is required for the taxpayer, and spouse if present, plus all income tax documents and prior year’s tax return. Taxpayers can make appointments for the tax aide sites at the Camas City Library, Three Creeks Community Library and at Clark Housing Resource Center. For appointments, call 360-690-4496, ext. 105; for information about location sites, hours of operation and what to bring, call 888-687-2277 or aarp-tax-aide-sw-washington.org/sites.html

The Columbian welcomes submissions about Clark County residents or businesses as well as regional business events. Information must be received by noon Tuesday preceding the intended Monday publication date. Send to mary.ricks@columbian.com or fax 360-735-4598.