Using Library Resources to Create a Winning Business Plan
Part 3: Gain executive perspective by learning to research your industry; then work on developing your financial plan.
6 Reasons Why Nonprofit Organizations Should Use Dashboards.pdfHumanataSEO
Nonprofit organizations are often challenged to make data-driven decisions due to limited resources, budgets, and technological capabilities. However, data is essential for effective decision-making and improving operational efficiency. That’s where dashboards come in.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
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Internet and Print Resources
While not focused on agricultural enterprises
specifically, BizPlanIt’s Virtual Business Plan is a
free on-line resource that includes business plan
fundamentals to consider and incorporate into
each section of your plan; highlights the most
common mistakes in each section of the plan; and
provides other advice, articles, tips, tools, and
links related to each section of a business plan.
Available at www.bizplanit.com/vplan.html.
The following British Columbia Ministry of Agri-
culture, Forestry, and Fisheries (BCMAFF) enter-
prise business planning templates are available
on the Internet: Chicken Broiler Producer, Dairy
Producer, Grains and Seeds, Bee Keeper, Cow/
Calf Ranch, Greenhouse Vegetable, Greenhouse
Floriculture, Wholesale Nursery, and Direct
Farm Marketing (mixed vegetables, berries, and
value-added products). These templates include
detailed information on each step of developing
agricultural enterprise business plans, and they
are very highly recommended. They are available
at www.agf.gov.bc.ca/busmgmt/bus_guides/
index.htm.
A sample business plan for an herb enterprise
is available at www.smallbusinessbc.ca/pdf/
sample_primary.pdf.
A vineyard business plan workbook is available
at www.siu.edu/~readi/viticulture/business-
plan.htm.
Adding Value to Beef Production walks you through
developing a business plan for value-added beef
enterprises. Includes case studies of actual busi-
nesses. Available at www.ciras.iastate.edu/beef-
manual/sec3.html.
Adding Value to Pork Production walks you
through developing a business plan for value-
added pork enterprises. Includes case studies
of actual businesses. Available at www.ciras.
iastate.edu/porkmanual/.
An interesting sample business plan for an In-
ternet-based horse reseller is available at www.
bplans.com/spv/3103/index.cfm?affiliate=.
Agricultural Business Planning Templates and Resources
A sample business plan for small food businesses
is available at www.agmrc.org/business/pdf/
samplebusplan.pdf.
A sample business plan for value-added sauces
and other Hispanic foods is available at www.
bplans.com/spv/3230/index.cfm?affiliate=.
Building a Sustainable Business: a Guide to Develop-
ing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses
helps alternative and sustainable agriculture
entrepreneurs to develop profitable enterprises.
Sample worksheets illustrate how real farm fami-
lies set goals, researched processing alternatives,
determined potential markets, and evaluated
financing options. Blank worksheets help pro-
ducers to develop detailed, lender-ready business
plans and map out strategies to take advantage of
new opportunities. Print copies are available for
$14 (plus $3.95 shipping and handling charge),
or the publication is available free of charge at
www.sare.org/publications/business/business
.pdf.
To order print copies, contact:
Sustainable Agriculture Publications
210 Hills Building
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT 05405-0082
802-656-0484
802-656-9091 FAX
sanpubs@uvm.edu
Getting Started in Freshwater Aquaculture is a
“one-stop” resource for planning an aquaculture
enterprise. A CD-ROM includes sections on busi-
ness planning, marketing, species selection, water
resources needed, and production methods. An
accompanying workbook provides review ques-
tions, business planning forms, and example test
questions. Also included are sample business
plans, cash flow statements, and enterprise bud-
gets. Getting Started in Freshwater Aquaculture is
available for $59.95 (checks payable to Purdue
University Aquaculture). To place an order, or
for more information, contact:
LaDon Swann, Aquaculture Specialist
Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant College
Program
Purdue University
1026 Poultry Science Building
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West Lafayette, IN 47907-1026
765-494-6264
swanndl@auburn.edu
Personal Assistance
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE),
a national organization sponsored by the Small
Business Administration (SBA), is made up
more than 13,000 volunteer business executives
who provide free counseling, workshops, and
seminars to prospective and existing small busi-
ness people. E-mail counseling is a confidential,
fast, and convenient option that is also offered
by SCORE. SCORE volunteers can assist you in
developing a business plan, or review an existing
plan. There are SCORE volunteers with expertise
in agriculture available. You can find them by
searching at www.score.org. If you don’t have
access to the Internet, call ATTRA, and we can
do the search for you. If you would prefer face-
to-face counseling, visit their Web site or contact
SCORE to find a counselor near you.
SCORE Association
409 3rd Street, SW
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20024
800-634-0245
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
are sponsored by the SBA, in partnership with
state and local governments, the educational
community, and the private sector. They provide
technology, informational resources, and on-site
counseling for start-up and expanding businesses
to create business, marketing, and other plans,
do research, and receive expert training and as-
sistance. To locate your nearest SBDC, contact
the SBA Small Business Answer Desk at 800-827-
5722, or go to www.sba.gov/regions/states.html.
SBA business planning resources are available
at www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/
basic.html.
Software Resources
FINPACK is a comprehensive financial planning
and analysis system designed to help farmers
and ranchers understand their financial situation
and make informed decisions. The FINPACK
Business Plan includes a comprehensive outline,
sample plans, and detailed information on what
should be included in the business plan. Support-
ing information from any electronic source can be
cut-and-pasted into the plan. Cost is $295 ($145
for Minnesota residents) for the Professional ver-
sion and $95 for the Personal version. You can
download a free trial version of the FINPACK
Business Plan at www.cffm.umn.edu/Down-
loads/DownloadTrial.asp?P=BusinessPlan.
To order, or for more information, contact:
Center for Farm Financial Management
University of Minnesota
130 Classroom Office Building
1994 Buford Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
800-234-1111
612-625-3105 FAX
www.cffm.umn.edu/Software/Busi-
nessPlan/
Business Plan Pro 2004 is the most used busi-
ness planning software available. More than
400 sample plans are included; among them are
some plans relevant to agriculture, such as plans
for medicinal herb, tree fruit, and mixed fruit
and vegetable enterprises. Most Small Business
Development Centers offer use of this software
for free or at nominal cost. If you would like your
own copy, it costs $99.95. To order, or for more
information, call 800-229-7526, or visit www.
bplans.com/contentkit/index.cfm?affiliate=be
stwarere.
PlanWrite is another highly recommended busi-
ness planning software package. Sample business
plans, some related to agriculture, and actual
business plans from real businesses—winners
of the prestigious MootCorp® business plan
competition—are included. The basic version
costs $119.95. To order, or for more information,
call 800-423-1228 or visit www.brs-inc.com/busi-
ness_plan.asp.
Market Farm Forms is an excellent planning tool
for diversified farms that market direct to the con-
sumer or run Community Supported Agriculture
operations. There are few resources for this type
of farm enterprise, and this is one of the best. De-
veloped by a market farmer, Market Farm Forms
contains computer spreadsheet templates for
planning and organizing information on diversi-