WEST PLAINS, Mo. – The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains, will sponsor the workshop “Understanding Your Financial Statements” from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, in the Redbud Room at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 Saint Louis St.

The three-hour workshop is the first of a three-part financial management series.  Although not required, attendance at all three sessions is encouraged, according to SBTDC Coordinator Bronwen Madden.  The cost is $99 for each individual workshop or $285 for the full series.  To register, visit http://sbtdc.eventbrite.com.

“Understanding Your Financial Statements” will teach participants the fundamentals of how to turn financial statements into useful management tools and make better decisions based on good financial information, Madden said.

The SBTDC provides assistance to individuals who want to start or run their own small businesses.  SBTDC staff work with Missouri entrepreneurs and small businesses that are for-profit (not a non-profit charitable or educational organization).  Whether you are currently in business or thinking about starting a business, the SBTDC can assist you in your venture.

The West Plains SBTDC serves entrepreneurs in seven counties across the region: Douglas, Howell, Oregon, Ozark, Shannon, Texas and Wright.  Since it is funded in part through the Small Business Administration, virtually all of the services are free.

For more information about this workshop or any other programs or services offered by SBTDC, contact coordinator Bronwen Madden at 417-255-7966 or WPSBDC@MissouriState.edu.