“Small Business Tax Workshop” in Branson Jan. 16

University of Missouri Extension, Taney County SBTDC, Branson Chamber of Commerce, the Taney County Business Development Partnership and the Whitlock Company are offering a “Small Business Tax Workshop,” 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 16 at Hawthorn Bank at 4675 Gretna Road, Branson, Mo.

The cost to attend the workshop is $15 and advanced registration is requested (and lunch is included). For more information call (417) 546-4431 or email taneycountysbtdc@missouri.edu. Participants can register for the workshop by contacting the Branson Chamber of Commerce at 417-334-4084 or esutliff@bransoncvb.com.

This workshop is geared toward small business owners, office managers, and entrepreneurs. Certified public accountant, Patti Stoner, with the Whitlock Company will be facilitating this information packed small business tax workshop.

A broad range of small business tax issues will be discussed including: the Health Care Reform Act, tax cuts and extenders, depreciations changes and many other important 2012 tax updates, and ample time for a question and answer session.

"This workshop is a great opportunity for small businesses and entrepreneurs to learn about important tax issues and updates as we prepare for year-end taxes. They will also have the opportunity to ask specific tax questions pertaining to their business situation from an experienced and knowledgeable CPA" said Chrystal Irons, a business development specialist with University of Missouri Extension.

For more information or assistance related to a current or future business, contact either of the MU Extension business specialists in the Ozarks: Chrystal Irons at (417) 546-4431, Kathy Macomber at (417) 682-3579 or one of the two Small Business and Technology Development Centers in southwest Missouri: Missouri State University in Springfield at (417) 836-5685 or Missouri Southern University in Joplin at (417) 625-3128.