Profit Power: What Every Small Business Should Know About Financials, Taxes, and Growth
Understanding your numbers is one of the most important parts of running a successful business, yet it is often one of the most overlooked.
At our upcoming Business Education Network Workshop, we are bringing in Patricia Clynes, Chief Financial Officer of the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, to break down financial concepts in a way that is practical, clear, and immediately useful.
This session, “Profit Power: What Every Small Business Should Know About Financials, Taxes, and Growth,” is designed for business owners who want real clarity and control over their financials without unnecessary complexity.
Why This Workshop Matters
Many business owners operate without fully understanding their financial statements or how to measure performance. This can lead to missed opportunities, poor planning, and unnecessary risk.
This workshop focuses on giving you the tools to:
- Understand where your business stands financially
- Make informed decisions based on real data
- Improve profitability and manage cash flow more effectively
What You Will Learn
Patricia will provide a practical, plain English walkthrough of the three core financial statements and how they work together:
- Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)
- Balance Sheet
- Cash Flow Statement
You will also learn how to:
- Calculate and interpret EBITDA as a quick performance indicator
- Identify practical tax planning opportunities to maximize after-tax profit
- Build year-round habits that strengthen financial stability
Attendees will walk away with a simple diagnostic, a 30/60/90 day action plan, and a curated list of free and low-cost resources to continue improving their financial systems.
Meet the Speaker: Patricia Clynes
Patricia Clynes is the Chief Financial Officer of the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg, where she serves on the CEO’s senior leadership team and oversees all financial operations and strategic initiatives.
She brings more than a decade of experience working with both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, with leadership across finance, administration, IT, human resources, and operations.
Patricia is also deeply involved in the community, having served as Board Treasurer for the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce and contributed to several key committees, including public policy, transportation, and finance. She is a former board member of Girls Inc. of Pinellas and served as Chair of St. Pete Young Professionals.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the State University of New York at Old Westbury.
Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for:
- Small business owners
- Entrepreneurs
- Professionals responsible for financial decisions
- Anyone looking to better understand and control their business finances
Take Control of Your Numbers
Financial clarity leads to better decisions, stronger growth, and long-term stability. This workshop is built to give you practical tools you can actually use, without overcomplicating the process.
