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  • 8:30a SCV MasterMinds

    SCV MasterMinds

    Wednesday, February 01, 2012 | 8:30am to 9:30am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    SCV Chamber of Commerce
    27451 Tourney Road, Suite 160
    Santa Clarita

    Cost: $35 per quarter - first visit free

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    SBDC MasterMinds in the Santa Clarita Valley is a small business and entrepreneurial training and business development group facilitated by the Small Business Development Center. Members meet twice a month on the first and third Wednesday and focus on supporting one another through open discussion and collaboration to increase chances of success and magnitude of success. All local business-minded individuals are invited to attend and join SBDC MasterMinds.

    Facilitator: Charlie Yacoobian

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Wednesday, February 01, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    4900 East Conant Street
    Building O-2, Room 234
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: Free / $1 parking

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Wed, Feb. 1 – 5:30 pm – 7:00pm – @ LBCC
    • Fri, Feb. 3 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am – @ LBCC
    • Wed, Feb. 8 - 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Fri, Feb.10 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 15 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 100 Oceangate, Suite P200
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ LBCC

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 6p Business Boot Camp for Existing Businesses-CANCELLED-

    Business Boot Camp for Existing Businesses-CANCELLED-

    Wednesday, February 01, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $299

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Whether you are an established business owner of if you’re interested in starting a business for the first time, sign up for the Business Boot Camp. This program is designed to provide you with the knowledge needed for success! Our program uses NxLevel training materials and includes up to five one hour review sessions as needed at no charge to help you progress through the program. After every two or three sessions, one of our business counselors will review your progress and assist you with any areas that need extra attention. The NxLevel training program was originally developed by the University of Colorado and is now administered by NxLevel, a non-profit foundation dedicated to the education of entrepreneurs. Since 1996, more than 80,000 participants have completed NxLevel training in the United States. Upon completion of the class, you will have a working business plan for your venture. 

    Instructor: Beckie Walker

  • 6p Small Business Orientation

    Small Business Orientation

    Wednesday, February 01, 2012 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new clients with information about the Small Business Development Center such as, the different services and workshops offered at the center. In addition, the basics of a business start-up will be provided.

    Instructor: Peter Rech

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  • 9a CANCELLED - LinkedIn for Beginners - COC - 2/2/12

    CANCELLED - LinkedIn for Beginners - COC - 2/2/12

    Thursday, February 02, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    COC University Center – Room 213
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
    Santa Clarita

    Cost: $30 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Info:

    Do you have a LinkedIn account but don’t know what to do?  Have you wanted to set up a LinkedIn account but don’t know how to set one up?  In this two-hour hands-on workshop in a computer lab, you’ll learn how to set up your LinkedIn Profile Account, and how it will help you grow your business.  Held in a computer lab with limited seating.

    Instructor:  Diana Meyer

  • 10a Understanding Your Business Website

    Understanding Your Business Website

    Thursday, February 02, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $20 + $1 parking that can be purchased at parking machine located at parking lot entrance.

    Category: Technology

    Info:

    If you have always wanted to build a website but thought it was too hard, then this is the workshop for you.  We will teach you how to build a basic website no matter your level  of proficiency.  We will show you the tools that will take to make a functional website that will attract customers.

  • 7p Developing Your Business Plan - Part 2

    Developing Your Business Plan - Part 2

    Thursday, February 02, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & Part 2

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Create your business plan with the easy, simple and GUIDED approach! The GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop simplifies the process so you leave the workshop with an actual plan of action. The two-part, 6-hour workshop is not just a seminar or lecture—you start writing a solid foundation of your business plan in class. A business development specialist will help you describe your business goals and determine your funding needs to get started. You will have a basic understanding of how to launch your business and receive resources to continue working on your plan on your own

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day. Registration for both days is required.

    Part 1 – January 31, 2012

    Part 2 – February 2, 2012


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  • 9a New Client Orientation - COC - 2/03/12

    New Client Orientation - COC - 2/03/12

    Friday, February 03, 2012 | 9:00am to 10:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    University Center at College of the Canyons
    Room 222
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
    Santa Clarita, CA 91355

    Cost: Free + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning

    Info:

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients.

    Instructor: Connie Sparks

  • 9:30a Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Friday, February 03, 2012 | 9:30am to 11:00am

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    4900 East Conant Street
    Building O-2, Room 234
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: Free / $1 parking

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Fri, Feb. 3 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am – @ LBCC
    • Wed, Feb. 8 - 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Fri, Feb.10 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 15 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 100 Oceangate, Suite P200
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ LBCC

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

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  • 6p Blueprint for Social Media Success

    Blueprint for Social Media Success

    Monday, February 06, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:30pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    Room 228
    3171 S Bundy Drive
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $25

    Category: Marketing, Networking

    Info:

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    • Create a Marketing Plan that Encompasses the
      Effective Use of Social Media
    • Review Successful Business Cases with
      Implemented Social Media Platforms
    • Develop Content that Resonates with your Target
      Demographic
    • Learn to Grow Potential Client Awareness of your
      Brand Strategy


    Facilitator: Monica Rayes


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  • 10a CANCELLED Franchising 101

    CANCELLED Franchising 101

    Tuesday, February 07, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:30pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $7, if in before 10:00am. After 10:00am it is $7 an hour (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1.00 an hour (2 Hour max)
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $40

    Category: Franchising

    Info:

    CANCELLED

    Franchising 101 will provide and overview on the industry from the history of franchising to the current trends in the business sector.  Additional topics covered include: understanding the language of the industry, how to determine if you would be a good franchisee, what to consider before you invest in a franchise and how to finance your franchise business.

    Overview

    • What it is, what it’s not
    • The world of Franchising
    • History
    • Franchising a Unique Industry
    • Franchising Alphabet Soup -( i.e. FDD, Item 19, Unit, The IFA)
    • Business Formats
    • Technology and Franchising
    • What to consider before investing in a Franchise
    • Financing a Franchise
  • 6p Grow Your Business Days

    Grow Your Business Days

    Tuesday, February 07, 2012 | 6:00pm to 7:30pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Marketing

    Info:

    Learn how to grow your business with Every Door Direct Mail from the Postal Service in this informative seminar.

  • 7p Business Legal Issues

    Business Legal Issues

    Tuesday, February 07, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $50

    Category: Legal

    Info:

    In this three hour interactive survey course you will learn the basics of the law as applicable to starting or operating a small business. Discussion of forming a business entity, the use of contracts, employment issues, real estate issues, tort lawsuits, hiring an attorney, dispute resolution and other topics raised by participants. Our goal is to help you to understand some of the key relevant issues in an attempt to de-mystify the law, give you some tools to do research and help you decide when you need to hire an attorney.

    This is a 1day seminar for 3 hours.

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  • 9a Veterans Small Business Expo 2012

    Veterans Small Business Expo 2012

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 9:00am to 3:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach City College
    4901 East Carson Street , T-1200
    Long Beach, California 90808

    Cost: $10 attendees + $1 parking

    Category: Government

    Info:

    LA Chapter Elite SDVOB Network

    Agenda
    Registration will commence at 8:30am.

    Coffee and pastries will be available during registration.
    This one day event is designed for Veteran Owned and Small Businesses to gain the knowledge and create necessary networking opportunities to make your business successful! The Agenda will include an Exhibit Hall of Small Business Resources and Educational Panels.

    Educational Panels
    Government Contracting
    Supplier Diversity
    Lender Roundtable

    Pre– Registration is REQUIRED. Please register online at: www.vboc-ca.org

    Click for PDF : Veterans Small Business Expo 2012

  • 9a “Legal Challenges and Minefields”

    “Legal Challenges and Minefields”

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Location:

    CSULA – Golden Eagle Soriano Conference Room
    5151 State University Dr.
    Los Angeles, CA 90032

    Cost: Free + parking

    Category: Business Management, Legal, Technology

    Info:

    SBDC Hosted by CSULA Presents “Legal Challenges and Minefields”

    Jennifer Post and Kristin C. Hiibner, Ph.D. present the “Legal Challenges and Minefields” workshop that will cover top concerns for technology companies such as:

    • Starting A Company While Your Currently Employed By A Potential Competitor.
    • Disclosing Inventions Without A Non-Disclosure Agreement or before A Patent Application Is Filed.
    • Problems in Capital Raising and Staying Within the Law.
    • Choosing The Wrong Corporate Entity and Failing To Follow Corporate Formalities.
    • Failing to Understand Equity And Inappropriate Use of Equity.
    • Waiting Or Not Considering Intellectual Property Protection And Using Other’s Intellectual Property.
    • Failing To Work Effectively With Attorneys.
    • Thinking Legal Problems Can Be Solved Later.

    In addition, the workshop will discuss working within University Policies and Procedures concerning inventions and intellectual property rights; and updates in “crowd sourcing” capital and fundraising trends.

    Jennifer Post is a corporate, securities and finance attorney. Her firm represents emerging growth companies, their founders and investors.  The firm’s practice includes corporate formation, equity and debt financing, mergers and acquisitions, stock compensation plans, intellectual property licensing, IPOs, stock exchange listings and SEC compliance. Ms. Post frequently acts as outside general counsel to her clients. The Law Office of Jennifer A. Post handles both U.S. and international transactions of all sizes representing companies, individuals and institutions. www.jpostlaw.com

    Kristin C. Hiibner, Ph.D., is an intellectual property attorney with the law firm of Sheldon Mak & Anderson, specializing in patents, trademarks, trade secrets, licensing, opinion writing and risk management.  Kristin has a Ph.D. in Chemistry and represents companies in a variety of technologies including chemistry, biotechnology, medical devices, and internet based industries.  Also an instructor of Biotechnology Law and Regulation at CSU, Channel Islands, she is a frequent presenter on intellectual property topics.  More information about Kristin and her firm, Sheldon Mak & Anderson can be found at www.usip.com

    CSULA MAP: Please click on the link to view and download a map to CSULA. The Engineering and Technology Building is listed on this map as #11. http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/maps/cslamap.php

    PARKING: Visitor/Daily Parking is available with the use of a valid daily permit purchased from permit dispensers machines conveniently located in Lots 1, 2, 5, 7, and 11, Parking Structure A (all levels), Parking Structure B (C-Level) and Parking Structure C (top level).
    Daily permits must be displayed face-up on the driver’s side dash with the valid date/time shown. Failure to display your permit correctly may be plausible cause for citation.
    Costs for Daily Permits are as follows:
    1 hour and 15 minutes – $1.00 / 2 hours and 15 minutes – $2.00 / 4 1/2 hours – $3.00 / All Day – $6.00

    Parking information is also available at the Welcome Center located on Paseo Rancho Castilla and Campus Road; the Information Kiosk located at the west entrance of the Administration Building; or, at the Parking & Transportation Service Center located south of Lot 3.

  • 10a Small Business Orientation

    Small Business Orientation

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 10:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new clients with information about the Small Business Development Center such as, the different services and workshops offered at the center. In addition, the basics of a business start-up will be provided.

    Instructor: LauraLee Garinger

  • 1p Angel Funding for Entrepreneurs

    Angel Funding for Entrepreneurs

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 1:00pm to 4:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $99

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Learn more about angel investing at this informative workshop. A free copy of Finding an Angel Investor by The Planning Shop, an investor presentation template, worksheets for valuation of your company, evaluating angel groups, term sheets, positioning
    & market analysis and Angelsoft templates for marketing to angel investors.
    A combination of discussion & hands on role playing to make you better prepared to win over angel investors. The following topics will be dicussed:
    What an Angel Investor will do for you. How to find an Angel Investor. Make yourself a good catch. The Pitch. Valuation. The Term Sheet. Due Diligence. After the Deal. Troubleshooting. Why won’t they fund? Not reaching milestones. Relationship problems.

     

    Instructor: Michael Grimshaw

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    309 Pine Avenue
    Long Beach, CA 90802
    (two-hours free parking available without validation at CityPlace Shopping Center across the street–entrance on East 3rd Street between Long Beach Boulevard and Pine Avenue)

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Wed, Feb. 8 - 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Fri, Feb.10 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 15 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 100 Oceangate, Suite P200
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ LBCC

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 6p QuickBooks Level 3-Track Inventory

    QuickBooks Level 3-Track Inventory

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    Learn how to track inventory, manage bank accounts and make payroll decisions. Topics tracking inventory items, adjusting physical counts, reconciling the bank account, and setting up the payroll function.

    Instructor: Roanld Amie

  • 6p Basics on Importing to the U.S.

    Basics on Importing to the U.S.

    Wednesday, February 08, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach International Trade Office
    4900 E. Conant St.
    Bldg. 2-Ste. 108,
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $20

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Importing products into the United States can be difficult without appropriate knowledge of the procedures involved. This seminar will give an overview of the process of importing a product, including topics such as the Harmonized Tariff System (HTS), types of duties, and managing warehouses and foreign trade zones.

    Seminar Topics:

    • Country of Origin
    • Product Classification
    • Customs Entry
    • Customs Duties
    • Terms of Sale
    • Landed Cost and Shipping
    • Warehousing

    Sign Up:

    Registration is required.

    Click Here to Register

     

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  • 9a QuickBooks Boot Camp

    QuickBooks Boot Camp

    Thursday, February 09, 2012 | 9:00am to 3:30pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $149** (if registered on or before January 27, 2011) + $1 parking that can be purchased at parking machine located at parking lot entrance

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    New to QuickBooks or have little bookkeeping experience?  This one day course will help you get started on the right foot using this easy-to-learn accounting software.  After taking this course you will learn about File Set Up, Software Use and Inputting Transactions, bookkeeping terminiology and basics such as:  assets and liabilities, debits and credits, accounts recievable/payable, cash vs. accrual, and financial statements

  • 6:45p Legal: Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights

    Legal: Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights

    Thursday, February 09, 2012 | 6:45pm to 9:30pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 217
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $25.00

    Category: Legal

    Info:

    The workshop will cover how business people can protect their logos, pictures, stories, inventions, and other intellectual property.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    * Copyright basics;
    * Trademark basics;
    * Patent basics;
    * Trade secret basics.

    Facilitator: Robert Klepa

  • 7p Social Media Marketing Basics

    Social Media Marketing Basics

    Thursday, February 09, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $50

    Category: Marketing, Social Media

    Info:

    Learn how to leverage the power of social networking to increase online brand presence, attract new customers and manage relationships with current customers through this dynamic presentation which will cover the 101 of using Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Blogging, and Video to market your business.

    This is a 1day seminar for 3 hours.

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  • 8:30a Business Health Care / Insurance Update - COC - 2/10/12

    Business Health Care / Insurance Update - COC - 2/10/12

    Friday, February 10, 2012 | 8:30am to 10:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    COC University Center, Room 107, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita

    Cost: FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Info:

    What Healthcare Reform Means to California Small Businesses

    Mark your calendars!

    The Small Business Development Center Hosted by College of the Canyons, and Small Business Majority are holding a free listening session to help local small business owners and self-employed entrepreneurs learn what the new healthcare law, the Affordable Care Act, means for small business.

    A panel of experts will focus on both federal and state provisions to help local small businesses understand how the law will affect them.

    Topics include:

    • Small business tax credits—who’s eligible for them and how to claim them
    • State Health Insurance Exchange
    • High-risk Pools
    • Shared Responsibility
    • Cost Containment
    • Small Employer Wellness Programs
    • Tools and resources available for small businesses interested in learning more about the law

    A question and answer period will follow.

    A continental breakfast will be served.

    Speakers will include national and local small business and healthcare experts.

    There is a new tax credit for small businesses offering health insurance….  Are you capitalizing on it?

  • 9:30a Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Friday, February 10, 2012 | 9:30am to 11:00am

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Either Orange County or LBCC

    4900 East Conant Street
    Building O-2, Room 234
    Long Beach, CA 90808
    (parking is $1 at kiosk)

    Orange County location TBD

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Fri, Feb.10 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 15 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 100 Oceangate, Suite P200
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ LBCC

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 10a CANCELLED - Quick Books Level 2 - For Current Users -COC-2/10/12

    CANCELLED - Quick Books Level 2 - For Current Users -COC-2/10/12

    Friday, February 10, 2012 | 10:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Premier America Credit Union
    3rd Floor Computer Lab
    19867 Prairie Street
    Chatsworth 91311

    Cost: $65 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 13, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This QuickBooks workshop is for current users only. Your will learn how to more effectively use this powerful accounting software program to help you effectively run your business. Learn simple yet powerful techniques to better manage your finances including how to work with item lists, set up online banking, and reconcile your checking accounts. Learn how to create useful reports and how to export them to Excel. This class is presented in a computer lab with seating limited to 14 attendees.

    Instructor: Crystalynn Shelton

  • 10a Accessing Capital- Finding Funding for Your Business - COC - 2/10/12

    Accessing Capital- Finding Funding for Your Business - COC - 2/10/12

    Friday, February 10, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    University of Antelope Valley
    44055 North Sierra Highway
    Lancaster 93534

    Cost: FREE

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    If you want/need a loan to start or build your business, or if you need some financial help to survive this recession, this workshop is for you. Learn the 5 C’s of credit so you will know what lenders are looking for when considering lending you money. You will recieve information about available small business loan programs assinged to assist businesses during a recesiion. lasly, you will learn about the importance of havin a well thought out business plan when asking for credit or loan consideration form a bank or other lenders.

    Instructor:  Connie Sparks

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  • 9a Mastering QuickBooks I: The Basics

    Mastering QuickBooks I: The Basics

    Saturday, February 11, 2012 | 9:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 127
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $50

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This workshop will take you through the basic set-up functions when utilizing QuickBooks. You will further learn invoicing, receiving payments, making deposits, cash memos, cash sales, and estimates.

    This class will be taught on Windows-based computers; users do not need to bring their own software to take this workshop.

    PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN USB Flash Drive to save all your work.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    Company set-up
    Invoicing
    Receiving payments
    Making deposits
    Credit Memos and Cash Sales

    Facilitator: Miriam Aguilar

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  • 9a LinkedIn for Beginners - COC - 2/13/12

    LinkedIn for Beginners - COC - 2/13/12

    Monday, February 13, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    ITT Technical Institute
    12669 Encinitas Ave
    Sylmar 91342
    5 Freeway at Roxford

    Cost: $30

    Info:

    Do you have a LinkedIn account but don’t know what to do?  Have you wanted to set up a LinkedIn account but don’t know how to set one up?  In this two-hour hands-on workshop in a computer lab, you’ll learn how to set up your LinkedIn Profile Account, and how it will help you grow your business.  Held in a computer lab with limited seating.

    Instructor:  Diana Meyer

  • 10a Guided Business Plan™

    Guided Business Plan™

    Monday, February 13, 2012 | 10:00am to 2:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $7, if in before 10:00am. After 10:00am it is $7 an hour (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1.00 an hour (2 Hour max)
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During the 4-hour session you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By encouraging brainstorming, we remove the focus of trying to craft the perfect sentence for your business plan. You accomplish more in a shorter time period. Our facilitators are able to quickly analyze a range of business models to provide constructive advice. Create your business plan the easy, simple and GUIDED way.

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  • 9a CANCELLED - How to Successfully Start Your New Business - COC - 2/14/12

    CANCELLED - How to Successfully Start Your New Business - COC - 2/14/12

    Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    COC University Center – Room 222
    26455 Rockwell Canyon road
    Santa Clarita 91355

    Cost: $30 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning

    Info:

    This hands-on workshop will help you get started quickly as you learn the steps necessary to successfully launch your new business. Learn to prepare a written plan you can use to build and grow a profitable business. Learn the best way to structure your business as you identify and focus on the key marketing, sales and financial issues of your business and how to bring it all together. This powerful event has helped many entrepreneurs just like you  achieve success.

    Instructor:  Connie Sparks

  • 6p Are You Ready to Start a Business?--CANCELLED--

    Are You Ready to Start a Business?--CANCELLED--

    Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will take you through all the steps that are essential in starting a small business including home-based businesses. Learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur, tax and license requirements, and more. You will also learn how to structure a business plan, which is critical in starting a small business and to obtain a business loan. Learn everything you need to start your business in this information-packed session!

    Instructor: Charlie Lowe

  • 6p Forming the Right Legal Structure

    Forming the Right Legal Structure

    Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Legal

    Info:

    One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a buisness owner is how the company should be structured. This decision will have long-term implications, so consult with an accountant and attorney to help you select the form of ownership that is right for you. In making a choice, you will want to take into account the following:

    • Your vision regarding the size and nature of your business.
    • Number of employees.
    • Type of business operation.
    • Legal restrictions.
    • The level of control you wish to have.
    • The level of “structure” you are willing to deal with.
    • The business’s vulnerability to lawsuits.
    • Tax implications of the different ownership structures.
    • Expected profit (or loss) of the business and capital needs.
    • Whether or not you need to re-invest earnings into the business.
    • Length of business operation.

    Instructor: Daniel Hancuff

  • 7p Marketing Your Business - Part 1

    Marketing Your Business - Part 1

    Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & 2

    Category: Marketing

    Info:

    Marketing elements such as resources, information, tips and ideas to help you market your business successfully. The importance of creating marketing plan for your business and how to establish one. How to determine a marketing budget and learn to prepare one.

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day.

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  • 8:30a SCV MasterMinds

    SCV MasterMinds

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 8:30am to 9:30am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    SCV Chamber of Commerce
    27451 Tourney Road, Suite 160
    Santa Clarita

    Cost: $35 per quarter - first visit free

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    SBDC MasterMinds in the Santa Clarita Valley is a small business and entrepreneurial training and business development group facilitated by the Small Business Development Center. Members meet twice a month on the first and third Wednesday and focus on supporting one another through open discussion and collaboration to increase chances of success and magnitude of success. All local business-minded individuals are invited to attend and join SBDC MasterMinds.

    Facilitator: Charlie Yacoobian

  • 9a CANCELLED - How to Successfully Start Your New Business - COC - 2/15/12

    CANCELLED - How to Successfully Start Your New Business - COC - 2/15/12

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Build WorkSource Center
    9207 Eton Ave.
    Chatsworth 91311

    Cost: $30

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning

    Info:

    This hands-on workshop will help you get started quickly as you learn the steps necessary to successfully launch your new business. Learn to prepare a written plan you can use to build and grow a profitable business. Learn the best way to structure your business as you identify and focus on the key marketing, sales and financial issues of your business and how to bring it all together. This powerful event has helped many entrepreneurs just like you  achieve success.

    Instructor:  Connie Sparks

  • 9a GSA Getting on the GSA Schedule

    GSA Getting on the GSA Schedule

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Location:

    SBA Training Room
    330 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203.

    Cost: Free / $9 parking

    Category: Business Management, Government

    Info:

    The Los Angeles District of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a variety of classes for business owners in our Training Room, located at 330 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203.

    View the Los Angeles SBA online calendar at:  http://web.sba.gov/calendar/public/index.cfm?rc=0914

    GSA Getting on the GSA Schedule

    Presented by U.S. GSA & L.A. County PTAC

    This course reviews the fundamentals of the GSA Acquisition process; how to identify schedules & item numbers; analysis of the application process; use of GSA website & schedules for marketing to GSA, DoD and other federal agencies.

  • 10a Small Business Orientation

    Small Business Orientation

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 10:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new clients with information about the Small Business Development Center such as, the different services and workshops offered at the center. In addition, the basics of a business start-up will be provided.

  • 10a Engagement Marketing: Email + Social = Success - COC - 2/15/12

    Engagement Marketing: Email + Social = Success - COC - 2/15/12

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    ITT Technical Institute
    12669 Encinitas Ave
    Sylmar 91342
    5 Freeway at Roxford

    Cost: FREE

    Info:

    Building lasting relationships with your existing customers and members drives business success.  Using social media to complement these efforts is the cornerstone of any Engagement Marketing strategy. Now that you’re using social media to engage a broader audience, how can you combine all efforts, in order to drive measureable business results in a way that increases your overall productivity?  This seminar will teach you how small organizations can grow and engage their network of Fans, Followers, and email subscribers by:

    • Integrating your current email marketing efforts and key social networks to drive awareness and promotional campaigns;
    • Sharing engaging content and other promotions that amplify your word of mouth, keeping you top of mind and making it simple for customers to share your message;
    • Effectively measure network growth, engagement, and impact in a way that meets – and exceeds – your organization’s success formula.

    Instructor:  Kelly Flint

  • 1:30p Supercharging Your Facebook Marketing - COC - 2/15/12

    Supercharging Your Facebook Marketing - COC - 2/15/12

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 1:30pm to 3:30pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    ITT Technical Institute
    12669 Encinitas Ave
    Sylmar 91342
    5 Freeway at Roxford

    Cost: FREE

    Info:

    It’s no secret that Facebook has become a huge part of how people interact with each other, share ideas and recommendations, and interact with the brands they like.  Too many businesses aren’t seeing results from their Facebook marketing efforts because they are posting content without a plan for turning “fans” into customers and advocates.

    In this seminar, you’ll learn:

    • Why Facebook is important to your business
    • The difference between posting and marketing on Facebook
    • Drive more “likes,” more “shares,” and more business
      • Plan: driving repeat business and amplifying word of mouth with a great offer!
      • Publish: sharing your message easily to stay top-of-mind with others (engage!)
      • Promote: growing your business and measuring results.

    You’ll also learn 10 best practices that you can do today to supercharge your Facebook marketing and take that word-of-mouth marketing to the next level.

    Instructor:  Kelly Flint

  • 3p Introduction to International Importing and Exporting

    Introduction to International Importing and Exporting

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm

    Campus: Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County

    Location:

    1601 Carmen Drive, Suite 215, Camarillo, CA

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Introduction to International Importing and Exporting is presented by SBDC director Ray Bowman. The workshop is a practical introduction to the business basics importing and exporting. Topics include logistics, documents, contract administration, terminology, quality control and payment procedures. The workshop will be 3-5 p.m., Feb. 15 and will be offered the third Wednesday of each month.

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    LBCC Small Business Development Center–Downtown Office
    309 Pine Avenue
    Long Beach, CA 90802
    (two-hours free parking available without validation at CityPlace Shopping Center across the street–entrance on East 3rd Street between Long Beach Boulevard and Pine Avenue)

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Wed, Feb. 15 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 309 Pine
    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ 100 Oceangate, Suite P200
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm – @ LBCC

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 6p QuickBooks Level 4-Business Reports

    QuickBooks Level 4-Business Reports

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    Learn how to prepare business reports. Topics include journal entries, general ledger, preparing financial statements, and budgeting.

    Instructor: Ronald Amie

  • 6p QuickBooks Level I - COC - 2/15/2012

    QuickBooks Level I - COC - 2/15/2012

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    COC University Center, Room 309
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
    Santa Clarita, CA

    Cost: $65 + $2 parking fee (Parking kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only.)

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This hand-on “at a computer” 3-hour workshop will teach you how to effectively use QuickBooks to profitably run you business. Lear simple yet powerful technique to manage your finances including how to set up a chart of  accounts and year-end Profit & Loss Statement.  Presented in a lab with limited seating.  For beginners and current users.

    Instructor:  Crystalynn Shelton

  • 6p Fundamentals of Exporting

    Fundamentals of Exporting

    Wednesday, February 15, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach International Trade Center
    4900 E. Conant St.,
    Bldg. 2-Ste. 108,
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $20

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Seminar Description:

    This is a must-take opportunity for new exporters to gain an understanding of the export process. Topics will include INCO Terms and other technical terms used in international trade, setting up your business, logistics and insurance.

    Seminar Topics:

    • Setting up Your Business
    • INCO Terms and Other Technical Terms
    • Logistics and Shipping
    • Insurance for Your Shipments

     

    Sign-up:

    Registration is required.

    Click Here to Register

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  • 9a Women Owned Small Business Certification (WOSB)

    Women Owned Small Business Certification (WOSB)

    Thursday, February 16, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Location:

    Training Room, located at
    330 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203.

    Cost: Free / $9 parking

    Category: Government

    Info:

    Presented by VEDC- Women’s Business Center

    Want to become a Certified Woman-Owned Business? Learn how to become certified and develop specific strategies to maximize the opportunities made available through the U.S. SBA’s Woman-Owned Small Business Program. Discover how to promote your company to major corporations that are actively seeking to conduct business with a Woman-Owned Business. The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council Certification validates that the business is 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by a woman or women.

  • 1p Understanding Business Financials

    Understanding Business Financials

    Thursday, February 16, 2012 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm

    Location:

    Training Room, located at :
    330 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203.

    Cost: Free / $9 parking

    Category: Government

    Info:

    Presented by Kelly Rolfe Financial Services

    If you own a business or are starting a business you need to understand your financial responsibilities in running your business.  Come join us to learn the important financials relating to business, including how to read financial statements, tax responsibilities, budget & bookkeeping responsibilities.

  • 4:30p YEP Spring Kickoff Meeting - COC - 02/16/12

    YEP Spring Kickoff Meeting - COC - 02/16/12

    Thursday, February 16, 2012 | 4:30pm to 6:30pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    College of the Canyons
    University Center Room 258
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
    Santa Clarita 91355

    Cost: FREE

    Category: Networking

    Info:

    Come join us for the YEP Spring Kickoff Event.  This will be a great way to gain knowledge and interact with business minded individuals. You don’t want to miss out!  Food will be provided free of charge!

  • 7p Marketing Your Business - Part 2

    Marketing Your Business - Part 2

    Thursday, February 16, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & 2

    Category: Marketing

    Info:

    Marketing elements such as resources, information, tips and ideas to help you market your business successfully. The importance of creating marketing plan for your business and how to establish one. How to determine a marketing budget and learn to prepare one.

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day.

    Part 1 – February 14, 2012

    Part 2 – February 16, 2012


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  • 8a Holiday Closure - Office Closed

    Holiday Closure - Office Closed

    Friday, February 17, 2012 | 8:00am to 5:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Info:

    In Observance of Lincoln’s Birthday, the SBDC office will be closed.  We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday, February 21, 2012.

  • 8:30a Consultant Support Group*

    Consultant Support Group*

    Friday, February 17, 2012 | 8:30am to 9:30am

    Campus: Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County

    Location:

    1601 Carmen Drive, Suite 215, Camarillo, CA

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Networking

    Info:

    Consultant Support Group is presented by SBDC advisor Joe Huggins and is an ongoing group for established consultants and those who are interested in entering the field. It will cover topics and issues they will encounter when working for clients and businesses. The group will be 8:30-9:30 a.m., Feb. 17 and meet the third Friday of each month.

    *Pre-approval is required for participation.

  • 9a “SBIR / STTR – Making Connections”

    “SBIR / STTR – Making Connections”

    Friday, February 17, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: CSULA

    Location:

    CSULA – Golden Eagle Soriano Conference Room
    5151 State University Dr., Los Angeles CA 90032

    Cost: Free + parking

    Category: Business Planning, Government, Technology

    Info:

    Dr. Marie Talnack will present the “SBIR / STTR – Making Connections” workshop to assist in informing Universities and Small Business on how to work together to take full advantage of the SBIR STTR Government program. The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs is the federal government’s largest R&D grants program targeted to the small business community. With over $2.5 billion available annually, it is arguably the best source of nondilutive risk capital available to help fund the development of promising new technologies.

    Visitor/Daily Parking is available with the use of a valid daily permit purchased from permit
    dispensers machines conveniently located in Lots 1, 2, 5, 7, and 11, Parking Structure A (all
    levels), Parking Structure B (C-Level) and Parking Structure C (top level). 2 hours and 15
    minutes $2.00 | 4 1/2 hours $3.00

    “SBIR / STTR – MAKING CONNECTIONS”

  • 1p Entrepreneurial Academy

    Entrepreneurial Academy

    Friday, February 17, 2012 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm

    Campus: Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County

    Location:

    1601 Carmen Drive, Suite 215, Camarillo, CA

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning, Finances, Legal, Sales

    Info:

    Topics will include an introduction to the entrepreneurial mindset, the planning stages, products and pricing, marketing practices, managing sales, operations and HR, legal considerations, financing, and funding sources. The Academy will be held 1-3 p.m., Feb. 17 and will meet the third Friday of each month.

    Pre-approval is required for participation.

    Presented by: Joe Huggins, SBDC advisor

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  • 9a Biz @ Home Expo - COC - 2/18/12

    Biz @ Home Expo - COC - 2/18/12

    Saturday, February 18, 2012 | 9:00am to 5:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Hyatt Regency Valencia
    24500 Town Center Drive
    Valencia, CA 91355

    Info:

    Start, improve, or grow your home-based business at Biz @ Home Expo on Saturday February 18 (9 am – 5 pm) and February 19 (10 am – 4 pm) at the Hyatt Regency Valencia in Santa Clarita.

    • Over 65 exhibitors with the right business opportunities, products, services, and information for your venture.
    • Biz@Home University – home=based business educational seminars.
    • Biz@Home Showcase – informative presentations and demonstrations
    • Special offers, drawings, and prizes

    Sponsor, exhibitor and advertiser opportunities available.

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  • 10a Biz @ Home Expo - COC - 2/19/12

    Biz @ Home Expo - COC - 2/19/12

    Sunday, February 19, 2012 | 10:00am to 4:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Hyatt Regency Valencia
    24500 Town Center Drive
    Valencia, CA 91355

    Info:

    Start, improve, or grow your home-based business at Biz @ Home Expo on Saturday February 18 (9 am – 5 pm) and February 19 (10 am – 4 pm) at the Hyatt Regency Valencia in Santa Clarita.

    • Over 65 exhibitors with the right business opportunities, products, services, and information for your venture.
    • Biz@Home University – home=based business educational seminars.
    • Biz@Home Showcase – informative presentations and demonstrations
    • Special offers, drawings, and prizes

    Sponsor, exhibitor and advertiser opportunities available.

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  • 8a Holiday Closure - Office Closed

    Holiday Closure - Office Closed

    Monday, February 20, 2012 | 8:00am to 5:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Info:

    In observance of Washington’s Birthday, the SBDC office at Long Beach City College will be closed.  We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday, February 21, 2012.

  • 8:30a OFFICE CLOSED - President's Day

    OFFICE CLOSED - President's Day

    Monday, February 20, 2012 | 8:30am to 5:30pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Info:

    Our office will be closed in observance of President’s Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 21st from 8:30am-5:30pm.

  • 6p Basics on Importing to the U.S.

    Basics on Importing to the U.S.

    Monday, February 20, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach International Trade Office (Downtown)
    309 Pine Avenue
    Long Beach, CA 90802

    Cost: Free

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Importing products into the United States can be difficult without appropriate knowledge of the procedures involved. This seminar will give an overview of the process of importing a product, including topics such as the Harmonized Tariff System (HTS), types of duties, and managing warehouses and foreign trade zones.

    Seminar Topics:

    • Country of Origin
    • Product Classification
    • Customs Entry
    • Customs Duties
    • Terms of Sale
    • Landed Cost and Shipping
    • Warehousing

    Sign Up:

    Registration is required.

    Click Here to Register

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  • 9a Keys to the SBA Loan Process - Culver City

    Keys to the SBA Loan Process - Culver City

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:30am

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    Culver City Chamber of Commerce
    4249 Overland Ave
    Culver City, CA 90230

    Cost: $10.00

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    LIMITED SEATING – REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

    This workshop will cover the hidden factors of getting an SBA-backed loan.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    Learn and understand the 10 major benefits of getting an SBA-backed loan.
    Learn the five KEYS to getting your loan funded.
    What it takes for the lender to work on your first loan.
    How to make your loan package stand out ahead of others.

    Facilitator: Jeffrey Francis

  • 9a Federal and State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

    Federal and State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | 9:00am to 3:00pm

    Location:

    SBA Los Angeles District Office Training Room, located at 330 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203.

    Cost: Free / $9 parking

    Category: Government

    Info:

    Presented by the IRS and the California EDD Tax office

    You will learn about California payroll reporting requirements, including forms, employer obligations, reporting, payment requirements, independent contractor reporting requirements, electronic filing and payment requirements and options.  Additionally, Federal payroll reporting requirements, including Forms 940, 941, 1099, W-2, W-4, W-9, and alternative filing will be discussed. 

  • 10a Social Media: Engaging and Empowering Your Customers

    Social Media: Engaging and Empowering Your Customers

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $25 + $1 parking that can be purchased at parking machine located at parking lot entrance

    Category: Technology

    Info:

    Learn how to create buzz for your business with new cost effective marketing channels.  You will learn how to use different types of social media such as Facebook to gain exposure for your business.

  • 10a Export Plan Development Seminar

    Export Plan Development Seminar

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach International Trade Office (Downtown)
    309 Pine Avenue
    Long Beach, CA 90802

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning, Import/Export, Marketing

    Info:

    Export Plan Development Understand the essentials of an international business plan, the additional costs associated with exporting, product pricing and marketing for international markets, and the importance of receptive markets.

     

    Sign Up:

    Registration is required.

    Click Here to Register

  • 7p Record Keeping and Accounting - Part 1

    Record Keeping and Accounting - Part 1

    Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & 2

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    The importance of maintaining a complete and accurate set of business records.  Learn to establish an accounting and recordkeeping system that works for you. Discussion on the objectives and methods of recordkeeping. Review of accounting terminology.

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day.

    Part 1 – February 21, 2012

    Part 2 – February 23 2012


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  • 8a CAREERS IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP

    CAREERS IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 8:00am to 10:00am

    Location:

    SBA Los Angeles District Office
    330 N Brand Blvd., Suite 1200, Glendale, CA 91203

    Cost: Free / $9 parking

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Who doesn’t love the idea of being their own boss, controlling their own destiny?

    SBA, SBDC and FranNet have teamed up to cover a free educational workshop to all SBDC clients who are thinking about going into business for themselves. During this detailed 60-minute workshop, you will become educated and enlightened as to the numerous options available in the franchise world. 

    Your host, Vic Scimo, of FranNet, will cover topics like:

    •Benefits of franchise systems
    •Who is right for the franchise industry?
    •What’s working in today’s economy?
    •What is a business model?
    •How to find the right franchise for you
    •What are the concept options?
    •Investment options
    •How to do the research
    Mark your calendars, seats will fill quickly!

  • 9a Get Government Contracts - 8(A) Certification

    Get Government Contracts - 8(A) Certification

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $30 + $1 parking that must be purchased at parking machine located at parking lot entrance

    Category: Certification

    Info:

    The SBA’s 8(A) program, named for a section of the Small Business Act, is a business development program created to help small disadvantaged businesses compete in the american economy  and access the federal procurement market.  We will teach you what you need to submit to become 8(a) certified.  Learn how to navigate through the three to six month process of becoming certified and learn what this certification can do for your business.

  • 10a Small Business Orientation

    Small Business Orientation

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 10:00am

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new clients with information about the Small Business Development Center such as, the different services and workshops offered at the center. In addition, the basics of a business start-up will be provided.

    Instructor: LauraLee Garinger

  • 10a Monster Marketing Mistakes - COC- 2/22/12

    Monster Marketing Mistakes - COC- 2/22/12

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 10:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Premier America Credit Union
    1st Floor Training Room
    19867 Prairie St.
    Chatsworth 91311

    Cost: $30

    Category: Marketing

    Info:

    Yes, it is almost certainly true – you are making mistakes when marketing your business products and services.  Come prepared to listen, learn and discuss what you can and should do to fix those mistakes.  Bring your business cards, flyers and a link to your website to have them challenged by your peers and a 35 year expert marketing executive who has already helped more than 400 clients just like you!  This event can make a powerful and profitable difference for your business, whether you are an experienced pro or just getting started.  Limited to 30 attendees, so register early.

    Instructor:  Ben Tenn

  • 3p Introduction to International Shipping and Logistics

    Introduction to International Shipping and Logistics

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm

    Campus: Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County

    Location:

    1601 Carmen Drive, Suite 215, Camarillo, CA

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Introduction to International Shipping and Logistics is a basic overview of international logistics, including definitions, regulations, documentations, transportation, warehousing and pricing, as well as emerging issues in today’s economy. Participants are encouraged to ask questions about their current logistics problems or concerns.

    The workshop will be 3-5 p.m., Feb. 22 and will be offered the fourth Wednesday of each month.

    Presented by: Ray Bowman, SBDC director

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Office of 10KSB Alumnus Alan Burks, who will be speaking about the program!
    Environ Architecture, Inc.
    100 Oceangate, Suite P-200
    Long Beach, CA 90802
    (Free Parking in Building Garage)

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Wed, Feb. 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 6p Introduction to WordPress

    Introduction to WordPress

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Downtown Long Beach, CA 90802

    Cost: $25 + Parking Fee (Cost Varies depending on parking lot chosen)

    Category: Technology

    Info:

    For those that want to update their business website, write a blog, or create online content should know WordPress.  WordPress is a simple to use program that controls how content looks ont he web.  This workshop will cover learning the basic WordPress structure, what it is, how it works and how to use it.

  • 6p QuickBooks Level 5-Payroll

    QuickBooks Level 5-Payroll

    Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    In-depth session on how to set-up and use the payroll function.

    Instructor: Ronald Amie

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  • 7:30a Workshop: Essential Tips on Managing Day-to-Day Operations

    Workshop: Essential Tips on Managing Day-to-Day Operations

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 7:30am to 9:00am

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    Santa Monica College SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 123
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $20 (Includes Continental Breakfast)

    Category: Business Management, Finances, Marketing, Sales

    Info:

    GAN LA Small Business Breakfast Series

    Starting and managing a small business requires a strong operational foundation. The day-to-day operations of any small business entails the following components: 1) Talent Recruitment, 2) Marketing and Sales, 3) Technology, 4) Finance and Legal, 5) Customer Support, and 6) Healthy dosage of organizational culture. In this workshop, the speakers will highlight the ongoing challenges encountered in the day-to-day operation of a small business.

    Featured Speakers:
    Michelle King, SBDC Director and Anita S. Katzenbach, Senior Management Consultant, Project Manager, Organizational Change Professional.

    Note: This workshop is the first in the Small Business Breakfast Series (SBBS), coordinated by Pepperdine’s Graziadio Alumni Network of Los Angeles (GAN LA), in association with the Los Angeles Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and sponsored by Identify Solutions.

    The goal of these events is to provide valuable and relevant information for local small business owners, managers, or entrepreneurs in a workshop-like setting.

    Each event is open to the public and will include a continental breakfast. For more information on the SBBS or other aspects of GAN LA’s council and network, please contact Robin Doty at robin.doty@pepperdine.edu.

    Workshop: Essential Tips on Managing Day-to-Day Operations Feb23rd

  • 2p 2012 Economic & Real Estate Outlook - COC - 2/23/12

    2012 Economic & Real Estate Outlook - COC - 2/23/12

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 2:00pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    Hyatt Regency Valencia
    24500 Town Center Drive
    Valencia, CA 91355

    Cost: $95 per person through January 23, $125 per person registering between January 24 and February 22, $150 per person for walk-in registration on the day of the event.

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Join the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Center and College of the Canyons for the 2012 Santa Clarita Valley economic forecast, plus topical presentations on issues pertinent to our region, state and nation.  Keynote Forecast by Mark Schneipp, Director of the California Economic Forecast.  Seating for this event is limited.  Large groups are encouraged to contact the SCVEDC directly at (661) 288-4400 for more information about sponsorship opportunities.

    Tickets to the 2012 Santa Clarita Valley Outlook event include:  event seating, a complimentary copy of the 2012 Santa Clarita Valley Economic Outlook forecast book (an $85 value), access to our post-conference reception, appetizers and a complimentary beverage.

  • 6p How to Write a Business Plan

    How to Write a Business Plan

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Why do you need a business plan? It may seem silly to ask yourself “What business am I really in,” but some entrepreneurs/business owners have gone broke because they never answered that question. One watch store owner realized that most of his time was spent repairing watches while most of his money was spent selling them. He finally decided he was in the watch repair business and discontinued the sales operations. His profit improved dramatically.

    A business plan precisely defines your business, identifies your goals, and serves as your firm’s resume. It helps you allocate resources properly, handle unforeseen complications, and make the right decisions. It is crucial to have a business plan if you plan to obtain financing, but it also can inform your sales personnel, suppliers and others about your operations and goals. It also helps answer the question “What business am I in?”

    This workshop will help you create a business plan to successfully launch or refine your business operations.

    Instructor: Beckie Walker

  • 6:30p USPS: Every Door Direct Mail

    USPS: Every Door Direct Mail

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 6:30pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 335
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: FREE

    Category: Marketing

    Info:

    Learn how to grow your business with Every Door Direct Mail from the Postal Service.

    • Every mailing address. No mailing list. Saturate a target area with your marketing message by utilizing carrier routes instead of mailing lists.
    • Save on lists and printing. No need to rent mailing lists or print specific names and street addresses on your mail pieces.

    USPS Reps and Print Vendors will be on hand to answer your questions related to printing and mailing marketing materials to your customers.

    Download PDF Brochure.

  • 7p Record Keeping and Accounting - Part 2

    Record Keeping and Accounting - Part 2

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & 2

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    The importance of maintaining a complete and accurate set of business records.  Learn to establish an accounting and recordkeeping system that works for you. Discussion on the objectives and methods of recordkeeping. Review of accounting terminology.

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day.

    Part 1 – February 21, 2012

    Part 2 – February 23, 2012


  • 7p Legal: Inc., LLC, DBA... Which is Best?

    Legal: Inc., LLC, DBA... Which is Best?

    Thursday, February 23, 2012 | 7:00pm to 9:30pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 228
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $25.00

    Category: Legal

    Info:

    This workshop will give you a basic understanding of the benefits and risks of becoming a Corporation, LLP or LLC, Sole Proprietorship, or Partnership.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    • Do I want to be a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation?
    • What is the good and bad of each?
    • What taxes do I pay if I choose one over the other?
    • How do I raise money to fund my company?

    Facilitator: Robert Klepa

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  • 7:30a An Educational Symposium hosted by the NCMA Beach Cities Chapter

    An Educational Symposium hosted by the NCMA Beach Cities Chapter

    Friday, February 24, 2012 | 7:30am to 3:30pm

    Location:

    THE GRAND
    LONG BEACH EVENT CENTER
    4101 E. Willow St.
    Long Beach, CA 90815
    (562) 426-0555

    http://choura.us/venues/grand

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning

    Info:

    “Sharpening the Skills of Contracts, Subcontracts, and Procurement Professionals”

    This program was developed to benefit professionals working across disciplines in the field of government and commercial acquisition and contracting, such as contract administrators and managers, subcontract administrators and buyers, business managers, program managers, business development personnel and attorneys.

    Early Registration (by February 14th): $100 (NCMA members); $110 (non-members)

    Registration Fee (after February 14th): $110 (members); $120 (non-members)

    Full-time students in a Contracts/Procurement-related field: $50

    Registration fee includes: materials, continental breakfast, networking lunch, wireless internet access.

    Agenda – NCMA Beach Cities Chapter Annual Educational Symposium

  • 9a LinkedIn for Current Users - COC - 2/24/12

    LinkedIn for Current Users - COC - 2/24/12

    Friday, February 24, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    COC University Center – Room 213
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
    Santa Clarita

    Cost: $35 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Info:

    Now that you’ve had your LinkedIn account, how do you get noticed and start generating qualified leads and revenue?  In this two-hour hands-on workshop in the computer lab, you’ll learn how to more effectively use LinkedIn to grow your business and increase your circle or connections.  You’ll receive tips on improving your profile and learn how to become an expert in your industry or area of interest on LinkedIn.  When you leave, you’ll have the necessary skills to add to your network, build new relationships online, and enhance existing relationships with other like-minded business professionals.  Limited seating.

    Instructor:  Diana Meyer

  • 10a Start-up Basics: Staying on Track

    Start-up Basics: Staying on Track

    Friday, February 24, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:30pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SBDC Office (Suite 76)
    3400 Airport Ave
    Santa Monica, CA 90405

    Cost: $25.00

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This 2-1/2 hour workshop is designed to assist you in defining your business’s mission and vision statements. We will also look at position statements and how the work done in this workshop can be plugged into a Business Plan.

    For those who need a full, detailed Business Plan document for loans, grants, and investors, consider registering into our How to Write a Business Plan Workshop.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    • Mission Statement
    • Vision Statement
    • Position Statement

    Facilitator: PJ Abode

  • 11a Three Keys to Email Marketing

    Three Keys to Email Marketing

    Friday, February 24, 2012 | 11:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Paramount, CA 90723

    Cost: $25 (Parking is Free)

    Category: Marketing, Technology

    Info:

    With applied best practices and the integration of social media, Email marketing offers higher ROI for most small business marketing campaigns. In this session, increase your open rates, improve your subject lines, reduce unsubscribes, and draw more targeted website traffic.

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Friday, February 24, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Either Orange County or LBCC

    4900 East Conant Street
    Building O-2, Room 234
    Long Beach, CA 90808
    (parking is $1 at kiosk)

    Orange County location TBD

    Cost: Free!

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Fri, Feb.24 – 9:30 am – 11:00 am
    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

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  • 9a What Business Should You Start?

    What Business Should You Start?

    Saturday, February 25, 2012 | 9:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $99

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Many would be entrepreneurs get stuck when they have to choose which type of business to start. This workshop is designed to help you better understand your own skills, style, interest, goals, and financial needs. The session includes self-assessments to help you identify your Entrepreneur Type and the businesses that are best suited for your personality and capabilities.

     

    Instructor: Star Van Buren

  • 9a How to Write a Business Plan

    How to Write a Business Plan

    Saturday, February 25, 2012 | 9:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 228
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $40.00

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    *** Required for SBA Loans ***

    This workshop will acquaint participants with the theory and practical strategies in working on a formal business plan document.

    Business Plan theory: concept and mission development, target market identification, operating capital, strategic planning, loan packages.

    Strategies for completing the major sections of the business plan including sources of data.

    Facilitator: Trevor Schickman

  • 9a Mastering QuickBooks II: Beyond the Basics

    Mastering QuickBooks II: Beyond the Basics

    Saturday, February 25, 2012 | 9:00am to 1:00pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC Bundy Campus
    3171 S. Bundy Dr., Room 127
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $50.00

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This 4 hour workshop goes beyond our introductory workshop, QuickBooks I, and  is for anyone who wants to optimize their use of QuickBooks. You will learn the following transactions: Purchase Orders, Inventory, Entering and Paying Bills, Writing Checks, Sales Tax, Reports, Memorizing Transactions, and Bank Account Reconciliations.

    You do not need to own the software to take this workshop.

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    • Accounting techniques using QuickBooks.
    • Purchase Orders
    • Inventory
    • Reports
    • Bank Account Reconciliations

    Facilitator: Miriam Aguilar

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  • 9a Business Loans 101

    Business Loans 101

    Monday, February 27, 2012 | 9:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90809

    Cost: $20 + $1 parking that can be purchased at parking machine located to the right of parking lot entrance

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This workshop will teach you what you need to know to secure a business loan.  You will learn what documents and paperwork you will need to get a loan from major banks.  We will also show you which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify.  You will also learn why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit.

  • 6p Social Networking: Making It Work for you

    Social Networking: Making It Work for you

    Monday, February 27, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:30pm

    Campus: Santa Monica College

    Location:

    SMC SBDC at Bundy Campus
    3171 S Bundy Drive, Room 217
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

    Cost: $25.00

    Category: Internet, Marketing, Networking

    Info:

    Primary Topics (include, but are not limited to):

    • Learn how to create content for your marketing purposes utilizing social media
    • Capture your customers’ attention and interest
    • Formulate a plan to communicate to your client base
    • Capitalize on increasing brand recognition and propensity to buy
    • Review of Twitter, Facebook, and You Tube

    Facilitator: Monica Rayes

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  • 9a Essential Steps for Writing a Business Plan Part I - COC - 2/28/12

    Essential Steps for Writing a Business Plan Part I - COC - 2/28/12

    Tuesday, February 28, 2012 | 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    University Center at College of the Canyons
    Room 222
    26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
    Santa Clarita, CA 91355

    Cost: $35 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14, machine takes $1 bills and quarters only)

    Category: Business Management, Business Planning

    Info:

    A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis & budgeting will be covered in Part I. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their bussiness plan during the training.

    Instructor: Connie Sparks

  • 10a Start A Small Business

    Start A Small Business

    Tuesday, February 28, 2012 | 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $20 + $1 parking that can be purchased at parking machine located at parking lot entrance

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This seminar will get you on the right path to starting a small business.  Topics to be discussed include:  Researching your business idea, business plan utline, start-up expenses & financing, legal aspects and general management issues.

  • 3p Business Loans 101

    Business Loans 101

    Tuesday, February 28, 2012 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Finances

    Info:

    This class will teach what you need to know to secure a business loan. You will learn what documents and paperwork you will need to get a loan from major banks. We will also show you which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify. You will also learn why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit.

    Instructor: Bill

  • 7p Introduction to QuickBooks - Part 1

    Introduction to QuickBooks - Part 1

    Tuesday, February 28, 2012 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

    Campus: Pacific Coast Regional

    Location:

    Pacific Coast Regional SBDC
    3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501
    Los Angeles, CA 90010

    We are located in the Mirae Bank building on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and New Hampshire Ave. just one block west of Vermont Ave.

    PARKING:
    In our building for a flat rate of $3.50, after 4:00pm (we do not validate).
    Street Metered Parking: $1 an hour
    Metro Red Line/ Purple Line: Wilshire/Vermont Stop (one block east from our office)

    Cost: $60 - Part 1 & 2

    Category: Record Keeping, Technology

    Info:

    A practical introduction to QuickBooks will teach you how manage money coming in and money going out (sales, invoicing, paying bills, and tracking expenses), reconcile accounts, use reports to understand your business, including profitability and sales trends.

    This is a 2 day seminar, 3 hours each day.

    Part 1 – February 28, 2012

    Part 2 – March 1, 2012


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  • 8:30a SCV MasterMinds

    SCV MasterMinds

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 8:30am to 9:30am

    Campus: College of the Canyons serving North LA County

    Location:

    SCV Chamber of Commerce
    27451 Tourney Road, Suite 160
    Santa Clarita

    Cost: $35 per quarter - first visit free

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    SBDC MasterMinds in the Santa Clarita Valley is a small business and entrepreneurial training and business development group facilitated by the Small Business Development Center. Members meet twice a month on the first and third Wednesday and focus on supporting one another through open discussion and collaboration to increase chances of success and magnitude of success. All local business-minded individuals are invited to attend and join SBDC MasterMinds.

    Facilitator: Charlie Yacoobian

  • 10a Small Business Orientation

    Small Business Orientation

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 10:00am to 11:00am

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: Free

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new clients with information about the Small Business Development Center such as, the different services and workshops offered at the center. In addition, the basics of a business start-up will be provided.

    Instructor: LauraLee Garinger

  • 1p Export-Import Workshop

    Export-Import Workshop

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 1:00pm to 5:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    This workshop will provide new-to-export and new-to-market clients with information on getting started in international trade. International trade basics will be provided as we walk through to the four export/import development stages and are introduced to trade assistance resources on the federal, state and local level.

     

    Instructor: Bronwen Madden

  • 5:30p Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Goldman Sachs - 10,000 Small Businesses Applications for Cohort 6 Being Accepted

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach City College
    4900 East Conant Street, Building O-2, Room 234
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: Free / $1 parking

    Category: Business Management

    Info:

    Deadline to Apply is February 15th.

    Learn more about Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Long Beach City College. The program is designed to give local small business owners across the greater Los Angeles area resources to grow.

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses helps small businesses create jobs and economic opportunity by providing entrepreneurs with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. Participants in the program will gain practical business knowledge and skills that can be put to work immediately, such as contract negotiation, marketing, accounting and people management.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    To learn more about the program please attend one of our informational sessions.

    Dates:

    • Wed, Feb. 29 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

    Meet some of our past scholars: Videos

  • 6p WordPress II

    WordPress II

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 6:00pm to 8:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Downtown Long Beach, CA 90802

    Cost: $25

    Category: Technology

    Info:

    Geared toward businesses that are or will be using WordPress, this class will discuss how to use WordPress as a content management system. Topics will include basic posting and usage, plugins and customization, and maintaining your WordPress system, as well as best practices for content development and management.

  • 6p QuickBooks Level 6-Point-of-Sale

    QuickBooks Level 6-Point-of-Sale

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Business Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $30

    Category: Record Keeping

    Info:

    In-depth session on how to analyze financial data and use Quick Reports and point-of-sale.

    Instructor: Ronald Amie

  • 6p Business Boot Camp for Start-Ups

    Business Boot Camp for Start-Ups

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: El Camino College

    Location:

    El Camino College
    Busines Training Center
    13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
    Hawthorne, CA 90250

    Cost: $249

    Category: Business Planning

    Info:

    Whether you are an established business owner of if you’re interested in starting a business for the first time, sign up for the Business Boot Camp. This program is designed to provide you with the knowledge needed for success! Our program uses NxLevel training materials and includes up to five one hour review sessions as needed at no charge to help you progress through the program. After every two or three sessions, one of our business counselors will review your progress and assist you with any areas that need extra attention. The NxLevel training program was originally developed by the University of Colorado and is now administered by NxLevel, a non-profit foundation dedicated to the education of entrepreneurs. Since 1996, more than 80,000 participants have completed NxLevel training in the United States. Upon completion of the class, you will have a working business plan for your venture. 

     

    Instructor: Beckie Walker

  • 6p INCO Terms Seminar

    INCO Terms Seminar

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    Campus: Long Beach City College

    Location:

    Long Beach International Trade Office
    4900 E. Conant St.
    Bldg. 2
    Long Beach, CA 90808

    Cost: $30.00

    Category: Import/Export

    Info:

    Seminar Description:

    Gain a comprehensive understanding of Incoterms which are the
    official rules for the worldwide interpretation of trade terms which
    define the responsibilities of buyer and seller for delivery of goods
    under international sales contracts.

    This workshop will provide you with critical information to help
    your business incorporate the new Incoterms 2010 into action!

    Seminar Topics:

    • Purpose of Incoterms
    • Use of Incoterms in International Trade
    • How to Apply Incoterms to Your Transactions

     

    Sign Up:

    Registration is required.

    Click Here to Register

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