Below is a listing of our partners’ events that are open to you to register for. These events are no/low cost to attend. This is another educational resource we are offering to you for your benefit.
If you would like to view the LA SBDC calendar of workshops, follow the link.
Attend our Workshops
Intellectual Property and the Business of Licensing
August 2, 2016
This seminar will explore the fundamentals of intellectual property; how to obtain a patent, copyright, or trademark and how to use them; and how to license these ideas to or from other companies. It will provide a business perspective and will give you an understanding of the terminology, the available resources, costs, timing and rules of thumb necessary for licensing. Technical, legal, financial and practical issues will be explored, providing a business perspective for estimating patent costs, values and royalty rates. Both US and International licensing issues will be explored.
***Preregistration costs: $45; Day of the event: $60***
Location: Glendale, CA
2016 Startup Business Expo Tour
August 4, 2016
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Office in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration is promoting an event to help startups, small businesses, entertainment and production companies, food services, event planners, home-based businesses, entrepreneurs, fashion & beauty businesses, e-commerce, accounting services, cleaning services, consultants, childcare and more! Choose a date and participate to learn how to STARTUP your business.
***in Spanish only***
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Advanced Manufacturing Partnership for Southern California (AMP SoCal)
August 4, 2016
The Advanced Manufacturing Partnership for Southern California (AMP SoCal) was created to strengthen Southern California aerospace and defense manufacturers and their supply chain. Jay Williams, Assistant Secretary of Commerce, and Kevin Mitchell, Vice President of Global Supply Chain for Northrop Grumman, will both be speaking at this event. In addition, there will be a handful of panels that will speak and advise on defense, future work goals and ideas, innovation, and supply chain procurement. Meet representatives from Northrop Grumman, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Parker Aerospace, and AeroVironment at this event. Please note that this event is targeted at AMP SoCal partners and owners and general managers of small and medium companies only.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
LA Law Library Business Series: Business Plan Writing Workshop
August 9, 2016
Bring a laptop computer with PowerPoint for this hands-on workshop so you can write your own business plan. Learn what the purpose of a business plan is so you can use it to its full advantage. Also, learn how to set business goals and objectives, describe your product/service, and attract investors.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Social Media Workshop
August 10, 2016
This free, in person workshop is best suited for a business with a physical location that would like to attract more customers by using social media & customer review platforms. We will also discuss methods of evaluating/improving a business’s social media impact and online reputation.
Location: Glendale, CA
Why Should I Buy from You Instead of Your Competitor?
August 16, 2016
This is a concise, high impact, 2 hour workshop – and we mean workshop – not a blah blah blah seminar – but a real hands-on get something done that will impact your business immediately. Learn how to stand out from your competitors; how not rely on discounts to win customers over; how you create a reputation about your company; and tips on increasing profits.
***Preregistration: $45; Day of the event: $60***
Location: Glendale, CA
The Revolutionary Role of Mobile Devices in the Global Economy
August 17, 2016
Join the Global Initiatives Council to hear from Jeffrey Clevelan, Principal and Chief Economist of Payden & Rygel, and Siddarth Savarat, Associate Economist at Payden & Rygel, as they provide an overview of the impact mobile technology will have in the global economy. The availability of mobile web and computing will continue to revolutionize world commerce more than any other technology in history.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Business Seminar
August 18, 2016
Starting a business or already have an existing one? The focus of this seminar is on entrepreneurship. Learn tips on budgeting, marketing outlets, social media, and more. This seminar is open to all local businesses and communities.
Location: Duarte, CA
