Doing Biz with Show Biz
June 11, 2016
Want to start a small business in the entertainment or related industries? Speakers Marla Gibbs, Greg Hedgepath, and Monica Castenada will explain marketing and small business in the entertainment industry.
Location: Los Angeles
Expanding LA’s Global Presence
June 15, 2016
As Chair of the Innovation, Grants, Technology, and Trade Committee, Councilmember Bob Blumenfield will provide an overview of how the committee is interacting and working with the international business community, and how the Port of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles World Airports are contributing to expanding the presence of local companies in global markets.
Location: Los Angeles
Lease Negotiations
June 16, 2016
One of the most difficult tasks an entrepreneur must encounter when opening a business is sometimes signing a lease. Not understanding what you are signing can be detrimental to your business. In this seminar, you will learn from a business perspective what are some standard lease terms, what can be negotiable, how fees are sometimes calculated and much more! **All attendees and any guests need to register ahead of time — no walkins. This workshop costs $20 payable upon registration.
Location: Long Beach
Select LA Investment Summit
June 16-17, 2016
Be a part of the conversation and interact with industry thought leaders and influencers at the conference. Get in the mix with one-on-one interactions, attend the seminars and panels led by local and international innovators and executives, and stop by the exhibit tables and network at the VIP Reception hosted at FOX Studios the evening before the summit.
Location: Los Angeles
State of STEM
June 22, 2016
State of STEM is back for 2016! Cultivating talent in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) across our region is essential to continued economic growth and competitiveness. The 2016 State of STEM convention will address how leaders throughout our community are sparking change and diversity in STEM for the workforce, higher education, and the K-12 pipeline.
Location: Los Angeles
Small Business Resource Expo
June 22, 2016
Attend this no-cost Small Business Resource Expo where you can connect with organizations that assist small business owners. The Expo Hall is open all afternoon and you can sign-up to attend the Financing Basics Workshop, offered in both English and Spanish. Connect with nonprofit & government agencies specializing in small business resources such as technical assistance and training, business plan development, financing, and procurement.
Location: Los Angeles
Cyber Crime: 5 Steps to Safeguard Your Business
June 23, 2016
Did you know 60% of all businesses close after a cyber-crime? During this webinar you will learn what threats are out there, and how to protect your business from nefarious attacks. We will cover 5 easy steps to take to reduce the risk of cyber-crime. From intellectual property to protected health information, from digital
financial assets to trade secrets shared within the corporate network, attacks to the vital information that drives our businesses are becoming more commonplace, and the associated risks and costs of cyber-crime becomes more profitable and prevalent. Instructed by Denis Wilson, President/Lead DWP Information
Location: Webinar
Learn all about Minority Ownership Business Certifications
June 23, 2016
This certification is non-industry specific, but requires that the company is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by one or more; Asian, Black, Hispanic, or Native American. This workshop will inform you of the criteria, documentation, application, and benefits of certifying your business as minority owned. **The event will be held at the Port of Long Beach. The event costs $30 to attend.
Location: Long Beach
Business Strategy Basics
June 28, 2016
In this interactive seminar we will discuss why strategy planning is important and the elements, components, and processes of structuring a strategy. This seminar will provide usable, strategic-based business principles and concepts that provide the business with the best chance for success.
Location: Los Angeles
LA County Business Resource Fair: Transitioning to the New Minimum Wage
June 30, 2016
Will your business be affected by the wage increase? Attend our event for information on financial resources, business tax incentives, business rebates, and shipping cost reductions.
Location: Los Angeles
Employee or Independent Contractor Seminar
July 7, 2016
The Employment Development Department of CA presents a seminar that will bring contractors together in an effort to provide ways to combat payroll tax fraud, distinguish between employees and independent contractors, differentiate statutory and exempt employment, and conclude with resources to help classify workers.
Location: Thousand Oaks
