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.
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How to Apply Basic Marketing Principles in a Digital World
November 16, 2016
Learn how to apply the four “P’s” of marketing in the digital space to build an effective marketing strategy for your business and reach your target customers online. Consumers are finding the products and services they need in real-time on the web, so learn how to apply traditional marketing principles with a digital marketing approach.
Location: Webinar
Launch Your Online Business and Expand Globally
November 16, 2016
Would you like to learn about globalizing your website to sell across the world? Join us for a webinar that covers the sequences to start your online business and discusses the necessary steps to set up your e-commerce website for international sales. You will learn how to start your business, establish a strong presence online, and be aligned with Google and other search engines to push your sales globally through your online platform.
Location: Webinar
Low-Cost Marketing Ideas
November 17, 2016
Learn how to create a marketing strategy that supports your business goals. This seminar will cover some of the best marketing tools that are free or at a very low-cost and explore creative ways to promote your business without breaking the bank or your budget.
Location: Webinar
The First Steps toward Government Contracts
November 18, 2016
If your business wants to sell to government agencies, certifying your business is the first step toward the contracting process. Join a panel of business certification experts to learn the importance and benefits of certifying your business.
Location: Los Angeles
Understanding and Creating a YouTube Channel
November 19, 2016
Bring your laptop and learn first-hand how to place your YouTube Videos on the 1st page of Google with SEO. Optimize your text content or copy, head lines, titles, and sub-titles for optimal organic search engine results. We will create your YouTube channel and use tags, links, titles, and copy to bring the most amount of traffic to your channel.
Location: Los Angeles
Beginner’s Guide to Financial Projections
November 21, 2016
John Donovan, SBA Economic Development Specialist, will be presenting on Developing Financial Projections for Your Business Plan. This is one of two sessions within the Financial Webinar Series. The other session is Advanced Financial Projections.
Location: Webinar
Crowdfunding It
November 23, 2016
Considering Crowdfunding? This workshop is for you! The class starts with a brief description of the most popular Crowdfunding platforms, the differences between rewards, debt and equity, and help deciding which the best option for your venture is. We will also cover the steps to make your campaign successful regardless of the platform you choose. Learn the basics about setting your funding goals, writing a impactful profile, structuring easy to understand rewards, and promoting your campaign through both face-to-face marketing and social media.
Location: Webinar
Jumpstart Your SEO in 2017
November 29, 2016
This workshop is for small business owners, managers, and marketers. Whether you are creating a new website or upgrading an existing website, this workshop will give you the SEO tools and information you need to succeed. Create an SEO Action Plan and learn to implement the SEO Tactics that work.
Location: Glendale
Kick-Start Your Export Sales
November 30, 2016
Learn how the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) can assist you in expanding your company’s global sales and reducing financial risk. Discover your options for international buyers, how to qualify distributors, incoterms and documentation for exporting, and more.
Location: Hawthorne
If you would like to view the LA SBDC calendar of training workshops, follow the link.
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