Below is a listing of our partners’ events in Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties 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.
Sales Techniques and Strategies
October 4, 2016
Getting the most out of your sales efforts is an undervalued aspect of running a business. In this class, learn how to develop an effective strategy for reaching your sales goals. Here you will learn how to define your value proposition, SWOT, distribution model, and build client relationships using your sales team and CRM.
Location: Glendale
Power of the Inbox
October 5, 2016
This powerful session will take you step- by -step through the keys to effective email marketing and list building. We’ll cover what it really is (and isn ’ t), what it can do for your business and how to ultimately turn email subscribers into clients. You’ll walk away with tangible strategies you can implement the second you leave.
Location: Glendale
How to Double Your Retail Profits
October 6, 2016
Join us for an informative free webinar on various best practices designed to double your retail profits. The strategies discussed are intended primarily for non-grocery retailers. We encourage all retail business owners and employees to attend. We will explore how to differentiate against big box retailers, develop social media strategies, develop a sales culture, and motivate staff.
Location: Webinar
Long Beach Civic Innovation Summit
October 6, 2016
The City of Long Beach is a national leader in civic, social, and government innovation. This day-long summit, sponsored by the City of Long Beach, is an opportunity for thought leaders, community members, planners, and professional staff to recognize outstanding efforts and cutting-edge innovation in the public sector.
Location: Long Beach
Technology and Taxes Symposium
October 7, 2016
Learn how California’s current taxation system affects technology companies and their transactions. Also, discuss the impact of the Lucent Technologies, Inc., et al., v. Board of Equalization, (2d Dist. 2015) 241 Cal.App.4th 19, decision and the Board of Equalization’s task of interpreting and implementing this decision.
Location: Los Angeles
Grow Your Business with Email, Social Media & Relationship Marketing
October 8, 2016
Between Facebook and Twitter, email and mobile, deals, and whatever new social network is rolling out that month—there’s a lot to keep up with. This session will help make sense of the noise. We’ll show you how to make the most of the combination of email and social media for your business. You’ll be given some simple but powerful tips for how to get your messages opened and read, shared and socially visible. And you’ll see that there are some great tools you can use to help engage with your existing customers and supporters as well as expand your reach to new prospects.
Location: Ventura
El Monte Business Resource Seminar and Expo
October 12, 2016
Learn strategies for success in today’s economy at this free seminar. Get tips for small business success you can implement in your business. In addition to building networks, learn about taxation and financing for your future. Properly classify your business to take advantage of the right taxes for you. Know the rights you have as a business owner. Read more about this seminar on the flyer.
Location: El Monte
Create Your In-Demand Brand
October 13, 2016
Imagine attracting high-end clients, charging exactly what you’re worth and being sought after in your industry! Sound too good to be true? With the right brand you can have all those things and more. Did you know that the wrong brand can repel clients and lose you business. You are your brand, weak or strong everyone has a brand. Is your brand reflecting the true you?
***Pre-register costs $45; at the door costs $60
Location: Glendale
Financial Projections Made Easy
October 14, 2016
This workshop focuses on using the SCORE LA created, user friendly, Financial Projections model to help determine the financial viability of your business concept. This is a must for any business plan. We promise, this won’t be painful.
***Pre-register costs $45; at the door costs $60
Location: Glendale
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