The LA SBDC Regional Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses.

We serve Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

  • Webinar – Digital Marketing 3

    Webinar – COC

    Bring your digital strategy full circle with the high-octane finale of our series! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for Part Three, where we move beyond the website to conquer the broader digital landscape. Darren will be focusing on the “Social & Local” engine—turning community engagement into a powerful magnet for new customers. Claim your […]

    Free
  • Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)

    Webinar – COC

    LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian   REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Contabilidad básica con QuickBooks Online

    Webinar – COC

    Esta sesión introductoria, de ritmo ágil y con una duración de 1,5 horas, está diseñada específicamente para personas sin experiencia en finanzas que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control, configurar cuentas básicas, revisar el plan de cuentas, crear facturas, registrar […]

    Free
  • SBDC & City of Palmdale – Business Planning Canvas as a Tool

    A business planning canvas is a business model tool.  In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas as a tool.  Topics are below: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design and […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Commercial Leases: The Basics

    Webinar – COC

      Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to the basics of commercial leases. Attendees will learn the differences among “gross,” “net” and “triple net” leases; conducting property inspections; rent, abatement, and “common area maintenance” (CAM) charges; use and signage restrictions; personal guarantees; build-out terms and obligations; determining who is responsible for […]

    Free
  • SBDC & City of Palmdale – Modelo de Plan de Negocios Canvas

    El Plan de Negocios Canvas es una herramienta de modelo de negocio. En este taller, los asistentes aprenderán primero a definir su modelo de negocio. Se les presentará un lienzo de modelo de negocio como herramienta. Los temas son los siguientes: · De la idea de negocio al modelo de negocio · Introducción a los […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Creative Thinking Tools Applied to the Design Process

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will provide the introduction and exposure of specific tools to help teams go through the design process more efficiently while meeting customer requirements. It will use real life scenarios to create an interactive experience, being the most valuable in a short period of time. It will provide different structures to think differently, allowing […]

    Free
  • Webinar – How to Have Your Site Rank Well with Google

    Webinar – COC

    Ready to unlock the secrets to the world’s most powerful search engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this essential free webinar: “How to Have Your Site Rank Well on Google.” Darren moves past the “magic tricks” and focusing more on the proven, data-driven strategies that Google uses to determine who gets the top spot and […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

    Webinar – COC

    This informational Webinar, will give you a good overview of what it takes to Start Your Own Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and doing what you want to do in life. From selecting a business and getting it registered to how to balance your home life with our […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Make Your Site Website Content More Productive with Search Engines

    Webinar – COC

    Is your website content working as hard as you are? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this game-changing free webinar: “Make Your Website Content More Productive with Search Engines.” Most business owners write for their customers but forget to write for the “bots” that decide who sees that content.  Let Darren show you how to […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense […]

    Free
  • Webinar – 101 Accounting using QuickBooks Online

    Webinar – COC

    This introductory session is face-paced and last 1.5 hours, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online.  Participants will learn to navigate the […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Creando my Punto de Ventas usando Square

    Webinar – COC

    Este seminario web práctico está dirigido a quienes desean aprender a configurar y gestionar Square como su sistema de punto de venta. Square es una opción de pago muy utilizada, […]

    Free
  • Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Creating my Point of Sales Using Square

    Webinar – COC

    This practical webinar is for those who want to learn how to set up and manage Square as their point-of-sale solution. Square is a widely-used payment option known for its […]

    Free
  • Webinar – 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords

    Webinar – COC

    Stop guessing and start growing! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Specialist Darren Elliott for this high-energy, in-depth webinar. Discover the 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords to demystify search […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

    Webinar – COC

    This informational Webinar, will give you a good overview of what it takes to Start Your Own Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and […]

    Free