BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//LA Regional SBDC Network - ECPv6.15.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:LA Regional SBDC Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://smallbizla.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for LA Regional SBDC Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T110000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T035441Z UID:387570-1788858000-1788865200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You! DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business\, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus\, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. \nAttendance is required for existing\, pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered three to four times per month. \nPlease check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for additional dates. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor) has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-176/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Launching A New Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/profit-56-9xhGIf.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T113000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260728T170243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170243Z UID:387393-1788861600-1788867000@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #1 DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-1-12/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC CATEGORIES:Business Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-6-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T113000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260806T100212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100212Z UID:387513-1788861600-1788867000@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Are You Profitable? Learn How to Forecast Profits and Plan for Growth DESCRIPTION:Business Projections 101 \nIf you are looking to make a profit in your business this webinar is for you! We know that numbers can be scary but with the right help it can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we take an honest look at what needs must be met to start\, grow and keep you in the green. The only thing that can make you cents is MONEY! Let us help! \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/are-you-profitable-learn-how-to-forecast-profits-and-plan-for-growth/ LOCATION:Webinar – PCR CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/profit-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260728T170250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170250Z UID:387394-1788868800-1788872400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Entrepreneurship DESCRIPTION:Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow\, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business\, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: \n• Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch \n• Identify Business Structures \n• Discuss Key Marketing\, Sales and Financial Issues \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/introduction-to-entrepreneurship-3/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Launching A New Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/entreprenuership-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T171908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171908Z UID:387734-1788868800-1788872400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Small Claims Court\, Mediation\, and Arbitration: Alternatives to Expensive Lawsuits DESCRIPTION:Legal disputes are usually resolved through state and federal litigation\, which can be expensive\, time consuming and require representation by an attorney. This webinar will provide small business owners with efficient\, cost effective alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as small claims court\, mediation\, and arbitration; drafting ADR clauses in contracts\, pros and cons of ADR\, and state and federal ADR laws to be aware of. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-small-claims-court-mediation-and-arbitration-alternatives-to-expensive-lawsuits-3/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/business-license-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T171926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171926Z UID:387735-1788868800-1788872400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Equipment – Is my equipment decreasing profitability? DESCRIPTION:Businesses use a variety of equipment often without thinking about the day to day little things. Instead of asking\, “Is my equipment old?” move towards\, “Is this equipment helping me make money\, or quietly costing me money?”. \nThis webinar should help business owners identify whether their equipment is reducing profitability and give them a practical framework for deciding when to repair\, replace\, upgrade\, or simply change how they use it. \nInstructor: Michael Letson \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-equipment-is-my-equipment-decreasing-profitability/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Untitled-design-27-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260905T174712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174712Z UID:387922-1788868800-1788872400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models.\nFrom Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. \nThis webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream\,\nand show steps to each with easily explained phases. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012\,\nwith over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry. \nThis webinar is for anyone who is interested in bringing a food product to market and getting into the Food Industry. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-fundamentals-of-food-businesses-16/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/food-business-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T143000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T181809Z UID:387571-1788872400-1788877800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups DESCRIPTION:Funding and financing your business are extremely important. One of the options that comes up is angel investment. What does angel investment mean? How often does it happen? Is your business a candidate? What steps to take? What do you need? \nWebinar presenter Tim Berry has been on both sides of this table. He successfully raised investment for his business. And he has been an angel investor for more than a decade. \n  \nIn this webinar\, Tim answers key questions you may have about angel investment for your business. Including: \n\nReality check: common myths about angel investment and the realities behind them.\n\n\nWhat is angel investment? How is it different from friends and family\, bank loans\, and venture capital? How much money is normally involved\, for how long\, and on what terms?\n\n\nIs your business a candidate for angel investment? What kinds of businesses normally are? What makes one business a good candidate and another not? What are the main factors?\n\n\nWhat’s the process? How to find angel investors in our area. How to research local angel investors and groups to identify the right ones for your business. How to start the process.\n\n\nWhat information do you have to have and share? What to expect. How long does it take? What are the odds?\n\n\nTips on how to prepare and what to include in summaries\, pitch presentations\, and other materials. Do you need a business plan and what would it have to include.\n\n  \nPresented By: Tim Berry (Entrepreneur and Founder of Palo Alto Software). \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-money-matters-angel-investment-101-for-start-ups-48/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/profit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260728T170252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170252Z UID:387395-1788955200-1788958800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Lights\, Camera\, Ranking the Video SEO Breakthrough – Part 2 DESCRIPTION:  \nReady to learn more on how to turn your videos into a high-performance traffic engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for the deep-dive conclusion in Part Two of his Video SEO Masterclass. Now that you know why video matters\, Darren will be showing you exactly how and where to optimize your videos for maximum visibility. \nClaim your spot to this free webinar! \nInstructor: Darren Elliott \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-lights-camera-ranking-the-video-seo-breakthrough-part-2/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC CATEGORIES:Marketing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/profit-80-apakOt.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T113248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T113248Z UID:387724-1788955200-1788958800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Outsmart Disaster en espanol DESCRIPTION:¿Tu negocio está preparado para el próximo desastre? Prepárate hoy\, no cuando sea demasiado tarde\n\n\nOutsmart Disaster\, una iniciativa de la Oficina del Defensor de la Pequeña Empresa de California (CalOSBA)\, ofrece herramientas y recursos gratuitos para ayudarte a preparar tu negocio antes de una emergencia y recuperarte más rápidamente después de una interrupción. \n \nA través de su Business Resiliency Roadmap\, puedes trabajar paso a paso para: \n \nIdentificar los riesgos que pueden afectar a tu negocio. \nCrear canales de comunicación para emergencias. \nIdentificar las operaciones y activos esenciales de tu empresa. \nProteger tus instalaciones\, equipos\, información y datos. \nRevisar tus seguros y preparar tus finanzas para una interrupción. \nCrear y poner a prueba un plan de respuesta ante emergencias. \n \nAdemás\, encontrarás recursos para situaciones como incendios\, terremotos\, inundaciones\, calor extremo\, ciberseguridad y otras emergencias\, así como información para la recuperación después de un desastre. \n \nLa preparación no es un gasto. Es una estrategia para proteger la continuidad de tu negocio. \n \nConoce las herramientas y recursos gratuitos de Outsmart Disaster y empieza a construir hoy tu plan de resiliencia empresarial. \n \nRecursos disponibles en español. URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/outsmart-disaster-en-espanol/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T183000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T181811Z UID:387572-1788973200-1788978600@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Wave Accounting for Startups and Service Businesses DESCRIPTION:Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately\, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave\, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track. Wave is designed for small business owners. No jargon\, just an easy accounting software for small business that makes sense.  This webinar is not for companies with inventory. \nInstructor: Maureen Thielen (SBDC Advisor). She provides bookkeeping\, accounting and tax consulting services to new and existing businesses. After working for more than 15 years at regional CPA firms\, Maureen now trains clients on QBO\, QB Desktop\, payroll and other financial software. \nREGISTER NOW \n  URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-wave-accounting-for-startups-and-service-businesses-22/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/profit-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T103000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260828T103235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T103235Z UID:387809-1789030800-1789036200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials for Business Growth: Build Your Visibility & Drive Results DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner or entrepreneur ready to take control of your marketing but not sure where to start? This hands-on workshop is designed to help you understand and implement the core marketing strategies every business needs to grow. In this session\, we’ll break down the essentials and help you build a solid foundation to boost your visibility\, attract customers\, and stay consistent with your outreach. Whether you’re just getting started or need to tighten up your marketing game\, this workshop will give you clarity and action steps. \nWhat We’ll Cover: \n–Your Website: What every high-performing site needs — and how to improve yours (even if it’s DIY). \n–SEO Basics: How to show up on Google and attract traffic without paying for ads. \n–Claiming & Optimizing Your Yelp & Google Business Profiles: Make it easier for customers to find and trust you. \n–Strategic Partnerships: Learn how to identify\, pitch\, and collaborate with businesses that can refer or promote you. \n–90-Day Marketing Calendar: Walk away with a simple\, repeatable content and outreach plan to stay visible and consistent. \nYou’ll Leave With: \n–A checklist of must-haves for your online presence \n–Best practices for Yelp and Google profiles \n–How to have a website that generates leads \n–12-month marketing calendar \n–90-days Business Growth Plan \n–Practical tools and resources to help you get things done efficiently \n–Clear next steps tailored to your business goals \nWho Should Attend: \nBusiness owners and entrepreneurs who want to build credibility\, increase visibility\, and create sustainable marketing habits. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/marketing-essentials-for-business-growth-build-your-visibility-drive-results-11/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Marketing,Marketing Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/profit-57-yB2ijC.png ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T113000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260806T100212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100212Z UID:387514-1789034400-1789039800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Your Profit and Loss Statement Reveals More Than Profit: Make Smarter Decisions DESCRIPTION:A profit and loss statement provides an overview of the revenues and expenses associated with your small business.  When looking at your profit and loss statements\, it’s important to look for trends in order to develop a course of action.  The bottom line\, when you provide this statement to potential investors or financial institutions\, they often go straight to the “bottom line.” \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/your-profit-and-loss-statement-reveals-more-than-profit-make-smarter-decisions/ LOCATION:Webinar – PCR CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/profit-58.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T181812Z UID:387573-1789041600-1789048800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Social Media 101-The Basics\, What\, When\, Where and Why DESCRIPTION:Discover the basics of getting ‘on’ social media. In this workshop we’ll briefly cover main social platforms – what are they and how to use them. We’ll discuss key terminology\, cover how-to’s (ie.e how to post\, share stories\, upload a video\, write captions and create hashtags.) We’ll cover best practices including how to use apps as a search engine\, how to follow\, share\, comment and engage organically to build followers and community. \n  \nChérmelle Edwards (SBDC Advisor) and writer\, photographer\, and cultural strategist working across social media platforms. She specializes in creating brand-aligned content for businesses and has over ten years of experience crafting campaigns for clients in fashion\, hospitality\, and lifestyle industries. She has a degree in English with a specialization in creative writing from UCLA and has written for platforms like Bloomberg BusinessWeek and The Guardian \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-social-media-101-the-basics-what-when-where-and-why-5/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/profit-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T210000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T171928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171928Z UID:387736-1789068600-1789074000@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:ebinar – 101 WAVE Accounting DESCRIPTION:101 Accounting using WAVE \nThis webinar is intended for participants who do not have a financial background but are seeking a clear and practical introduction to WAVE and essential accounting concepts. Building on our introductory session\, we will guide you through navigating and configuring the platform. We will explain the main menu options and use simple\, real-world examples to demonstrate everyday business activities such as invoicing\, purchasing\, importing data\, and reconciling bank transactions. Throughout the session\, we will focus on building trust\, simplifying concepts\, and helping you feel confident and comfortable. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/ebinar-101-wave-accounting/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/profit-53-r0fCjh.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T113000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260728T170253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170253Z UID:387396-1789466400-1789471800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #2 DESCRIPTION:This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build\, design\, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. 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: \n· Building Blocks for the Business Model\n· Introduction to Business Model Tool \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-2-10/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC CATEGORIES:Business Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/website-postings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260728T170255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170255Z UID:387397-1789473600-1789477200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools DESCRIPTION:Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-entrepreneur-business-owner-tools-20/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/business-tools-1-WlsdQ9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T171945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171945Z UID:387738-1789473600-1789477200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Introduction to The 6 Thinking Hats Approach DESCRIPTION:“Most small businesses don’t have a shortage of opinions. They have a shortage of structured thinking.” \nThe Six Thinking Hats approach was created by Edward de Bono as a way of structuring thinking and encouraging constructive group thinking rather than argument. It is not about making everyone agree. It is about giving the team a structure for looking at the same issue from different perspectives. \nInstructor: Michael Letson \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-introduction-to-the-6-thinking-hats-approach/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260905T174737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174737Z UID:387923-1789473600-1789477200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant DESCRIPTION:Are you perfecting recipes?  Have you been told…you should open a restaurant after friends and family taste your creations?  Are you a chef dreaming of opening a restaurant?  “Restaurant 101 – Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant’ is the opportunity to explore.  Starting with the menu\, a plan\, and profitability you can explore your dream before spending money. \n\nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012\, with over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry.  This webinar is for anyone who is interested in exploring the feasibility of opening a full service\, quick service\, or other brick and mortar location. \nCome with your questions. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-restaurant-101-step-by-step-overview-on-opening-a-restaurant-7/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/food-business-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T153000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T181815Z UID:387575-1789480800-1789486200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Writing a Professional Media Release DESCRIPTION:You’ve got a hot new product or great service that you would like prospective customers to know about. Or maybe\, there has been a problem at your business and you need to get ahead of the story. Whatever the circumstance\, knowing how to prepare a professional press release is a valuable skill for any business owner. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, participants will examine what news organizations and others are looking for in a good media release and how to craft communication that will help to enhance\nand preserve a business’ reputation and customer base. \n  \nInstructor: Saida Pagan (SBDC Advisor) media trainer\, communication specialist and journalist. ln addition to having extensive experience as a television reporter\, host\, and producer\, Saida’s stories have appeared in a number of online print publications. As a media trainer\, she has helped people from all walks of life to prepare for media interviews and communicate effectively during times of crisis.  \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-writing-a-professional-media-release/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-14.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T194500 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260808T181819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T181819Z UID:387576-1789496100-1789501500@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You! DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business\, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus\, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. \nAttendance is required for existing\, pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered three to four times per month. \nPlease check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for additional dates. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor) has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-177/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/profit-56-9xhGIf.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T110000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260807T181751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T181751Z UID:387541-1789549200-1789556400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR Accounting-The Basics of the Language of Business DESCRIPTION:Accounting is the system of tracking the income\, expenses\, assets and liabilities of business. Owners\, managers\, bankers\, investors – use accounting terms and concepts to describe the events that make up the “story”. This workshop will explain the basics of how to make journal entries including debits and credits\, the structure of financial statements\, important financial ratios\, and\, more importantly\, how to “account” for the transactions in your business. \n  \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan (SBDC Advisor) has many years of financial analysis expertise. He served as financial analyst/VP of finance for over 20 years in the U.S. and Europe\, following an earlier career at two start-ups. He leverages his experience for the benefit of his SBDC clients\, as he assists them with financial model development\, financial statement creation and review\, along with strategy development\, business planning and working with investors (pitch deck review\, business plan\, presentations). He is bilingual in English and French. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-accounting-the-basics-of-the-language-of-business-11/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/profit-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T113000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260828T103238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T103238Z UID:387810-1789552800-1789558200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:AI for Graphic Design & Video creation DESCRIPTION:Professional photography\, graphic design\, and marketing content no longer require expensive photo shoots or design teams. In this session\, you’ll learn how to use Nano Banana and Google’s experimental AI tools to: \n  \n· Edit product photos \n· Create marketing graphics \n· Generate virtual headshots \n· Design social media content \n· Produce promotional images \n· Create lifestyle product photography \n· Build ad creatives for digital campaigns \n  \nYou’ll discover how small businesses can create high quality\, professional-looking graphics and visual content using AI while dramatically reducing marketing costs. \n \nInstructor: Deborah Deras is an AI trainer\, two-time author\, international speaker\, and doctoral scholar with over three decades of business experience. As an AI educator\, marketing strategist\, and public speaking consultant\, she empowers organizations and entrepreneurs to leverage artificial intelligence to increase efficiency\, enhance marketing effectiveness\, and drive revenue growth. Her approach blends practical strategy with cutting-edge AI tools to help participants implement what they learn immediately. \n  \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/ai-for-graphic-design-video-creation/ LOCATION:Webinar – Long Beach\, CA CATEGORIES:Marketing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Untitled-design-23.png ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T123000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260719T153219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T153219Z UID:387290-1789556400-1789561800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation DESCRIPTION:Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar\, “Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation.” Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process\, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. \nIn this power-packed session\, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan\, whether you’re forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies and tactics\, key elements that propel businesses towards their goals. \nWhat makes this webinar stand out? We’re introducing a cutting-edge business plan software\, a revolutionary tool designed to streamline the planning process and make it more intuitive than ever before. Say goodbye to complexity and welcome a seamless experience that empowers you to focus on what truly matters – the growth and success of your business. \nJoin us as we revolutionize your approach to business planning. It’s not just a webinar; it’s your gateway to strategic excellence and a future of unprecedented success. Don’t miss out on this transformative event – secure your spot today! \nPresented by: Business Advisor\, Craig Cappai \n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before and the day of the webinar.  \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/elevate-your-business-plan-with-software-powered-innovation-27/ LOCATION:Webinar – PCC CATEGORIES:Business Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Untitled-design-26-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260821T113226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T113226Z UID:387689-1789560000-1789563600@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:¿Por Qué Le Niegan un Préstamo? Aprenda Cómo Aumentar sus Posibilidades DESCRIPTION:¿Por Qué Le Niegan un Préstamo? Aprenda Cómo Aumentar sus Posibilidades de Aprobación.\n\n\n• Diferencia entre préstamos tradicionales\, SBA y alternativas \n• Los 5 factores de evaluacion del crédito \n• Errores que reducen las posibilidades de aprobación \n• Cuanto dinero solicitar? Cómo prepararse financieramente \n• Qué buscan los bancos y prestamistas. Documentación necesaria URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/por-que-le-niegan-un-prestamo-aprenda-como-aumentar-sus-posibilidades/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T150000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260828T103239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T103239Z UID:387811-1789563600-1789570800@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Turning Your Dream Into A Business DESCRIPTION:This class will help you take the first steps to become a new business owner or legitimize a side hustle or hobby. \nIn this class we will help you:\n–Figure out what you don’t know\n–Define your basic business model\n–Outline the basic steps of setting up your entity and bank account\n–Figure out the appropriate licenses\, permits and insurances\n–Understand available funding strategies\n–Begin to form your basic business plan \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/turning-your-dream-into-a-business-47/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Launching A New Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/vlogging-XM1oIj.png ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T183000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260828T103250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T103250Z UID:387813-1789578000-1789583400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:How To Sell When You’re Not A Salesperson DESCRIPTION:Business owners and entrepreneurs must promote their business or products to investors\, customers or clients. Often\, this is something they have never done before\, and they lack training to approach the challenge. To address this situation\, this workshop has been built to help you learn much of what you need to know. \nTopics covered include:\n–The psychological barriers that could be holding you back and the tools required to overcome them.\n–Understanding the components of an effective sales pitch.\n–Learning the tools necessary to build an effective pitch for your business/product.\n–The sales process\, including how to develop a plan to address each client’s needs. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/how-to-sell-when-youre-not-a-salesperson-57/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Expanding & Growing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/profit-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260806T100213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100213Z UID:387515-1789639200-1789646400@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:NEW: The Rules of Social Media Presence: From SEO to AEO\, From Algorithms to AI DESCRIPTION:The New Rules of Social Media Presence: From SEO to AEO\, From Algorithms to  AI \nYou are posting consistently. \nYou are using hashtags. You are making reels. You are trying trends. Yet reach is unpredictable. Engagement feels random. Growth feels slow. Here is what changed: \nSocial media is no longer just about search engines. \nIt is about answer engines. \nPlatforms are prioritizing content that directly answers real human questions. AI is summarizing posts. \nDiscovery is shifting from hashtags to intent. \nSEO alone is no longer enough. \nAEO. Answer Engine Optimization. Is rising. \nIn this practical\, forward-focused workshop\, you will learn how social algorithms actually  work today\, how AI is reshaping visibility\, and what content formats are outperforming  traditional strategies. \nThis is not about chasing trends. \nIt is about understanding the new digital environment so you can show up strategically  instead of reactively. \nYou will leave with a simplified visibility plan that fits your business and capacity. \n3 Takeaways \n1. You Will Understand the Shift from SEO to AEO \n2. You Will Learn What Formats Are Working Now and Why \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/new-the-rules-of-social-media-presence-from-seo-to-aeo-from-algorithms-to-ai/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/profit-1-rIqiKX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260825T171947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171947Z UID:387739-1789646400-1789650000@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:Webinar – California Employment Law: The Basics DESCRIPTION:California is well-known for its stringent employee protection laws\, which can apply even if the employer has only 1 employee. This webinar will provide small business owners with California employment law basics such as employment application rules and restrictions\, offer letters vs. employment contracts\, minimum wage\, overtime\, meal/rest period rules\, expense reimbursement\, required sexual harassment training\, required insurance\, liability for noncompliance\, and other employment law basics small business owners should know when hiring CA employees. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-california-employment-law-the-basics/ LOCATION:Webinar – COC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/profit-28.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T150000 DTSTAMP:20260906T234548 CREATED:20260807T181757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T181757Z UID:387542-1789650000-1789657200@smallbizla.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR E-Smarts: Google Analytics 4 For Beginners DESCRIPTION:As Google has announced discontinuing data collection for Universal Analytics\, it’s crucial to begin making the switch to for Google Analytics 4. We will walk through how to set up a new GA4 property and how to switch over from UA. We will go over each of the main features of GA4 and discuss which features are the most valuable for small businesses to tap into. \nAttend this 2-hour webinar to discover: \n\nWhat is GA4 and how it is different from Universal Analytics\nHow GA4 helps you stay compliant with data collection laws\nHow to generate useful reports\nHow to track events and conversions\nAnd more!\n\n  \nInstructor: Omari Valentine (SBDC Advisor) is an experienced digital project manager and business owner in the fields of marketing and web solutions. He specializes in web design\, development and SEO for small businesses. He offers businesses knowledge of the digital landscape and helps them understand the options available to build and maintain a healthy web presence. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-e-smarts-google-analytics-4-for-beginners-9/ LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smallbizla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-22.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR