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

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

  • Webinar – Business Model #2

    Webinar – COC

    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 […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Owner Tools

    Webinar – COC

    Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

    Webinar – COC

    Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Protecting the Company’s Content and Other Creative Works: Copyright Basics

    Webinar – COC

    Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect legal rights in content and other creative materials such as photographs, software, music, videos, website content, educational courses, books, and other publications. Attendees will learn the basics of copyright law; requirements for copyright protection; determining and transferring ownership; the benefits of copyright “registration”; “works made for hire” and important […]

    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 California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – The Basics of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

    Webinar – COC

        Are you minimizing inventory costs and waste in your manufacturing business? Learn the basics of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to help you plan, track, and manage materials needed for production. The goal is to help ensure the right parts are available in the right quantities at the right time to meet demand and […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #1

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

    Webinar – COC

    , 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 work life, […]

    Free
  • Webinar – How to Start Your Business

    Webinar – COC

    Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

    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 Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Say What? Product Advertising and Labeling Laws

    Webinar – COC

    Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to the basics of California and federal advertising and labeling law. Attendees will learn the difference between truthful vs. fraudulent and misleading advertising; business “puffery”; lawful product comparisons; requirements when using terms such as “organic” and “fat free”; required disclosures for certain ingredients such as nuts and other allergens; state and […]

    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 – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

    Webinar – COC

      Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn how to successfully make the transition from military servicemember to civilian entrepreneur, and how some of the very skills and resources that you developed during military service afford you a competitive advantage.  Topics include:   transitioning […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

    Webinar – COC

        LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

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

    Webinar – COC

     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 Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

    Webinar – COC

    Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to […]

    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 California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

    Webinar – COC

      Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like […]

    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-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 – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

    Webinar – COC

    LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

    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 Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses

    Webinar – COC

    The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that offers several benefits to veterans with disabilities who are looking to establish or grow their businesses, including a 3% set-aside requirement by the State of California.  Join us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the DVBE designation and other Veteran […]

    Free
  • Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

    Webinar – COC

    If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free