The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost/low-cost business workshops throughout Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons
cocsbdc.org
Assisting clients in the Northern Los Angeles County Area
April 2020
Business Planning Webinar – Part 2
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. Feel free to bring your device to work on the Business Plan during the training. Highlighted Topics: -Creating a Business Plan -Goal Development -Business Development -Marketing Plans -Advertising Strategies -Financials – Overview REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Creating Financial Projections Webinar
Have you tried to create detailed start-up costs, key assumptions and financial projections? Ran into a few obstacles along the way? Learn how to easily create your own. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Start your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This webinar 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 life. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Selecting the E-commerce Platform and Marketplaces
Come ready to explore Platform and Marketplaces in this two-part webinar bundle: 4/8 & 4/9 -Overview of hosted vs. self-hosted platforms -Learn about writing site requirements -Overview of the top marketplaces (e.g., Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Houzz, Etsy) -How to build an effective marketplace strategy REGISTER NOW
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 2 Webinar
Students must have completed Level 1 to be eligible to take this class. Level 2: A recap of Level 1: Chart of Accounts, Vendor List, Customer List and Items List. The continuation of Quickbooks Training to include: -Accounts Payable: Entering and Paying Bill -Accounts Receivable: Client Invoices and Statements, Cash Receipts, -Receipt of Payment -Credit Card Charges and Payment -Reconciliation of Bank Account and Credit Card Reports. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Comience su Negocio en el 2020
Este taller es ideal para que los dueños de negocios que quieren comenzar un Si usted ya tiene uno y quiere saber si cumple con todos los requisitos, es bienvenido. – Hablaremos de licencias y permisos – Estructuras de negocio – Plan de negocio y mucho más REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Finding Funding Webinar
Explore a variety of funding types for your business. Capital is critical for all businesses. The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks), equipment financing, tax credits, supplier credit, credit lines, equity lines, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors, money invested by family & friends, Crowd Funding, etc. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »How to Start Your Business Webinar
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. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Selecting the E-commerce Platform and Marketplaces
Come ready to explore Platform and Marketplaces in this two-part webinar bundle: 4/8 & 4/9 -Overview of hosted vs. self-hosted platforms -Learn about writing site requirements -Overview of the top marketplaces (e.g., Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Houzz, Etsy) -How to build an effective marketplace strategy REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Finding Funding for Veterans, Military and Spouses
Explore a variety of funding types for your business. Capital is critical for all businesses. The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks), equipment financing, tax credits, supplier credit, credit lines, equity lines, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors, money invested by family, friends, Crowd Funding, etc. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
Lots to do and not enough time? Join this webinar to explore tools and resources to help improve your business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses
The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for Veteran, Military and Spouse entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with become certified to do business with the Federal, State and Local government and an overview of the process. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Business Model Webinar– Part 1
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: -Business Idea to Business Model -Introduction to the Business Models -Steps to Define, Design and Build a Business Model…
Find out more »Webinar – Tools and Tips to Providing the Best Customer Service for Your E-Commerce Business
Learn the tools and tips necessary to provide the best customer service experience for your online store. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Idea Validation: Assessing your Ideas in the Market
Idea Validation and assessing your idea in the market is crucial groundwork for entrepreneurs and business owners. This webinar will provide basics to consider for validating your idea. We will also provide tips and resources to develope validation methods for ideas and evaluate the results of validation. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »New Client Orientation Webinar
This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series Webinar: Session 1
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour sessions on 4/21, 4/28 and 5/5, will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, provide steps to start a formal business, and explore how to develop a business model to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning…
Find out more »Webinar – Tips for Importing
Learn tips for importing into the U.S. Do you want to start or expand an import business? It’s important to follow all laws and regulations to avoid an import business nightmare. The following will be covered: -Do I need an import license? -What are the necessary documents? -How to classify the merchandise -What is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)? -How can a licensed customs broker help your business? -What is the role of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)?…
Find out more »Aumenta tu visibilidad con Google mi Negocio/Get Your Business Online with Google Webinar
This workshop will be offered twice. First in Spanish and then in English. 10:00 am – 11:00 am Aumenta tu visibilidad con Google mi Negocio Con un Perfil de mi negocio en Google, tu empresa puede destacarse de manera gratuita en Maps y Búsqueda de Google. Con las funciones que enseñaremos, podrás interactuar con los clientes existentes o encontrar nuevos. Trae to laptop o tablet para poder crear tu información rápidamente. — 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Get Your Business…
Find out more »Business Model Webinar– Part 2
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: -Building Blocks for the Business Model -Introduction to Business Model Tool REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Get Your Business Online with Google Webinar
With Google my Business profile you help searchers find and learn more about your business. We will help you setup your profile so you can help your business stand out in search results and find new clients. Bring your laptop or tablet so you can set up your page faster. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – SEO Tools to Conduct Keyword Research and Find Growth Opportunities
SEO is one, if not the most, important marketing initiatives for E-Commerce businesses. We will explore several valuable tools available to entrepreneurs that will help create a successful SEO strategy. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Finding Funding Webinar
Explore a variety of funding types for your business. Capital is critical for all businesses. The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks), equipment financing, tax credits, supplier credit, credit lines, equity lines, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors, money invested by family & friends, Crowd Funding, etc. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series Webinar: Session 2
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour sessions on 4/21, 4/28 and 5/5, will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, provide steps to start a formal business, and explore how to develop a business model to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business,…
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship for Veterans, Military and Spouses
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: – Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs –…
Find out more »Webinar – Handling Your First International Order
Just starting with global trade and waiting for your first customer? Learn how to prepare your business for your first international order: -Identifying an International Customer -Locating a Courier Service or Freight Forwarder -Packaging and Shipping Options -Required Documentation -Insurance Options -Payment Terms REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship for Veterans, Military and Spouses
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: – Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs –…
Find out more »May 2020
Webinar – New Client Orientation
This webinar orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Plan de Negocio Simplificado
Este taller es ideal para que los dueños de negocios en todos los niveles aprendan cómo construir, diseñar y definir un modelo de negocio. Un modelo de negocio es lo que define un negocio y su práctica. En este taller, los asistentes aprenderán cómo definir primero su modelo de negocio y se les presentará una plantilla como herramienta. Los temas a tratar: – Idea de negocio a modelo de negocio. – Introducción a los modelos de negocio. – Pasos para…
Find out more »Webinar – Localization of E-Commerce and Why It’s Important to Your Business
Knowing which customers can benefit from your business and making the user experience optimal for engagement, is critical. Learn about localization of E-Commerce and why it’s important to your business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Finding Funding
This webinar session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders, crowd funding, merchant services, suppliers, investors, etc. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Top E-commerce Metrics to Watch and Understanding Google Analytics
Come ready to explore marketing options in this two-part webinar bundle: 5/13 & 5/14 -Learn the key e-commerce metrics you’ll need to grow your business -Overview of Google Analytics -Monitoring the important KPIs -How to build useful dashboards REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Start Your Business for Veterans, Military and Spouses
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 life. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Top E-commerce Metrics to Watch and Understanding Google Analytics
Come ready to explore marketing options in this two-part webinar bundle: 5/13 & 5/14 -Learn the key e-commerce metrics you’ll need to grow your business -Overview of Google Analytics -Monitoring the important KPIs -How to build useful dashboards REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Value Proposition and Competitive Advantage
This webinar will help you identify the Competitive Advantage to convey the benefits you provide to your target market. The four levels of a Value Proposition will be explored: 1) Primary; 2) Prospect; 3) Product; and 4) Process. You will learn the following: -Differences in framing a Value Proposition for a business versus a non-profit/social enterprise entity -Value Proposition versus Competitive Advantage -Effective length of a Value Proposition -Competitive Advantage – the key to outperforming other entrepreneurs and business owners…
Find out more »Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses
The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for Veteran, Military and Spouse entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with become certified to do business with the Federal, State and Local government and an overview of the process. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Find International Customers
Exploring global trade can be challenging when trying to find international customers. Learn tips and techniques including market research to help: -Attract International Customers -Identify Potential Direct/Indirect Distributors REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Joint AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training Webinar
Join the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn about resources available to help your business prepare, explore and pursue Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement opportunities. The goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity. Opportunity examples include construction, specialty contractors, manufacturing, digital signage, wholesalers, furniture, architectural services, landscaping and other…
Find out more »Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
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 work life, this introduction will help you move forward towards entrepreneurship! REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Tips for Importing
Learn tips for importing into the U.S. Do you want to start or expand an import business? It’s important to follow all laws and regulations to avoid an import business nightmare. The following will be covered: -Do I need an import license? -What are the necessary documents? -How to classify the merchandise -What is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)? -How can a licensed customs broker help your business? -What is the role of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)? -Important tips…
Find out more »Webinar – Accessibility: What Is It and Why Does It Matter to Your E-Commerce Business
Learn about accessibility for your E-Commerce business, potential impacts to your business and opportunities to increase customer engagement. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship for Veterans, Military and Spouses
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: – Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs –…
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship for Veterans, Military and Spouses
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: – Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs –…
Find out more »Webinar: Top 10 Ways To Help Grow Your Email Marketing List
You have been building your Email Marketing List a customer or a few at a time, but now you are ready to grow it with a goal to reach more people to learn about you and your business…Learn top 10 ways to grow your Email Marketing List. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »June 2020
Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. This featured webinar will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, provide steps to start a formal business, and explore how to develop a business model to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal…
Find out more »Finding Funding
Explore a variety of funding types for your business. Capital is critical for all businesses. The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks), equipment financing, tax credits, supplier credit, credit lines, equity lines, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors, money invested by family & friends, Crowd Funding, etc. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – The Rise of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Augmented Reality in E-Commerce
AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Augmented Reality, as tools to explore for your E-Commerce business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Tax & Finance: Ins and Outs of Sales Tax and E-commerce Finances
Come ready to explore marketing options in this two-part webinar bundle: 6/10 & 6/11 -Understand the key factors in collecting and remitting sales tax for your online store -Using Google Analytics, data from your e-commerce platform and Quickbooks to view the health of your e-commerce business REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Start your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This webinar 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 life. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Start Your Business for Veterans, Military and Spouses
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 life. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-E-commerce: Tax & Finance: Ins and Outs of Sales Tax and E-commerce Finances
Come ready to explore marketing options in this two-part webinar bundle: 6/10 & 6/11 -Understand the key factors in collecting and remitting sales tax for your online store -Using Google Analytics, data from your e-commerce platform and Quickbooks to view the health of your e-commerce business REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses
The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for Veteran, Military and Spouse entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with become certified to do business with the Federal, State and Local government and an overview of the process. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
Lots to do and not enough time? Join this webinar to explore tools and resources to help improve your business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Use Personalization to Help Drive More E-Commerce Sales
Thinking about how to improve customer experiences? How are you measuring their online experience? Are you creating content to help improve their experience with your E-Commerce brand? Learn more about E-Commerce personalization to help drive sales. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Marketing Research and Marketing Strategy: Roles in Creating Sustainable Businesses
Market research and understanding market trends is crucial for establishing a viable and financially sustainable business. Featured topics: -Basics for conducting market research -Using market research to help develop a marketing strategy for products, processes and services -Tips, pitfalls and resources for conducting market research REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Is Your E-Commerce Site Mobile Friendly/Ready and Voice Command Ready?
Can customers easily access your E-Commerce site, find what they need and easily make a purchase? Have you thought about how to increase the opportunity for your E-Commerce site coming up as a choice when a customer searches with a voice command? Learn tips and resources on how to prepare your E-Commerce site to be Mobile Friendly/Ready and Voice Command Ready. REGISTER NOW
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