The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost/low-cost business workshops throughout Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional
(424) 296-3541|pcrsbdc.org3255 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1501 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Assisting clients in the Los Angeles area
March 2020
New Client Orientation
This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Orientation will assist new clients to understand the resources that are provided through the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Attendance is required for pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered twice per month so check the calendar for additional dates. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »GUIDED Business Plan
Build your confidence by knowing the who, what, where, why and how of your business idea. Prepare for a meeting with a lender/investor by writing a draft of your business plan in class and then work with a PCR advisor to refine it. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Start Your Business Today!
THIS FREE WORKSHOP WILL TEACH YOU ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START YOUR BUSINESS IMMEDIATELY. Know the legal business structures that you may establish (Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation) -Learn about the licenses and permits required by government agencies -How to do the business name search -We will help you complete the forms to register your business -The importance of the business planning process This workshop gives you everything you need to be a successful entrepreneur. REGISTER…
Find out more »Clearing the Fog of Certification- Grow your Local Business
The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. PCR SBDC presents…During this workshop you will learn: -$Billions of Public Contracting Dollars are within Los Angeles County Agencies for Certified Small Business -Differences between Statewide Small Business Certification, Local Small Business Certification, Public Utility Minority Certification, Corporate Minority Certification, and Federal Government Certification -How to leverage Statewide Small Business Certification to open may other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities REGISTER NOW
Find out more »24 Steps to a Successful Startup-Disciplined Entrepreneurship
Disciplined Entrepreneurship will change the way you think about starting (or growing) a company. Many believe that entrepreneurship cannot be taught, but great entrepreneurs aren’t born with something special – they simply make great products. Yes, entrepreneurship can be taught, provided that you are coachable. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Clearing the Fog of Certification-Grow Your Local Business
The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. During this workshop you will learn: -Billions of Public Contracting Dollars are within Los Angeles County Agencies for Certified Small Business -Differences between Statewide Small Business Certification, Local Small Business Certification, Public Utility Minority Certification, Corporate Minority Certification, and Federal Government Certification -How to leverage Statewide Small Business Certification to open may other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities REGISTER NOW
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part I
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is…
Find out more »QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks Online account software. Topics include, but not limited to: – Choose the right subscription level for your business – Set up a company and use navigation tools – Create products, services, and chart of accounts – Manage vendor and customer data – Connect bank and credit card accounts, and work with bank feeds, rules, and data – Reconcile connected accounts and create financial reports REGISTER NOW
Find out more »QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks Online account software. Topics include, but not limited to: – Choose the right subscription level for your business – Set up a company and use navigation tools – Create products, services, and chart of accounts – Manage vendor and customer data – Connect bank and credit card accounts, and work with bank feeds, rules, and data – Reconcile connected accounts and create financial reports REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Reach Customers Online with Google- SBDC Day
Pacific Coast Regional SBDC will be collaborating with Google to host SBDC Day, SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of the success and impacts America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have across the nation in economic development and the small businesses community. This event will provide small businesses the opportunity to network and learn how to utilize Google tools to enhance online presence. Reach Customers Online with Google: Learn how Google works and how your businesses can be found…
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part II
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is…
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