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

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

  • IN-PERSON Unlocking Capital: Your Guide To Business Growth With SBA Loans

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Has small business lending been a challenge to navigate? Do you know how to manage a business loan and mitigate risk? Join us for an IN-PERSON workshop about the invaluable lending opportunities tailored for small businesses. Discover the multifaceted potential of financing through loans and gain insights into loan applications in various business scenarios. Throughout […]

    Free
  • EOG In Person Event: Compton, April 25th

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Grants of $2,500 or more are available for LA County microbusinesses. Application deadline: May 5th , 2023. Register below to get in-person help completing the application. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Something For Everyone Compton Farmers Market

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    COMPTON Farmer’s Market, Come enjoy local small businesses and entertainment LA COUNTY Economic Opportunity Grants: Information and on – site registration for microbusiness grant $2,500 for businesses with revenue under $50K. NHS LA County Build your legacy workshop: On-site training to purchase and preserve a home. Equipment, Connectivity, Internet: $30 home internet subsidy for eligible […]

    Free
  • Something For Everyone Compton Farmers Market

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    COMPTON Farmer's Market, Come enjoy local small businesses and entertainment LA COUNTY Economic Opportunity Grants: Information and on - site registration for microbusiness grant $2,500 for businesses with revenue under $50K. NHS LA County Build your legacy workshop: On-site training to purchase and preserve a home. Equipment, Connectivity, Internet: $30 home internet subsidy for eligible […]

  • Access to Capital- How to Get Bankable

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Reach Customers Online with Google- SBDC Day

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    free
  • Clearing the Fog of Certification-Grow Your Local Business

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • 24 Steps to a Successful Startup-Disciplined Entrepreneurship

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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

    Free
  • Start Your Business Today!

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Business2Business Empowerment Breakfast

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Join us for our Business2Business Small Business Empowerment Breakfast! This event is designed to empower the vision of Small Business relationships in our region. We are to encourage, engage and exchange valuable information that inspires success in your business and growth and sustainability in the community. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Business2Business Empowerment Breakfast

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Join us for our Business2Business Small Business Empowerment Breakfast! This event is designed to empower the vision of Small Business relationships in our region. We are to encourage, engage and exchange valuable information that inspires success in your business and growth and sustainability in the community. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Record Keeping- Managerial Tool

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    The Record Keeping for a Small Business module provides an overview of record keeping and is designed to help participants to understand how record keeping can benefit their business. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Food Cost 101 @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Food cost is one of the main keys to long-term restaurant success because of its direct impact on profitability.  Join us as we review how to calculate food costs for individual menu items as well as weekly restaurant performance.  In this class, you will also learn how to apply food costs to set your menu’s […]

    $25
  • Taller Gratis- Comience Su Negocio Hoy! @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO -Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) -Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio -Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial -Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar […]

    Free
  • Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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

    Free
  • Start Your Business Today! @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    $40
  • Access to Capital- How to get Bankable @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. REGISTER NOW

    free
  • GUIDED Business Plan

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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

    $60
  • Start Your Business Today! @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Food Cost 101 @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Food cost is one of the main keys to long-term restaurant success because of its direct impact on profitability.  Join us as we review how to calculate food costs for individual menu items as well as weekly restaurant performance.  In this class, you will also learn how to apply food costs to set your menu’s […]

    $25
  • Taller Gratis- Comience Su Negocio Hoy! @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO -Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) -Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio -Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial -Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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 […]

    $40
  • Access to Capital- How to get Bankable @ CSC

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. REGISTER NOW

    free
  • Access 2 Capital

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business.   REGISTER NOW

    Free