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

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

  • Comience Su Negocio Hoy!

    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 […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks

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

    Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements   REGISTER NOW

    $50
  • Earn BIGGER Contracts

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

    Learn how to find contracts that you have a strong chance of winning. Following the instructions in the GUIDED Sub-Contracting Plan book, you will build your confidence to pitch your company’s value and know how to navigate procurement opportunities.   REGISTER NOW

    $30
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 2

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

    Join us for this 2 part 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 […]

    $60
  • ServeSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 1

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

    Join us for this 2 part 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 […]

    $60.00
  • 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
  • Access to 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
  • Food Cost 101

    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 cost for individual menu items as well as weekly restaurant performance.  In this class, you will also learn how to apply food cost to setting your menu’s […]

    $30.00
  • Comience Su Negocio Hoy!

    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 […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks

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

    Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements   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 […]

    Free
  • Access to 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
  • 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
  • QuickBooks

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

    Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements   REGISTER NOW

    $50
  • Business2Business Empowerment Breakfast

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

    Join us for our Business2Business Small Business Empowerment Reception! 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
  • SBDC Day: Build Your Business Website and Small Business Luncheon

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

    Join us for a free website workshop and luncheon to celebrate the small business community in Compton. Agenda: 9:30am: Registration, Coffee & Networking 10:00am - 10:45am: Welcome to SBDC Day - Constance Anderson, Director of Pacific Coast Regional SBDC 11:00am - 12:00noon: Small Business Website - Web Basics for Beginners - Taught by Sé Reed […]

    Free
  • Comience Su Negocio Hoy!

    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 […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Access to 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
  • GUIDED Business Plan @ CSC

    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
  • Comience Su Negocio Hoy!

    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 […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks

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

      Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements   Register Now

    $50.00
  • GUIDED Business Plan (Center for Sustainable Communities)

    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  

    $40.00
  • QuickBooks (Center for Sustainable Communities)

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

    Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium size businesses including but not limited to: Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments Reporting - balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now  

    $40.00