The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
September 2024
IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…
Find out more »IN PERSON-AI for Social Media: An Intro to Best Practices for Integrating AI into Real World Content
This workshop will define the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through the lens of ChatGPT. What is AI? What is ChatGPT? Should ChatGPT be used in your social media strategies? We’ll discuss how to use ChatGPT as a tool to create, visualize and strategize content for social media. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP. Instructor: Chérmelle Edwards (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT- Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT- Successful Media Interview Techniques for Small Business Owners
Conducting outstanding media interviews about your small business takes a lot of thought, reflection, pre-planning and strategic messaging. In this fun-filled interactive workshop, you will learn the closely-guarded secrets to successful media interviews that will help raise your profile as a thought leader in your industry. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP. Instructor: Saida Pagan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »October 2024
IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT: Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course 3-day Series
General Session 10/10/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/10/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Session #2 10/17/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/17/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Session #3 10/24/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/24/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Description: Take our 3-day Fast Track “bootcamp” program. This course was developed by industry professionals to provide you the basic tools you need to start your business. This is ideal for prospective businesses with little to no time but a willingness and desire to learn the language of business, determine whether…
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