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

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

El Camino College Business Training Center

Address
13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250 United States Get Directions
Phone 310-225-8277
Website southbaysbdc.org

Workshops at this venue

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  • In-Person Event E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    As consumers get younger & more tech-savvy, businesses need to pivot to find and appeal to new customers. We will investigate the strategies used by successful companies, and look at the various areas that you can adapt your business in the Digital age. Keeping up with the times is vitally important to keep your edge […]

    Free

  • Recurring

    Webinar- Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course 3-day Series

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 starting a business makes sense and if […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT Network & Learn 10 Constant Contact Digital Marketing Tools Revealed

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    Come network and learn at the Southbay SBDC in Hawthorne and Constant Contact. Are you time challenged to use digital media effectively? Learn the 10 digital tools you can start using and how they work together to help you grow your business. Get to know other local business owners while we show you how to […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON- How To Begin a Successful Social Media Brand in 2025

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    In this webinar we’ll discuss what Social Media is and is not. We’ll define the difference between social media for personal use and business use. We’ll discuss today’s main platforms including best use cases based upon popular industries. You’ll learn how to select the right social platform(s) for your business including what to post (content); […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT Network & Learn Constant Contact 10 Digital Marketing Tools!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    Come network and learn at the Southbay SBDC in Hawthone and Constant Contact. Are you time challenged to use digital media effectively? Learn the 10 digital tools you can start using and how they work together to help you grow your business. Get to know other local business owners while we show you how to […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT-Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowd funding and the process for raising capital from friends and family will be discussed. Details on what you need to know to apply for a business loan, as well the required documents and paperwork […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Successful Media Interview Techniques for Small Business Owners

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON-AI for Social Media: An Intro to Best Practices for Integrating AI into Real World Content

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • IN PERSON EVENT- Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 […]

    free

  • IN PERSON EVENT: Introduction to Microenterprise Home Kitchen (MEHKO)

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide information on “Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation” (MEHKO)  a new type of retail food facility. We will cover the key features, benefits, challenges and differences between MEHKO and Cottage Food Operations. This workshop offers the entrepreneur a new way to launch a retail or production operation in their home! THIS IS AN IN PERSON WORKSHOP. Instructor: […]

    Free

  • Launching a Mobile Food Business in L.A. County-Navigating Regulations, Setup and Success Strategies

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    COMPACT MOBILE FOOD OPERATION: A CMFO is a mobile food facility in which an individual operates from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized unenclosed conveyance that can be approved to sell prepackaged food or unpackaged food with limited food preparation. This workshop will provide a comprehensive guide for launching a mobile […]

    Free

  • Recurring

    Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course 3-day Series (In Person Event)

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 starting a business makes sense and if […]

    free

  • WEBINAR How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow in Covid Times

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    How much will it cost to start your business? It is important to know this figure so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses, start-up cost categories, calculating initial costs, calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs, conducting a break-even analysis, and initial […]

    Free

  • WEBINAR SBDC Orientation

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Attendance is required for pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered three-four times per month.  Please check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for future dates.   Instructor: Larry Johnson REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • How to Estimate Start-Up Costs and Cash Flow (Webinar)

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    How much will it cost to start your business? It is important to know this figure so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses, start-up cost categories, calculating initial costs, calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs, conducting a break-even analysis, and initial […]

    $10

  • How to Survive AB5 and Independent Contractors (Webinar)

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    Are you an independent contractor?  Do you engage independent contractors? Are you confused or unaware of the new law governing the engagement of independent contractors?  To avoid fines and penalties, there are technicalities that are important to understand. Topics will include: -Explanation of the new Independent Contractor law (AB5) -Which businesses, professions and trades are […]

    free

  • Legal Structure (Webinar)

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: Permit processes, reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business, business licensing requirements, and a brief discussion on the implications of legal structures. This decision will have […]

    $10

  • SBDC Orientation

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Attendance is required for pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered two-three times per month so check the calendar for future dates. NOTE: Late admittance is not permitted, please arrive early. Instructor: Larry […]

    Free

  • Digital Marketing Automation-Grow your Business on Autopilot

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    This workshop will go over how you can set up an automated Digital Marketing system to grow your business on autopilot. If you have a restaurant, a retail business, a service business or an e-commerce business, you will learn how to take advantage of automation to beat your competitors. In this workshop you will discover: […]

    Free

  • Instagram 101

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    Join us for this Instagram workshop and learn: -How to set up your profile -How to get followers -Choosing the right hashtags -Creatively designing pictures -Plus all participants will get an ebook how to go from likes to sales. Instructor: Deborah Deras REGISTER NOW

    Free