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SUMMARY:Accounting: The Basics of the Language of Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nAccounting is the system of tracking the income\, expenses\, assets and liabilities of business. Owners\, managers\, bankers\, and investors use accounting terms and concepts to describe the events that make up the “story”. \nThis workshop will explain the basics of how to make journal entries including debits and credits\, the structure of financial statements\, important financial ratios\, and\, more importantly\, how to “account” for the transactions in your business. \nInstructor\nAndrew Strachan \n\n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/accounting-basics-language-business-22/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170824T130000
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SUMMARY:The Business of Blogging
DESCRIPTION:Blogging is here to stay and many consumers of blogs use them as the go-to source for information on travel\, health\, entertainment\, and business. This form of media is growing and a source of income for many influencers who are experts on a topic. \nWould you like to know how bloggers make money?\nWould you like to know the business of blogging? \nIf you are an aspiring blogger and want to know how to set up your blog to monetize it this workshop is for you.\n-What platform to set your blog up on\n-How to brand your blog\n-How to attract the attention of advertisers\n-The various ways to make money through your blog\n-Tips on working with brands\n– Q & A \nInstructor: Deborah Deras \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/the-business-of-blogging/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media,Technology
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SUMMARY:Effective use of Social Media for Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Social Media Marketing can be overwhelming\, from posting\, to monitoring comments to creating content. As a busy small business owners we need to be efficient\, lean and make sure our efforts lead to profit. In this workshop you will learn how to authentically connect and create compelling messaging on Social Media to develop lasing relationships that go beyond transactional customers but a tribe of devoted followers to grow your business for success with ease and grace. Attendees will learn: How to choose which platform you need to have a presence on. When to post and how to use time saving techniques to post on multiple platforms. How to promote and sell to fans who love you. How to get your raving followers to invite more followers. How keywords\, hashtags and free search engine optimization are vital. How your website\, email and text campaigns can be integrated into your strategy for quantum results. \nInstructors: Deborah Deras & Larry Johnson \nRegister Now
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/effective-use-social-media-food-businesses/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170810T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170810T150000
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SUMMARY:Instagram 102 for Business
DESCRIPTION:Since May 2017\, Instagram owned by Facebook has been overtaking the Social Media world virtually crushing Snapchat by adding new features such as: IG stories\, swipe up links\, clickable tags and the user favorite Instagram Live. \nAccording to CNBC\, Mark Zuckerberg\, founder of Facebook and owner of Instagram reported that Instagram Stories has 200 million daily active users\, while Snapchat has 161 million active users which appear to be decreasing almost daily with the copycat features that Instagram has implemented\, inspired by Snapchat. \nWhat does that mean for your small business there are more features and functions to get people to your storefront or to buy your products and services online through Instagram. \nIF you already have an Instagram and are using it for business this workshop (not for beginners) will help you to increase leads and traffic to your website via:\n-How to use Instagram Stories\n-How to use the NEW swipe feature\n– How to use the Carousel\, Boomerang and Frames strategically\n-How to do Instagram Live to get people inspired to go to your website\n-How to pick the proper hashtags to  increase traction\n-Discover the optimal times to post to get the most bang out of each post\n-Q & A \nInstructor: Deborah Deras \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/instagram-102-business/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170725T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170725T200000
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SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Late admittance is not permitted\, please arrive early. \nInstructed by: \nStar Van Buren
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24-copy-copy-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170711T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170711T100000
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SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus\, use address above for driving directions. Please bring something to write with. Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructed by: \nLawrence Johnson
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24-copy-copy-copy-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170620T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170620T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T071003Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus\, use address above for driving directions. Please bring something to write with. Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructed by: \nStar Van Buren
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24-copy-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170606T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170606T100000
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CREATED:20170428T062712Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus\, use address above for driving directions. Please bring something to write with. Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructed by: \nCharlie Lowe
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170420T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170204T012247Z
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SUMMARY:Networking 101- 15 Second Elevator Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your ability to communicate what you do to increase clients and customers? Do you have your 15-second pitch? NEWSFLASH: With the internet info overload attention spans have decreased and now we have less than 15 seconds to engage potential customers attention. Deborah Deras\, SBDC Marketing Consultant will give you a 4 step simple system to be able to create your elevator pitch and speak it with conviction to increase opportunities for sales\, investors and or strategic partners. By the end of the workshop\, you will have a clear concise elevator pitch and will be able to share it in person and online for increased sales success. NOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (Street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nRegister Now \nInstructor: Deborah Deras \nInstructions: PLEASE NOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus\, use address above for driving directions. Parking is located on street and median lots only. Please bring something to write with.
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/networking-101-15-second-elevator-pitch-4/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170222T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170111T063150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170111T063150Z
UID:6638-1487786400-1487797200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Series 1 Levels 1-5
DESCRIPTION:Learn what you need to know to manage your business finances with Quickbooks 2015. This is a 5 session workshop that runs Wednesdays from 6:00PM-9:00PM. Topics include: introduction to QuickBooks\, creating invoices\, tracking inventory\, running business reports\, payroll\, and point of sale. See southbaysbdc.org website for more details about each session. \nRegister Now \nPLEASE NOTE: A minimum of ten paid registrants are required to hold a class. \nNO REFUNDS OR SUBSTITUTING CLASSES. You will receive a phone call to discuss payment options. \nInstructor: Ron Amie
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/quickbooks-series-1-levels-1-5/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Finance,QuickBooks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170214T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170120T004539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T004539Z
UID:6786-1487084400-1487091600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Estimate Start-Up Costs and Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION: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 cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructor: Nathaniel Jemison
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/estimate-start-costs-cash-flow-4-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Finances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170214T101500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170214T121500
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170120T004255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T004255Z
UID:6782-1487067300-1487074500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:The Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. Topics for discussion determining the feasibility of your business\, the importance of business planning\, understanding financial and licensing requirements and more. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructor: Charlie Lowe
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/basics-starting-business-2-7-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170208T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170120T004000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T004000Z
UID:6776-1486576800-1486584000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Business Plan Overview
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on defining the value inherent in using a Business Plan. We will identify its many uses and how to create a useful one. Our work will focus on the critical components of an effective plan. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/business-plan-overview-8-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Plan
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170207T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170119T090834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170119T090834Z
UID:6761-1486492200-1486495800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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.\n.\nRegister Now\n\nNOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus\, use address above for driving directions. Please bring something to write with. Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance.\nInstructor: Star Van Buren
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24-copy-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170120T002830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T002830Z
UID:6766-1486490400-1486497600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Business Loans 101
DESCRIPTION:This class will teach what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks\, which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify\, why a business may need financing\, sources of credit\, and what you should know about credit. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructor: Nathaniel Jemison
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/business-loans-101-7-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance,Loans
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170207T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20170120T003310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T003310Z
UID:6769-1486476000-1486483200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel
DESCRIPTION:Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss Statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss Statement. For maximum learning you may bring your laptop to follow along\, but it is not required. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. \nRegister Now \nNOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees\, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/start-business-financials-excel-copy/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Finances
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170131T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T080456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T080456Z
UID:6266-1485885600-1485892800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Export Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide new-to-export and new-to-market clients with information on getting started in international trade. International trade basics will be provided as we walk through to the four export development stages and are introduced to trade assistance resources on the federal\, state and local level. Paid registrants will receive a FREE online copy of Braddock’s The World Is Your Market: Exporting Made Easier for Small Businesses. \nInstructor: Charlie Lowe
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/export-workshop/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Export
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170131T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170131T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T080314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T080314Z
UID:6265-1485853200-1485856800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInstructor: Lawrence Johnson
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-24/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170124T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T075748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T075748Z
UID:6263-1485280800-1485288000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:Each business decision you make has a financial impact on your business. Understand and use the right tools to optimize results. Learn to use your basic financial statements and other key measurements to improve your decision making\, interpret your company’s financial signals using ratios\, and gain a “Plain English” understanding of basic business terminology. Learn to communicate with financial people and investors to attract capital for growth. \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/demystifying-financial-statements/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170124T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T075601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T075601Z
UID:6262-1485248400-1485273600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:The Road to Business Credit Conference
DESCRIPTION:Here is what will be covered: \n1. In depth explanation of personal and business credit score and reports and the Whys/hows to better manage your credit.\n2. Overview of available loan programs including SBA lending\n3. Lender’s panel on lender requirements along with Q & A \nPresenters: \nNabil Captan:\nNabil Captan is a nationally recognized credit score expert\, educator\, author and producer. As founder and president of Captan & Company\, he is dedicated to revolutionizing the way people learn about and manage personal and business credit profiles. \nHe has participated in numerous conferences\, panels\, and roundtables for real estate and lending professionals\, financial planners\, housing and credit counselors. Nabil also teaches in leadership programs at various California community colleges and universities\, including El Camino College\, CSU Dominquez Hills and Chapman University. He produced The Credit DVD which is used to help consumers build a strong credit score\, and is approved and used by FICO (Fair Isaac Corporation\, a company that specializes in what’s known as “predictive analytics) in its training. \nNabil continues to investigate all areas of credit scoring and reporting\, customizing his presentations to include best practices for those whose credit scores have suffered. Following the financial crisis\, he researched the true impact of mortgage defaults on FICO scores. \nNabil’s unwavering commitment to community service is best described by his eight-year partnership with the U. S. Small Business Administration/SCORE of Orange County\, which provides valuable services to the business community. He created and continues to present The Road to Business Credit\, a monthly workshop for small and mid-size businesses. \nNate Jemison: \nOCIE CSUF SBDC\, ECC and LBCC SBDC Presenter Bio: Nathaniel (Nate) Jemison\, El Camino College Small Business Development Center and Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Business Advisor (Access to Capital) \nMr. Jemison is responsible for Access to Capital\, Financial Analysis and Loan Consulting at both the El Camino College and Orange County Inland Empire SBDC (ECC and OCIE SBDC) offices. He has over 20+ years’ experience as a wholesale (commercial) and corporate banker with national\, regional and community banks during his 20+ year commercial banking career. For the last Sixteen years Mr. Jemison has operated his own independent financial consulting services business for small business owners and entrepreneurs including the last 8 years contracting with the ECC SBDC and last 2 years with the OCIE SBDC. He is a graduate of California State University Long Beach and received his formal credit training from the distinguished and highly regarded Security Pacific National Bank Commercial Loan Training Program in 1982. Mr. Jemison was nominated and awarded the 2014 Outstanding Advisor of the Year Award for the Long Beach City College SBDC and has been a Los Angeles SBDC Network $Million Dollar Access to Capital award recipient for the last four years.
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/business-loans-101-8/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance,Loans
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T075420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T075420Z
UID:6261-1484820000-1484827200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to use Facebook Live for Business
DESCRIPTION:Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Would you like to learn how to use FaceBook livestreaming to grow your business? \n1) How to set up your account. \n2) Where to stream to get the most impact. \n3) What to stream to drive business/sales. \n4) How often to stream. \n5) 5 C’s to increase more sales from your streams. \n6) Q&A \nInstructor: Deborah Deras
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/use-facebook-live-business/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170117T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T074315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T074315Z
UID:6258-1484676000-1484683200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Business Plan Overview
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on defining the value inherent in using a Business Plan. We will identify its many uses and how to create a useful one. Our work will focus on the critical components of an effective plan. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/business-plan-overview-8/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Plan
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170117T121500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T141500
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T074118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T074118Z
UID:6257-1484655300-1484662500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Accounting: The Basics of the Language of Business
DESCRIPTION:Accounting is the system of tracking the income\, expenses\, assets and liabilities of business. Owners\, managers\, bankers\, investors – use accounting terms and concepts to describe the events that make up the “story”. This workshop will explain the basics of how to make journal entries including debits and credits\, the structure of financial statements\, important financial ratios\, and\, more importantly\, how to “account” for the transactions in your business. \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/accounting-basics-language-business-2/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170117T101500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T121500
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T073859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T073859Z
UID:6256-1484648100-1484655300@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:The Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. Topics for discussion determining the feasibility of your business\, the importance of business planning\, understanding financial and licensing requirements and more. \nInstructor: Nathaniel Jemison
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/basics-starting-business-2-7/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startup
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170117T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T071453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T071453Z
UID:6254-1484643600-1484647200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInstructor: Charlie Lowe
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-23/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170112T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T071324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T071324Z
UID:6253-1484233200-1484240400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Marketing 101
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the basics of marketing is vital to the success of your business. This workshop provides an overview of the principles of marketing and how to develop a marketing plan aimed at the needs and desires of your target market. \nInstructor: Charlie Lowe
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/marketing-101-9/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170112T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T071149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T071149Z
UID:6252-1484226000-1484233200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Networking 101- 15 Second Elevator Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your ability to communicate what you do to increase clients and customers? Do you have your 15 second pitch? NEWSFLASH: With the internet info overload attention spans have decreased and now we have less than 15 seconds to engage potential customers attention. Deborah Deras\, SBDC Marketing Consultant with give you a 4 step simple system to be able to create your elevator pitch and speak it with conviction to increase opportunities for sales\, investors and or strategic partners. By the end of the workshop you will have a clear concise elevator pitch and will be able to share it in person and online for increased sales success. \nInstructor: Deborah Deras
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/networking-101-15-second-elevator-pitch-3/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Media
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170111T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T070832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T070832Z
UID:6250-1484128800-1484136000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel
DESCRIPTION:Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss statement. For maximum learning you may bring your laptop to follow along\, but it is not required. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/start-business-financials-excel/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Finances
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170110T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T070454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T070454Z
UID:6248-1484073000-1484076600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:SBDC Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInstructor: Star Van Buren
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/sbdc-orientation-22/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Orientation
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170110T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T075809
CREATED:20161208T070304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T070304Z
UID:6247-1484071200-1484078400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Estimate Start-Up Costs and Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION: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 cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. \nInstructor: Nathaniel Jemison
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/estimate-start-costs-cash-flow-4/
LOCATION:El Camino College/ SBDC\, 13430 Hawthorne Blvd\, Hawthorne\, 90044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Finances
GEO:33.9102665;-118.3521676
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