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: A Guide to Business Lending & Alternative Funding

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Bank of America Business Education Workshop: Join us for Powering Growth: A Guide to Business Lending & Alternative Funding, an essential session for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to secure the right funding for their business. Learn what lenders look for in a credit application, explore traditional business lending products, and discover alternative financing options […]

    Free
  • Special Event California Bank & Trust: How To Shop For And Interview Your Bank

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Do you know how to properly interview your bank when it comes to your business? Maybe you don’t know where to start and need guidance in making the most out of your business banking experience. Our partners at California Bank & Trust are here to help point you in the right direction. Sign Up Today! […]

    Free
  • New Client Orientation

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Orientation will assist new clients to understand the resources that are provided through the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Attendance is required for pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered twice per month […]

    Free
  • QuickBooks

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part II

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join us for this 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 […]

    Free
  • ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part I

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join us for this 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 […]

    $95
  • Food and Labor Cost 101

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • Clearing the Fog of Certification- Grow your Local Business

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. PCR SBDC presents…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 […]

    Free
  • GUIDED Business Plan

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • New Client Orientation

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Orientation will assist new clients to understand the resources that are provided through the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Attendance is required for pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered twice per month […]

    Free
  • Start Your Business Today!

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • GUIDED Business Plan

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • GUIDED Business Plan

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • New Client Orientation

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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 twice per month so check the calendar for additional dates. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Access to Capital-How to get Bankable

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • New Client Orientation

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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 twice per month so check the calendar for additional dates. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • QuickBooks

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 2

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join us for this 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 department requires […]

    Free
  • ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 1

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Join us for this 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 department requires […]

    $95
  • Food Cost 101

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • GUIDED Business Plan

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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
  • New Client Orientation

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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 twice per month so check the calendar for additional dates. REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Start Your Business Today!

    Pacific Coast Regional – SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 1501, Los Angeles, 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