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

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

  • Year-End Open House — Small Business Development Center at PCR

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Pacific Coast Regional Small Business Development Corporation is delighted to invite you to our Year-End Open House. We offer a wide selection of programs designed to aid you in the growth and development of your business, including loan programs, no-cost one-on-one business advising, low-cost entrepreneurial training and other valuable small business resources. Register Now

    Free
  • Google Livestream: Drive a Holiday Shopping Rush for Your Business

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Kick start your customers’ holiday shopping season by marketing your business. We’ll discuss how to get in front of your customers and showcase what you offer using Google My Business, Google Ads and more.   Register Now

    Free
  • Guided Business Plan

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During the 4-hour session, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $30.00
  • Managing Your Business Effectively (Part 2 of 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Effective business management is the key to your success. Learn business management skills and tips to prepare you for owning and operating a successful business. Implementing the strategies through planning, organizing, motivating and control. **Please note this is the 2nd half of the Managing Your Business Effectively 2-part series. The fee of $60 is for […]

    $60.00
  • Recurring

    Managing Your Business Effectively (Part 1 of 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Effective business management is the key to your success. Learn business management skills and tips to prepare you for owning and operating a successful business. Implementing the strategies through planning, organizing, motivating and control. **Please note this is the 1st half of the Managing Your Business Effectively 2-part series. The fee of $60 is for […]

    $60.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Guided Business Plan (Part 2 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During this 2-part series, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $60.00
  • Guided Business Plan (Part 1 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During this 2-part series, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $30.00
  • Finding New Customers and Winning Repeat Business (Part 2 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Why do some small businesses grow consistently each year, regardless of economic conditions? Learn 5 key marketing strategies that entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the competition, find new customers and win repeat business. This course will cover - How to understand your target market and decision-making process - What are key elements to building […]

    $60.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Recurring

    Finding New Customers and Winning Repeat Business (Part 1 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Why do some small businesses grow consistently each year, regardless of economic conditions? Learn 5 key marketing strategies that entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the competition, find new customers and win repeat business. This course will cover - How to understand your target market and decision-making process - What are key elements to building […]

    $60.00
  • Employee Development / Customer Relations (Part 2 of a 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Need financing to start your business or want to expand your existing business? Determine what type of financing is needed for the stage of your business. Find out different ways to finance the growth and success of your business. Attendees should plan on participating in both sessions - (July 17 & 19) - 2 part […]

    $60.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Employee Development / Customer Relations (Part 1 of a 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Need financing to start your business or want to expand your existing business? Determine what type of financing is needed for the stage of your business. Find out different ways to finance the growth and success of your business. Attendees should plan on participating in both sessions - (July 17 & 19) - 2 part […]

    $60.00
  • Social Media and Marketing (Part 2 of a 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Do you still feel overwhelmed by social media? Do you still scratch your head and wonder if it really works?  Do you wonder if as a business you can really make money using it?  What platform to use? Are you worried that you will lose control over your brand, products, and services? Social Media Marketing […]

    $60.00
  • Social Media and Marketing (Part 1 of a 2-part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Do you still feel overwhelmed by social media? Do you still scratch your head and wonder if it really works?  Do you wonder if as a business you can really make money using it?  What platform to use? Are you worried that you will lose control over your brand, products, and services? Social Media Marketing […]

    $60.00
  • Guided Business Plan

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During the 4-hour session, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $75.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Guided Business Plan

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During the 4-hour session, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $75.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Guided Business Plan (Part 2 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During this 2-part series, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $60.00
  • Guided Business Plan (Part 1 of 2)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During this 2-part series, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $60.00
  • New Client Orientation

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pacific Coast Regional (PCR) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer […]

    Free
  • Guided Business Plan

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    Is your banker, investor or partner requesting your business plan? Attend the GUIDED Business Plan™ workshop to write a plan that engages your reader. During the 4-hour session, you will write the first draft of the Executive Summary of your business plan. We prompt you to write the first words that come to mind. By […]

    $75.00
  • Sales for Entrepreneurs (Part 2 of 2 part series)

    SBDC hosted by Pacific Coast Regional 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    There is no faster way to get your business where you want it to be than by applying strong sales skills. But these skills aren’t just for sales people. The fact is, we’re all in sales, no matter what our job function. By learning effective selling, networking and listening techniques, you will be armed with […]