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  • IN-PERSON Special Event BMO: Budgeting for Start-Ups and Existing Businesses

    BMO Compton Branch 1701 N Long Beach Blvd, Compton, CA, United States

    IN – PERSON BMO and PCR SBDC: Budgeting for Start-Ups and Existing Businesses Startup Workshop Series – Compton Focus PART 2 BMO and PCR SBDC invite you to the launch of Budgeting for Start Ups and Existing Businesses a new in-person workshop series designed to connect entrepreneurs with practical startup guidance and direct access to local banking […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Increasing Sales: Secrets and Best Practices to Overcome Objections

    Webinar – COC

    Looking for ways to increase sales?  Experienced a “No” from a potential customer?  Come ready to learn about increasing sales through attracting new customers.  Sales objections will be unlocked.  Tips and techniques to handle objections will be explored. Best practices will be shared, so you are ready to tackle the next “No” from a potential […]

    Free

  • Business Metrics: How Do I Know If I’m Doing Well?

    Webinar – PCC

    Sales alone don’t tell the whole story. This session helps business owners identify the key metrics that truly measure performance, from gross margin and customer acquisition costs to overhead and profitability trends. You’ll learn which numbers matter most for your type of business and how to use them as early warning signals — not just […]

    Free

  • How To Sell When You’re Not A Salesperson

    Webinar

    Business owners and entrepreneurs must promote their business or products to investors, customers or clients. Often, this is something they have never done before, and they lack training to approach the challenge. To address this situation, this workshop has been built to help you learn much of what you need to know. Topics covered include: […]

    Free

  • Financial Fitness (Ratios): Stand Alone Metrics are Meaningless

    Webinar – PCR

    Learn which Ratios may be applicable to your business. Financial ratios show your business’s liquidity, cash flow, debt, and profitability. The key is to know which ratios are relevant to your business and where to get the information. While these figures allow owners to better manage their businesses, creditors also use them to determine financial […]

    Free

  • Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part I)

    Webinar – COC

    Presenter: Erica Bristol   This webinar will teach business owners the basics of California corporations, such as what is a “corporation,” special types of corporations, director and officer roles, bylaws, required and optional filings, duties and liability of directors and officers, common mistakes, and best practices. REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Webinar – AI Chatbots for Ecommerce: Build, Train, and Deploy Your 24/7 Sales Assistant

    Webinar – COC

        AI chatbots have moved from clunky scripts to intelligent assistants that can answer customer questions, recommend products, and support sales around the clock. In this session, you’ll learn exactly what AI chatbots are, how they work, and what they can do for your business. We’ll cover the full spectrum of options: done-for-you platforms […]

    Free

  • Business Contracts 101

    Webinar

    Strong contracts are the foundation of strong businesses. Whether you’re signing with vendors, clients, or partners, knowing how to read, negotiate, and protect your agreements can save you time, money, and stress. In this practical, no-jargon webinar, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to navigate contracts like a pro. You’ll learn how to:  Understand […]

    Free

  • NEW: Advanced AI for Small Business: Why Prompting Is Dead and What Actually

    Webinar – PCR

    The New Rules of Social Media Presence: From SEO to AEO, From Algorithms to  AI You are posting consistently. You are using hashtags. You are making reels. You are trying trends. Yet reach is unpredictable. Engagement feels random. Growth feels slow. Here is what changed: Social media is no longer just about search engines. It […]

    Free

  • Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part II)

    Webinar – COC

    Presenter: Erica Bristol   This webinar will teach business owners how to prepare basic corporate documents such as statements of information; holding director and shareholder meetings, preparing motions and minutes, voting requirements; and other corporate formalities required by the company’s bylaws, operating agreement or by law. REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    Webinar – ECC CA

    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

  • Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • WEBINAR Wave Accounting for Startups and Service Businesses

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track. Wave is designed for small business owners. No jargon, just an easy accounting […]

    free

  • Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will explain the legal requirements for offering and selling a corporation’s shares of stock every small business must know, such as understanding why stock is a “security”; compliance with state and federal securities laws, including securities registration and “private offering” exemptions; authorizing, offering, and issuing shares of stock (including shares issued to founders […]

    Free

  • WEBINAR Understanding Qualifications for Government Contracts

    Webinar – ECC CA

    One way to increase sales for your business is to become a vendor or contractor to public agencies and private organizations. This workshop will provide an overview of how to decide if contracting is right for you, as well as cover the elements you need to know to begin the pursuit of new contracting opportunities. […]

    free

  • Webinar – 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords

    Webinar – COC

    Stop guessing and start growing! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Specialist Darren Elliott for this high-energy, in-depth webinar. Discover the 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords to demystify search intent, master key phrases, and drive high-quality traffic to your digital doorstep. So, if you’re a small business owner looking to boost your site traffic, […]

    Free

  • WEBINAR Navigating SBIR/STTR (Research & Technology) Grants

    Webinar – ECC CA

    The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide an opportunity for small businesses to tap into federal funding to conduct research and development on promising new innovations and technologies.  With $4 billion available annually, the programs are a source of seed capital for early stage companies. SBIR/STTR funding can […]

    free

  • Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

    Webinar – COC

    This informational Webinar, will give you a good overview of what it takes to Start Your Own Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and doing what you want to do in life. From selecting a business and getting it registered to how to balance your home life with our […]

    Free

  • Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)

    Webinar – COC

    LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business

    Webinar – ECC CA

    This in-depth workshop 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

  • WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business

    Webinar – ECC CA

    This in-depth workshop 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

  • Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

    Webinar – COC

    Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn how to successfully make the transition from military servicemember to civilian entrepreneur, and how some of the very skills and resources that you developed during military service afford you a competitive advantage.  Topics include:   transitioning from […]

    Free

  • EIN Workshop: Get Your Employer Identification Number

    Webinar

    Every business needs an Employer Identification Number (EIN) - and applying for one is easier than you think, especially with step-by-step support. Whether you’re forming an LLC, hiring employees, or opening a business bank account, your EIN is an essential part of the process. In this free, hands-on workshop, we’ll walk you through the online […]

    Free

  • WEBINAR Legal Corner: Contracts…Businesses Can’t Live Without Them!

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Most of us don’t realize that every time we deal with a customer or another business contracts are involved. There are 4 main ways to reduce liability. Contracts on their own can reduce your risk of liability. LLCs and Corps reduce liability. Insurance can reduce liability. But you need contracts to make them work for you. Learn the ABC’s of […]

    free