The LA Regional SBDC Network is hosted by
The LA Regional SBDC Network is hosted by
This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build, design, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model […]
Lots to do and not enough time? Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW
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 […]
Learn how to create your own Custom GPT that acts like a virtual employee for your business. Instead of starting from scratch every time, you’ll build an AI assistant trained to create branded content, answer common questions, generate marketing materials, and streamline repetitive tasks. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to create GPTs that […]
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to legal issues in marketing and promotion, such as “puffery” vs. fraud and misleading advertising; steering clear of copyright infringement and rights of privacy/publicity; marketing by phone, fax, email, and text; using social media; differences in federal and state laws; legal protections in marketing; and legal […]
Unlock the secrets to building meaningful connections that can elevate your business! In this dynamic, one-hour virtual workshop, we’ll dive into the power of networking and how it can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting, you’ll learn actionable strategies for leveraging your network to create new opportunities, […]
The “Improve Your Personal Credit for Lending Opportunities” workshop is designed to help individuals and business owners understand the factors that affect their credit scores and learn strategies to improve them. Whether you are looking to apply for a personal loan, business loan, or credit line, having a strong credit score can significantly increase your […]
After months of searching, you have finally come up with a great new business idea. You are confident that your idea will be a game changer. You just know that this idea will provide the financial freedom that you have always dreamed of. However, BEFORE you take YOUR leap of faith, SLOW DOWN! Take a […]
Are you looking for an alternative to ChatGPT and curious about what Anthropic’s Claude can do for your business? In this practical 90-minute webinar, you’ll get an overview of Claude and learn how small business owners, consultants, coaches, and creatives can use it to save time, improve communication, and streamline workflows. We’ll explore how Claude […]
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: […]
NotebookLM is one of Google’s most powerful AI tools for organizing information and turning existing content into valuable business assets. Learn how to upload PDFs, YouTube videos, websites, presentations, and notes, then use AI to generate: Executive summaries Research reports Competitive analysis Podcast-style audio overviews Training materials Course curriculum Pitch decks Client proposals This session […]
Small Business Budget Planning – Forging a Solid Financial Path Managing finances is crucial for the success of any business. Business budgeting provides a roadmap to allocate resources effectively, manage cash flow, and achieve financial goals. Our presentation will review and explain the essentials of building a business budget. REGISTER NOW
Professional photography, graphic design, and marketing content no longer require expensive photo shoots or design teams. In this session, you’ll learn how to use Nano Banana and Google’s experimental AI tools to: Edit product photos Create marketing graphics Generate virtual headshots Design social media content Produce promotional images Create lifestyle product photography Build ad creatives […]
AI- HOW TO USE AI EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY Stop working harder and start working smarter! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for a high-impact, free webinar designed to help you master the internal and external power of Artificial Intelligence. We’re moving past the hype to show you how AI can become your most productive […]
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide small business owners with the basics for creating or entering into software license agreements, such as exclusivity, territory, licensed rights and exclusions, ownership, term and termination, and bankruptcy. REGISTER NOW
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 […]
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide small business owners with information on why a “trademark” is a valuable asset for a company to own; how “trademarks” help customers identify goods and services; how to select, use and protect a “trademark”; the importance of doing “search and clearance” activities prior to adoption and use; state […]
Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to […]
Back by popular demand, this foundational session is designed for business owners who are new to AI as well as those who attended advanced sessions and want to strengthen their fundamentals. Learn how to use Claude to: Write marketing content Create business plans Draft proposals Build operating procedures Analyze documents Improve customer communications Organize business […]
This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect the company’s inventions, ideas and secrets. Attendees will learn the basics of trade secret law; the kinds of information that can be protected as a trade secret; confidentiality requirements; ownership issues; how to avoid losing trade secret protection; and how to avoid violating the trade […]
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 […]