The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
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September 2022
Accounting For Your Business
Accounting Basics Do you have questions about accounting? Maybe you do not know where to start when it comes to accounting for your business? Do you know what software works best for your business? Have you set up your accounts properly? REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course Series
Important Note: At the request of our previous class attendees, due to the amount of material we cover, we have expanded Fast Track from 2 classes of 3 hours to 3 classes of 2 hours. This should allow more class participation and overall time to digest the amount of information we will be covering…Also, as requested each class will be broken down into instruction, class discussion and a practicum. With that said: Take our 3-day Fast Track “bootcamp” program. This course…
Find out more »Restaurant Academy: Restaurant Business Planning
In this webinar, you will discover the essential components of a restaurant business plan to help increase your chances of success and present your plan to investors and financial institutions. Topics will cover concept creation, organizational structure, marketing plan and SWOT analysis, necessary operational considerations, and an overview of financial projections. Participants will receive a business plan template and can schedule one-on-one advisement sessions with one of our restaurant experts. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Buying and Selling a Business – What you need to know…
This webinar will teach the basics of buying and selling a business, such as conducting “due diligence”- inspecting the financial records, contracts and business assets; determining the value of the business; preparing contracts and related purchase-and-sale documents; tax considerations; and knowing when to “walk away” from a deal. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Innovator Toolkit Part 3: Product Strategy, Partnership & Commercialization
Innovator Toolkit Part 3: Product Strategy, Partnership and Commercialization. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps To A Successful Startup
Disciplined Entrepreneurship will change the way you think about starting (or growing) a company. Many believe that entrepreneurship cannot be taught, but great entrepreneurs aren’t born with something special – they simply make great products. Yes, entrepreneurship can be taught, provided that you are coachable. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
This in-depth webinar 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 set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…
Find out more »WEBINAR How to Increase Profitability
Do you know what to do to increase the profitability of your business? In this workshop, learn the 5 ways to improve profitability. Learn how to review your company’s financials and compare your business performance with industry competitors. In conjunction with your advisor, you will be able to access reports customized for your business that shows where you are excelling and where improvement is needed. You will also see how to quickly and easily create an online pitch or business plan to present to…
Find out more »Commercial Leasing Checklist For Businesses
The commercial Lease checklist will point out provisions to which a prospective small business tenant should pay particular attention. The terms lessor and landlord will be used interchangeably. Commercial leases come in many sizes and shapes, from the three- or four-page mom-and-pop simple lease to the 40 to 50-page complicated lease with multiple addendum and attachments that are usually attendant to high rises, malls, or popular upscale areas. The small business owner will frequently be presented with a form lease developed…
Find out more »Webinar – How to use Loyalty to Increase Retention and Generate more Revenue – e-Commerce
Please join us to learn how to use Loyalty to Increase Retention and Generate more Revenue – e-Commerce. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Legacy Restaurants-Building a food empire (Guest Speaker TBD)
How do you build a business that lasts for generations? Specifically, a food business? In an industry that sees 60% failure rate within the first year and 80% failure rate within 5 years, what’s the secret to a restaurant that lasts for 4 decades? This webinar will feature successful restaurateurs that have turned their family food business into a legacy business spanning multiple generations. A special Guest speaker will be featured during the presentation. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to go from Handyman to Construction
Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam. Topics we will cover: • Business Organization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance, and Liens • Contract Requirements…
Find out more »October 2022
Restaurant Academy: Goal Setting for Success Restaurants and Businesses
Do you have dreams that you wish to meet for your business? Setting goals and achievable actions step are proven to be the number one strategy for the most successful businesses. In this webinar, you will begin to prioritize your top business goals for 2022, learn how to use the SMART goal format, mind map the goal, and begin setting action plans to ensure maximum results. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Clearing the Fog of Certification-Grow Your Local Business
The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. PCR SBDC presents a webinar to clear the confusion of the application process. During this workshop you will learn: • $Billions of Public Contracting Dollars are within Los Angeles County Agencies for Certified Small Business • How to leverage Statewide Small Business Certification to open may other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: • Learn the Steps from Business Idea to…
Find out more »Webinar: S Corporation Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees
Are you an S Corporation shareholder and employee? Thinking about becoming an S Corporation? Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: • Reasonable Compensation • In compliance or not? • Options to Consider REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: • Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur • Types of Entrepreneurs •…
Find out more »Webinar – Choosing the Business Entity – Time for a Change or Brand New?
You will be introduced to: • Pros and cons of creating a LLC, Corporation, Partnership and Sole Proprietorship • How to form each entity and the tax reporting requirements • Potential risks to be aware of and solutions REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Taking Charge of Your Career through Franchise & Business Ownership
Are you looking to get into business ownership but don’t know where to start? Discover what type of business could leverage your professional acumen and have a team to support you build a successful company. During our webinar learn what type of businesses excelled through Covid and are Recession Resistant. Additional topics we will be covering: • Buying into a Franchise & Running your New Business • The Surprisingly low upfront cost • The different types of Franchise Models •…
Find out more »Webinar – How To Leverage Post-Purchase Strategies to Increase Retention and Grow Sales E-Commerce
Please join us to learn – How To Leverage Post-Purchase Strategies to Increase Retention and Grow Sales in E-Commerce with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Small Business Seminar Series at Kinecta (In Person)
This free, three-part series consists of classes taught by El Camino SBDC small business advisors Larry Johnson and Debbie Goldfarb. Each session consists of networking and light bites followed by a one-hour class. Topics are focused on helping small business owners improve their business IQ through interactive activities. You do not need to attend all three – you can attend the session(s) that are of interest. Network Your Way to Success-Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 4 – 6 PM Discuss…
Find out more »Webinar: Startup Activities – A Financial Perspective
Have the idea for the business and getting ready to move forward with the business launch? Learn the next steps to help navigate and launch your new business or continue the path where obstacles occurred along the way: • Professional Services – Legal & Other • Licenses and Permits • Business Insurance Options REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Forming Your Corporation : LLC S-CORP & MORE
We will discuss forming a Corporation, an S-Corporation, a Limited Liability Company, a Partnership, or a Sole Proprietorship. If you are unsure which category you are in, we are here to help. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Protecting Creative Work: Copyright Basics
This webinar will teach small businesses how to protect legal rights in creative materials, such as training manuals, articles, publications, photographs, software, music, videos and website content. Attendees will learn the basics of copyright law; requirements for copyright protection; determining ownership; the benefits of registration; how to avoid violating the copyrights of others; and important copyright considerations for materials created by employees and independent contractors. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Having A Life — for Business Owners and Managers
Most people lose sight of their true goals in opening a business. Owning and managing a business is a major life change. But often we stop having a life, we lose connection to family and friends. How do you maintain a balance where you can be an effective owner/manager as well as have a life? If you are a new or established business, learn how to get back on track to having a real life. Be prepared to think and build some solutions for yourself!!!…
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