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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March 2017
How to Estimate Start-Up Costs and Cash Flow
How much will it cost to start your business? It is important to know this figure so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses, start-up cost categories, calculating initial costs, calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs, conducting a break-even analysis, and initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. NOTE: Due to the…
Find out more »Webinar – Finding Funding
The session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders, crowd funding, merchant services, suppliers, investors, etc. There will also be a quick Q&A. REGISTER NOW Instructed by: Connie Sparks
Find out more »Raise Your Prices and Earn More Money
Come in person to learn how to convert 2 cents into $40,000! This energetic and informative 90-minute workshop will help you figure out if the prices of your products or services are too low and then how and why you should raise your prices now! Learn proven ways to grow your business and earn more profits from a marketing and sales expert with more than 35 years of successful business experience. We begin with a presentation and then it is…
Find out more »Business Loans 101
This class will teach what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks, which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify, why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit. NOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees, late admittance…
Find out more »Webinar – Acceso a Capital
Este webinar es en español y les explicaremos a los dueños de negocios las bases para obtener un préstamo, los requisitos y papeles que necesitan. REGISTER NOW Instructed by: Claudia Shah
Find out more »Reviewing a Business Valuation and Fundamentals of Machinery and Equipment Appraisals (Lenders Only)
*This workshop is for Lenders only U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) invites you to join us for a unique opportunity for your financial lending institution to attend a two-part session on the topics of Reviewing a Business Valuation and Fundamentals of Machinery and Equipment Appraisals. Join us for one or both. These training topics would be beneficial for your SBA Advantage 7(a) loans in the cases for business acquisition or purchase of another business. Session 1: Reviewing a Business…
Find out more »April 2017
Talleres Semanales/Weekly Workshops
Pasos y todo lo que necesitas para tener tu propio negocio. Cómo y dónde pedir prestamos. Cada martes a las 9 am estaremos entregando todas las herramientas para que seas un exitoso empresario. Do you want to start your own business? Need access to capital? Every Tuesday at 9 am we will be giving you the tools to become a successful entrepreneur. Register Now
Find out more »How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel
Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss statement. For maximum learning you may bring your laptop to follow along, but it is not required. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. NOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered…
Find out more »Business Loans 101
This class will teach what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks, which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify, why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit. NOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees, late admittance…
Find out more »Talleres Semanales/Weekly Workshops
Pasos y todo lo que necesitas para tener tu propio negocio. Cómo y dónde pedir prestamos. Cada martes a las 9 am estaremos entregando todas las herramientas para que seas un exitoso empresario. Do you want to start your own business? Need access to capital? Every Tuesday at 9 am we will be giving you the tools to become a successful entrepreneur. Register Now
Find out more »Talleres Semanales/Weekly Workshops
Pasos y todo lo que necesitas para tener tu propio negocio. Cómo y dónde pedir prestamos. Cada martes a las 9 am estaremos entregando todas las herramientas para que seas un exitoso empresario. Do you want to start your own business? Need access to capital? Every Tuesday at 9 am we will be giving you the tools to become a successful entrepreneur. Register Now
Find out more »Talleres Semanales/Weekly Workshops
Pasos y todo lo que necesitas para tener tu propio negocio. Cómo y dónde pedir prestamos. Cada martes a las 9 am estaremos entregando todas las herramientas para que seas un exitoso empresario. Do you want to start your own business? Need access to capital? Every Tuesday at 9 am we will be giving you the tools to become a successful entrepreneur. Register Now
Find out more »Finding Funding for Your Business
The session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders, crowdfunding, merchant services, suppliers, investors, etc. Register Now Instructed by: Connie Sparks
Find out more »May 2017
How to Estimate Start-Up Costs and Cash Flow
How much will it cost to start your business? It is important to know this figure so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses, start-up cost categories, calculating initial costs, calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs, conducting a break-even analysis, and initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. Register Now Instructor:…
Find out more »Acceso a Capital y Bases para mejorar su Negocio
La Iniciativa del Este de Los Ángeles y la Cámara de Comercio Hispana del Sur de California, invitan a todas las personas que tienen negocio a este taller gratuito para que conozcan las diferentes formas de tener acceso a capital y lo importancia de su crédito. Después de la presentación, nuestros asesores estarán disponibles para programar las sesiones gratuitas individuales con emprendedores y empresarios. Register Now
Find out more »The Basics of Starting a Business
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. Topics for discussion include determining the feasibility of your business, the importance of business planning, understanding financial and licensing requirements and more. Register Now Instructor: Charlie Lowe
Find out more »Business Loans 101
This class will teach what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks, which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify, why a business may need financing, sources of credit, and what you should know about credit. Register Now Instructor: Nathaniel Jemison
Find out more »Webinar – Financial Calculations That Answer Key Business Questions
Business owners and managers struggle with business decisions that affect the financial health of the company. Are we selling at the right price? Are we making money? Can we afford to hire someone? Many times these decisions are made without a thorough understanding of the financial implications. This does not need to be the case. There are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to answer key business questions. Performance measurements are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to…
Find out more »Demystifying Financial Statements
Each business decision you make has a financial impact on your business. Understand and use the right tools to optimize results. Learn to use your basic financial statements and other key measurements to improve your decision making, interpret your company's financial signals using ratios, and gain a "Plain English" understanding of basic business terminology. Learn to communicate with financial people and investors to attract capital for growth. Register Now Instructor: Andrew Strachan
Find out more »June 2017
The Basics of Starting a Business
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. Topics for discussion include determining the feasibility of your business, the importance of business planning, understanding financial and licensing requirements and more. NOTE: Due to the information that needs to be covered and out of respect to attendees, late admittance to class is not permitted. Please allow time for traffic and to find parking (Street parking only). Arriving early will ensure your admittance. Register Now…
Find out more »Webinar: Small Business Loans
Learn about · Accessing all available resources to assist your business in obtaining loans · Accessing capital to start or grow your business · The do' and don'ts when financing your business · Securing a loan Register Now
Find out more »Pasos para Comenzar tu Negocio
Pasos y todo lo que necesitas para tener tu propio negocio. Cómo y dónde pedir prestamos. Cada martes a las 9 am entregando todas las herramientas para que seas in exitoso empresario. Register Now
Find out more »Webinar: Finance: How is your company doing, financially?
Business owners and managers struggle with business decisions that affect the financial health of the company. Are we selling at the right price? Are we making money? Can we afford to hire someone? Many times these decisions are made without a thorough understanding of financial implications. This does not need to be the case. There are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to answer key business questions. Performance Measurements are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to monitor…
Find out more »Webinar: Finance: How is your company doing, financially? Copy
Business owners and managers struggle with business decisions that affect the financial health of the company. Are we selling at the right price? Are we making money? Can we afford to hire someone? Many times these decisions are made without a thorough understanding of financial implications. This does not need to be the case. There are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to answer key business questions. Performance Measurements are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to monitor…
Find out more »Steps to Start your Own Business
Do you want to start your own business? Do you know what the requirements are? Need access to capital? Every Tuesday at 9am we will be giving you the tools to become a successful entrepreneur. Register Now
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