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 2019
Webinar – Picking the Right E-Commerce Platform for Your Business
Need help deciding where you should do your business online? Come tune into this webinar to get an overview of hosted vs self-hosted platforms and learn about writing site requirements necessary to get your e-commerce business going. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Succeed in the Fashion Industry (Part 2)
In the two-part webinar series, Mark Colonomos, Fashion Expert for the SBDC Los Angeles Regional Network and FIDM Hall Of Fame Faculty Member and Instructor, will present the following topics: – Creating A Business From Concept To Implementation – Developing And Designing Product – Marketing And Branding – Sales And Distribution – Structure And Management – Costing And Financing Part 1: 3/21/19 REGISTER NOW
Find out more »April 2019
GUIDED Business Plan
Build your confidence by knowing the who, what, where, why and how of your business idea. Prepare for a meeting with a lender/investor by writing a draft of your business plan in class and then work with a PCR advisor to refine it. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Start your Food Truck Business today
Have you ever thought about starting your own food truck business? In this workshop, we’ll dive into everything you need to know to get your business rolling! -Learn what permits are needed -Whether buying or renting a food truck is the best option for you -What your startup costs will be -The tools you’ll need to sustain a successful food truck business. 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: -Determining the feasibility of your business -The importance of business planning -Understanding financial and licensing requirements, and more. Instructor Charlie Lowe REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Starting A Small Business
Have you always wanted to start your own business but didn’t know how or where to start? This seminar will get you on the right path to starting a small business. Topics to be discussed include researching your business ideas, outlining your business plan, learning about start-up expenses and financing, legal aspects, and general management issues. You will learn: - Life of an entrepreneur - Assessing your business idea - How to develop a business plan - Introduction to business entities -…
Find out more »Plan de Negocio Simplificado
Este taller es ideal para que los dueños de negocios en todos los niveles aprendan cómo construir, diseñar y definir un modelo de negocio. Un modelo de negocio es lo que define un negocio y su práctica. En este taller, los asistentes aprenderán cómo definir primero su modelo de negocio. Se les presentará una plantilla de modelo de negocio como herramienta. Los temas están a continuación: -Idea de negocio a modelo de negocio. -Introducción a los modelos de negocio. -Pasos…
Find out more »Steps to Start Your Business Today
This workshop will teach you all the things you need to start your business. Tools and Steps to have your own business. Start and register your business today. Please bring your laptop or smartphone to be able to access the forms online. – Know the legal structures that exist to choose the best one for you – Learn about licenses and permits – You’ll be ready to start the business – We will help you complete the…
Find out more »How to Conduct Basic Market Research
Market research blends consumer behavior and economic trends to confirm and improve your business idea. It’s crucial to understand your consumer base from the outset. Market research lets you reduce risks even while your business is still just a gleam in your eye. Effective market research helps businesses make insight-driven, informed decisions when planning, launching, managing or growing your business. Plus, market research enables business owners to ascertain the financial feasibility of a venture before committing substantial resources to its…
Find out more »Start Your Business Today!
This free workshop will teach you all you need to know to start your business immediately. Know the legal business structures that you may establish (Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation) Learn about the licenses and permits required by government agencies How to do the business name search We will help you complete the forms to register your business The importance of the business planning process This workshop gives you everything you need to be a successful…
Find out more »Accounting: The Basics of the Language of Business
Accounting is the system of tracking the income, expenses, assets and liabilities of business. Owners, managers, bankers, investors – use accounting terms and concepts to describe the events that make up the “story”. This workshop will explain the basics of how to make journal entries including debits and credits, the structure of financial statements, important financial ratios, and, more importantly, how to “account” for the transactions in your business. Instructor Andrew Strachan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »GUIDED Business Plan
Build your confidence by knowing the who, what, where, why and how of your business idea. Prepare for a meeting with a lender/investor by writing a draft of your business plan in class and then work with a PCR advisor to refine it. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Business Plan Overview
Developing a business plan is one of the most valuable activities you can undertake. A good business plan provides a roadmap for success, gives you a sense of control over your future and is essential to attract funding. Business planning might be time consuming and daunting but the good news is you don’t have to start with a blank sheet of paper! The Business Plan Overview workshop guides you through the process of creating a solid, well-structured business plan, tailored to…
Find out more »Creating An Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you need to write one because you are looking for funding. Successful business planning leads to successful business results. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. In this interactive seminar, you will…
Find out more »Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Comience Su Negocio Hoy!
TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO • Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) • Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio • Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial • Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar tu negocio • La importancia del proceso de planeacion Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que sea un…
Find out more »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 -Initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. Instructor Andrew Strachan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »GUIDED Business Plan
Build your confidence by knowing the who, what, where, why and how of your business idea. Prepare for a meeting with a lender/investor by writing a draft of your business plan in class and then work with a PCR advisor to refine it. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »May 2019
Entrepreneurship Series: Session 2
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 2 Topics: - Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch - Identify Business Structures - Discuss Key Marketing, Sale, and Financial Issues REGISTER NOW Session 1 Here Session 3 Here
Find out more »GUIDED Business Plan
Build your confidence by knowing the who, what, where, why and how of your business idea. Prepare for a meeting with a lender/investor by writing a draft of your business plan in class and then work with a PCR advisor to refine it. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series: Session 3
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 3 Topics: - Business Idea to Business Model - Entrepreneur's Tool Box REGISTER NOW Session 1 Here Session 2 Here
Find out more »Start Your Business Today!
This free workshop will teach you all you need to know to start your business immediately. Know the legal business structures that you may establish (Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation) Learn about the licenses and permits required by government agencies How to do the business name search We will help you complete the forms to register your business The importance of the business planning process This workshop gives you everything you need to be a successful…
Find out more »Business Plan Overview
Developing a business plan is one of the most valuable activities you can undertake. A good business plan provides a roadmap for success, gives you a sense of control over your future and is essential to attract funding. Business planning might be time consuming and daunting but the good news is you don’t have to start with a blank sheet of paper! The Business Plan Overview workshop guides you through the process of creating a solid, well-structured business plan, tailored to…
Find out more »Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Comience Su Negocio Hoy!
TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO • Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) • Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio • Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial • Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar tu negocio • La importancia del proceso de planeacion Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que sea un…
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