The LA SBDC Regional Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses.

We serve Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

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  • 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
  • Secure Your Small Business: 8 part Series (Part Six)

    Webinar

    The Secure Your Small Business 8-part webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, […]

    Free
  • How To Set Up & Register Your Business

    Webinar

    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 […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Succession Planning

    Webinar – COC

    Many business owners spend years building successful companies but delay planning for their eventual transition. Without a clear succession strategy, businesses may face operational disruptions, financial losses, employee uncertainty, or even closure. Succession planning helps protect the value of the business while supporting employees, customers, suppliers, and family members who may be affected by the […]

    Free
  • FBN 101

    Webinar

    Learn How to File Your Fictitious Business Name Free, live webinar for new and aspiring business owners You’re ready to start your business — but before you can move forward, you need to file a Fictitious Business Name (FBN). If you’re not sure where to start (and hiring a lawyer isn’t an option), this free […]

    Free
  • Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

    Webinar – PCC

    Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, “Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation.” Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #1

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          […]

    Free
  • Webinar – How to Start Your Business

    Webinar – COC

        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 bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Developing An Actionable Business Plan

    Webinar

    You can’t get there if you don’t know what or where “there” is. This class is intended to assist both startups and expanding or scaling businesses in developing an actionable and measurable plan for the next steps in growing a profitable business.     In this class we will actively work on:     –Defining your business model     –Identifying […]

    free
  • Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

    Webinar – COC

    If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Privacy Policies and Terms of Use: The Basics

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will discuss the importance of privacy policies and terms of use in ecommerce; relevant state, federal and international privacy laws; drafting a privacy policy and terms of use; and how privacy policy and terms of use clauses can reduce liability. Instructor: Erica Bristol REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Live Q&A: All About Growing Your Sales and Making Your Processes More Efficient

    Webinar

    Join the Long Beach SBDC for our live Q&A addressing questions on how to increase the sales of your business and how to make your operation run more efficiently. SBDC business advisors Mike Huntley and Herb Thompson will interact live with the audience via Zoom and answer questions covering a broad range of topics that […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #2

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          […]

    Free
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    Webinar – COC

    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 […]

    Free
  • Secure Your Small Business: 8 part Series (Part Seven)

    Webinar

    The Secure Your Small Business 8-part webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, […]

    Free
  • Decisions, Decisions! How To Approach Business Decisions With Confidence & Clarity

    Webinar

    Why Attend? Every business owner faces tough decisions—whether it’s investing in new equipment, expanding services, or launching a marketing campaign. Make the right call every time! Join us for a dynamic, 90-minute webinar where you’ll learn practical frameworks and tools to approach business decisions with confidence, clarity, and strategy. This webinar is perfect for small […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Model #2

    Webinar – COC

      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 […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools

    Webinar – COC

    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

    Free
  • How To Build A Road Map To Start Your Business

    North Long Beach Higher Education Center 635 E. South Street, Long Beach, CA, United States

    Are you thinking of starting a business? Are you trying to determine if it’s the right course of action? This workshop focuses on answering 13 important questions to help you build a road map to determine how best to proceed with your entrepreneurial vision.   We will address: Philosophical questions to help you define your […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #1

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          […]

    Free
  • Secure Your Small Business: 8 part Series (Part Eight)

    Webinar

    The Secure Your Small Business 8-part webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, […]

    Free
  • Developing An Actionable Business Plan

    Webinar

    You can’t get there if you don’t know what or where “there” is. This class is intended to assist both startups and expanding or scaling businesses in developing an actionable and measurable plan for the next steps in growing a profitable business.    In this class we will actively work on:   –Defining your business model     –Identifying […]

    free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #2

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          […]

    Free
  • Business Contracts Webinar

    Webinar

    Business Contracts 101 Webinar Protect Your Business, Protect Your Bottom Line Whether you're launching a new venture or scaling your business, contracts are key to protecting your time, money, and relationships. From vendor agreements to client deals, understanding how contracts work can help you avoid costly mistakes. Join us for a practical, interactive webinar designed […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Job Hazard Analysis Action Plan and Emergency Action Plan

    Webinar – COC

    Every business has risks, whether it’s an office, retail store, construction site, warehouse, or manufacturing facility. Two of the most effective ways to protect employees, reduce disruptions, and prevent costly incidents are a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and an Emergency Action Plan (EAP).  While they serve different purposes, both help businesses identify risks before they become injuries, emergencies, […]

    Free