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January 2020
ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 1
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is recommended they also…
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 2
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is recommended they also…
Find out more »February 2020
ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 1
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is recommended they also complete…
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part 2
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is recommended they also…
Find out more »March 2020
Clearing the Fog of Certification-Grow Your Local Business
The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. During this workshop you will learn: -Billions of Public Contracting Dollars are within Los Angeles County Agencies for Certified Small Business -Differences between Statewide Small Business Certification, Local Small Business Certification, Public Utility Minority Certification, Corporate Minority Certification, and Federal Government Certification -How to leverage Statewide Small Business Certification to open may other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities REGISTER NOW
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part I
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is…
Find out more »ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification Part II
Join us for this class to get certified. If you are looking to open, operate or manage your own restaurant, you need to understand how to properly handle and receive food safely to run your business. ServSafe Manager food safety training is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and recognized in 30 states. California’s health department requires all food establishments to have a ServSafe certified manager on-site during operating hours. If you have multiple managers running your establishment it is…
Find out more »May 2020
Joint AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training Webinar
Join the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn about resources available to help your business prepare, explore and pursue Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement opportunities. The goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity. Opportunity examples include construction, specialty contractors, manufacturing, digital signage, wholesalers, furniture, architectural services, landscaping and other…
Find out more »August 2020
Winning Government Contracts: Diversify to Survive
Small Businesses are leaving an astounding amount of money on the table – This training is about showing up and taking your share!! The federal government alone spent almost $250B with small businesses in 2018! More money would be set aside for small businesses, if they only show up. The story is the same on the city/state and corporate levels. The LA SBDC is partnering with RightSource Services to offer a 2-part training on how established small businesses can participate…
Find out more »Winning Government Contracts: Diversify to Survive
Small Businesses are leaving an astounding amount of money on the table – This training is about showing up and taking your share!! The federal government alone spent almost $250B with small businesses in 2018! More money would be set aside for small businesses, if they only show up. The story is the same on the city/state and corporate levels. The LA SBDC is partnering with RightSource Services to offer a 2-part training on how established small businesses can participate…
Find out more »September 2020
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 »October 2020
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 »November 2020
Business Permits and Licenses for Restaurants and Food Service Businesses – Restaurant Academy
Not sure of the legal process to start your food service business? We’ve got you covered! We will provide a step-by-step process to register your fictitious business name, apply for a business license, Seller’s Permit, trademarks, and how to quickly and cost effectively obtain your health permit for operation. You will also learn about the required state business and food service trainings. Bring your questions, we’ve got answers. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »February 2021
Winning Government Contracts
In this webinar, we will cover: • Business development • Spend research • Opportunity identification • Proposal production • Project Management REGISTER NOW
Find out more »June 2021
Business Permits and Licenses for Restaurants and Food Service Businesses – Restaurant Academy
Not sure of the legal process to start your food service business? We’ve got you covered! We will provide a step-by-step process to register your fictitious business name, apply for a business license, Seller’s Permit, trademarks, and how to quickly and cost effectively obtain your health permit for operation. You will also learn about the required state business and food service trainings. Bring your questions, we’ve got answers. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »November 2021
Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 1
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 11/17 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 11/24 – SB(Small Business) Certification 12/1 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications 12/8 – LA…
Find out more »Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 2
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 11/17 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 11/24 – SB(Small Business) Certification 12/1 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications…
Find out more »December 2021
Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 3
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 11/17 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 11/24 – SB(Small Business) Certification 12/1 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications…
Find out more »Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 4
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 11/17 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 11/24 – SB(Small Business) Certification 12/1 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications 12/8…
Find out more »February 2022
Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 2
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 2/16 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 2/23 – SB(Small Business) Certification 3/2 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications…
Find out more »March 2022
Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 3
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 2/16 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 2/23 – SB(Small Business) Certification 3/2 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications…
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 many other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar Series: Path to Certification – All Small Business Owners – Part 4
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? Becoming a certified business will open the possibility of attracting Federal, State, Local Municipalities, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles and more. Come and join the four-part series on certifications to explore, as a way to expand your customer base. 2/16 – Introduction to Certifications – State, County, City of LA and Federal 2/23 – SB(Small Business) Certification 3/2 – LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Certifications…
Find out more »Webinar – WBE(Women Business Enterprise)/MBE(Minority Business Enterprise) Certifications
Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for majority woman and/or minority owned business owners to explore who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the Federal, State and Local governments and an overview of the process. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »April 2022
Special Event: SBA Federal Contracting: Doing Business with the Federal Government
Federal Contracting: Doing Business with the Federal Government This webinar will focus on Federal Government Contracting assistance program benefits to help small businesses win federal contracts. SBA’s Certification for Disadvantaged Business, Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program, 8(a) Business Development program, Veteran assistance programs, HUBZone programs, SBA Mentor-Protégé program and Joint Ventures. Participation in these programs helps small businesses: Win a fair share of federal contracts, qualify for exclusive set-aside and sole-source contracts, Partner with established contractors to win contracts…
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