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  • Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

    Webinar – COC

    Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some […]

    Free

  • Accounting, Financial Management and Tax Overview

    Webinar – Long Beach CA

    How to handle accounting and financial record-keeping is one of the most difficult decisions company owners make. They ask questions such as: “Should we use Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop or some other program?” “What records do we need to keep for tax reporting?” “Should we hire someone to do our bookkeeping?” “What is the difference […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Learn CFO Skills: Financial Modeling Part 1

    Webinar – Long Beach CA

    A simple financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use financial models to determine if/when a company will be profitable, what is the correct selling price, how many “widgets” need to be sold to be cover costs and how much money is available to pay […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Finding Funding

    Webinar – COC

    Explore a variety of funding types for your business including disaster assistance related.  Capital is critical for all businesses.  The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore, along with the current climate. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

    Webinar – COC

        LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

    Webinar – COC

     small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Learn CFO Skills: Financial Modeling Part 2

    Webinar – Long Beach CA

    Business owners 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 […]

    Free

  • Small Business Math: The Metrics Every Owner Must Know

    Webinar – PCC

    Running a business means making decisions with numbers — but you don’t need to be a CPA to do it well. This session breaks down the essential math every small business owner should understand, including pricing, margins, break-even points, and simple forecasting. You’ll learn how to use basic math to avoid cash surprises and make […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

    Webinar – COC

      Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like […]

    Free

  • Accounting, Financial Management and Tax Overview

    Webinar

    How to handle accounting and financial record-keeping is one of the most difficult decisions company owners make. They ask questions such as: “Should we use Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop or some other program?” “What records do we need to keep for tax reporting?” “Should we hire someone to do our bookkeeping?” “What is the difference […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

    Webinar – COC

    LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Learn CFO Skills: Financial Modeling Part 1

    Webinar

    A simple financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use financial models to determine if/when a company will be profitable, what is the correct selling price, how many “widgets” need to be sold to be cover costs and how much money is available to pay […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Pricing Psychology: Science-Backed Strategies to Maximize Profit

    Webinar – COC

        Your price isn’t just a number. It’s a message. In this session, you’ll learn the psychological principles behind how customers perceive price and how to use them to your advantage. We’ll cover proven tactics like anchoring, charm pricing, decoy options, and strategic bundling that can increase conversions without cutting into your margins. You’ll […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Contabilidad básica con QuickBooks Online

    Webinar – COC

    Esta sesión introductoria, de ritmo ágil y con una duración de 1,5 horas, está diseñada específicamente para personas sin experiencia en finanzas que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control, configurar cuentas básicas, revisar el plan de cuentas, crear facturas, registrar […]

    Free

  • Learn CFO Skills: Financial Modeling Part 2

    Webinar

    Business owners 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 […]

    Free

  • Webinar – 101 Accounting using QuickBooks Online

    Webinar – COC

    This introductory session is face-paced and last 1.5 hours, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online.  Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard, set up basic accounts, review the chart of acounts, create invoices, track expenses, and incorporate bank transactions.  The session also covers understanding key reports.  […]

    Free

  • Webinar – Ecommerce 101: How to Launch and Grow an Online Store in 2026

    Webinar – COC

    Thinking about selling online? There’s never been a better time — but knowing where to start makes all the difference. This session walks you through the entire journey of building an ecommerce business from the ground up: finding the right product, validating your market, choosing your platform, setting up your store, and driving your first […]

    Free

  • Funding Your Growth: For Existing and Start-Up Small Businesses

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

    Are you at a point where you need funding for the continued growth of your business? Are you unsure how to find the right sources of funding? Do you know the exact amount of cash-flow needed to grow your business? Join SBDC advisors Shaila Patankar and Max Ordonez for a workshop that identifies some key […]

    free

  • Webinar – Affiliate Marketing for Ecommerce: Build a Sales Army That Works on Commission

    Webinar – COC

    What if you could have dozens of people promoting your products around the clock—and only pay them when they make a sale? In this session, you’ll learn how to launch and manage an affiliate program that turns bloggers, content creators, and even your own customers into a performance-based sales team. We’ll cover how to set […]

    Free

  • Accounting, Financial Management and Tax Overview

    Webinar

    How to handle accounting and financial record-keeping is one of the most difficult decisions company owners make. They ask questions such as: “Should we use Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop or some other program?” “What records do we need to keep for tax reporting?” “Should we hire someone to do our bookkeeping?” “What is the difference […]

    free

  • Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

    Free

  • Business Metrics: How Do I Know If I’m Doing Well?

    Webinar – PCC

    Sales alone don’t tell the whole story. This session helps business owners identify the key metrics that truly measure performance, from gross margin and customer acquisition costs to overhead and profitability trends. You’ll learn which numbers matter most for your type of business and how to use them as early warning signals — not just […]

    Free

  • Learn CFO Skills: Financial Modeling Part 1

    Webinar

    A simple financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use financial models to determine if/when a company will be profitable, what is the correct selling price, how many “widgets” need to be sold to be cover costs and how much money is available to pay […]

    Free