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October 2018
Business Loans 101
This class will teach what you need to know to apply for a business loan. Topics include: 1) What documents and paperwork you will need to use for the application process from major banks 2) Which banks are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify 3) Why a business may need financing 4) Sources of credit and what you should know about credit Register Now Instructor Larry Johnson
Find out more »Préstamo para tu negocio – Requisitos y pasos claves
En este taller aprenderás lo que necesitas para pedir préstamos a entidades financieras. Como lograr un buen plan de negocios Que necesitas poner en tus proyecciones financieras Y mucho mas Register Now
Find out more »Webinar: Préstamo para tu negocio – Requisitos y pasos claves
En este taller aprenderás lo que necesitas para pedir préstamos a entidades financieras. Como lograr un buen plan de negocios Que necesitas poner en tus proyecciones financieras Y mucho mas Register Now
Find out more »Access to Capital (Center for Sustainable Communities)
Don't miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. Register Now
Find out more »November 2018
Take Control of Your Business – The Power of Financials
Learn how to take control of your business through the power of financials. Financials can be used to empower you and positively impact your business. Examples will be shared where warning signs were glaring in the financials, but business owners could not spot the warning signs. You will have the knowledge and tools to apply in your business. Financial statements convey a story about a business. You will learn how to interpret and understand the financials, define Metrics and set-up…
Find out more »Préstamo para tu negocio – Requisitos y pasos claves
En este taller aprenderás lo que necesitas para pedir préstamos a entidades financieras. Como lograr un buen plan de negocios Que necesitas poner en tus proyecciones financieras Y mucho mas Register Now
Find out more »HOW TO WRITE A BANK READY BUSINESS PLAN Webinar
In this FREE webinar, you will learn how to create a business plan that can assist you in securing funding for your business and help you organize your business for success.Instructions: Information to join the webinar will be emailed to attendees upon registration. Register Now
Find out more »Finding Funding
The session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders, crowd funding, merchant services, suppliers, investors, etc. Instructions: Location: Santa Clarita Business Incubator (SCBI) 22704 9th Street Santa Clarita, CA 91321 Register Now
Find out more »December 2018
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, and 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 »Marketing 101
Point of Contact: Martha Cisneros (310) 225-8277 Center: ECC SBDC Location: El Camino College Business Training Center/SBDC 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne CA 90250-5806 Training Topics: Marketing/Sales Description: Understanding the basics of marketing is vital to the success of your business. This workshop provides an overview of the principles of marketing and how to develop a marketing plan aimed at the needs and desires of your target market. Instructor: Charlie Lowe Instructions: PLEASE NOTE: We are not located on the El Camino College campus.…
Find out more »January 2019
QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium size businesses including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting - balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now
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, and 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 »Access to Capital
Don't miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. Register Now
Find out more »QuickBooks @ CSC
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium size businesses including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting - balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now
Find out more »Access to Capital
The SBDC East LA Initiative invites you to attend this free workshop about Access to Capital. Do you need capital to Grow and build a strong business? Do you have the document and knowledge to apply for a loan? We help you understand the importance of credit, financial statements, bank accounts, etc in order to get a loan with a financial institution. Learn about small business resources and contracting opportunities. workshops networking resource tables contracting opportunities Register Now
Find out more »Plan de Negocio Simplificado
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning Description: Description: 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: o Idea de negocio a modelo…
Find out more »February 2019
QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now
Find out more »Earn Bigger Contracts
Learn how to find contracts that you have a strong chance of winning. Following the instructions in the GUIDED Sub-Contracting Plan book, you will build your confidence to pitch your company’s value and know how to navigate procurement opportunities. 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: 1. Determining the feasibility of your business 2. The importance of business planning 3. Understanding financial and licensing requirements, and more. Instructor Charlie Lowe Register Now
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 - What you will need to qualify - Why a business may need financing, sources of credit - What you should know about credit Instructor Larry Johnson Register Now
Find out more »QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium-size businesses with basics including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting – balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now
Find out more »GUIDED Business Plan @ CSC
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 »Access to Capital
Don’t miss this informative and educational training workshop presented Pacific Coast Regional SBDC Training will introduce and inform you of the best methods to finance, start or expand your business. Register Now
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…
Find out more »March 2019
SBDC EDD/IRS Training – Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax
You will learn: -California payroll reporting requirements: forms, employer obligations, reporting, and payment requirements. -Independent contractor reporting requirements. -Electronic filing and payment requirements and options. -Federal payroll reporting requirements, including Forms 940, 941, 1099, W-2, W-4, W-9, and alternative filing. To make reservations, visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ or call 866-873-6083. Register Now
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