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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  • Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Protecting Inventions, Ideas, & Trade Secrets

    Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as […]

    Free
  • The Secrets To Successfully Leasing Space: Stuff The Landlord Hopes You Don’t Know

    Paramount Chamber of Commerce 15357 Paramount Blvd. , Paramount , CA, United States

    When you want to lease a space for your business, you inevitably negotiate with a landlord who is a professional at business leases and contracts. A mistake in selecting your location or negotiating your lease can produce catastrophic consequences. You may be “on the hook” for large additional expenses or obligations that you didn’t anticipate […]

    Free
  • Get It In Writing: Contract Basics

    OfficeSlice 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

    This class includes an in-class negotiation and drafting activity. A laptop or tablet is strongly recommended. This class will provide information on contracts every small business should know, including: the basic elements of contracts; how contracts are created (and breached); drafting considerations; "boilerplate" clauses and what they mean, typical contracts most small businesses will encounter […]

    Free
  • Joint AVTA & SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training

    Antelope Valley Transit Authority 42210 6th Street W., Lancaster, CA

    Come and 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 […]

    Free
  • Legal Issues Facing Small & Middle Market Businesses – Torrance

    El Camino College - Alondra Room 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA, United States

    If you are like many business owners, you have worked hard, sacrificed, and built a meaningful business. Maybe you or your staff have also wrestled with business legal issues and tried to solve them on your own. Join us for this free legal workshop designed to simply explain key issues relevant to growing businesses. Kinecta Credit […]

    Free
  • Joint AVTA & SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training

    Antelope Valley Transit Authority 42210 6th Street W., Lancaster, CA

    Come and 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 […]

    Free
  • Earn Bigger Contracts

    3255 Wilshire Blvd Suite 1501 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    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. PCR SBDC offers no-cost one-on-one counseling to complete certification and to submit proposals.   Register Now […]

    $30
  • Employment Laws and Workplace Trends for 2019 Webinar

    Webinar

    Sponsored by the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program As a business owner, you need to know the latest developments in state and federal employment law and how recent court decisions affect employers now and in the future.     Topics Covered Include: -Recruiting in 2019; What is Ghosting? -Retaining Top Talent; Why Culture Matters -Workplace Civility […]

    Free
  • Business Loans 101

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 and what you will need to qualify -Why a business may need financing -Sources of credit […]

    Free
  • Earn Bigger Contracts

    Pacific Coast Regional - SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    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

    $30
  • Business Loans 101

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 and what you will need to qualify -Why a business may need financing -Sources of credit […]

    Free
  • SBDC EDD/IRS Training – State Labor Law and Payroll Tax

    College of the Canyons 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA

    You will receive information from Employment Development Department (EDD) and Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) on: • Record keeping, reporting requirements, employer obligations, and payment requirements. • Common wage and hour law application. • Employer and employee rights and responsibilities. • How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor.   To make […]

    Free
  • Legal Structure

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: – Permit processes – Reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business – Business licensing requirements – A brief discussion on the implications of legal structures This […]

    $10
  • Business Loans 101

    El Camino College Business Training Center 13430 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA, United States

    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 and what you will need to qualify -Why a business may need financing -Sources of credit […]

    Free
  • Earn BIGGER Contracts

    Center for Sustainable Communities 1051 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA, United States

    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

    $30
  • Earn BIGGER Contracts

    Pacific Coast Regional - SBDC 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1501, Los Angeles, CA

    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

    $30
  • SBDC EDD/IRS Training – State Labor Law and Payroll Tax

    College of the Canyons 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA

    You will receive information from Employment Development Department (EDD) and Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) on: •Record keeping, reporting requirements, employer obligations, and payment requirements. •Common wage and hour law application. •Employer and employee rights and responsibilities. •How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor.   To make reservations, visit the EDD […]

    Free
  • SBDC EDD/IRS Training – Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax

    College of the Canyons 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA

    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

    Free
  • Comience su Negocio Hoy

    Puente Learning Center 501 S Boyle Ave, Los Angeles, United States

    En Español TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO Herramientas y Pasos para tener su propio negocio. Aprenda cuáles son las estructuras legales que existen Conozca un poco sobre licencias y permisos Estará list@ para comenzar su negocio   Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que […]

    Free
  • Form Your LLC (Learn to DIY)

    Want to form an LLC? Don't know where to start? Form your LLC yourself with us! Liam Moriarty is a LA SBDC advisor who is an entrepreneur and lawyer. He provides SBDC clients with legal information to help their businesses. Step-by-Step LLC Formation We'll walk through how to form an CA LLC as well as […]

    Free
  • Contracts 101: Draft Your First Contract

    Contracts are necessary to protect and grow any business. But contracts are not easy to draft and hiring a lawyer can be expensive. Gina Pak is a LA SBDC advisor who is an entrepreneur and lawyer. She provides SBDC clients with legal information to help their businesses. During this workshop, we will: -Cover the basics […]

    Free
  • Contracts 101: Draft Your First Contract

    Webinar

    As a business owner, you understand that contracts are necessary to protect and grow your business, but you may not realize there are circumstances in which you can draft a contract yourself – without the expense of a lawyer. LA SBDC advisor Gina Pak is both an entrepreneur and a lawyer who provides SBDC clients […]

    Free
  • Form Your LLC: A DIY workshop

    Webinar

    Are you a small business owner looking to form an LLC? Are you unclear on the benefits, and not sure where to start? Don't miss this special virtual class, Form Your LLC - a DIY Workshop, taught by LA SBDC Advisor, entrepreneur, and lawyer Liam Moriarty. He'll walk you through, step by step: *Why you […]

    Free
  • Business Start Workshop: Business Law 101

    Are you starting a new business and wondering what kind of legal stuff you need to know? In this introductory workshop, we will talk about the legal side of your new business and what you should be aware of in order protect and grow your business. We will provide an overview of: - Common legal […]

    Free
  • Form Your LLC – a DIY workshop

    Are you a small business owner looking to form an LLC? Are you unclear on the benefits, and not sure where to start? Don't miss this special virtual class, Form Your LLC - a DIY Workshop, taught by LA SBDC Advisor, entrepreneur, and lawyer Liam Moriarty. He'll walk you through, step by step: - Why […]

    Free