The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
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January 2019
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, and initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session. Please bring a hand held calculator for your convenience. NOTE: Due to the…
Find out more »Access to Capital @ CSC
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 »Webinar – ¿Quiere Comenzar Su Negocio?
Aprenda a comenzar, ejecutar y hacer crecer su negocio. Este taller cubre temas críticos tales como desarrollo de negocios, estudios de mercado, entidades comerciales y mucho más. No pierda ni un minuto más, únase a nosotros para aprender cómo darle vida a su idea emprendedora. Register Now
Find out more »Webinar – ¿Quiere Comenzar Su Negocio?
Aprenda a comenzar, ejecutar y hacer crecer su negocio. Este taller cubre temas críticos tales como desarrollo de negocios, estudios de mercado, entidades comerciales y mucho más. No pierda ni un minuto más, únase a nosotros para aprender cómo darle vida a su idea emprendedora. Register Now
Find out more »February 2019
Starting A Small Business
Have you always wanted to start your own business but didn't know how or where to start? This seminar will get you on the right path to starting a small business. Topics to be discussed include researching your business ideas, outlining your business plan, learning about start-up expenses and financing, legal aspects, and general management issues. You will learn: Life of an entrepreneur Assessing your business idea How to develop a business plan Introduction to business entities Required licenses and…
Find out more »Start Your Business Today
This free workshop will teach you all you need to know to start your business immediately. Know the legal business structures that you may establish (Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation) Learn about the licenses and permits required by government agencies How to do the business name search We will help you complete the forms to register your business The importance of the business planning process This workshop gives you everything you need to be a successful…
Find out more »Steps to Start Your Business
This workshop will teach you all the things you need to start your business. Tools and Steps to have your own business. Start and register your business today. Please bring your laptop or smartphone to be able to access the forms online. - Know the legal structures that exist to choose the best one for you - Learn about licenses and permits - You'll be ready to start the business - We will help you complete the form…
Find out more »Comience Su Negocio Hoy!
TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO • Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) • Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio • Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial • Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar tu negocio • La importancia del proceso de planeacion Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que sea un…
Find out more »Creating An Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you need to write one because you are looking for funding. Successful business planning leads to successful business results. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. In this interactive seminar, you will…
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
Comience su Lonchera (Food Truck) hoy
¿Alguna vez has pensado en comenzar tu propio negocio de lonchera o food truck? En este taller, te mostramos todo lo que necesitas saber para poner en marcha tu negocio. Conozca qué permisos son necesarios, la diferencia entre comprar o alquilar un camión de comida, cuáles serán sus costos iniciales y las herramientas que necesitará para mantener un negocio exitoso de lonchera. Register Now
Find out more »Start Your Business Today
This free workshop will teach you all you need to know to start your business immediately. Know the legal business structures that you may establish (Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation) Learn about the licenses and permits required by government agencies How to do the business name search We will help you complete the forms to register your business The importance of the business planning process This workshop gives you everything you need to be a successful…
Find out more »¿Quiere Comenzar Su Negocio?
Aprenda a comenzar, ejecutar y hacer crecer su negocio. Este taller cubre temas críticos tales como desarrollo de negocios, estudios de mercado, entidades comerciales y mucho más. No pierda ni un minuto más, únase a nosotros para aprender cómo darle vida a su idea emprendedora. Register Now
Find out more »Plan de Negocio Simplificado
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: -Idea de negocio a modelo de negocio. -Introducción a los modelos de negocio. -Pasos…
Find out more »Starting A Small Business
Have you always wanted to start your own business but didn't know how or where to start? This seminar will get you on the right path to starting a small business. Topics to be discussed include researching your business ideas, outlining your business plan, learning about start-up expenses and financing, legal aspects, and general management issues. You will learn: Life of an entrepreneur Assessing your business idea How to develop a business plan Introduction to business entities Required licenses and…
Find out more »Steps to Start Your Business
This workshop will teach you all the things you need to start your business. Tools and Steps to have your own business. Start and register your business today. Please bring your laptop or smartphone to be able to access the forms online. – Know the legal structures that exist to choose the best one for you – Learn about licenses and permits – You’ll be ready to start the business – We will help you complete the form…
Find out more »Hiring Your First Employee
Has your business grown to the point that you need a pair of extra helping hands? Don't miss this exciting workshop where we will provide tips and strategies to help you and your business hire your first employee. This exciting workshop includes numerous tasks business owners need to complete prior to, during, and after hiring their first employee. A great workshop for any business regardless of industry or purpose! Instructor Danielle Jenkins Register Now
Find out more »Comience Su Negocio Hoy!
TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO • Conocerá los tipos de estructuras legales que puede establecer (Individual, sociedad, empresa de responsabilidad limitada, corporacion) • Que licencias y permisos son requeridos segun tu clase de negocio • Como hacer la busqueda del nombre comercial • Te ayudaremos a completar el formulario para registrar tu negocio • La importancia del proceso de planeacion Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que sea un…
Find out more »Creating An Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you need to write one because you are looking for funding. Successful business planning leads to successful business results. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. In this interactive seminar, you will…
Find out more »Webinar – How to Succeed in the Fashion Industry (Part 1)
In the two-part webinar series, Mark Colonomos, Fashion Expert for the SBDC Los Angeles Regional Network and FIDM Hall Of Fame Faculty Member and Instructor, will present the following topics: - Creating A Business From Concept To Implementation - Developing And Designing Product - Marketing And Branding - Sales And Distribution - Structure And Management - Costing And Financing Part 2: 3/28/19 REGISTER NOW
Find out more »New Client Orientation
This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one advising and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation at no cost to all new clients. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Picking the Right E-Commerce Platform for Your Business
Need help deciding where you should do your business online? Come tune into this webinar to get an overview of hosted vs self-hosted platforms and learn about writing site requirements necessary to get your e-commerce business going. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Succeed in the Fashion Industry (Part 2)
In the two-part webinar series, Mark Colonomos, Fashion Expert for the SBDC Los Angeles Regional Network and FIDM Hall Of Fame Faculty Member and Instructor, will present the following topics: – Creating A Business From Concept To Implementation – Developing And Designing Product – Marketing And Branding – Sales And Distribution – Structure And Management – Costing And Financing Part 1: 3/21/19 REGISTER NOW
Find out more »April 2019
Como comenzar tu Negocio
TALLER GRATIS PARA APRENDER LO QUE SE NECESITA PARA TENER SU PROPIO NEGOCIO Herramientas y Pasos para tener su propio negocio. Este taller le da todo lo que necesita para que sea un exitoso empresario. Register Now
Find out more »Start your Food Truck Business today
Have you ever thought about starting your own food truck business? In this workshop, we’ll dive into everything you need to know to get your business rolling! -Learn what permits are needed -Whether buying or renting a food truck is the best option for you -What your startup costs will be -The tools you’ll need to sustain a successful food truck business. Register Now
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