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SUMMARY:WhatsApp para Negocios
DESCRIPTION:Estrategias clave para Conectar y Vender\n\n\nEl Centro SBDC presenta WhatsApp para Negocios  \nAtrae y fideliza clientes fácilmente usando las funciones más recientes de WhatsApp para tu negocio\, sin complicaciones técnicas. \n \nAhorra tiempo diario automatizando tu atención y organizando tus chats para cerrar ventas de forma más rápida y directa. \n \nHaz que tu negocio destaque en el celular con herramientas sencillas y prácticas diseñadas para vender más desde hoy. \nTe esperamos!
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/whatsapp-para-negocios/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T113000
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SUMMARY:Pay Yourself the Right Way—Avoid Costly Tax Mistakes and Keep More of What You Earn
DESCRIPTION:Stay on track with self-employment taxes—estimate\, pay\, and thrive confidently. \nDescription: Stay compliant and maximize your benefits by understanding self-employment taxes\, making quarterly estimated payments\, managing sales and excise taxes\, and meeting all filing and withholding requirements—whether you have employees or not! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/pay-yourself-the-right-way-avoid-costly-tax-mistakes-and-keep-more-of-what-you-earn-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCR
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T171931Z
UID:387775-1792497600-1792501200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – How to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nLearn to start\, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development\, market research\, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute\, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-how-to-start-your-business-25/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T150000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
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UID:387905-1792501200-1792681200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR E-Commerce Series: How to Sell Online
DESCRIPTION:How to Sell Online – Part 1  10/20/2026 \nSelling things online in many ways mirrors selling in person. Learning the basics of eCommerce can help you make right decisions while setting up your own online store. \nIn the first webinar of the series\, we will discuss the options faced by new store owners and how to choose the right fit for your business goals. We will look at the initial steps needed to launch a store and put yourself in position to immediately start making sales. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe difference between selling products & services\nThe components of an online store\nHow to choose a selling platform\nThe best tools for online stores\n\n  \nHow to Sell Online – Part 2   10/22/2026 \nLearn the tools and strategies utilized by successful online store owners and how to apply them. \nIn the second webinar of the series\, we will discuss the techniques for growing an online store post-launch\, including how to drive up traffic and improve conversions. We will also look at ways that you can improve your user experience not necessarily directly related to the store itself. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow to promote using social media\nHow to track sales and conversions\nSEO for eCommerce\nOffline marketing tools for online stores\n\n  \nInstructor: Omari Valentine (SBDC Advisor) and experienced digital project manager and business owner in the fields of marketing and web solutions. He specializes in web design\, development and SEO for small businesses. He offers businesses knowledge of the digital landscape and helps them understand the options available to build and maintain a healthy web presence. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-e-commerce-series-how-to-sell-online-12/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T173000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
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UID:387906-1792512000-1792690200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Legal Corner: GETTING PAID — Legalities and Strategies to Get Your Money
DESCRIPTION:You do all the work and deliver as promised\, but still\, is it a guarantee you’re going to get paid? Short answer: NO. It’s not enough.\n\nLearn how to increase your chances of getting paid for the work you do. We’ll cover the blind sides that gets your money tied up for months\, and it’s legal for it to happen. Also\, how to prepare for tough times the best you can.Tips for your contracts that can put you ahead in line to get paid.\n\nWe will talk about:\n\nElectronic payment systems\nCredit cards & Debit cards\nInterest and Late fees\nScopes of Work and Progress Payments\nUsing UCC forms &  Collateral\nScams\, Check Issues\, etc.\nVetting your customers\nThe importance of your cash flow and theirs\n\n\n\nInstructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor) and Attorney who loves helping new and small businesses\, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs\, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs\, and Pro Bono service to people wanting to build their futures. Ben has a reputation for advice that gives business owners confidence and independence. Using plain language\, a sense of humor and giving low or no cost DIY solutions for your business.  \nAwarded by a California State agency for his advocating for women business owners. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-legal-corner-getting-paid-legalities-and-strategies-to-get-your-money/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T194500
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UID:387907-1792520100-1792525500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business\, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus\, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. \nAttendance is required for existing\, pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered three to four times per month. \nPlease check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for additional dates. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor) has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-180/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260826T171929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T042419Z
UID:387774-1792576800-1792582200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-1-16/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260904T190335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190335Z
UID:387908-1792576800-1792582200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR HR Basics and Preparing your Business for Employees
DESCRIPTION:This critical HR training will guide you through the basics of what HR is and how to prepare your business for employees before you hire them. Learning these steps will help protect your business from unintended risks and provide you valuable California based HR knowledge and best practices. \nInstructor: Sara Nicholson (SBDC Advisor) brings over 25 years of HR experience\, helping small business owners find solutions to their human resources needs.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-hr-basics-and-preparing-your-business-for-employees-5/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260825T172009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T172009Z
UID:387747-1792578600-1792582200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – 7 STEPS TO MAINTAINING YOUR WordPress Web Site
DESCRIPTION:Is your website running at peak performance\, or is it slowing you down? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for an exclusive breakdown of the 7 essential steps to manage your WordPress site like a pro. From security patches to speed optimization\, Darren shows you how to ethically maintain a site that search engines love. \nJoin Darren for this very informative and fun\, free webinar! \nInstructor: Darren Elliott \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-7-steps-to-maintaining-your-wordpress-web-site/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260723T164718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T164718Z
UID:387340-1792584000-1792587600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Sales Strategy Tips for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to learn Sales Strategies Tips for Your Business as you explore the following: \n\n\n\nSkill Set vs. Style\nPricing\nCompetitive Advantage\nValue Proposition\n\n\n\nInstructor: Anngel Benoun \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-sales-strategy-tips-for-your-business-16/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260825T172011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T172011Z
UID:387748-1792584000-1792587600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Common WordPress Theme Issues You Can Fix!
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with a stubborn WordPress layout or a plug-in that won’t behave? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for an exclusive\, interactive session dedicated to helping those new to the WordPress platform\, conquer the most common WordPress theme hurdles. Whether you’re stuck on installation or troubleshooting a glitch\, Darren provides the ethical roadmap to a stable site. \nClaim your spot to this free webinar and start driving real results! \nInstructor: Darren Elliott \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-common-wordpress-theme-issues-you-can-fix/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260826T171936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T171936Z
UID:387776-1792584000-1792587600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar  – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
DESCRIPTION:Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and doing what you want to do in life. From selecting a business and getting it registered to how to balance your home life with our work life\, this introduction will help you move forward towards entrepreneurship! \nInstructor: Helene Liatsos \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-explore-starting-your-home-based-business-43/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260928T121711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T121711Z
UID:388186-1792584000-1792587600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Negocios de Comida Permitidos en Los Ángeles
DESCRIPTION:Permisos\, estructura y decisiones inteligentes antes de invertir\n\n\nIniciar un negocio de comida en Los Ángeles requiere algo más que una buena receta. Requiere claridad regulatoria\, decisiones estratégicas y una estructura que te permita operar sin riesgos ni sanciones. Este taller está diseñado para emprendedores que quieren entender qué sí está permitido\, qué no y cuál es el camino más eficiente según su modelo de negocio. \n \nYa sea que actualmente vendas comida de manera informal o estés evaluando qué tipo de negocio gastronómico se ajusta mejor a tu idea y presupuesto\, aquí obtendrás una visión clara del ecosistema regulatorio del condado de Los Ángeles. El objetivo es que tomes decisiones informadas antes de invertir tiempo y capital. \n \nAnalizaremos los distintos formatos de negocios de comida y los requisitos clave para cada uno\, para que puedas elegir la opción correcta desde el inicio y construir un negocio con proyección de crecimiento. \n \nLo que vas a aprender \n \nRequisitos básicos para operar legalmente un negocio de comida en el condado de Los Ángeles \n \nDiferencias entre negocios desde casa\, carritos\, cocinas comerciales y restaurantes \n \nQué permisos y registros aplican según tu tipo de operación \n \nCómo pasar de una venta informal a un negocio autorizado \n \nQué modelo de negocio puede funcionar mejor según tu idea\, recursos y objetivos \n \nErrores comunes que pueden retrasar o bloquear tu operación
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/negocios-de-comida-permitidos-en-los-angeles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T150000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260919T111733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T111733Z
UID:388089-1792587600-1792594800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Developing An Actionable Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:You can’t get there if you don’t know what or where “there” is. This class is intended to assist both startups and expanding or scaling businesses in developing an actionable and measurable plan for the next steps in growing a profitable business. \nIn this class we will actively work on:   \n–Defining your business model\n–Identifying your place in the market\n–Identifying your customers and revenue channels\n–Identifying expansion opportunities\n–Costing and pricing\n–Revenue and expense projections\n–Funding strategies \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/developing-an-actionable-business-plan-49/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T183000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260904T190337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190337Z
UID:387909-1792602000-1792607400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Sales Taxes for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide answers to your questions about sales taxes. Do you need to charge sales tax\, how much should you be charging your customers\, how do you apply for a sellers permit\, what is a marketplace facilitator\, when and how should you pay the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration your sales tax that is owing\, how do you complete a sales tax return?… and more \nDuring the webinar\, the presenter will show attendees how to prepare a sales tax return for their business. \n  \nInstructor: Maureen Thielen (SBDC Advisor) provides bookkeeping\, accounting and tax consulting services to new and existing businesses. After working for more than 15 years at regional CPA firms\, she now trains clients on QBO\, QB Desktop\, payroll and other financial software.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-sales-taxes-for-your-small-business-6/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T090000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260905T174822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174822Z
UID:387926-1792656000-1792659600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models.\nFrom Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. \nThis webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream\,\nand show steps to each with easily explained phases. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012\,\nwith over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry. \nThis webinar is for anyone who is interested in bringing a food product to market and getting into the Food Industry. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-fundamentals-of-food-businesses-18/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T100000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260919T111738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T111738Z
UID:388090-1792659600-1792663200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Live Q&A: All About Marketing Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join the Long Beach SBDC for our Live Marketing Q&A addressing questions on how to effectively market and grow your business. SBDC advisor and Business Growth Strategist David Mitroff Ph.D. and Brad Pollak\, Director of the Long Beach SBDC\, will interact live with the audience via Zoom and answer questions covering a broad range of marketing topics including cutting-edge marketing ideas\, business development strategies\, how to leverage online platforms to grow your brand\, mind-set\, and professional growth\, ways to develop strategic partnerships\, event marketing\, business operations\, recruiting\, franchising\, the meaning of life and more. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/live-qa-all-about-marketing-your-small-business-30/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20261013T183549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T183549Z
UID:388364-1792663200-1792666800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Build It Once\, Run It Every Week: Ecommerce Workflows With ChatGPT\, Claude\, & Shopify Flow
DESCRIPTION:If you type the same AI requests every week\, you’re saving minutes when you could be saving hours. Learn how to turn repeated tasks into workflows that run the same way every time. You’ll see which tasks belong in Shopify Flow\, which belong in a ChatGPT or Claude project\, and which should stay with you. Watch a messy week turn into a running workflow live\, including a Flow automation built from one plain-English sentence. \nLeave with five starter workflows and a 30-day plan. \nInstructor: Ramin Ramhomozi \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-build-it-once-run-it-every-week-ecommerce-workflows-with-chatgpt-claude-shopify-flow/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning,Website
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260806T100215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100215Z
UID:387522-1792663200-1792668600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Proper Bookkeeping and Compliance Opens Doors to Funding and Growth
DESCRIPTION:“Get Organized\, Stay Compliant: The Essential Guide to Recordkeeping and Compliance for Small Business Owners!” \n“Get the know-how to stay compliant and stress-free—learn how to organize your books\, meet compliance guidelines\, and use digital systems that simplify bookkeeping. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/proper-bookkeeping-and-compliance-opens-doors-to-funding-and-growth-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCR
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260919T111739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T111739Z
UID:388091-1792668600-1792674000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Funding Your Growth: For Existing and Start-up Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin SBDC advisors Shaila Patankar and Max Ordonez for a workshop that identifies some key questions to ask when considering funding the growth of your business. \nTopics include:  \n–How well do you know your business? \n–How to forecast your growth \n–How to fund your growth \n–What lenders are looking for \n–Preparing your loan package \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/funding-your-growth-for-existing-and-start-up-small-businesses-8/
LOCATION:North Long Beach Higher Education Center\, 635 E. South Street\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Loans & Capital
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T153000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260919T111741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T111741Z
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Vision and Mission When Marketing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:If you are a business owner and someone asks you\, “What do you do?” you need to answer with an easy-to-follow story that gets to the heart of the matter\, explaining what you do\, why you do it\, and how people benefit from using your products or services. This workshop examines how to build your story\, focusing on two key components: your Vision and your Mission. \nYou will learn: \n–Why Vision and Mission are critical to any business of any size \n–How to define your Vision \n–How to define your Mission \n–How to define what makes you unique \n–How all of this ties in to your building a powerful story for your marketing campaigns \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/the-importance-of-vision-and-mission-when-marketing-your-business-6/
LOCATION:North Long Beach Higher Education Center\, 635 E. South Street\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T210000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260826T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T171938Z
UID:387777-1792697400-1792702800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 WAVE Accounting
DESCRIPTION:101 Accounting using WAVE \nThis webinar is intended for participants who do not have a financial background but are seeking a clear and practical introduction to WAVE and essential accounting concepts. Building on our introductory session\, we will guide you through navigating and configuring the platform. We will explain the main menu options and use simple\, real-world examples to demonstrate everyday business activities such as invoicing\, purchasing\, importing data\, and reconciling bank transactions. Throughout the session\, we will focus on building trust\, simplifying concepts\, and helping you feel confident and comfortable. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-101-wave-accounting/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260904T190338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190338Z
UID:387910-1793093400-1793098800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business\, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus\, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. \nAttendance is required for existing\, pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offered three to four times per month. \nPlease check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for additional dates. \nInstructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor) has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-181/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260826T172004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T172004Z
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SUMMARY:ebinar – Finding Funding
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere are many types of capital including owner investment\, profit reinvestment\, loans from a bank\, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks)\, equipment financing\, tax credits\, supplier credit\, credit lines\, equity lines\, Angel Investors\, Venture Capital Investors\, money invested by family & friends\, Crowd Funding\, etc. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/ebinar-finding-funding/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260927T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T181716Z
UID:388171-1793102400-1793106000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Brand Ready: Prep for the Holiday Season
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is one of the biggest opportunities of the year to grow your business—but making the most of it requires more than simply adding a holiday promotion. \nIn this hands-on strategy workshop\, we’ll look at how to prepare your business\, brand\, and marketing efforts for the busiest shopping season of the year. \nAttendees will learn how to: \n\nAudit your current brand presence — identify what’s working\, what may be getting in the way\, and where you have opportunities to stand out.\nOptimize your calls to action and customer journey — create clear\, compelling reasons for customers to take the next step.\nMaximize what you already have — explore creative ways to repurpose and get more mileage out of your existing content\, creative\, and marketing assets.\nStrategically test something new — identify opportunities to experiment with new ideas\, messaging\, or approaches that could support your holiday goals.\n\nTogether\, we’ll turn these insights into a practical holiday strategy tailored to your business\, so you leave with clarity on what to prioritize\, what to test\, and how to put your efforts toward driving holiday revenue. \nPresented by: Business Advisor\, Asia David \n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before and the day of the webinar.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/brand-ready-prep-for-the-holiday-season/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCC
CATEGORIES:Branding & Messaging
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T143000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260904T190339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190339Z
UID:387911-1793106000-1793111400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Biz Basics: Lean Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:Lean business planning is not what you think. Not a big formal plan. Not just for startups. Quick and practical tool for managing through a crisis. \nIt’s as quick and easy as a few simple bullet point lists and tables to set down milestones and metrics. Plus powerful tools to manage sales\, spending\, and cash flow. Make a quick dashboard for getting through a crisis. \nJoin this webinar as Tim Berry\, founder of bplans.com and Palo Alto Software\, shares the simplicity and ease of lean business planning\, including: \n\nA simple\, powerful approach to steering for any business—existing\, startup or in the planning stage.\nEasy ways to stay focused\, grow faster and adjust quickly to change.\nHow and why to review and revise regularly to simplify and watch the important milestones.\nWhen to stick to the plan\, when to change it\, and how to tell the difference.\nWhat business owners need to know about forecasting sales\, expenses\, and cash flow\, and how to manage ongoing results.\nSetting priorities for long term and managing steps in the short term.\nQuick scenarios to consider options during the crisis\nThe presentation will be followed by Q & A to allow time for participation and discussion.\n\nPresented By: Tim Berry (Entrepreneur and Founder of Palo Alto Software). \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-biz-basics-lean-business-planning-48/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260826T171939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T042426Z
UID:387778-1793181600-1793187000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #2
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-2-15/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260828T164731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T164731Z
UID:387827-1793181600-1793187000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Google Flow for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Create Professional AI Videos & Visual Content Without a Production Team\nImagine being able to turn a simple business idea\, product photo\, or marketing message into eye-catching visual content without hiring a videographer\, production crew\, or professional editor. In this beginner-friendly 90-minute webinar\, small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, consultants\, and side-hustlers will discover how to use Google Flow\, Google’s AI creative studio\, to transform ideas into professional-looking images\, video clips\, scenes\, and marketing assets. \nThis practical session focuses on business results—not filmmaking jargon. Participants will learn the fundamentals of prompting Flow\, creating images and video\, using reference assets to improve consistency\, and turning short AI-generated clips into content for social media\, advertising\, customer education\, presentations\, and brand storytelling. We’ll also explore how AI can help small businesses produce more creative variations faster so they can spend less time staring at a blank screen and more time testing ideas that attract customers. \nParticipants Will Walk Away With\n\nA simple Google Flow creation formula for turning a business objective into a prompt and then into an image\, video clip\, ad concept\, product visual\, or social media asset.\nThree immediately usable business content ideas and prompts they can customize for social media marketing\, brand storytelling\, product/service promotion\, or customer education.\nA practical 30-day AI content strategy for using Flow to create and repurpose visual content while reducing production time and cost.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis webinar is designed for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, consultants\, coaches\, service professionals\, content creators\, nonprofit leaders\, and professionals building a side hustle. No video-production or advanced AI experience is required. \nAbout the Facilitator\nDeborah Deras is an AI Trainer\, two-time author\, international speaker\, doctoral scholar\, and entrepreneur with more than three decades of business experience. As an AI Educator\, marketing consultant\, and public speaking consultant\, Deborah helps organizations and entrepreneurs understand how to put artificial intelligence to work in practical\, revenue-focused ways. Her training focuses on helping professionals use AI to increase efficiency\, improve marketing\, strengthen communication\, save time\, and ultimately to increase revenue. Deborah makes emerging technology approachable by translating complex AI tools into practical strategies business owners can begin using immediately. \n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before and morning of the the webinar.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/google-flow-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCC
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Marketing Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260928T121711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T121711Z
UID:388187-1793188800-1793192400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:CHATGPT PARA NEGOCIOS: Shortcuts\, Herramientas y Trucos
DESCRIPTION:Aprende a usar comandos\, archivos\, proyectos\, imágenes e investigación para convertir ChatGPT en una herramienta de trabajo para tu negocio.\n\n\n¿Usas ChatGPT pero sientes que todavía no aprovechas todo lo que puede hacer?																						 \n \nEn este taller práctico aprenderás a utilizar ChatGPT de manera más estratégica para ahorrar tiempo y facilitar tareas cotidianas de tu negocio. Descubrirás cómo usar shortcuts y comandos\, crear mejores instrucciones\, analizar documentos y archivos\, trabajar con imágenes\, investigar información actual y organizar el contexto de tu negocio para obtener respuestas más útiles.																						 \n \nAdemás\, aprenderás a crear tus propios comandos para tareas frecuentes como redactar emails\, responder clientes\, crear contenido\, generar ideas\, analizar información y preparar promociones.																						 \n \nNo necesitas experiencia avanzada con inteligencia artificial. La sesión se enfocará en ejemplos prácticos que puedas comenzar a aplicar inmediatamente en tu negocio.
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/chatgpt-para-negocios-shortcuts-herramientas-y-trucos/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T032037
CREATED:20260904T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190344Z
UID:387912-1793192400-1793196000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Drip Marketing Campaigns-Automate & Maximize Your Lists!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to market smarter by targeting customers using drip marketing campaigns to maximize your impact and identify your next best customer. Learn how to automate your follow-up and bring more customers to your website\, shopping cart or donation page. Get my 10 Tips to segment your marketing lists\, use landing pages and customize content for easy marketing automation. We’ll target your emails and landing pages\, tag key list properties and provide social media tools and post automated flows along with AI content tools to deliver better results. I’ll share how to automate your follow-up and provide incentives for action— while boosting engagement with multi-channel automation. Realize your marketing goals by automating your segmented follow-up to save you time and increase your effectiveness. \n\nThis Webinar Will Teach You How To: \n• Set up and use Drip Marketing Campaigns to grow your business faster. \n• Automate your marketing & save hours in follow-up each month. \n• Analyze and improve your digital marketing. \n• Learn how to identify which of your list contacts are ready to take action now. \n• Use autoresponders and custom landing pages to get sales\, referrals & social media shares. \n• Design action-oriented marketing that triggers the right follow-up automatically. \n• Use automated multi-channel tools to expand your reach to increase and engage your leads. \n• Use your Contact Relationship Management tool to better target your contacts with social selling. \n• Find and create or use AI for valuable content that will keep your audience engaged & following you. \n• Save time using automated digital messages & autoresponder campaigns. \nInstructor: Liz Harsch \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-drip-marketing-campaigns-automate-maximize-your-lists-5/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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