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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  • Restaurant Academy: Permits and Licenses for your Start Up Food Business

    Webinar – PCR

    Not sure of the legal process to start your food service business? We’ve got you covered!  We will provide a step-by-step process to complete the state and local business registration steps.  This will include incorporation, Fictitious Business Statement, Business License, Seller’s Permit, how to quickly and cost effectively obtain your health permit for operation. Bring your […]

    Free
  • WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    Webinar – ECC CA

    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 […]

    free
  • Webinar – Voice of the Customer Analyzation Tools

    Webinar – COC

    Are you aware of your customer requirements and the potential power of the analysis for business growth?  The Kano Model and the House of Quality (HoQ) are powerful quality tools used in manufacturing to link customer desires to product design. Kano helps categorize customer needs (Basic, Performance, Excitement) to understand satisfaction dynamics, while the HoQ […]

    Free
  • WEBINAR Writing a Solid Press Release

    Webinar – ECC CA

    You’ve got a hot new product or service that you would like your prospective customers to know about. Or maybe, there has been a problem at your business that is attracting media attention. Whatever, the circumstance, knowing how to prepare a professional press release is a valuable skill for any business owner. In this webinar, we will examine what the media is looking […]

    free
  • Proof of Concept

    Webinar – PCR

    After months of searching, you have finally come up with a great new business idea.  You are confident that your idea will be a game changer.  You just know that this idea will provide the financial freedom that you have always dreamed of.  However, BEFORE you take YOUR leap of faith, SLOW DOWN! Take a […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Model #2

    Webinar – COC

    This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build, design, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas […]

    Free
  • WEBINAR Biz Basics: What Business Should I Start?

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Thinking of starting a business, but not sure what kind? You’re not alone. Many aspiring entrepreneurs are fueled by passion and the dream of being their own boss—but often lack clarity on the type of business that truly fits their strengths, lifestyle goals, and market realities. In this interactive 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to: […]

    free
  • Special Event BMO: Understanding Small Business Financing Options: Short Term vs. Long Term

    Webinar – PCR

    Understanding Small Business Financing Options:  Short Term vs. Long Term Understand how and why businesses use credit, from managing cash flow to funding growth opportunities. Explore the key differences between short-term and long-term financing, including common product options for each. The session will also cover important factors to consider when choosing credit, such as cost, […]

    Free
  • Como iniciar tu negocio

    ¿Sueñas con emprender pero no sabes por dónde empezar? Nuestro taller en línea es perfecto para futuros dueños de negocios y emprendedores¡Lánzate y haz realidad tu negocio!¿Sueñas con emprender pero no sabes por dónde empezar? Nuestro taller en línea es perfecto para futuros dueños de negocios y emprendedores que quieren asegurarse de hacer las cosas […]

  • Webinar – Business Owner Tools

    Webinar – COC

    Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

    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 some […]

    Free
  • WEBINAR Legal Corner: California New Laws for 2026

    Webinar – ECC CA

    California New Laws for 2026: Business Compliance Workshop Overview California’s 2026 laws bring significant changes affecting employment, AI, contractors, consumer protection, payments, privacy, insurance, and tax incentives. This half-page workshop gives business owners and managers a practical, non-legal overview of what they must know, prepare for, and act on to stay compliant and reduce risk. The focus is on […]

    free
  • WEBINAR Accounting Basics for Small Business Owners

    Webinar – ECC CA

    This two-hour “Accounting Basics for Small Business Owners” webinar gives owners a concise, practical overview of how to organize their numbers, understand key reports, and set up a workable accounting structure. It is designed to complement the slides you prepared and stay tightly focused on what small business owners can act on quickly. This webinar […]

    free
  • Webinar – Protecting the Company’s Content and Other Creative Works: Copyright Basics

    Webinar – COC

    Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect legal rights in content and other creative materials such as photographs, software, music, videos, website content, educational courses, books, and other publications. Attendees will learn the basics of copyright law; requirements for copyright protection; determining and transferring ownership; the benefits of copyright “registration”; “works made for hire” and important […]

    Free
  • Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

    Webinar – COC

    Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California. Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • WEBINAR The Basics of Starting a Business

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. We will discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and the important steps that need to be taken to begin your business. Topics of discussion will include: -What it takes to be an entrepreneur -Legal requirements and different legal types including […]

    free
  • WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to go from Handyman to Construction

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Join us for this informative presentation to learn how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. Upon completion of this course, participants will discover how to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Your Journey to Construction Success Begins Here! Topics we will cover: Business […]

    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
  • Financial Fitness (Balance Sheet): Why do I need to know what a Balance Sheet is?

    Webinar – PCR

    Known as the “mother of all financial statements,” the Balance Sheet provides an overview of the company’s assets (what it owns) and liabilities (what it owes). In addition, it can help answer questions such as whether the company has a positive net worth, whether it has enough cash to pay for its financial obligations, and […]

    Free
  • Webinar – The Basics of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

    Webinar – COC

        Are you minimizing inventory costs and waste in your manufacturing business? Learn the basics of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to help you plan, track, and manage materials needed for production. The goal is to help ensure the right parts are available in the right quantities at the right time to meet demand and […]

    Free
  • Verizon – grants y navegar plataforma

    Verizon Digital Ready es un recurso adicional que te puede ayudar a encontrar talleres cortosLa plataforma de Verizon Digital Ready es un recurso adicional que te puede ayudar a encontrar talleres cortos y con muy buena información para tu emprendimiento.La ventaja es de qué una vez hagas dos o tres cursos en la plataforma, puedes […]

  • LLC 101 Webinar

    Webinar – Long Beach CA

    Ready to Launch Your CA LLC? Are you ready to form your California LLC but unsure where to start? Whether you’re lacking resources or confidence, our no-cost LLC Program is here to help! Join Our Free LLC 101 Webinar! In this introductory session, we’ll cover the essentials of forming an LLC, including: Explore why an […]

    Free
  • WEBINAR Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups

    Webinar – ECC CA

    Funding and financing your business are extremely important. One of the options that comes up is angel investment. What does angel investment mean? How often does it happen? Is your business a candidate? What steps to take? What do you need? Webinar presenter Tim Berry has been on both sides of this table. He successfully […]

    free
  • WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

    Webinar – ECC CA

    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 […]

    free
  • WEBINAR Human Resources: Do’s and Don’ts of Hiring

    Webinar – ECC CA

    This training is designed to assist California small business owners create a realistic and compliant strategy to legally hire employees. Instructor: Sara Nicholson (SBDC Advisor) brings over 25 years of HR experience, helping small business owners find solutions to their human resources needs. She has worked across Southern California and Mexico, guiding business owners with a […]

    free