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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May 2023
WEBINAR E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers
“As the needs of your customers shift, so must your business strategy. Gain insights on how to use digital marketing to reinvent your business and grow your customer base without a massive investment. You will learn how to use digital marketing to: Locate new markets Leverage business partnerships Communicate changes to operations Improve your sales funnel And more…” Instructor: Omari Valentine REGISTER NOW
Find out more »EOG – Subvenciones – Foro Abierto
¿Quiere aplicar para el Programa de Becas de Oportunidades Económicas – EOG? Tendremos un Foro abierto para ayudarles con cualquier tipo de preguntas que tengas con respecto a esta beca. Estaremos disponibles para ayudarles con los requisitos de la solicitud, el proceso, la elegibilidad, y cómo presentar su solicitud correctamente.
Find out more »Webinar – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 6
Please join us to learn the – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 6 with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »How To Become Loan Ready
If you are looking to make your business bankable this webinar is for you! We know that finances can be scary but with the right help it can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we look at what’s needs to make sure you are bankable and ready to grow your business when applying for a loan. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Campamento de Quickbooks Online
Este campo de entrenamiento es un programa de capacitación breve e intensivo diseñado para que personas no financieras aprendan a usar QuickBooks en línea. El campo de entrenamiento cubre las características y funciones básicas, incluida la configuración de cuentas, la gestión de facturas y gastos, el seguimiento de ventas e ingresos, la generación de informes financieros y la conciliación de extractos bancarios. El enfoque está en las habilidades prácticas, con el objetivo de brindar a los participantes el conocimiento y…
Find out more »Webinar – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 7
Please join us to learn the – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 7 with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Business Finance Literacy Series [Session 2 of 3] Using an Excel Document for Financial Modeling and Forecastin
A simple Excel financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use Excel models to determine if/when a company will be profitable, what is the correct selling price, how many “widgets” need to be sold to be cover cost, and how much money is available to pay expenses. Financial models are used for start-ups and for on-going analysis to make sure the company is operating at an optimal financial…
Find out more »EOG – Grants for Small Businesses & Non-profits – Info Session (English)
Attendees of the webinar information session can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of the EOG Microbusiness grant program. The session will cover important information about the program's eligibility criteria, application process, and required documentation. In addition, attendees will learn about the selection process and how to best prepare their application to increase their chances of being awarded a grant. Overall, attendees will walk away from the webinar with a clear understanding of the program and the knowledge they need…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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. Attendance is required for existing,…
Find out more »Webinar – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 8
Please join us to learn the – Anatomy Of a Successful E-commerce Business – Part 8 with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: • Learn the Steps from Business Idea to…
Find out more »Webinar – Mobile SEO Practices You Need to Know
Having a “Mobile Friendly” site has meant many things, and has been misunderstood by business owners, and misrepresented by site developers. Join our SBDC Marketing and Web Development Specialist, Darren Elliott, as he walks you through the key points to what it takes to have your site regarded as “Mobile Friendly”. Best of all, you can make these improvements without the help of a developer. Sign up today to attend, Mobile SEO Practices You Need to Know,and you will walk away…
Find out more »How to Complete Your EOG Application presented by Lendistry
For Phase 1 and 2, Lendistry will host webinars to the public to support the following: Understanding eligibility requirements Understanding document Requirements Details on application completion and submission Applicants who have not completed their application are particularly encouraged to attend these informative sessions. Register in advance for this webinar. Once you sign up, you will be given an option to choose a date from the series. You may attend more than one session, but you must register for each individually.…
Find out more »Webinar – 8 Steps to Improving Your Business’ Local SEO
In this last presentation of my three-part series on Keyword Strategies, we will look at what baffles most business owners; how to strengthen the search engine results within their immediate market area. In this webinar I will explain the steps you can take to draw local searches to your site. Yes, they are all ethical practices, and now you will know how to do them, on your own. Join me for an hour of fun and education, as we wrap…
Find out more »Sesión Informativa de EOG (Español)
Los asistentes a la sesión de información del seminario web pueden esperar obtener una comprensión integral del programa de subvenciones para microempresas de EOG. La sesión cubrirá información importante sobre los criterios de elegibilidad del programa, el proceso de solicitud y la documentación requerida. Además, los asistentes aprenderán sobre el proceso de selección y cómo preparar mejor su solicitud para aumentar sus posibilidades de obtener una subvención. En general, los asistentes terminarán el seminario web con una comprensión clara del…
Find out more »Developing An Actionable Business Plan
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. In this class we will actively work on: • Defining your business model • Identifying your place in the market • Identifying your customers and revenue channels • Identifying expansion opportunities • Costing and pricing • Revenue…
Find out more »WEBINAR E-Smarts: Digital Marketing Automation-Leverage Your Business Growth
This workshop will go over how you can set up an automated Digital Marketing system to grow your business by leverage your time using systems. Regardless of your business, you will learn how to take advantage of automation to beat your competitors and free up your valuable time. In this workshop you will discover: How to find and attract potential customers How to take interested leads and turn them into paying customers How to increase the lifetime value of…
Find out more »Economic Opportunity Grants: Daily Office Hours
Do you have questions about eligibility requirements or the application process for the Economic Opportunity Grants? Drop by this online Office Hours webinar to ask your questions live! SBDC Business Advisor Irma Ramos will answer your questions regarding grant eligibility, required documents, and how to apply. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »June 2023
Business Finance Literacy Series [Session 3 of 3] How to Analyze your Company’s Financials for Better Decision Making
Business owners struggle with business decisions that affect the financial health of the company. Are we selling at the right price? Are we making money? Can we afford to hire someone? Many times, these decisions are made without a thorough understanding of the financial implications. This does not need to be the case. There are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to answer key business questions. Performance Measurements are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to…
Find out more »Avoid Costly Lawsuit! CA Labor Law Basics for Start Ups
Not having a sound understanding of California labor laws is one of the biggest threats to a business. Don’t risk your profits! In this webinar, you will be introduced to most up-to- date California wage and hour laws including breaks and meal periods, overtime, wages, salaries, and termination payouts. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Avoid Costly Lawsuits! CA Labor Law Basics for Start Ups
Not having a sound understanding of California labor laws is one of the biggest threats to a business. Don’t risk your profits! In this webinar, you will be introduced to most up-to- date California wage and hour laws including breaks and meal periods, overtime, wages, salaries, and termination payouts. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar: Meetings, Minutes and Motions: Preparing Corporate Documents
This webinar will teach business owners of corporations and LLCs how to prepare basic corporate documents, such as statements of information; sending notices and holding director and shareholder meetings, preparing motions and minutes, voting requirements; and other corporate formalities required by the company’s bylaws, operating agreement or by law. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar: A Roadmap To Unlock The Complexity of Taxation For Corporations and LLCs
LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Website Legal Issues
An old school non-techie will go over some of the main legal issues that come up when your business is using a Website. We will cover some of the standards you should comply with. Some are not required by law, but you will want to use them anyway! Join Attorney Ben Martin 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…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Boot Camp (Spanish)
Este campo de entrenamiento logra una descripción general completa de la aplicación de contabilidad gratuita diseñada específicamente para personas no financieras. Este campo de entrenamiento se dicta en formato de conferencia y cubre todas las características y funciones mas importantes. Los participantes aprenderán a usar Wave para administrar sus finanzas, crear facturas, realizar un seguimiento de los gastos y generar informes financieros. En dos horas, el entrenamiento brindará una comprensión de alto nivel de la aplicación, centrandose en los aspectos…
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