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SUMMARY:Restaurant Academy: Business Permits and Licenses for Restaurants and Food Service
DESCRIPTION: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 name\, Business License\, Seller’s Permit\, how to quickly and cost effectively obtain your health permit for operation. You will also learn about the required state business and food service trainings. Bring your questions\, we’ve got answers. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/restaurant-academy-business-permits-and-licenses-for-restaurants-and-food-service/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Certification & Procurement,Hr & Hiring
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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UID:271674-1651500000-1651505400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:SOCIAL MEDIA 101: How to convert likes to sales
DESCRIPTION:We all know we have to be on Social Media but how do we create a Social Media strategy that targets our revenue goals and turn likes into sales\, comments into customers\, and shares into raving fans that can become brand ambassadors for our company. This comprehensive and interactive workshop will give you the playbook of how to use Social Media for Sales\nDuring this interactive Webinar you will discover: \nHow to clarify Social Media marketing goals\nWhich social media platform to be on that is right for your business\nHow to authentically connect with your audience so they like and trust you.\nThe big mistakes made when trying to schedule posts on various platforms\nThe 5 C’s to convert likes to sales\nDiscover a powerful tool to immediately get engagement without spending a dime\nQ&A
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/social-media-101-how-to-convert-likes-to-sales/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220219T213100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T213100Z
UID:190969-1651572000-1651575600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nParticipants 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:\n• Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch\n• Identify Business Structures\n• Discuss Key Marketing\, Sales and Financial Issues. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-introduction-to-entrepreneurship-8/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220219T213100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T213100Z
UID:190968-1651572000-1651577400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model – Part 1
DESCRIPTION: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 as a tool.   \nTopics are below: \n• Business Idea to Business Model\n• Introduction to the Business Models\n• Steps to Define\, Design and Build a Business Model \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-part-1-8/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T123000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220219T213101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T213101Z
UID:190970-1651577400-1651581000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – How to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn 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. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-how-to-start-your-business-10/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Launching A New Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220503T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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UID:240313-1651590000-1651600800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:This course was developed by industry professionals to provide a wealth of knowledge in an expedited 2-class manner. This is ideal for prospective businesses with little to no time but a willingness and desire to learn the language of business\, determine whether starting a business makes sense and if so\, specific steps to start the business. \nThis is an intensive two-day class created to highlight pertinent information and tools needed to start your business in a very expedited manner. Little to no fluff—just hard-core business knowledge and instruction. \nDay 1: May 3rd  3pm-6pm \nIn this class we will provide you an overview on:\n• What it takes to be an entrepreneur\n• Business core fundamentals\n• Business Model Canvas & Value Proposition\n• Market Approach \n  \nDay 2: May 5  3pm-6pm \nIn this class we will provide you an overview on:\n• Legal requirements and different legal types including sole proprietorship (DBA)\, and LLC and S-Corps\n• Fnancing of your business\n• Start-Up Costs\n• Certifications \nInstructors: Debbie Goldfarb\, Charlie Lowe\, Larry Johnson and Michael DeDonato (SBDC Advisors) \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-fast-track-start-up-crash-course-3/2022-05-03/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T130000
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UID:190971-1651665600-1651669200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – WBE(Women Business Enterprise)/MBE(Minority Business Enterprise) Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about new customers and how to attract them? The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for majority woman and/or minority owned business owners to explore who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the Federal\, State and Local governments and an overview of the process. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-wbewomen-business-enterprise-mbeminority-business-enterprise-certifications-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Certification & Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220408T232757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T232757Z
UID:240315-1651665600-1651672800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:How much will it cost to start your business? What are the different categories of costs I need to be concerned about? Financial preparation is key so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. \nTopics include:\n• Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses\n• Calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs\n• Ongoing expenses\n• Conducting a margin analysis and a break-even analysis\n• Initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session.\n  \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-biz-basics-how-to-estimate-startup-costs-cash-flow-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T181500
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220325T214435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T214435Z
UID:194784-1651683600-1651688100@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Business Model Canvas \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T110000
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UID:187619-1651744800-1651748400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Protecting the Company’s “Secret Sauce”: Trade Secret Basics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect the company’s inventions\, ideas and secrets. Attendees will learn the basics of trade secret law; the kinds of information that can be protected as a trade secret; confidentiality requirements; ownership issues; how to avoid losing trade secret protection; and how to avoid violating the trade secret rights of others. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-protecting-the-companys-secret-sauce-trade-secret-basics-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T111500
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220409T014526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T014526Z
UID:240348-1651744800-1651749300@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Confused About Sales Tax – What You Need to Know!
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses are confused about the need to charge sales tax.   \nShould you charge sales tax? What if you are selling out of state or on an online platform? \nThese are the type of questions that many business owners are asking. \nAddressing sales tax requirements has been even more confusing. On June 21\, 2018\, The United States Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in South Dakota v. Wayfair that states can mandate that businesses without a physical presence in a state with more than 200 transactions or $100\,000 in-state sales collect and remit sales taxes on transactions in the state. \nEconomic Nexus gave states the ability to choose whether residents receiving products/services from out of state companies should pay sales tax. Unfortunately\, this varies state by state\, requiring sellers to have an understanding about the rules specific to the states they serve. \nSome selling platforms handle the invoicing\, collection\, and remittance while others simply allow you to add sales tax to the invoice. It is crucial that you understand the requirements and know exactly what services the selling platform is providing. \nJoin us for our upcoming seminar where will address this and other considerations regarding the collection of sales tax. \nPresenter: Lori Williams \n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via Go To Webinar. You will receive instructions on how to connect to the webinar. \n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/confused-about-sales-tax-what-you-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T225725Z
UID:194710-1651744800-1651752000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Social Media 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you confused where and how to start?\nWe at PCR SBDC\, know exactly what you are going through. You are not alone and we \noffer a big part of the solution through our workshops and one on one consultations \nOur Social Media workshop\, will save a lot of time\, effort and mainly lots of trials and errors. \nMany businesses are on social media because of FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) but they have no plan or strategy and are surprised why they are not getting the results they see others achieve online \nSimple\, social media should be a part of a bigger strategy well thought of in advance\, it must be done with a purpose by setting goals and objectives \nWe will help you:\n• Understand the difference between the social media channels and which ones to use\n• Discuss your Social Media strategy using your brand\n• Pinpoint your audience and how to define them\n• Learn how to listen to the needs of your audience\n• Learn how to save time posting every day\n• Start a social media calendar with pillars and categories\n• Develop the proper hashtag strategy on individual social media channels\n \nWe are looking forward to helping you either start or expand your business\, this is what we do and are good at it! \nJoin us for the FREE workshop and start getting results\n \nSocial Media:\n• Are you scratching your head and wondering if businesses are really making money using social media?\n• Do you wonder if your business can still get in on the action and make money?\n• Do you still think that social media marketing mean posting on Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter?\n• Are you still lost between keywords and hashtags?\n• Do you still do not know which social media channel to use but think it is cool to use Instagram?\n• Are you disappointed with the results you are getting or not getting from your online presence? \nWorkbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iIAcFACtbGG9-TA55evMVOc0Oz8UUAlX/view \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/social-media-101-13/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T232700Z
UID:224848-1651752000-1651757400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Special Event: Grow With Google and LA Chambers – Sell Online
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to sell your products online. We’ll walk through listing your products for free with a Google Business Profile and Merchant Center. And we’ll show you one way to sell on your website\, using an E-Commerce store built with Shopify. Plus\, learn about more helpful tools to stand out online\, such as Local Opportunity Finder and Grow My Store. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/special-event-grow-with-google-and-la-chambers-sell-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220319T012657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220319T012657Z
UID:194531-1651759200-1651764600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing Trends For 2022
DESCRIPTION:Social Media is constantly changing and as a busy small business owner\, it is hard to keep up with Instagram Reels\, TikTok\, YouTube Shorts\, and now audio rooms.\nShould I podcast?\nShould I start a YouTube channel? \nNot to worry!\nOur in-house Social Media Goddess\, Deborah Deras\, attended the Social Media Examiner conference and has updates for you about where you should spend your time to get a return on investment. \nShe will share in this interactive dialogue:\n• What ORGANIC social media should you focus on\n• TikTok\, do you need it or is it just a fad\n• If you are going to do Ads\, what works and what doesn’t\n• The importance of lead generation and how to use it effectively\n• Plus all the trends of 2022 from the Social Media Examiner Conference\n• Plus much more in our Q&A sessions \n\nREGISTER NOW\n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before the webinar. 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/social-media-marketing-trends-for-2022-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Marketing Planning,Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T204500
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T213110Z
UID:187620-1651779000-1651783500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – WAVE Level 2
DESCRIPTION:WAVE is a simple and easy accounting system that is free if you don´t use its automated payments and payroll. \nNow you attended the first webinar\, let’s learn how to connect your bank account and reconcile it. Also\, learn how to create a Journal Entry and record the depreciation of your fixed assets. \n• Connecting your Bank Account\n• Bank Reconciliation\n• Invoice Customization\n• Basic Journal Entry\n• Record Fixed Asset Depreciation\n• Reading Loans and its payments\n• Importing / Exporting Data \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-wave-level-2-10/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220507T091500
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220206T212918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220206T212918Z
UID:188459-1651910400-1651914900@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – QuickBooks Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Now you attended the first webinar in Quickbooks\, let’s learn how to connect your bank account and reconcile it. Also\, learn how to create a Journal Entry and record the depreciation of your fixed assets. \n• Connecting your Bank Account\n• Bank Reconciliation\n• Invoice Customization\n• Basic Journal Entry\n• Record Fixed Asset Depreciation\n• Reading Loans and its payments\n• Importing / Exporting Data \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-quickbooks-level-2-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Finance,QuickBooks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220721T231416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T231416Z
UID:271675-1652104800-1652110200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Sell Online- Part 1
DESCRIPTION:With COVID-19 and the pandemic\, we know now more than ever we need to have our brand visible and active online. We are posting now on Social Media and in our weekly newsletter but how do you shift from likes to sales. \nDuring this interactive webinar you will discover:\nHow to shift your perception of sales to love it\nWhat income-producing activities can you focus on\nThe 5 P’s of Marketing applied to online sales success\nHow to shift the old ways of doing sales to modern online strategies\nHow effective branding leads to sales\nWhat is an internet sales funnel and why do I need one\n7 strategies to close a sale\nHow to use effective marketing to attract sales\nHow to use the Power of Synergy\nPlus resources to take your sales to the next level\nAnd much more
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/how-to-sell-online-part-1/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220408T232757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T232757Z
UID:240316-1652173200-1652178600@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-four times per month. \nPlease check our calendar: https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/. for additional dates. \n  \nInstructor: Larry Johnson \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-9/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T225725Z
UID:194711-1652176800-1652182200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Financial Fitness: Income Statement
DESCRIPTION:An income statement is a financial statement that shows the company’s income and expenditures. It also shows whether a company is making profit or loss for a given period. The income statement\, along with balance sheet and cash flow statement\, helps you understand the financial health of your business. If you need help with your income statement and where to start\, this webinar is for you! \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/financial-fitness-income-statement-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220510T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220408T232813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T232813Z
UID:240317-1652187600-1652193000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups
DESCRIPTION: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? \nIn this webinar\, Tim answers key questions you may have about angel investment for your business. Including: \nReality check: common myths about angel investment and the realities behind them.\n\n\nWhat is angel investment? How is it different from friends and family\, bank loans\, and venture capital? How much money is normally involved\, for how long\, and on what terms?\n\n\nIs your business a candidate for angel investment? What kinds of businesses normally are? What makes one business a good candidate and another not? What are the main factors?\n\n\nWhat’s the process? How to find angel investors in our area. How to research local angel investors and groups to identify the right ones for your business. How to start the process.\n\n\nWhat information do you have to have and share? What to expect. How long does it take? What are the odds?\n\n\nTips on how to prepare and what to include in summaries\, pitch presentations\, and other materials. Do you need a business plan and what would it have to include.\n\n  \nPresented By: Tim Berry\nWebinar presenter Tim Berry has been on both sides of this table. He successfully raised investment for his business. And he has been an angel investor for more than a decade. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-money-matters-angel-investment-101-for-start-ups-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Loans & Capital
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UID:240318-1652194800-1652205600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Legal Corner: Your Big Idea and How To Protect It
DESCRIPTION:Intellectual Property: An Overview – Ideas and inventions are often the key assets of a business. How do you protect your ideas while using them\, developing them\, or marketing them to customers? Discussions includes the basics of Copyrights\, Patents\, Trade Secrets\, Trade and Service marks\, Masks and Domain Names. Non-disclosure Agreements and Agreements Not to Compete are covered along with how to keep records that prove your idea is your idea and no one else’s. \nJoin Attorney Ben Martin who loves helping new and small busiensses\, 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. \n  \nInstructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor)\nAwarded by a Californina State agency for his advocating for women businesss owners. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-legal-corner-your-big-idea-and-how-to-protect-it-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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UID:224857-1652263200-1652270400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps To A Successful Startup
DESCRIPTION:Disciplined Entrepreneurship will change the way you think about starting (or growing) a company. Many believe that entrepreneurship cannot be taught\, but great entrepreneurs aren’t born with something special – they simply make great products.  Yes\, entrepreneurship can be taught\, provided that you are coachable. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/disciplined-entrepreneurship-24-steps-to-a-successful-startup-39/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T213150Z
UID:188540-1652266800-1652270400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Create a Facebook Page for your Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to create your Facebook page for your business? It doesn’t matter if you already created your page\, we are sure you will learn something new. \nWe will walk you through:\n• How to create a page\n• What information should be there\n• How to manage your settings\n• Who should give you authorization to admin your page\n• How to upload pictures and videos\, among many other tips\n• Using the Business Suited \nIf you could connect via a laptop that would be helpful. Just come prepared to learn and take notes. We can always have a one on one session afterwards to work on your own page. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-create-a-facebook-page-for-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220404T232738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T232738Z
UID:224858-1652266800-1652272200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Business Profit Projections
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking to make a profit in your business this webinar is for you! We know that numbers can be scary but with the right help it can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we take an honest look at what needs must be met to start\, grow and keep you in the green. The only thing that can make you cents is MONEY! Let us help! \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/business-profit-projections-9/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220210T213151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T213151Z
UID:188542-1652270400-1652274000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Crea tu pagina de Facebook para tu negocio
DESCRIPTION:¿Quieres crear tu página de Facebook para tu negocio? No importa si ya creó su página\, estamos seguros de que aprenderá algo nuevo.\nLo guiaremos a través de:\n• Cómo crear una página\n• ¿Qué información debería estar ahí?\n• Cómo administrar su configuración\n• ¿Quién debería autorizarle para administrar su página?\n• Cómo subir fotos y videos\, entre muchos otros consejos\n• Uso de Business Suite \nSi pudiera conectarse a través de una computadora portátil\, sería útil. Venga preparado para aprender y tomar notas. Siempre podemos tener una sesión uno a uno después para trabajar en su propia página. \n\nREGÍSTRATE AHORA
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-crea-tu-pagina-de-facebook-para-tu-negocio-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220216T213401Z
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UID:188655-1652270400-1652274000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Global Trade Series: Finding International Customers and Handling the First Order
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about international customers for your business? Come and join our two-part series on 3/23 and 3/30\, or 5/11 and 5/18\n \nSession 1:How to Find International Customers\nExploring global trade can be challenging when trying to find international customers.\nLearn tips and techniques including market research to help:\n• Attract International Customers\n• Identify Potential Direct/Indirect Distributors\n \nSession 2: Handling Your First International Order\nJust starting with global trade and waiting for your first customer?\nLearn how to prepare your business for your first international order:\n• Identifying an International Customer\n• Locating a Courier Service or Freight Forwarder\n• Packaging and Shipping Options\n• Required Documentation\n• Insurance Options\n• Payment Terms \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-global-trade-series-finding-international-customers-and-handling-the-first-order-7/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Import/export
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T133000
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UID:188541-1652270400-1652275800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Joint AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThe goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity.  \nOpportunity examples include construction\, specialty contractors\, manufacturing\, digital signage\, wholesalers\, furniture\, architectural services\, landscaping and other services\, etc. \nThe session will highlight the topics below:\n• DBE Certification Overview\n• Upcoming Procurement/Contracting Opportunities\n• Best Practices – Previously Awarded Contracts\n• AVTA and SBDC Resource Overview \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-joint-avta-and-sbdc-disadvantaged-business-enterprise-outreach-and-training-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T143000
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UID:240319-1652274000-1652279400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Drip Marketing Campaigns-Automate & Maximize Your Lists
DESCRIPTION:This year\, it’s mandatory 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 and customize content for easy marketing automation. We’ll target your Emails\, tag key list properties and provide social media tools and post tips to deliver better results. I’ll share how to automate your follow-up and provide incentives for action while boosting engagement. Learn to identify which of your past customers & leads are ready to take action and how to use content that rewards\, inspires and delivers results.  Realize your marketing goals with segmented and targeted follow-up.\n\n\n  \nThis Workshop Will Teach You:\n\n• How to automate your marketing & save you hours each month.\n• How to use autoresponders to get sales\, referrals & social media shares.\n• How to design action oriented marketing that triggers the right follow-up automatically. \n• Online tools to expand your reach to increase and engage your leads. \n• Valuable content that will keep your audience engaged & following you.\n• The difference between automated messages & autoresponder campaigns.\nInstructor: Liz Harsch \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-drip-marketing-campaigns-automate-maximize-your-lists-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T170000
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UID:240320-1652281200-1652288400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowdfunding and the process for raising capital from friends and family will be discussed. Details on what you need to know to apply for a business loan\, as well the required documents and paperwork needed for the application process will be provided. \nThe various types of financial institutions and which institutions are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify will be presented. We will make sure that you know all you need to know about credit! \n\nInstructor: Larry Johnson \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-money-matters-how-to-finance-your-business-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Finance,Loans & Capital
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T083628
CREATED:20220408T232814Z
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UID:240321-1652292000-1652299200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this\, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. \nOur discussion will cover legal formation for startups\, including: \n• LLC’s\, S-Corporations\, C-Corporations\n• DBA’s\n• Business permits\n• Resale Certificates\n• Federal Employer Identification Numbers (FEIN)\n• Other regulatory filings \nWe will also discuss: \n• The vision you have for your business\, especially regarding its size and the proposed number of employees\n• Legal restrictions and the level of control you wish to have over your business\n• The level of “structure” that works best for you\n• The business’s vulnerability to lawsuits\n• The tax implications of the different ownership structures\n• Whether or not you need to re-invest earnings into the business \n  \nInstructor: Michael DeDonato \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-legal-corner-how-to-set-up-register-your-business-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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