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SUMMARY:Certifications as a Growth Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Certifications as a Growth Strategy is a must-attend workshop for businesses looking to secure government contracts. Whether you’re contract-ready or preparing for opportunities\, this session will provide valuable insights and resources to help you succeed. Government certifications can enhance your credibility and give you a competitive edge. Additionally\, a representative from the Small Business Administration will join us and share expert knowledge on federal contracting. Don’t miss out! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/certifications-as-a-growth-strategy-4/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCR
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T113000
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SUMMARY:Claude 102: Projects\, Artifacts\, SOPs & Workflows: An intermediate hands-on session for small business owners\, and more
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve mastered the basics of AI prompting\, it’s time to take the next step. In this interactive 90-minute workshop\, you’ll learn how to transform Claude from a simple chatbot into a reliable business partner that helps you organize projects\, create reusable business assets\, document processes\, and automate everyday tasks. You’ll discover practical strategies to reduce repetitive work while maintaining consistency across your business. \nDesigned specifically for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals\, this hands-on session will show you how to build AI-powered systems that streamline operations\, improve productivity\, and create scalable workflows. You’ll leave with templates\, frameworks\, and real-world examples you can immediately implement to save time\, enhance customer experiences\, and focus on growing your business. \nBy the end of this session you will: \n· Build and organize a Claude Project to manage ongoing business initiatives. \n· Create reusable Artifacts for marketing\, sales\, and operations. \n· Draft a professional Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) using AI. \n· Design repeatable AI workflows that automate routine business tasks. \n· Train Claude to understand your writing style\, brand voice\, and business preferences. \n· Build a simple AI-powered dashboard to organize prompts\, templates\, and business resources. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/claude-102-projects-artifacts-sops-workflows-an-intermediate-hands-on-session-for-small-business-owners-and-more-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – Long Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:Marketing 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:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213252Z
CREATED:20261011T213252Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Improve Your Personal Credit for Lending Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:The “Improve Your Personal Credit for Lending Opportunities” workshop is designed to help individuals and business owners understand the factors that affect their credit scores and learn strategies to improve them. Whether you are looking to apply for a personal loan\, business loan\, or credit line\, having a strong credit score can significantly increase your chances of approval and favorable terms. \nDuring this workshop\, participants will learn about the different credit bureaus and how they calculate credit scores\, the common mistakes that can lower credit scores\, and ways to establish or rebuild credit history. Additionally\, the workshop will cover the importance of monitoring credit reports for errors or fraudulent activity and how to dispute inaccuracies. \nFurthermore\, the workshop will address the following three pain points that individuals and business owners often face when it comes to credit: \nLack of awareness: Many people are not aware of the factors that affect their credit scores or the importance of maintaining a good credit history. This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of credit scores and how they impact lending opportunities. \nLimited resources: Individuals and small business owners may not have access to the same resources as large corporations to establish and maintain good credit. The workshop will provide practical tips and strategies that can be implemented on a limited budget. \nFear of rejection: Some people may be hesitant to apply for loans or credit lines due to a fear of rejection or a belief that their credit score is too low. The workshop will provide guidance on how to assess creditworthiness\, identify appropriate lending options\, and increase the chances of approval. \nOverall\, this workshop is ideal for individuals and small business owners who want to take control of their credit and improve their chances of securing lending opportunities. By attending this workshop\, participants will gain valuable insights and practical tools that can help them build a stronger credit profile and achieve their financial goals. \nInstructor: Concela Tarver (SBDC Advisor) and financial services professional with over 20 years of experience. She holds multiple certifications and licenses\, including Series 6\, Series 63\, and life and health insurance licenses. She has conducted over 500 workshops on financial literacy and business development and is committed to helping individuals navigate their financial journeys. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-improve-your-personal-credit-for-lending-opportunities-23/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T185122Z
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SUMMARY:5 Costly HR Mistakes You Can Prevent — Before It’s Too Late
DESCRIPTION:Hiring employees is a big step. Managing them comes with risks that can cost you time\, your profits\, and peace of mind. From compliance gaps to poor hiring decisions\, small mistakes can turn into expensive problems. The good news? Most are preventable. \nJoin us to learn how to: \n\nBuild a culture people want to stay for\nFoster a positive workplace that improves employee satisfaction\, engagement\, and retention.\nGet onboarding right from day one\nCreate an onboarding process that sets new hires up for success and establishes clear expectations.\nAvoid costly compliance mistakes\nUnderstand common employment-law pitfalls and practical steps to help reduce penalties and legal exposure.\nHire the right people for your business\nIdentify the right talent and culture fit to reduce costly turnover and improve team performance\nRecognize common people-management missteps and learn how to take a more proactive approach.\n\nYour business deserves more than trial and error. \nWhether you’re hiring your first employee or managing a growing team\, walk away with practical insights you can put to work. Protect your business. Keep your best people. Grow with confidence. \nPresented by: HR Specialist\, Xiomara Palma \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/5-costly-hr-mistakes-you-can-prevent-before-its-too-late/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCC
CATEGORIES:Hr & Hiring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T172018Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part II)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will teach business owners how to prepare basic corporate documents such as statements of information; 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. \n\nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-steps-for-running-a-corporation-part-ii/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260905T174838Z
CREATED:20260905T174838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174838Z
UID:387928-1794484800-1794488400@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-19/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20261031T191753Z
CREATED:20261031T191753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T191753Z
UID:388585-1794484800-1794488400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part II)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will teach business owners how to prepare basic corporate documents such as statements of information; 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. \n\nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-steps-for-running-a-corporation-part-ii-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20261031T191802Z
CREATED:20261031T191802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T191802Z
UID:388586-1794484800-1794488400@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-23/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T150000
DTSTAMP:20261028T121726Z
CREATED:20261028T121726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T121726Z
UID:388537-1794488400-1794495600@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 \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/developing-an-actionable-business-plan-50/
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:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T151500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171750Z
CREATED:20260814T171750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T171750Z
UID:387626-1794488400-1794496500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Gerald Anderson \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nLearn how to successfully make the transition from military servicemember to civilian entrepreneur\, and how some of the very skills and resources that you developed during military service afford you a competitive advantage.  Topics include:   transitioning from military pay to civilian income\, identifying some common mistakes made by first-time entrepreneurs\, getting your idea ‘business-ready’\, identifying the various pre-Launch\, Launch\, and post-Launch activities\, and discussing the funding and financing options. \nBreak – 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Capturing Your Business Ideas 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM \nLearn how to develop your business idea and help on the path to launching/growing a small business – how to get that idea off the couch and into reality.  Topics include: understanding the basic elements that model the business venture\, identifying the key issues of each model element\, and discussing the factors critical for success. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-veterans-military-and-spouses-series-100-315-pm-including-a-15-minute-break-9/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Launching A New Business,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T151500
DTSTAMP:20261031T191806Z
CREATED:20261031T191806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T191806Z
UID:388588-1794488400-1794496500@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Gerald Anderson \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nLearn how to successfully make the transition from military servicemember to civilian entrepreneur\, and how some of the very skills and resources that you developed during military service afford you a competitive advantage.  Topics include:   transitioning from military pay to civilian income\, identifying some common mistakes made by first-time entrepreneurs\, getting your idea ‘business-ready’\, identifying the various pre-Launch\, Launch\, and post-Launch activities\, and discussing the funding and financing options. \nBreak – 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Capturing Your Business Ideas 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM \nLearn how to develop your business idea and help on the path to launching/growing a small business – how to get that idea off the couch and into reality.  Topics include: understanding the basic elements that model the business venture\, identifying the key issues of each model element\, and discussing the factors critical for success. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-veterans-military-and-spouses-series-100-315-pm-including-a-15-minute-break-11/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Launching A New Business,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260916T113314Z
CREATED:20260916T113314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T113314Z
UID:388055-1794495600-1794499200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Ready For Business Series Part 6: Access to Capital – Wells Fargo
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Free Webinar \nAccess to capital can be an important part of starting\, sustaining\, and growing a business. \nJoin Wells Fargo for a discussion on common financing options\, what business owners should consider before pursuing funding\, and how to determine which type of capital may be the right fit. Participants will gain a stronger understanding of financing pathways and how to prepare for conversations with potential lenders. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/ready-for-business-series-part-6-access-to-capital-wells-fargo/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCR
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T180000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213255Z
CREATED:20261011T213255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T213255Z
UID:388317-1794495600-1794506400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Legal Corner: Save Your Bacon… ABCs of Contracts
DESCRIPTION:What do small businesses need to know about contracts?  While Covering the Basic principles of contracts\, you’ll learn how to avoid the pitfalls hidden in written and oral contracts and learn how to negotiate and to write them.  Learn how to make a checklist to identify your contract needs. \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-save-your-bacon-abcs-of-contracts/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T172020Z
CREATED:20260826T172020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T172020Z
UID:387785-1794511800-1794517200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE – Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Esta sesión introductoria es dinámica y tiene una duración de 1\,5 horas\, diseñada específicamente para no financieros que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control\, configurar cuentas básicas\, revisar el plan de cuentas\, crear facturas\, registrar gastos e integrar transacciones bancarias. La sesión también aborda la comprensión de los informes clave. Se hará hincapié en las aplicaciones prácticas y las mejores prácticas\, lo que permitirá a los participantes gestionar sus datos financieros con confianza utilizando QuickBooks. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-101-quickbooks-online-spanish-4/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20261031T191813Z
CREATED:20261031T191813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T191813Z
UID:388590-1794511800-1794517200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE – Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Esta sesión introductoria es dinámica y tiene una duración de 1\,5 horas\, diseñada específicamente para no financieros que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control\, configurar cuentas básicas\, revisar el plan de cuentas\, crear facturas\, registrar gastos e integrar transacciones bancarias. La sesión también aborda la comprensión de los informes clave. Se hará hincapié en las aplicaciones prácticas y las mejores prácticas\, lo que permitirá a los participantes gestionar sus datos financieros con confianza utilizando QuickBooks. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-101-quickbooks-online-spanish-6/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T110000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213311Z
CREATED:20261011T213311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T213311Z
UID:388318-1794907800-1794913200@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-184/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T123000
DTSTAMP:20261029T190514Z
CREATED:20261029T190514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T190514Z
UID:388555-1794913200-1794918600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:How to Build a Road Map to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? Are you trying to determine if it’s the right course of action? This workshop focuses on answering 13 important questions to help you build a road map to determine how best to proceed with your entrepreneurial vision. \n We will address:\n Philosophical questions to help you define your Vision and Mission\n Practical questions about the cost of starting and growing your business\n Tactical questions about how to build your customer base
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/how-to-build-a-road-map-to-start-your-business-6/
LOCATION:North Long Beach Higher Education Center\, 635 E. South Street\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T123000
DTSTAMP:20261031T121737Z
CREATED:20261031T121737Z
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SUMMARY:How To Build A Road Map To Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? Are you trying to determine if it’s the right course of action? This workshop focuses on answering 13 important questions to help you build a road map to determine how best to proceed with your entrepreneurial vision.  \nWe will address: \n\nPhilosophical questions to help you define your Vision and Mission\nPractical questions about the cost of starting and growing your business\nTactical questions about how to build your customer base\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/how-to-build-a-road-map-to-start-your-business-7/
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:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T172022Z
CREATED:20260826T172022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T172022Z
UID:387786-1794916800-1794920400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webiinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explain the legal requirements for offering and selling a corporation’s shares of stock every small business must know\, such as understanding why stock is a “security”; compliance with state and federal securities laws\, including securities registration and “private offering” exemptions; authorizing\, offering\, and issuing shares of stock (including shares issued to founders and investors); understanding who is an “accredited investor” or who has a “preexisting relationship” with the corporation under federal and California law; rules for selling shares of stock to out-of-state purchasers; basic terms in stock purchase agreements; and maintaining a stock ledger. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webiinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-step-for-running-a-corporation-part-iii/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261028T214747Z
CREATED:20261028T214747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T214747Z
UID:388546-1794916800-1794920400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR HR OPEN OFFICE
DESCRIPTION:Ask HR  anything about California employment law\, hiring\, firing\, compliance & workplace culture in this live Q&A session. \n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner or entrepreneur trying to make employees and employment law requirements in California? Are you navigating hiring\, managing or terminating an employee? Are you trying to build a positive\, strong workplace culture? \nThis open format office hours session with real-time Q&A is for you! Join us and get answers to all your toughest HR questions directly from the experts. \nATTENDEES WILL:\n\nGet advice from an HR professional\nListen to peers’ questions\nLearn relevant laws and regulations regarding HR topics\nLearn from the experiences of other business owners and managers in the group.\n\nTOPICS COVERED \n\nLabor law compliance and staying up-to-date with regulations\nCreating and maintaining employee handbooks\nBest practices for employee discipline and performance management\nHow to properly and legally separate employees\nStrategies for building a positive workplace culture\nExpert Insights & Peer Learning\nPractical takeaways from each session with clear steps and resources\nAnd much more!\n\n\n\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-open-office/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261029T134748Z
CREATED:20261029T134748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T134748Z
UID:388551-1794916800-1794920400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Más clientes\, más ventas
DESCRIPTION:Cómo potenciar tu negocio con IA\n\n\n¿Publicas en redes sociales\, respondes mensajes y aun así te cuesta conseguir clientes? \n \nDescubre cómo la inteligencia artificial puede ayudarte a atraer más clientes\, crear contenido para tus redes sociales\, mejorar tus estrategias de venta y ahorrar tiempo en tu negocio. \n \nEn este webinar descubrirás cómo aprovechar la IA para potenciar tu marketing y tus ventas.
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/mas-clientes-mas-ventas/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261029T190517Z
CREATED:20261029T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T190517Z
UID:388556-1794916800-1794920400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR HR OPEN OFFICE
DESCRIPTION:Ask HR anything about California employment law\, hiring\, firing\, compliance & workplace culture in this live Q&A session.\n     Are you a business owner or entrepreneur trying to make employees and employment law requirements in California? Are you navigating hiring\, managing or terminating an employee? Are you trying to build a positive\, strong workplace culture?\n This open format office hours session with real-time Q&A is for you! Join us and get answers to all your toughest HR questions directly from the experts.\n ATTENDEES WILL:  Get advice from an HR professional Listen to peers’ questions Learn relevant laws and regulations regarding HR topics Learn from the experiences of other business owners and managers in the group.  TOPICS COVERED\n  Labor law compliance and staying up-to-date with regulations Creating and maintaining employee handbooks Best practices for employee discipline and performance management How to properly and legally separate employees Strategies for building a positive workplace culture Expert Insights & Peer Learning Practical takeaways from each session with clear steps and resources And much more!    Instructor: Sara Nicholson (SBDC Advisor)brings over 25 years of HR experience\, helping small business owners find solutions to their human resources needs.
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-hr-open-office-2/
CATEGORIES:Human Resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261031T191822Z
CREATED:20261031T191822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261031T191822Z
UID:388592-1794916800-1794920400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webiinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explain the legal requirements for offering and selling a corporation’s shares of stock every small business must know\, such as understanding why stock is a “security”; compliance with state and federal securities laws\, including securities registration and “private offering” exemptions; authorizing\, offering\, and issuing shares of stock (including shares issued to founders and investors); understanding who is an “accredited investor” or who has a “preexisting relationship” with the corporation under federal and California law; rules for selling shares of stock to out-of-state purchasers; basic terms in stock purchase agreements; and maintaining a stock ledger. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webiinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-step-for-running-a-corporation-part-iii-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T133000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213313Z
CREATED:20261011T213313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T213313Z
UID:388319-1794916800-1794922200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR California HR Survival: Do’s and Don’ts–Avoiding Hiring Mistakes That Cost!
DESCRIPTION:This training is designed to assist California small business owners create a realistic and compliant strategy to legally hire employees. \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-california-hr-survival-dos-and-donts-avoiding-hiring-mistakes-that-cost/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T163000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213318Z
CREATED:20261011T213318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T213318Z
UID:388320-1794927600-1795105800@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.\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-your-big-idea-and-how-to-protect-it-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T110000
DTSTAMP:20261011T213322Z
CREATED:20261011T213322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T213322Z
UID:388321-1794992400-1794999600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR Accounting-The Basics of the Language of Business
DESCRIPTION:Accounting is the system of tracking the income\, expenses\, assets and liabilities of business. Owners\, managers\, bankers\, investors – use accounting terms and concepts to describe the events that make up the “story”. This workshop will explain the basics of how to make journal entries including debits and credits\, the structure of financial statements\, important financial ratios\, and\, more importantly\, how to “account” for the transactions in your business. \nInstructor: Andrew Strachan (SBDC Advisor) has many years of financial analysis expertise. He served as financial analyst/VP of finance for over 20 years in the U.S. and Europe\, following an earlier career at two start-ups. He leverages his experience for the benefit of his SBDC clients\, as he assists them with financial model development\, financial statement creation and review\, along with strategy development\, business planning and working with investors (pitch deck review\, business plan\, presentations).  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-accounting-the-basics-of-the-language-of-business-12/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T120000
DTSTAMP:20261019T134711Z
CREATED:20261019T134711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T134711Z
UID:388419-1794996000-1795003200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:NEW: Advanced AI for Small Business: Why Prompting Is Dead and What Actually Works Now
DESCRIPTION:You have heard it everywhere. \n“Just write better prompts.”\n“Use this magic sentence.”\n“Here are 50 prompts to copy.” \nBut something still feels off. \nYou use AI.\nIt gives you content.\nYet it does not sound like you.\nIt does not convert.\nIt feels generic. \nHere is the reality: \nPrompting alone is not strategy.\nIt is typing. \nAI has evolved.\nIf you are still treating it like a question-and-answer tool\, you are underusing it and wasting time. \nIn this hands-on\, advanced workshop\, you will learn how to move beyond random prompts and start using AI as a structured thinking partner for your business. You will understand how to train AI around your positioning\, your audience\, and your offers so it produces aligned\, strategic output instead of surface-level content. \nWe will talk about the progression of AI like workflows\, playbooks\, agents etc. You will leave knowing how to build a simple AI system around your business\, not just collect prompts. \n3 Takeaways \n1. You Will Understand Why Prompting Alone Is No Longer Enough \n2. You Will Learn How to Build Context\, Not Just Commands \n3. You Will Walk Away with a Simple AI Workflow for Your Business \n  \nThere are so many self-claimed AI experts that share not so good information\, always remember “GARBAGE IN – GARBAGE OUT”. \nDon’t let another day go by watching others leverage AI while you’re left behind. Join us\nand learn how to make AI your business advantage in just 2 hours. \n– Limited number of attendants participants to ensure personal attention. \n– Take action now: Register today and get your seat before it is sold out \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/new-advanced-ai-for-small-business-why-prompting-is-dead-and-what-actually-works-now-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCR
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T123000
DTSTAMP:20261024T185126Z
CREATED:20261024T185126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T185126Z
UID:388490-1794999600-1795005000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar\, “Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation.” Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process\, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. \nIn this power-packed session\, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan\, whether you’re forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies and tactics\, key elements that propel businesses towards their goals. \nWhat makes this webinar stand out? We’re introducing a cutting-edge business plan software\, a revolutionary tool designed to streamline the planning process and make it more intuitive than ever before. Say goodbye to complexity and welcome a seamless experience that empowers you to focus on what truly matters – the growth and success of your business. \nJoin us as we revolutionize your approach to business planning. It’s not just a webinar; it’s your gateway to strategic excellence and a future of unprecedented success. Don’t miss out on this transformative event – secure your spot today! \nPresented by: Business Advisor\, Craig Cappai \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/elevate-your-business-plan-with-software-powered-innovation-29/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T172026Z
CREATED:20260825T172026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T172026Z
UID:387749-1795003200-1795006800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Ways to Impact Your Sales and Increase Customer Engagement
DESCRIPTION:  \nHave customers…are you reaching them?  Want and need customers?  Come ready to learn tips and techniques\nto help increase engagement and attract potential new customers using social media and other tools. \nInstructor: Anngel Benoun \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-ways-to-impact-your-sales-and-increase-customer-engagement-15/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T172027Z
CREATED:20260826T172027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T172027Z
UID:387787-1795003200-1795006800@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! \n\nInstructor: Helene Liatsos \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-explore-starting-your-home-based-business-44/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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