The LA Regional SBDC Network is hosted by
The LA Regional SBDC Network is hosted by
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 […]
Ready to learn more on how to turn your videos into a high-performance traffic engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for the deep-dive conclusion in Part Two of his Video SEO Masterclass. Now that you know why video matters, Darren will be showing you exactly how and where to optimize your videos […]
¿Tu negocio está preparado para el próximo desastre? Prepárate hoy, no cuando sea demasiado tardeOutsmart Disaster, una iniciativa de la Oficina del Defensor de la Pequeña Empresa de California (CalOSBA), ofrece herramientas y recursos gratuitos para ayudarte a preparar tu negocio antes de una emergencia y recuperarte más rápidamente después de una interrupción. A través […]
Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track. Wave is designed for small business owners. No jargon, just an easy accounting […]
A profit and loss statement provides an overview of the revenues and expenses associated with your small business. When looking at your profit and loss statements, it’s important to look for trends in order to develop a course of action. The bottom line, when you provide this statement to potential investors or financial institutions, they […]
Discover the basics of getting ‘on’ social media. In this workshop we’ll briefly cover main social platforms – what are they and how to use them. We’ll discuss key terminology, cover how-to’s (ie.e how to post, share stories, upload a video, write captions and create hashtags.) We’ll cover best practices including how to use apps as a […]
101 Accounting using WAVE This webinar is intended for participants who do not have a financial background but are seeking a clear and practical introduction to WAVE and essential accounting concepts. Building on our introductory session, we will guide you through navigating and configuring the platform. We will explain the main menu options and use […]
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 […]
Day 1 9/15/2026 10:00 AM (PDT) 9/15/2026 12:00 PM (PDT) Day 2 9/17/2026 10:00 AM (PDT) 9/17/2026 12:00 PM (PDT) Description: Take our 2-day Fast Track “bootcamp” program. This course was developed by industry professionals to provide you the basic tools you need to start your business. This is ideal for prospective businesses with little to no time but […]
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
“Most small businesses don’t have a shortage of opinions. They have a shortage of structured thinking.” The Six Thinking Hats approach was created by Edward de Bono as a way of structuring thinking and encouraging constructive group thinking rather than argument. It is not about making everyone agree. It is about giving the team a […]
You’ve got a hot new product or great service that you would like prospective customers to know about. Or maybe, there has been a problem at your business and you need to get ahead of the story. Whatever the circumstance, knowing how to prepare a professional press release is a valuable skill for any business owner. In this […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. In this power-packed session, we will guide you […]
¿Por Qué Le Niegan un Préstamo? Aprenda Cómo Aumentar sus Posibilidades de Aprobación.• Diferencia entre préstamos tradicionales, SBA y alternativas • Los 5 factores de evaluacion del crédito• Errores que reducen las posibilidades de aprobación • Cuanto dinero solicitar? Cómo prepararse financieramente• Qué buscan los bancos y prestamistas. Documentación necesaria
The New Rules of Social Media Presence: From SEO to AEO, From Algorithms to AI You are posting consistently. You are using hashtags. You are making reels. You are trying trends. Yet reach is unpredictable. Engagement feels random. Growth feels slow. Here is what changed: Social media is no longer just about search engines. It […]
California is well-known for its stringent employee protection laws, which can apply even if the employer has only 1 employee. This webinar will provide small business owners with California employment law basics such as employment application rules and restrictions, offer letters vs. employment contracts, minimum wage, overtime, meal/rest period rules, expense reimbursement, required sexual harassment […]
As Google has announced discontinuing data collection for Universal Analytics, it’s crucial to begin making the switch to for Google Analytics 4. We will walk through how to set up a new GA4 property and how to switch over from UA. We will go over each of the main features of GA4 and discuss which […]
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. […]
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 […]
Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: Creating a Business Plan Goal Development Business Development […]
Would You Rather be Profitable or Have Cash? Learn how to analyze your Cash Flow and be able to better manage your business. Cash Flow illustrates if the operations of the business are generating enough funds to pay for its financial obligations like bills, taxes, or operating expenses. Along the same lines, it can indicate […]
Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: Creating a Business Plan Goal Development Business Development […]
A bottleneck might be obvious. Maybe customers are waiting too long. Maybe invoices aren’t getting out. Maybe jobs are sitting in a queue waiting for one particular person. But sometimes the bottleneck is hiding in plain sight. Find where your business is losing time, capacity and money—and fix the right problem. Instructor: Michael Letson REGISTER […]