The LA SBDC Regional Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses.

We serve Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

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  • Ready For Business Series Part 5: What Lenders Are Looking For – Columbia Bank

    Webinar – PCR

    Join Us for a Free Webinar What makes a business attractive to a lender? Join Columbia Bank for an inside look at the factors financial institutions consider when reviewing business loan applications. This session will cover areas such as credit, cash flow, financial history, business performance, and overall readiness so owners can better understand how […]

    Free
  • Your Profit and Loss Statement Reveals More Than Profit: Make Smarter Decisions

    Webinar – PCR

    Your Profit and Loss Statement Reveals More Than Profit: Make Smarter Decisions 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, […]

    Free
  • Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part I)

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will teach business owners the basics of California corporations, such as what is a “corporation,” special types of corporations, director and officer roles, bylaws, required and optional filings, duties and liability of directors and officers, common mistakes, and best practices. Presenter: Erica Bristol REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE

    Webinar – COC

    101 Accounting using QUICKBOOKS ONLINE This introductory session is fast-paced and lasts 1.5 hours, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard, set up basic accounts, review the chart of accounts, create invoices, track expenses, and incorporate bank transactions. The session […]

    Free
  • Celebre con Inteligencia: Su Plan de Gastos para las Fiestas

    En este seminario online aprenderá:Cómo establecer y cumplir un presupuesto navideño con categorías y límitesSobre ofertas, cupones y estrategias de compras anticipadas para que su presupuesto rinda másFormas de prevenir deudas posteriores a las fiestas mediante ahorros sistemáticos

  • Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part II)

    Webinar – COC

    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. Presenter: Erica Bristol REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

    Webinar – COC

    Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Learn 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 […]

    Free
  • Ready For Business Series Part 6: Access to Capital – Wells Fargo

    Webinar – PCR

    Join Us for a Free Webinar Access to capital can be an important part of starting, sustaining, and growing a business. Join 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 […]

    Free
  • Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE – Spanish

    Webinar – COC

    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. […]

    Free
  • Webiinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)

    Webinar – COC

    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 […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Ways to Impact Your Sales and Increase Customer Engagement

    Webinar – COC

      Have customers…are you reaching them?  Want and need customers?  Come ready to learn tips and techniques to help increase engagement and attract potential new customers using social media and other tools. Instructor: Anngel Benoun REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

    Webinar – COC

    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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE

    Webinar – COC

    101 Accounting using QUICKBOOKS ONLINE This introductory session is fast-paced and lasts 1.5 hours, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard, set up basic accounts, review the chart of accounts, create invoices, track expenses, and incorporate bank transactions. The session […]

    Free
  • Your Numbers Are Telling a Story – Learn What They’re Saying About Your Business

    Webinar – PCR

    Your Numbers Are Telling a Story – Learn What They’re Saying About Your Business Before Someone Else Does Learn which Ratios may be applicable to your business. Financial ratios show your business’s liquidity, cash flow, debt, and profitability. The key is to know which ratios are relevant to your business and where to get the […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Doing Business Online: Electronic Contracts, Signatures, and Records

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will discuss using electronic contracts, signatures, and records online with customers and vendors; enforceability issues; electronic vs. “digital” signatures; federal and state laws such as E-SIGN and UETA, and “must have” terms and legal issues in electronic contracting. Instructor: Erica Bristol REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant

    Webinar – COC

    Are you perfecting recipes?  Have you been told…you should open a restaurant after friends and family taste your creations?  Are you a chef dreaming of opening a restaurant?  “Restaurant 101 – Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant’ is the opportunity to explore.  Starting with the menu, a plan, and profitability you can explore […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

    Webinar – COC

    Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 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 […]

    Free
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    Residential Rental Business Success Series for Landlords

    Webinar

    Know the rules. Protect your rental. Grow your business. If you own or manage residential rental properties in unincorporated Los Angeles County, this webinar series is designed for you! Join for just one or all of the topics. This program is developed in partnership with the Los Angeles Regional Small Business Development Center and the Los […]

  • Webinar – Business Planning #1

    Webinar – COC

    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          […]

    Free
  • Webinar – How to Start Your Business

    Webinar – COC

    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. Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

    Free
  • Webinar – Negotiating a Stock (Equity) Purchase Agreement: The Basics

    Webinar – COC

    This webinar will provide small business owners with information for negotiating a stock (equity) purchase agreement such as conducting “due diligence,” determining the proper parties; securities law considerations; negotiating the purchase price, using an escrow company; promissory notes and security agreements, standard contract terms to look out for; and post-closing considerations. Instructor: Erica Bristol REGISTER […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

    Webinar – COC

    Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to […]

    Free
  • Webinar – Business Planning #2

    Webinar – COC

    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          […]

    Free