The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
November 2017
Webinar – Finding Funding
The session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders, crowd funding, merchant services, suppliers, investors, ect. Register Now
Find out more »December 2017
New Client Orientation
The New Client Orientation will take place at 4pm in the Pasadena SBDC office. This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Register Now
Find out more »How Is Your Company Doing, Financially?
Performance Measurements are used to answer specific business questions. Financial managers and company owners want to keep overhead and sales aligned properly and monitor overall company profitability. Sales managers want to know which customers/products/services are profitable. Those who manage operations want to monitor changes in production cost. Company owners typically measure sales volumes, as most managers understand the importance of monitoring revenue. However, measuring sales numbers is not enough. Other business decisions, such as decreasing profit margins or increasing cost, can…
Find out more »New Client Orientation
The New Client Orientation will take place at 4pm in the Pasadena SBDC office. This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered at the center. Register Now
Find out more »February 2019
Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. Register Now
Find out more »March 2019
Quickbooks Online Fundamentals, Additional Transactions and Other Tools
This workshop is designed to teach the fundamentals of QuickBooks Online and how to apply them to your business. Topics to be discussed: 1. What QuickBooks Online subscription fits your business needs. 2. Learn the basics of Manage your books using QBO. 3. Learn how to set up your company file, navigate & customize. 4. Understand Payroll and other transactions. 5. Banking & Tools 6. Reporting 7. Ecosystem and Apps It will be beneficial to all attendee’s if you bring…
Find out more »Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. Register Now
Find out more »April 2019
Understanding Financial Statements
Learn in plain language about financial statements and their key concepts. This workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and understanding of the contents of the basic financial reports so that they can better manage the financial results of their business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Build Your Business Website
Websites are a key component of every small business’s digital marketing strategy. But you don’t have to break the bank or know how to code in order to create an attractive and effective website for your business! This two-hour, hands-on workshop will teach you how to build your own business website–including creating your core content–with step-by-step, in-class exercises. You’ll leave with your own free WordPress.com website and a strong foundation for your website that will help your business grow for years to come. Bring…
Find out more »Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »May 2019
Understanding Financial Statements
Learn in plain language about financial statements and their key concepts. This workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and understanding of the contents of the basic financial reports so that they can better manage the financial results of their business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Creating an Effective Business Plan
Having a business planning process is a necessity for your business whether you are trying to build an internal roadmap for your business concept or you are looking for funding. This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of setting measurable strategies and tactics to help achieve these goals. REGISTER NOW
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