The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
June 2016
How to Successfully Start Your New Business-COC-6/14/2016
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 life. Instructed by: Connie Sparks Additional Fee: $3.00 parking (kiosk located in lot #14)
Find out more »November 2016
Speaker: Larry Twersky (CEO of TimerCap) COC-11/30/2016
Come and listen to Larry Twersky (CEO of TimerCap) share his entrepreneurial journey through 1-800-DENTIST, technology consulting, being a pioneer in wireless and internet-based solutions, CRM consulting, and much more. Developing products, launching innovation in established industries, and leveraging technology are a few of his experiences. Words to live by: “Do something good for society, have fun, make money.” – Larry Twersky. INSTRUCTED BY: Larry Twersky
Find out more »February 2017
Essential Steps for Writing Your Business Plan
A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of goals and outline methods to achieve these goals. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis & budgeting will be covered. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their business plan during the training. *Please be aware if you do not purchase your pass…
Find out more »Business Modeling – What business are you really in? (Part 1)
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. Session 1: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design and Build a…
Find out more »May 2017
Veteran Entrepreneurship Series at the UAV 5/23/17 – 6/9/17
This series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income, cash flow and provide the steps to start a formal business. 5/23/17 -Veteran Entrepreneurship Series – Part 1 12 pm - 1 pm 5/30/17 - Veteran Entrepreneurship Series – Part 2 12 pm - 1 pm 6/2/17 - How to Start Your Business, Veteran speaker, lunch served 10 am - 11:30 am 6/9/17 - Business Plan, lunch served 10 am - 1:30 pm REGISTER NOW
Find out more »September 2018
Entrepreneurship Series: Session 1
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 1 topics: Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Types of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Economic Impact Find Out How Entrepreneurial You Are Determine How to Proceed with Your Business Idea Register Now
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series: Session 2
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 2 topics: Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch Identify Business Structures Discuss Key Marketing, Sales and Financial Issues Register Now
Find out more »October 2018
Entrepreneurship Series: Session 3
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 3 topics: Business Idea to Business Model Entrepreneur’s Tool Box Register Now
Find out more »QuickBooks Online Boot Camp
In this day long, fast-paced and all inclusive, workshop participants will learn how to set up their company file from scratch; how to create a quality chart of accounts; how to create new vendors, customer, items, and accounts. You will also learn how to pay bills, invoice customers, receive payments, make deposits and reconcile bank accounts. An introduction to the report center will be covered, including how to create a Profit & Loss Statement and a Balance Sheet. Ideal for…
Find out more »November 2018
Alcance Clientes en Linea con Google
Este es un taller gratis en donde les explicáremos cómo alcanzar más clientes utilizando las herramientas adecuadas con la aplicación Google: Asegúrese de que su negocio salga en las búsquedas - gratis Ayude a las personas que buscan sus productos/servicios a que lo encuentren fácil en la búsqueda y mapas de Google Se servirá refrigerio gratis Register Now
Find out more »Reach Customers Online with Google
Join us for a free workshop to get started on reaching customers online with Google: Make sure your business shows up online – for free Help people in your city find you by getting your business on Google Search and Maps Light Refreshments will be available Register Now
Find out more »February 2019
QuickBooks Boot Camp
In this day long, fast-paced and all inclusive, workshop participants will learn: -How to set up their company file from scratch -How to create a quality chart of accounts -How to create new vendors, customer, items, and accounts. -How to pay bills, invoice customers, receive payments, make deposits and reconcile bank accounts. An introduction to the report center will be covered, including how to create a Profit & Loss Statement and a Balance Sheet. Ideal for business owners, office managers,…
Find out more »March 2019
SBDC EDD/IRS Training – Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax
You will learn: -California payroll reporting requirements: forms, employer obligations, reporting, and payment requirements. -Independent contractor reporting requirements. -Electronic filing and payment requirements and options. -Federal payroll reporting requirements, including Forms 940, 941, 1099, W-2, W-4, W-9, and alternative filing. To make reservations, visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ or call 866-873-6083. Register Now
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 1
In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business. Topics: – Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online – Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting – Company Set-Up – Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses. – Lists: 1. Vendor Center (Database Set-Up) 2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up) 3. Customer Center…
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 1
In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business. Topics: – Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online – Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting – Company Set-Up – Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses. – Lists: 1. Vendor Center (Database Set-Up) 2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up) 3. Customer Center…
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 1
In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business. Topics: – Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online – Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting – Company Set-Up – Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses. – Lists: 1. Vendor Center (Database Set-Up) 2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up) 3. Customer Center…
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 2
Level 2: A recap of Level 1: Chart of Accounts, Vendor List, Customer List and Items List. The continuation of Quickbooks Training to include: -Accounts Payable: Entering and Paying Bill -Accounts Receivable: Client Invoices and Statements, Cash Receipts -Receipt of Payment -Credit Card Charges and Payment -Reconciliation of Bank Account and Credit Card Reports Students must have completed Level 1 to be eligible to take this class. Register Now
Find out more »Preparing Your Business for Global e-Commerce
A Step-by-Step Guide Going International Online What Will You Learn? - From select a domain name, register, to choose a web host - Understand selling locally and globally - Learn about website software - Design your website - How to fill your website with content - Amazon, eBay, Etsy - Trends in social media, blogging, podcast and email marketing - Internet users world wide - Globalize your website - Global Search Engines - Examples of global…
Find out more »April 2019
QuickBooks Boot Camp
In this day long, fast-paced and all inclusive, workshop participants will learn: -How to set up their company file from scratch -How to create a quality chart of accounts -How to create new vendors, customer, items, and accounts. -How to pay bills, invoice customers, receive payments, make deposits and reconcile bank accounts. An introduction to the report center will be covered, including how to create a Profit & Loss Statement and a Balance Sheet. Ideal for business owners, office managers,…
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series: Session 1
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 1 Topics: – Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur – Types of Entrepreneurs – Entrepreneurship Economic Impact – Find Out How Entrepreneurial You Are – Determine How to Proceed with Your Business Idea REGISTER NOW Session 2 Here Session 3 Here
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series: Session 2
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 2 Topics: – Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch – Identify Business Structures – Discuss Key Marketing, Sale, and Financial Issues REGISTER NOW Session 1 Here Session 3 Here
Find out more »SBDC EDD/IRS Training – State Labor Law and Payroll Tax
You will receive information from Employment Development Department (EDD) and Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) on: • Record keeping, reporting requirements, employer obligations, and payment requirements. • Common wage and hour law application. • Employer and employee rights and responsibilities. • How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor. To make reservations, visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ or call 866-873-6083. Register Now
Find out more »Entrepreneurship Series: Session 3
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 3 Topics: – Business Idea to Business Model – Entrepreneur’s Tool Box REGISTER NOW Session 1 Here Session 2 Here
Find out more »June 2019
SBDC EDD/IRS Training – State Labor Law and Payroll Tax
You will receive information from Employment Development Department (EDD) and Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) on: •Record keeping, reporting requirements, employer obligations, and payment requirements. •Common wage and hour law application. •Employer and employee rights and responsibilities. •How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor. To make reservations, visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ or call 866-873-6083. Register Now
Find out more »October 2019
SBDC EDD/IRS Training – Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax
You will learn: -California payroll reporting requirements: forms, employer obligations, reporting, and payment requirements. -Independent contractor reporting requirements. -Electronic filing and payment requirements and options. -Federal payroll reporting requirements, including Forms 940, 941, 1099, W-2, W-4, W-9, and alternative filing. To make reservations, visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ or call 866-873-6083. Register Now
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