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September 2024
WEBINAR How to Increase Profitability
Do you know what to do to increase the profitability of your business? In this workshop, learn the 5 ways to improve profitability. Learn how to review your company's financials and compare your business performance with industry competitors. In conjunction with your advisor, you will be able to access reports customized for your business that shows where you are excelling and where improvement is needed. You will also see how to quickly and easily create an online pitch or business…
Find out more »WEBINAR Human Resources: How to do an HR Audit
This training is designed to assist California small business owners audit their in-house HR files, HR processes, and prepare for a new year, especially with all of the new HR laws that came into reality on 1/1/2024. Instructor: Sara Nicholson REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Taking Charge of Your Career through Franchise & Business Ownership
Are you looking to get into business ownership but don’t know where to start? Discover what type of business could leverage your professional acumen and have a team to support you build a successful company. During our webinar learn what type of businesses excelled through Covid and are Recession Resistant. Additional topics we will be covering: Buying into a Franchise & Running your New Business The Surprisingly low upfront cost The different types of Franchise Models Whether franchising is a…
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT- Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…
Find out more »WEBINAR Navigating SBIR/STTR (Research & Technology) Grants
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide an opportunity for small businesses to tap into federal funding to conduct research and development on promising new innovations and technologies. With $4 billion available annually, the programs are a source of seed capital for early stage companies. SBIR/STTR funding can also serve as a pathway to equity financing by allowing businesses to demonstrate feasibility of new technologies and move toward commercialization. This webinar will cover…
Find out more »How to Become a Vendor (Contractor) IN PERSON EVENT
One way to increase sales for your business is to become a vendor or contractor to public agencies and private organizations. This event will provide a overview of how to decide if contracting is right for you, as well as cover the elements you need to know to begin the pursuit of new contracting opportunities. This workshop will be taught by Michael Williams, a Small Business Advisor with the El Camino College SBDC, proudly offering over 30 years of experience…
Find out more »October 2024
WEBINAR Legal Corner: Smart Start for Solopreneurs and One person businesses
You are a one-person business, but that doesn’t mean things are simple. It’s just the opposite because it all relies on you. You’re wearing all the hats. We’ll cover methods and tips for a one-person operation, a one person ownership, or a one person management situation. - Viability (can the business work?) - Name availability (to avoid lawsuits) - Organization (setups tips) - Cash Flow and other key Indicators - Management decision tools - Productivity Systems - Legal Liability Protections - Contracts -…
Find out more »WEBINAR Supercharge Your Sales Growth—Sales Strategies That Work!
Supercharge Your Sales Growth—Sales Strategies That Work. Are your sales, donors or members growing? Does your business struggle with converting your ideas, products and services into stronger sales results? Learn how to unlock and overcome your sales and fundraising hurdles to help your team reach new record-breaking success this year. Increase your potential using smarter strategies and digital tools to thrive and expand your 2nd quarter growth! This Workshop Will Teach You How To: Ensure your digital ads deliver more successful results.…
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT: Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course 3-day Series
General Session 10/10/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/10/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Session #2 10/17/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/17/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Session #3 10/24/2024 2:00 PM (PDT) 10/24/2024 4:00 PM (PDT) Description: Take our 3-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 a willingness and desire to learn the language of business, determine whether…
Find out more »WEBINAR Human Resources Basics and Preparing your Business for Employees
This critical HR training will guide you through the basics of what HR is and how to prepare your business for employees before you hire them. Learning these steps will help protect your business from unintended risks and provide you valuable California based HR knowledge and best practices. Instructor: Sara Nicholson REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers
As consumers get younger & more tech-savvy, businesses need to pivot to find and appeal to new customers. We will investigate the strategies used by successful companies, and look at the various areas that you can adapt your business in the Digital age. Keeping up with the times is vitally important to keep your edge in a competitive marketplace. You will learn how to use technology to: Find new customers Improve your customer communications Get more leads and sales Integrate…
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