Losing ownership or control of your potential money making idea can start on the very first day.  Yes.... Really!  On day one. You need a low or no cost system. Learn how to protect what you created or developed with tools and methods that you can use again and again.   Instructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor) and  Attorney who loves helping new and small businesses, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs, and Pro Bono service to people wanting…

Start today. Decide and start setting up tools you will use to manage your business every day. This includes taking you through the setup of Google tools like: Gmail, Gmail Extensions, Google Calendar, Google Scheduler, Drive, Voice and Google Meet. We’ll test drive a free project & task manager. Plus we'll work with 2 famous personal effectiveness methods: “Eisenhower Matrix” & “Getting Things Done”. PLEASE NOTE: Access to a computer or laptop is highly suggested for this class.    Instructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor) and  Attorney who…

What you need to know about Insurance for your small business. Every business has certain risks related to its operation. To protect your business and personal assets, insurance coverage is critical. You will learn about the myriad types of insurance, the rationale for procuring the various insurance types and come away with an understanding of how various types apply to your business. Specific Learning Objectives:  Why Small Businesses Need Insurance? Exactly What Kinds of Coverage Are Available? What insurance is needed for…

One way to increase sales for your business is to become a vendor or contractor to public agencies and private organizations. This workshop will provide an 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…

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…

It's a good idea to safeguard your business with an eye on a potential downturn in the economy. In fact, many companies have grown their businesses using techniques that focus on securing past customers retention and finding growth in a changing environment. Join our webinar to learn these strategies to grow your business in good and challenging times.   Attendees Of This Webinar Will Learn: • What to expect about marketing during a recession or industry downturn. • Customer retention marketing tools, tips…

Leaving SoCal? Travel? Maybe out of state? Vacation? A new home? or back to your family? 1st SURPRISE.....You can run and own your business from almost anywhere. Maybe even from space! LOL. Learn what technology has made possible for you. Ownership does not end because of your location. You can manage from anywhere that you can communicate back to your business.   2nd SURPRISE..... Thousands of people are doing it now! You probably have most of the tools to manage already. Some do it yourself legal moves can protect your ownership. Solutions that…

Ready to Level Up Your Career? Join Us for a Free, Informative Presentation! What You'll Learn: -  Transform your skills from handyman to business owner! -  Steps to obtain a contractor’s license hassle-free. -  Launching your very own Construction business   Who Should Attend: - Handymen looking to elevate their careers. - Individuals interested in starting their own Construction company. - People eager to learn the basics of the trade and business.   Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Your Journey…

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 starting a business makes sense and if so, specific steps to start the business. The purpose of this course is to provide an overview only.  If you need additional detail or class instruction,…

Learn how ownership and control of your business can change when you live through: Adulthood, Engagement, Parenthood, Marriage, Retirement, Divorce, Death, Illness or Injury and other events people experience. YOU WILL BE SURPRISED. IF YOU JOIN US, YOU'LL BE PREPARED.   Instructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor) and  Attorney who loves helping new and small businesses, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs, and Pro Bono service to people wanting to build their futures. Ben has a reputation for advice…

Are you an aspiring food entrepreneur looking to explore innovative ways to bring your culinary dreams to life? Join us for an engaging workshop that dives into the exciting world of food bending possibilities! Representatives from LA County, Department of Public Health -Environmental Health will discuss the proper permitting rules and procedures of a diverse range of topics, including: Mobile Food Facility Permit: Required for selling food from food trucks, trailers, and carts. Temporary Food Facility Permit: For vendors selling…

One way to increase sales for your business is to become a vendor or contractor to public agencies and private organizations. This workshop will provide an 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…

This webinar is going to cover business law without much legal language. Helpful tools and easy tips to keep you and your business protected. Topics Covered: Ownership Structure choices Liability Protection Contracts, disclaimers, warranties Insurance tips ... Insurance Company Grades Basic credit information Which parts of the government covers your business. Alternate Dispute Resolution. Instructor: Ben Martin (SBDC Advisor) and Attorney who loves helping new and small businesses, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs, and…

Preparing for, Preventing, and reducing the cost and disruption to your business. It's easy to be pulled into a fight that can cost you money, time, and sanity. Learn to set up your liability protections and how they work. See the ways you can use contracts to reduce how much is at stake or lower your costs. We will cover Alternate Dispute Resolution (some call it privat court). ALL DIY, low and no cost. You don't always need an attorney to protect you or lower your…

This in-depth workshop 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…