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July 2021
Ask an Advisor?- Starts, Pivots, Funding & Covid Recovery Q&A
We are here to address your concerns regarding business starts, pivots, funding and COVID recovery. Senior business advisors will be on hand to address your queries on strategies, tactics to start fund, pivot and recover. Topics can include: • Disaster funding resources • PPP forgiveness • How to start a new business and thrive in this environment • Marketing pivots to address changes caused by COVID • How to strategically address your market position • Branding • Cash management •…
Find out more »WEBINAR The Basics of Exporting
This workshop will provide new-to-export and new-to-market clients with information on getting started in international trade. International trade basics will be provided as we walk through to the four export development stages and are introduced to trade assistance resources on the federal, state and local level. Attendees will receive a FREE online copy of Braddock’s The World Is Your Market: Exporting Made Easier for Small Businesses. Instructor: Charlie Lowe 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 •…
Find out more »WEBINAR Adapting Your Business for Success in a Digital World
“As the needs of your customers shift, so must your business strategy. Gain insights on how to use digital marketing to reinvent your business and grow your customer base without a massive investment. You will learn how to use digital marketing to • Locate new markets • Leverage business partnerships • Communicate changes to operations • Improve your sales funnel • And more… Instructor: Omari Valentine REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: Speaker Series with Littler Mendelson, Employment & Labor Law Solutions
In this workshop, we will discuss employment law tips for small businesses in a COVID era. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about Littler Mendelson’s advisory services. Speakers: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC Advisor) and Alecia Winfield, Esq. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Structure
One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: Permit processes, reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business, business licensing requirements, and a brief discussion on the implications of legal structures. This decision will have long-term implications, so consult with an accountant and attorney to help you select the form of ownership that is right for you. In making a…
Find out more »WEBINAR – Ask an Advisor?- Starts, Pivots, Funding & Covid Recovery Q&A
We are here to address your concerns regarding business starts, pivots, funding and COVID recovery. Senior business advisors will be on hand to address your queries on strategies, tactics to start fund, pivot and recover. Topics can include: • Disaster funding resources • PPP forgiveness • How to start a new business and thrive in this environment • Marketing pivots to address changes caused by COVID • How to strategically address your market position • Branding • Cash management…
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: Speaker Series with South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB)
In this workshop, we will discuss workforce strategies for small businesses. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about South Bay Workforce Investment Board’s programs and services. Speakers: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC Advisor) and Don Perry from SBWIB. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR The Future of Work After Covid (3 Part Series)
3 part Series - Thursdays, July 15th, 22nd & 29th at 6pm We will discuss return to work strategies and trends, how to successfully implement a hybrid work model, and how companies can foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in their company culture and business practices. Presenter: Danielle Jenkins REGISTER NOW
Find out more »August 2021
WEBINAR Employee Retention Credit workshop
The 2020 and 2021 Employee Retention Credit Webinar. During this one-hour webinar, you will learn how to get the employee retention credit for your business. You will learn how to calculate your 2020 and/or your 2021 employee retention credit. You will also learn how to prepare and submit the payroll forms necessary to claim this very valuable credit. This is for companies with employees only. Instructor: Maureen Thielen REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: LinkedIn Recruitment Tips in a Covid Era
In this workshop, we will discuss LinkedIn recruitment tips for small businesses. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we address common recruitment challenges and opportunities. What we will cover: • Developing a recruitment plan • Set-up LinkedIn pages and job posting • Best practices for connecting and searching for talent • Features, tools, and services to help with recruitment Speakers: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC Advisor) 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 •…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Structure
One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: Permit processes, reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business, business licensing requirements, and a brief discussion on the implications of legal structures. This decision will have long-term implications, so consult with an accountant and attorney to help you select the form of ownership that is right for you. In making a…
Find out more »September 2021
WEBINAR Legal Structure
One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: Permit processes, reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business, business licensing requirements, and a brief discussion on the implications of legal structures. This decision will have long-term implications, so consult with an accountant and attorney to help you select the form of ownership that is right for you. In making a…
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 •…
Find out more »WEBINAR – Ask an Advisor? Starts, Pivots, Funding & Covid Recovery Q&A
We are here to address your concerns regarding business starts, pivots, funding and COVID recovery. Senior business advisors will be on hand to address your queries on strategies, tactics to start fund, pivot and recover. Topics can include: • Disaster funding resources • PPP forgiveness • How to start a new business and thrive in this environment • Marketing pivots to address changes caused by COVID • How to strategically address your market position • Branding • Cash management •…
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: California New Hire Documents
In this workshop, we will discuss California new hire documents for small businesses. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about human resources and information. What we will cover: • CA new hire documentation • Best practices for storing electronic documents • Sending a document to government agencies • HR technology to manage your e-files Speaker: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: HR Strategy for Small Business in a COVID Era
In this workshop, we will discuss HR strategy for small businesses in a COVID era - the top 4 focus areas. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about human resources and information. What we will cover: • Compliance and establishing systems • Workforce planning • The administrative side of HR • Training and development Speaker: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Adapting Your Business for Success in a Digital World
“As the needs of your customers shift, so must your business strategy. Gain insights on how to use digital marketing to reinvent your business and grow your customer base without a massive investment. You will learn how to use digital marketing to: • Locate new markets • Leverage business partnerships • Communicate changes to operations • Improve your sales funnel • And more! Instructor: Omari Valentine REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR – Ask an Advisor? Starts, Pivots, Funding & Covid Recovery Q&A
We are here to address your concerns regarding business starts, pivots, funding and COVID recovery. Senior business advisors will be on hand to address your queries on strategies, tactics to start fund, pivot and recover. Topics can include: • Disaster funding resources • PPP forgiveness • How to start a new business and thrive in this environment • Marketing pivots to address changes caused by COVID • How to strategically address your market position • Branding • Cash management •…
Find out more »October 2021
WEBINAR Legal Structure
One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured. Topics include: Permit processes, reviewing how to apply for the permits needed to operate a business, business licensing requirements, and a brief discussion on the implications of legal structures. This decision will have long-term implications, so consult with an accountant and attorney to help you select the form of ownership that is right for you. In making a…
Find out more »WEBINAR The Basics of Starting a Business in Covid Times
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. Topics for discussion determining the feasibility of your business, the importance of business planning, understanding financial and licensing requirements and more. Instructor: Charlie Lowe REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: Onboarding New Hires
In this workshop, we will discuss how to onboard new hires for small businesses. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about human resources and information. What we will cover: • Design and implement and onboarding program • Best practices for onboarding process (in-person and remote) • How to train new hires and set up employees for engagement and growth • Tools and resources to use in onboarding program Speakers: Danielle Jenkins (SBDC…
Find out more »WEBINAR Employee Retention Credit Workshop
During this one-hour webinar, you will learn how to get the employee retention credit for your business. You will learn how to calculate your 2020 and/or your 2021 employee retention credit. You will also learn how to prepare and submit the payroll forms necessary to claim this very valuable credit. This is for companies with employees only. Instructor: Maureen Thielen REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR HR Hot Topics: Employee Benefit Trends Post COVID
In this workshop, we will discuss employee benefits trends for small businesses post-Covid. We will address best practices, resources, and FAQs. In addition, we will provide information about human resources and information. What we will cover: • 2021 employee benefit trends • Employee benefit planning • Evaluate the best vendors and providers • What to expect in 2022 Speakers: Danielle Jenkins REGISTER NOW
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