Some say the three most important factors to consider in Real Estate are “Location, Location, Location…….”  This workshop introduces the 4th factor that can make or break a business no matter how good the “location”.  What should you watch out for when deciding to ease space for your business?  You will get a plain English explanation of the most common commercial lease legal language and small print!  This is a great way to learn to deal with the day-to-day legal issues…

Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam. Topics we will cover:  • Business Organization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance, and Liens • Contract Requirements…

Learn what your business needs to consider in selling a product or service. Product liability laws will be reviewed. Legal issues associated with consumer protection laws and customer service is also covered. Warranties and Guaranties, advertisement pitfalls, and the need for written contracts to protect your business. Join Attorney Ben Martin 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…

A California business operates under a DBA (short for "doing business as") when it uses a legal name other than its own to conduct operations. DBAs are sometimes known as "trade names" or "fictitious names," and businesses must register with the California Secretary of State before conducting operations using a DBA. California law requires any sole proprietors, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLCs), or corporations that want to conduct their operations and sign legal documents under a name other than their own…

Do you know the numbers that matter for your business? In this workshop, learn how to review your profit and loss and balance sheet and how to 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 in the company’s profitability. You will also see how to quickly and easily create an online pitch or business plan to present…

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…

Oh no... Trouble has popped up! Learn how to get you ducks in a row when representing yourself or shopping for a lawyer. Steps you should take to prepare yourself that you can do on your own (and avoid costs).  Basics on dealing with the law every business needs to know. Join Attorney Ben Martin 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…

Are you kidding me? Gen Zers spend over 12 hours a day living in the virtual world—that’s six hours more than they spend with their friends…. And why should you care?  Because the technology and VR/AR capability behind these virtual worlds has been converging in such a way as to create a set of interconnected & immersive 3D experiences in the digital space we call the Metaverse… Crazy, no?  Well, it may not seem so crazy when we see that.…

Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam. Topics we will cover: • Business Organization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance, and Liens • Contract Requirements…

Yes.... Legal alternatives to court, that the court system accepts. Faster, Less time, less cost, more user friendly, and often better results for your business. Learn the options available to you, when to use them, and how they work. Most with little or No Cost. Join Attorney Ben Martin 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…

This course covers various topics important to the survival of all small businesses: Legal Structure and Personal Asset Protection, Type of Insurance, Cash Flow Issues, Permits and Licensing, Management styles, an owner’s life choices, the 3 roles you play in your business, and Business planning. Join Attorney Ben Martin 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…

Important Note: At the request of our previous class attendees, due to the amount of material we cover, we have expanded Fast Track from 2 classes of 3 hours to 3 classes of 2 hours.  This should allow more class participation and overall time to digest the amount of information we will be covering…Also, as requested each class will be broken down into instruction, class discussion and a practicum. With that said: Take our 3-day Fast Track “bootcamp” program.  This course…

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…

Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam. Topics we will cover: • Business Organization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance, and Liens • Contract Requirements…

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 •…

Most people lose sight of their true goals in opening a business. Owning and managing a business is a major life change. But often we stop having a life, we lose connection to family and friends. How do you maintain a balance where you can be an effective owner/manager as well as have a life?  If you are a new or established business, learn how to get back on track to having a real life. Be prepared to think and build some solutions for yourself!!!…

Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam.   Topics we will cover: • Business ORganization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance and Liens • Contract…