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November 2025
Webinar – Business Model #2
REGISTER NOW Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: Creating a Business Plan Goal Development Business Development Marketing Plans Advertising Strategies Financials – Overview
Find out more »Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”
REGISTER NOW Come and join the SBDC for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers? Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips on how to create and improve your digital footprint: Picking Social Media Platforms for…
Find out more »Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
REGISTER NOW Lots to do and not enough time? Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time.
Find out more »Webinar – New! SBDC AI Office Hours
Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi Ready to make AI actually work for your small business? Free and open to all Los Angeles Regional Network SBDC Clients Join our weekly AI Office Hours, a live and interactive Zoom session designed to help you explore, understand, and apply the latest AI tools to grow your business. Each Wednesday from 12:00–1:30 PM PST, SBDC Advisor Ramin Ramhormozi will kick things off with a short AI mini-training or live audit (20–30 minutes). Then we’ll open the floor for your questions, demos, and screen…
Find out more »Webinar – Integración de su tienda online (Square) con su sistema de contabilidad
Aquare POS es ampliamente utilizado por minoristasrestaurantes y proveedores de servicios gracias a su interfaz intuitiva y sus funciones. Si actualmente utiliza QuickBooks Online o WAVE y está considerando incorporar Square como su sistema de punto de venta (POS) o procesador de pagos, lo invitamos a nuestro seminario web. En esta sesión, aprenderá a integrar Square con su software actual y explorará algunas funciones importantes. Instructor: Eugene Zapata REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
REGISTER NOW Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases. Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening…
Find out more »Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part I)
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners the basics of California corporations, such as what is a “corporation,” special types of corporations, director and officer roles, bylaws, required and optional filings, duties and liability of directors and officers, common mistakes, and best practices. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Online – Transacciones Comunes (español)
REGISTER NOW Este seminario web está diseñado para aquellos que no tienen experiencia financiera pero han asistido a nuestro seminario web introductorio. Utilizaremos ejemplos sencillos para demostrar cómo gestionar transacciones comerciales básicas, como facturación, compras, importación y conciliación de transacciones bancarias. Nuestro principal objetivo es ayudarle a sentirse más cómodo y seguro al utilizar la herramienta generando confianza.
Find out more »Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”
REGISTER NOW Come and join the SBDC for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers? Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips on how to create and improve your digital footprint: Picking Social Media Platforms for…
Find out more »Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
REGISTER NOW This informational Webinar, will give you a good overview of what it takes to Start Your Own Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and doing what you want to do in life. From selecting a business and getting it registered to how to balance your home life with our work life, this introduction will help you move forward towards entrepreneurship!
Find out more »Webinar – New! SBDC AI Office Hours
Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi Ready to make AI actually work for your small business? Free and open to all Los Angeles Regional Network SBDC Clients Join our weekly AI Office Hours, a live and interactive Zoom session designed to help you explore, understand, and apply the latest AI tools to grow your business. Each Wednesday from 12:00–1:30 PM PST, SBDC Advisor Ramin Ramhormozi will kick things off with a short AI mini-training or live audit (20–30 minutes). Then we’ll open the floor for your questions, demos,…
Find out more »Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses
REGISTER NOW Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? This webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation. Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions.
Find out more »Webinar – Canva 102
Take your brand to new heights with Canva. Our intermediate workshop goes way beyond graphics to show you how to fully leverage Canva to elevate your business. You'll learn tips and tricks to: - Create stunning branded templates, presentations, social posts - Build an impressive online presence and aesthetic - Streamline your workflow and manage visual assets - Walk away with actionable techniques to showcase your brand and engage audiences. Note: We recommend our Canva 101 class if you're new…
Find out more »Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant
REGISTER NOW Are you perfecting recipes? Have you been told…you should open a restaurant after friends and family taste your creations? Are you a chef dreaming of opening a restaurant? “Restaurant 101 – Step by Step Overview on opening a restaurant is the opportunity to explore. Starting with the menu, a plan, and profitability you can explore your dream before spending money. Presented by Kevin McVearry, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012, with over 30 years of…
Find out more »Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part II)
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners how to prepare basic corporate documents such as statements of information; holding director and shareholder meetings, preparing motions and minutes, voting requirements; and other corporate formalities required by the company’s bylaws, operating agreement or by law. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs
Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Online – Common Transactions
REGISTER NOW This webinar is designed for those who do not have a financial background but have attended our introductory webinar. We will use simple examples to demonstrate how to manage basic business transactions such as invoicing, purchasing, importing, and reconciling bank transactions. Our main goal is to help you feel more comfortable and confident when using the tool by building trust.
Find out more »Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”
REGISTER NOW Come and join the SBDC for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers? Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips on how to create and improve your digital footprint: Picking Social Media Platforms for…
Find out more »Webinar – New! SBDC AI Office Hours
Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi Ready to make AI actually work for your small business? Free and open to all Los Angeles Regional Network SBDC Clients Join our weekly AI Office Hours, a live and interactive Zoom session designed to help you explore, understand, and apply the latest AI tools to grow your business. Each Wednesday from 12:00–1:30 PM PST, SBDC Advisor Ramin Ramhormozi will kick things off with a short AI mini-training or live audit (20–30 minutes). Then we’ll open the floor for your questions, demos, and screen…
Find out more »December 2025
Webinar – Business Planning #1
REGISTER NOW Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: Creating a Business Plan Goal Development Business Development Marketing Plans Advertising Strategies Financials – Overview
Find out more »Webinar – AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training
Come and join the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn about resources available to help your business prepare, explore and pursue Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement opportunities. The goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity. Opportunity examples include construction, specialty contractors, manufacturing, digital signage, wholesalers, furniture, architectural services, landscaping…
Find out more »Webinar – New! SBDC AI Office Hours
Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi Ready to make AI actually work for your small business? Free and open to all Los Angeles Regional Network SBDC Clients Join our weekly AI Office Hours, a live and interactive Zoom session designed to help you explore, understand, and apply the latest AI tools to grow your business. Each Wednesday from 12:00–1:30 PM PST, SBDC Advisor Ramin Ramhormozi will kick things off with a short AI mini-training or live audit (20–30 minutes). Then we’ll open the floor for your questions, demos, and screen…
Find out more »Webinar – How to Start Your Business
REGISTER NOW 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 to life.
Find out more »Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses
The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification offers several benefits to veterans with disabilities who are looking to establish or grow their businesses, including a 3% set-aside requirement by the State of California. Join us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the DVBE designation and other Veteran designations/certifications. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)
Instructor: Erica Bristol This webinar will explain the legal requirements for offering and selling a corporation’s shares of stock every small business must know, such as understanding why stock is a “security”; compliance with state and federal securities laws, including securities registration and “private offering” exemptions; authorized investor” or who has a “preexisting relationship” with the offeror under federal and California law; rules for selling shares of stock to out-of-state purchasers; basic terms in stock purchase g, offering, and issuing…
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