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SUMMARY:Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012\, with over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry.  This webinar is for anyone who is interested in exploring the feasibility of opening a full service\, quick service\, or other brick and mortar location. \nCome with your questions. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-restaurant-101-step-by-step-overview-on-opening-a-restaurant-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part I)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-steps-for-running-a-corporation-part-i/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:101 Accounting using QUICKBOOKS ONLINE \nThis introductory session is fast-paced and lasts 1.5 hours\, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard\, set up basic accounts\, review the chart of accounts\, create invoices\, track expenses\, and incorporate bank transactions. The session also covers understanding key reports. Emphasis will be placed on real-world applications and best practices\, empowering participants to confidently manage their financial data using QuickBooks Online. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-101-quickbooks-online-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222020Z
CREATED:20261030T222020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222020Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Steps for Running a Corporation (Part II)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-steps-for-running-a-corporation-part-ii/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222021Z
CREATED:20261030T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222021Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models.\nFrom Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. \nThis webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream\,\nand show steps to each with easily explained phases. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012\,\nwith over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry. \nThis webinar is for anyone who is interested in bringing a food product to market and getting into the Food Industry. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-fundamentals-of-food-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T151500
DTSTAMP:20261030T222025Z
CREATED:20261030T222025Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Gerald Anderson \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nLearn how to successfully make the transition from military servicemember to civilian entrepreneur\, and how some of the very skills and resources that you developed during military service afford you a competitive advantage.  Topics include:   transitioning from military pay to civilian income\, identifying some common mistakes made by first-time entrepreneurs\, getting your idea ‘business-ready’\, identifying the various pre-Launch\, Launch\, and post-Launch activities\, and discussing the funding and financing options. \nBreak – 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Capturing Your Business Ideas 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM \nLearn how to develop your business idea and help on the path to launching/growing a small business – how to get that idea off the couch and into reality.  Topics include: understanding the basic elements that model the business venture\, identifying the key issues of each model element\, and discussing the factors critical for success. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-veterans-military-and-spouses-series-100-315-pm-including-a-15-minute-break/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Launching A New Business,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222051Z
CREATED:20261030T222051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222051Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE – Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Esta sesión introductoria es dinámica y tiene una duración de 1\,5 horas\, diseñada específicamente para no financieros que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control\, configurar cuentas básicas\, revisar el plan de cuentas\, crear facturas\, registrar gastos e integrar transacciones bancarias. La sesión también aborda la comprensión de los informes clave. Se hará hincapié en las aplicaciones prácticas y las mejores prácticas\, lo que permitirá a los participantes gestionar sus datos financieros con confianza utilizando QuickBooks. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-101-quickbooks-online-spanish-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222108Z
CREATED:20261030T222108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222108Z
UID:10000327-1794916800-1794920400@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webiinar – I Filed the Articles\, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)
DESCRIPTION: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; authorizing\, offering\, and issuing shares of stock (including shares issued to founders and investors); understanding who is an “accredited investor” or who has a “preexisting relationship” with the corporation under federal and California law; rules for selling shares of stock to out-of-state purchasers; basic terms in stock purchase agreements; and maintaining a stock ledger. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webiinar-i-filed-the-articles-now-what-next-step-for-running-a-corporation-part-iii/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222138Z
CREATED:20261030T222138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222138Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Ways to Impact Your Sales and Increase Customer Engagement
DESCRIPTION:  \nHave customers…are you reaching them?  Want and need customers?  Come ready to learn tips and techniques\nto help increase engagement and attract potential new customers using social media and other tools. \nInstructor: Anngel Benoun \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-ways-to-impact-your-sales-and-increase-customer-engagement/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222140Z
CREATED:20261030T222140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222140Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar  – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\nInstructor: Helene Liatsos \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-explore-starting-your-home-based-business-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222155Z
CREATED:20261030T222155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222155Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:101 Accounting using QUICKBOOKS ONLINE \nThis introductory session is fast-paced and lasts 1.5 hours\, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard\, set up basic accounts\, review the chart of accounts\, create invoices\, track expenses\, and incorporate bank transactions. The session also covers understanding key reports. Emphasis will be placed on real-world applications and best practices\, empowering participants to confidently manage their financial data using QuickBooks Online. \nInstructor: Eugene Zapata \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-101-quickbooks-online-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222211Z
CREATED:20261030T222211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222211Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Doing Business Online: Electronic Contracts\, Signatures\, and Records
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss using electronic contracts\, signatures\, and records online with customers and vendors; enforceability issues; electronic vs. “digital” signatures; federal and state laws such as E-SIGN and UETA\, and “must have” terms and legal issues in electronic contracting. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-doing-business-online-electronic-contracts-signatures-and-records/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222227Z
CREATED:20261030T222227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222227Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012\, with over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry.  This webinar is for anyone who is interested in exploring the feasibility of opening a full service\, quick service\, or other brick and mortar location. \nCome with your questions. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-restaurant-101-step-by-step-overview-on-opening-a-restaurant-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222229Z
CREATED:20261030T222229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222229Z
UID:10000344-1795089600-1795093200@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Small business owners – Will You Have Enough Retirement Income? Why Paying Self-Employment Tax & Saving for Retirement Matters!
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nWebinar – Small business owners – Will You Have Enough Retirement Income? Why Paying Self-Employment Tax & Saving for Retirement Matters! \nCome and learn about preparing for retirement as a small business owner or entrepreneur.  Are you thinking about your business profits as a contribution to the future? \nTips will be shared to help you navigate the path to retirement from your business. \nInstructor: Charles Yacoobian \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-small-business-owners-will-you-have-enough-retirement-income-why-paying-self-employment-tax-saving-for-retirement-matters-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T151500
DTSTAMP:20261030T222235Z
CREATED:20261030T222235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222235Z
UID:10000345-1795093200-1795101300@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Gerald Anderson \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nLearn 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 life. \nBreak 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM \nWebinar – Veterans\, Military and Spouses Series:  Finding Funding 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM \nExplore a variety of funding types for your business.  Capital is critical for all businesses.  The type of business\, your capital needs\, and additional factors may influence what you explore.  There are many types of capital including owner investment\, profit reinvestment\, loans from a bank\, loans from alternative financial resources(non-banks)\, equipment financing\, tax credits\, supplier credit\, credit lines\, equity lines\, Angel Investors\, Venture Capital Investors\, money invested by family & friends\, Crowd Funding\, etc. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-veterans-military-and-spouses-series-100-315-pm-including-a-15-minute-break-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Launching A New Business,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222236Z
CREATED:20261030T222236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222236Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-1-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222237Z
CREATED:20261030T222237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222237Z
UID:10000348-1795521600-1795525200@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – How to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-how-to-start-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Launching A New Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222238Z
CREATED:20261030T222238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222238Z
UID:10000349-1795521600-1795525200@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Negotiating a Stock (Equity) Purchase Agreement: The Basics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide small business owners with information for negotiating a stock (equity) purchase agreement such as conducting “due diligence\,” determining the proper parties; securities law considerations; negotiating the purchase price\, using an escrow company; promissory notes and security agreements\, standard contract terms to look out for; and post-closing considerations. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-negotiating-a-stock-equity-purchase-agreement-the-basics/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Finance
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222256Z
CREATED:20261030T222256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222256Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models.\nFrom Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. \nThis webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream\,\nand show steps to each with easily explained phases. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012\,\nwith over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry. \nThis webinar is for anyone who is interested in bringing a food product to market and getting into the Food Industry. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-fundamentals-of-food-businesses-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T224025Z
CREATED:20261030T223523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T224025Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #2
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-2-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T224035Z
CREATED:20261030T224035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T224035Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar – Finding Funding
DESCRIPTION:Explore a variety of funding types for your business including disaster assistance related.  Capital is critical for all businesses.  The type of business\, your capital needs\, and additional factors may influence what you explore\, along with the current climate. \nThere are many types of capital including owner investment\, profit reinvestment\, loans from a bank\, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks)\, equipment financing\, tax credits\, supplier credit\, credit lines\, equity lines\, Angel Investors\, Venture Capital Investors\, money invested by family & friends\, Crowd Funding\, etc. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-finding-funding-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223621Z
CREATED:20261030T223621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223621Z
UID:10000353-1796299200-1796302800@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012\, with over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry.  This webinar is for anyone who is interested in exploring the feasibility of opening a full service\, quick service\, or other brick and mortar location. \nCome with your questions. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-restaurant-101-step-by-step-overview-on-opening-a-restaurant-4/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/food-business-1-qUj53u.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T224137Z
CREATED:20261030T224137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T224137Z
UID:10000362-1796299200-1796302800@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – “Home Improvement Contracts”: The Basics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide the legal requirements for “home improvement contracts” used by roofers\, flooring companies and other contractors regulated by the California State License Board (CSLB)\, such as homeowner 3-day\, 5-day and 7-day cancellation rights\, using “home improvement salespersons”; and insurance\, workers compensation and other mandated disclosures. \nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-home-improvement-contracts-the-basics/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/profit-58-1-XkE7Ql.png
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223651Z
CREATED:20261030T223651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223651Z
UID:10000354-1796724000-1796729400@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-1-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/business-tools-1-WlsdQ9-tlq9vd.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223801Z
CREATED:20261030T223723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223801Z
UID:10000355-1796731200-1796734800@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow\, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business\, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: \n• Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch \n• Identify Business Structures \n• Discuss Key Marketing\, Sales and Financial Issues \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/introduction-to-entrepreneurship-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Launching A New Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223808Z
CREATED:20261030T223808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223808Z
UID:10000357-1796731200-1796734800@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nFundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models.\nFrom Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. \nThis webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream\,\nand show steps to each with easily explained phases. \nPresented by Kevin McVearry\, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012\,\nwith over 30 years of experience opening and operating various entities in the restaurant industry. \nThis webinar is for anyone who is interested in bringing a food product to market and getting into the Food Industry. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-fundamentals-of-food-businesses-4/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/restaurant-1-hJVrZ0.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223831Z
CREATED:20261030T223811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223831Z
UID:10000356-1796817600-1796821200@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar  – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
DESCRIPTION: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! \nInstructor: Helene Liatsos \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-explore-starting-your-home-based-business-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223923Z
CREATED:20261030T223923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223923Z
UID:10000358-1796904000-1796907600@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Intellectual Property (IP): The Basics
DESCRIPTION:Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create\, protect and enforce their IP and related rights\, as well as how to help prevent or help reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. \nThis presentation will educate small business owners on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights\, trademarks\, trade secrets and patents-how to own\, protect and enforce IP rights\, and avoid infringing the IP rights of others. \nPresenter: Erica Bristol \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-intellectual-property-ip-the-basics/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Untitled-design-2-1-5TTj1x.png
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223947Z
CREATED:20261030T223947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T223947Z
UID:10000359-1797415200-1797420600@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #2
DESCRIPTION:This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build\, design\, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas as a tool.  Topics are below: \n· Building Blocks for the Business Model\n· Introduction to Business Model Tool \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-2-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/profit-78-O9nVHm-PWs8d7.png
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261216T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T224006Z
CREATED:20261030T224006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T224006Z
UID:10000360-1797422400-1797426000@cocsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
DESCRIPTION:Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-entrepreneur-business-owner-tools-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cocsbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/business-tools-1-WlsdQ9-tlq9vd.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by College of the Canyons":MAILTO:sbdc@canyons.edu
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