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February 2026

Webinar – Business Planning #2

Feb 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

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 Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Finding Funding

Feb 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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. There 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 &…

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Webinar – Have an S Corporation?…Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees

Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Have an S Corporation?...Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees Are you an S Corporation shareholder and employee?  Thinking about becoming an S Corporation? Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: ·       Reasonable Compensation ·       In compliance or not? ·       Options to Consider   Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans

Feb 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that 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. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Customer Retention Economics: Why Keeping Customers Beats Finding New Ones

Feb 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

    Acquisition costs are rising, but retention is where profit lives. Learn to calculate customer lifetime value, reduce churn, implement win-back campaigns, and build systems that keep customers buying again and again. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – California’s New 2026 Laws Every Small Business Owner Should Know

Feb 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol   This webinar will present new California laws effective January 1, 2026 that every small business owner should know, including minimum wage increases, tips, and other employment laws, healthcare, and consumer privacy.   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

Feb 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

Feb 19 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

    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 ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

Feb 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 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 life. Break 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Finding Funding 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM…

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March 2026

Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

Mar 4 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

Mar 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?...Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some screening tips to help make it a bit easier? Learn about potential resources to explore, questions to ask for rating/ranking the choices, deciding which…

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Mar 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

Mar 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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 ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)

Mar 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Mar 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The 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. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses

Mar 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that 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. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

Mar 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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April 2026

Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

Apr 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)

Apr 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Apr 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Apr 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The 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. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

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May 2026

Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

May 6 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

May 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)

May 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

May 14 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Learn 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,…

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

May 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 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 life. Break 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Finding Funding 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM…

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Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses

May 28 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that 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. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

May 28 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

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June 2026

Webinar – Have an S Corporation?…Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees

Jun 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Have an S Corporation?...Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees Are you an S Corporation shareholder and employee?  Thinking about becoming an S Corporation? Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: ·       Reasonable Compensation ·       In compliance or not? ·       Options to Consider   Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

Jun 4 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California.  Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

    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 ). Instructor: Charles Yacoobian   REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Jun 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

    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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Jun 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The 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. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses

Jun 25 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that 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. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

Jun 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

July 2026

Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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! Instructor: Helene Liatsos REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Jul 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The 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. Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW

Find out more »

August 2026

Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

Aug 13 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Learn 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,…

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

Aug 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 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 life. Break 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Finding Funding 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM…

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November 2026

Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

Nov 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Introduction to Entrepreneurship - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Learn 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,…

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break

Nov 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Instructor: Gerald Anderson Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  How to Start a Small Business 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 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 life. Break 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Webinar - Veterans, Military and Spouses Series:  Finding Funding 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM…

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