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April 2026
SBDC & City of Palmdale – Business Planning Canvas as a Tool
A business planning canvas is a business model tool. 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: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design and Build a Business Model Instructor: Claudia Shah REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Commercial Leases: The Basics
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to the basics of commercial leases. Attendees will learn the differences among “gross,” “net” and “triple net” leases; conducting property inspections; rent, abatement, and “common area maintenance” (CAM) charges; use and signage restrictions; personal guarantees; build-out terms and obligations; determining who is responsible for maintenance and repairs; subleasing; and other information business owners should know before signing the lease, including when to “walk away.” c
Find out more »Webinar – Creative Thinking Tools Applied to the Design Process
This webinar will provide the introduction and exposure of specific tools to help teams go through the design process more efficiently while meeting customer requirements. It will use real life scenarios to create an interactive experience, being the most valuable in a short period of time. It will provide different structures to think differently, allowing the design team to identify issues faster, reduce risk and ultimately reduce design time and cost. Instructor: Michael Letson REGISTER NOW
Find out more »SBDC & City of Palmdale – Modelo de Plan de Negocios Canvas
El Plan de Negocios Canvas es una herramienta de modelo de negocio. En este taller, los asistentes aprenderán primero a definir su modelo de negocio. Se les presentará un lienzo de modelo de negocio como herramienta. Los temas son los siguientes: · De la idea de negocio al modelo de negocio · Introducción a los modelos de negocio · Pasos para definir, diseñar y construir un modelo de negocio Instructor: Claudia Shah Teléfono para información - (747-259-9690) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – How to Have Your Site Rank Well with Google
Ready to unlock the secrets to the world’s most powerful search engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this essential free webinar: "How to Have Your Site Rank Well on Google." Darren moves past the "magic tricks" and focusing more on the proven, data-driven strategies that Google uses to determine who gets the top spot and who gets left behind. Claim your spot to this free webinar and start applying these easy-to-do strategies, today! Instructor: Darren Elliott REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
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 – Make Your Site Website Content More Productive with Search Engines
Is your website content working as hard as you are? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this game-changing free webinar: "Make Your Website Content More Productive with Search Engines." Most business owners write for their customers but forget to write for the "bots" that decide who sees that content. Let Darren show you how to satisfy both without breaking a sweat! Claim your spot to this free webinar and start applying these easy-to-do strategies, today! Instructor: Darren Elliott REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses
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 – Protecting the Company’s Content and Other Creative Works: Copyright Basics
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect legal rights in creative materials such as photographs, software, music, videos, website content, educational courses, books, and other publications. Attendees will learn the basics of copyright law; requirements for copyright protection; determining and transferring ownership; the benefits of copyright “registration”; “works made for hire” and important considerations for works created by employees and independent contractors; and how to avoid infringing the copyrights of others. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Increasing Sales: Secrets and Best Practices to Overcome Objections
Looking for ways to increase sales? Experienced a “No” from a potential customer? Come ready to learn about increasing sales through attracting new customers. Sales objections will be unlocked. Tips and techniques to handle objections will be explored. Best practices will be shared, so you are ready to tackle the next “No” from a potential customer with the goal for a “Yes”. Instructor: Anngel Benoun REGISTER NOW
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 – 101 Accounting using QuickBooks Online
This introductory session is face-paced and last 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 acounts, 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. Instructor: Eugene Zapata REGISTER…
Find out more »Webinar – 10 Ways to Improve Your Site’s Mobile User Experience
Is your website a dream or a nightmare for mobile users? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this high-impact free webinar: "10 Ways to Improve Your Site’s Mobile User Experience (UEx)." With over 60% of web traffic now happening on smartphones, a "desktop-only" mindset is costing you customers. Darren’s breaking down the essential adjustments you need to make to keep your mobile visitors happy. Secure your free spot now and walk away with simple, high-impact strategies you can…
Find out more »Webinar – Easy Site Optimization Tips that Improve Site Traffic and Visitor Engagement
Stop letting potential customers slip through the cracks of a clunky website! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this essential free webinar: "Easy Site Optimization Tips to Boost Traffic and Engagement." You don’t need to be a coding genius to see massive results—Darren will be focusing on how you can capitalize on your "low-hanging fruit" that will turn casual browsers into loyal fans. Grab your spot for this free webinar and let Darren show you how to employ…
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 – Creando my Punto de Ventas usando Square
Este seminario web práctico está dirigido a quienes desean aprender a configurar y gestionar Square como su sistema de punto de venta. Square es una opción de pago muy utilizada, conocida por su sencillez y fiabilidad.La sesión cubrirá la configuración inicial, las funciones principales y cómo crear productos, establecer precios y organizar categorías. Mostraremos cómo procesar ventas, gestionar pagos, realizar reembolsos y consultar informes de ventas básicos. Al finalizar el seminario web, se sentirá con la confianza necesaria para utilizar Square…
Find out more »May 2026
Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification
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 – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part III)
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…
Find out more »Webinar – Creating my Point of Sales Using Square
This practical webinar is for those who want to learn how to set up and manage Square as their point-of-sale solution. Square is a widely-used payment option known for its simplicity and reliability. The session will cover initial setup, key features, and how to create products, set prices, and organize categories. We will demonstrate processing sales, managing payments, handling refunds, and reviewing basic sales reports. By the end of the webinar, you will feel confident using Square to manage your…
Find out more »Webinar – 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords
Stop guessing and start growing! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Specialist Darren Elliott for this high-energy, in-depth webinar. Discover the 7 Steps How to Strengthen Your Site’s Keywords to demystify search intent, master key phrases, and drive high-quality traffic to your digital doorstep. So, if you're a small business owner looking to boost your site traffic, this free session provides the actionable tools you need to rank higher. Turn keywords into your business’s growth engine—register today! Instructor: Darren Elliott REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
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)
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
Find out more »Webinar – The Formula to Writing Effective Search Engine Friendly Content
Ready to stop writing for the void and start writing for results? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for an exclusive breakdown of the winning formula for highranking content. Darren will help you learn how to bridge the gap between human storytelling and technical optimization to ensure your message hits home and hits the top of the results page. Sign up today, for this informative free webinar filled with wonderful ethical search engine strategies, you can apply to your…
Find out more »Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners the basics of owning and running a California limited liability company or “LLC,” such as what is an “LLC,” management, operating agreement basics, required and optional filings, member duties and liability, common mistakes, and best practices. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 – 3:15 pm including a 15 minute break
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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