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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
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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
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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
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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
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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:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20261104T164513Z
CREATED:20261104T164513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164513Z
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SUMMARY:Build Your 2027 Brand Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Don’t wait until January to plan your growth. Whether business is thriving or needs a boost\, November/Dec is the time to get your brand and marketing ready for 2027.\n You’ll walk away with:\n  A quarterly marketing roadmap Your top 3 business and marketing priorities A 2027 campaign and promotion calendar A 30-day action plan to get started in December  Start the new year with a strategy\, not guesswork.\n Presented by: Business Advisor\, Asia David\n *The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before and the day of the webinar.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/build-your-2027-brand-marketing-plan/
CATEGORIES:Sales
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222229Z
CREATED:20261030T222229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222229Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T151500
DTSTAMP:20261030T222235Z
CREATED:20261030T222235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222235Z
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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:  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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T170000
DTSTAMP:20261106T164538Z
CREATED:20261106T164538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T164538Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Business Plan Overview
DESCRIPTION:Building a successful business requires vision\, and the coordination of efforts in several areas. The process of starting and running a business can be overwhelming without a good plan. A good solution to understanding all of the moving parts of your business is to write a business plan.\n In this webinar we will discuss:\n -The internal and external purposes of a business plan\n -A review of the types of plans: Traditional\, one page\, Canvas\, Pitch Deck\n -Writing strategies and tips\, including length\, format\, time goals.\n -Review of all sections: Executive summary\, Mission/vision\, Products & Services\, Mgmt. &Team\, Marketing\, Operations and Financing\n -Review of Start-up costs and Projected Profit and loss projections in Excel\n All participants will receive a copy of PowerPoint\, Excel financial projection forms and business plan template after the webinar. \n Instructor: Charlie Lowe (SBDC Advisor) Over the last 20 years\, he has acted as a consultant tothe Small Business Development Centers and Centers for International Trade Development for El Camino Community College\, Long Beach City College\, and for Loyola Marymount University. He has 30 years’ experience in small business and international trade\, having done business in 45 countries throughout Asia\, Europe\, the Middle East and Latin America.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-business-plan-overview-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Plan
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222237Z
CREATED:20261030T222237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222237Z
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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
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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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T143000
DTSTAMP:20261030T222257Z
CREATED:20261030T222257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T222257Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Biz Basics: Lean Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:Lean business planning is not what you think. Not a big formal plan. Not just for startups. Quick and practical tool for managing through a crisis. \nIt’s as quick and easy as a few simple bullet point lists and tables to set down milestones and metrics. Plus powerful tools to manage sales\, spending\, and cash flow. Make a quick dashboard for getting through a crisis. \nJoin this webinar as Tim Berry\, founder of bplans.com and Palo Alto Software\, shares the simplicity and ease of lean business planning\, including: \n\nA simple\, powerful approach to steering for any business—existing\, startup or in the planning stage.\nEasy ways to stay focused\, grow faster and adjust quickly to change.\nHow and why to review and revise regularly to simplify and watch the important milestones.\nWhen to stick to the plan\, when to change it\, and how to tell the difference.\nWhat business owners need to know about forecasting sales\, expenses\, and cash flow\, and how to manage ongoing results.\nSetting priorities for long term and managing steps in the short term.\nQuick scenarios to consider options during the crisis\nThe presentation will be followed by Q & A to allow time for participation and discussion.\n\nPresented By: Tim Berry (Entrepreneur and Founder of Palo Alto Software). \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-biz-basics-lean-business-planning/
LOCATION:Webinar – ECC\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T113000
DTSTAMP: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T120000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164518Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR The Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. We will discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and the important steps that need to be taken to begin your business. \n Topics of discussion will include:\n -What it takes to be an entrepreneur\n -Legal requirements and different legal types including sole proprietorship (DBA)\, and LLC and S-Corp\,\n -Building your team of experts\, including CPA’s\, Atty\, Bank\, Web and marketing experts and industry mentor\n -Office set-up and establishing your record keeping and accounting systems\n -Business planning and the process of writing a business plan\n -Calculating your start-up costs and financing of your business.\n All participants will receive a copy of the PowerPoint\, Excel financial projection forms\, a list of start-up legal steps and website links after the webinar. \n Instructor: Charlie Lowe (SBDC Advisor) andbusiness consultant to the Small Business Development Centers and Centers for International Trade Development for El Camino Community College\, Long Beach City College\, and for Loyola Marymount University. He has 30 years’ experience in small business and international trade\, having done business in 45 countries throughout Asia\, Europe\, the Middle East and Latin America.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-the-basics-of-starting-a-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T153000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164518Z
CREATED:20261105T164518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T164518Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR The Art of Informational Interview: Communication to Scale Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides participants with best practices for scheduling and showcasing theirbusiness during a scheduled videoconferencing or in-person meeting. Learn best practices forreaching out to prospective clients\, preparing your verbal and visual presentation and effectivelycommunicating during the meeting. What are some of the do’s and don’ts in this process? Whenshould you follow up? When to move on? This is one workshop you won’t want to miss.\n Instructor: Saida Pagan (SBDC Advisor) media trainer\, communication specialist and journalist. ln addition to having extensive experience as a television reporter\, host\, and producer\, her stories have appeared in a number of online print publications. As a media trainer\, she has helped people from all walks of life to prepare for media interviews and communicate effectively during times of crisis.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-the-art-of-informational-interview-communication-to-scale-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T194500
DTSTAMP:20261105T164519Z
CREATED:20261105T164519Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business\, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus\, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed.\n Attendance is required for existing\, pre-venture and early start-up businesses. Orientation is offeredthree to four times per month.\n Please check our calendar:https://southbaysbdc.org/workshops/.for additional dates.\n Instructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor)has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-orientation-what-the-sbdc-can-do-for-you-4/
CATEGORIES:Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T110000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164519Z
CREATED:20261105T164519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T164519Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:How much will it cost to start your business? What are the different categories of costs I need to be concerned about? Financial preparation is key so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture.\n Topics include:\n  Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses Calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs Ongoing expenses Conducting a margin analysis and a break-even analysis Initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on session.\n Instructor: Andrew Strachan (SBDC Advisor) has many years of financial analysis expertise. He served as financial analyst/VP of finance for over 20 years in the U.S. and Europe\, following an earlier career at two start-ups. Heleverages his experience for the benefit of his SBDC clients\, as he assists them with financial model development\, financial statement creation and review\, along with strategy development\, business planning and working with investors (pitch deck review\, business plan\, presentations).
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-biz-basics-how-to-estimate-startup-costs-cash-flow/
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Budget
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T163000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164520Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowd funding and the process for raising capital from friends and family will be discussed. Details on what you need to know to apply for a business loan\, as well the required documents and paperwork needed for the application process will be provided.\n The various types of financial institutions and which institutions are currently loaning money and what you will need to qualify will be presented. We will make sure that you know all you need to know about credit!\n Instructor: Larry Johnson (SBDC Advisor)has been a core advisor at the SBDC since 2012. His dual specialties are in the food & beverage industry\, as well as debt and equity consulting.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-money-matters-how-to-finance-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Financing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T193000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164520Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Wave Accounting for Startups and Service Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately\, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave\, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track.Wave is designed forsmall business owners. No jargon\, just an easy accounting software for small business that makes sense. This webinar is not for companies with inventory.\n Instructor: Maureen Thielen (SBDC Advisor). She provides bookkeeping\, accounting and tax consulting services to new and existing businesses. After working for more than 15 years at regional CPA firms\, Maureen now trains clients on QBO\, QB Desktop\, payroll and other financial software.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-wave-accounting-for-startups-and-service-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Budget
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T120000
DTSTAMP:20261105T164520Z
CREATED:20261105T164520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T164520Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers
DESCRIPTION:As consumers get younger & more tech-savvy\, businesses need to pivot to find and appeal to new customers. We will investigate the strategies used by successful companies\, and look at the various areas that you can adapt your business in the Digital age. Keeping up with the times is vitally important to keep your edge in a competitive marketplace.\n You will learn how to use technology to:\n  Find new customers Improve your customer communications Get more leads and sales Integrate your business tools And more…  Instructor: Omari Valentine (SBDC Advisor) andexperienced digital project manager and business owner in the fields of marketing and web solutions. He specializes in web design\, development and SEO for small businesses. He offers businesses knowledge of the digital landscape and helps them understand the options available to build and maintain a healthy web presence.
URL:https://cocsbdc.org/workshop/webinar-e-smarts-how-to-use-technology-to-adapt-your-business-and-reach-new-customers/
CATEGORIES:Internet/Web Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T223621Z
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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-4/
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:20261203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T224137Z
CREATED:20261030T224137Z
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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
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