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May 2023

Webinar – Writing for Fun, Profit and to Promote

May 17, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Victor Benoun is an entrepreneur, speaker and author, having been published by traditional publishers as well as being self-published. He has used his writing as a means to promote his company and business as well as to create an additional revenue source.   We hope you will join us for this content rich webinar.   In this webinar you will learn:   The number one road block that stops new authors in their tracks from achieving their dreams of writing…

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Webinar: I Filed the Articles, Now What? “Next Steps” for Running a Corporation

May 18, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

This webinar will teach the “next steps”  involved in starting up and running a corporation, such as filing the Statement of Information; appointing the initial board of directors/officers; issuing shares and creating share purchase agreements; the role, duties and liability of directors/officers; preparing and following bylaws; meetings and minutes; selling/transferring shares; California corporation statutes to be aware of; “Piercing the Corporate Veil” and other acts creating shareholder personal liability; and dissolving the corporation. REGISTER NOW

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June 2023

: Webinar – How to Start Your Business

Jun 7, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

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. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Screening Your Business Ideas

Jun 7, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Have lots of business ideas and trying to decide which one to move forward with?  Come ready to learn an easy to apply process for prioritizing and evaluating business ideas with next steps to take. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Jun 8, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Some people are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial.  This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”.  The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life.  Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Types of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Economic…

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Webinar: ADA Website Accessibility Basics

Jun 8, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

This webinar will teach small business owners the basics of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website accessibility, such as understanding the ADA laws; WCAG accessibility standards; alt tags and screen readers; and potential liability for noncompliance. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar: Startup Activities – A Financial Perspective

Jun 8, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Have the idea for the business and getting ready to move forward with the business launch?  Learn the next steps to help navigate and launch your new business or continue the path where obstacles occurred along the way: Professional Services - Legal & Other Licenses and Permits Business Insurance Options REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: How to Start Your Business

Jun 15, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Finding Funding

Jun 22, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Explore 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 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. REGISTER NOW

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August 2023

Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

Aug 23, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases.  Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening and operating…

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September 2023

Webinar – Business Startup (Spanish)

Sep 12, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Comienza tu negocio- Aprende los pasos y requisitos para emprender un negocio con éxito.       REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – How to Start Your Business

Sep 13, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

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. REGISTER NOW

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October 2023

Webinar – Business Startup (Spanish)

Oct 11, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Comienza tu negocio- Aprende los pasos y requisitos para emprender un negocio con éxito.       REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Finding Funding

Oct 12, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Explore 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 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. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

Oct 18, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases.  Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening and operating…

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November 2023

Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Nov 2, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial.  This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”.  The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life.  Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Types of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Economic Impact…

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Nov 8, 2023 @ 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! REGISTER NOW

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January 2024

Webinar – How to Start Your Business

Jan 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

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. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Jan 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! REGISTER NOW

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February 2024

Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

Feb 8 @ 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. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Feb 21 @ 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! REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – How to Pitch

Feb 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free

Entrepreneurs and innovators can change the world but majority of them don’t get funded because the pitch is the first introduction of the idea to the investors. Capital raising and developing fundraising strategy is crucial part of realizing financial stability in the initial stages of the company. This webinar will discuss to learn how to effectively pitch your idea to investors, provides resources to find and attract investors. REGISTER NOW

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March 2024

Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Mar 20 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

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: • Learn the Steps from Business Idea to…

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Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? “Next Steps” for Running a Limited Liability Company (LLC)

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

  This webinar will teach the “next steps”  involved in starting up and running an LLC, such as filing the Statement of Information; “member-managed” vs. “manager-managed” LLCs;  determining membership interests; the role, duties and liability of “members”; preparing and following an LLC operating agreement; selling/transferring membership interests; California LLC statutes to be aware of; “Piercing the Corporate Veil” and other acts creating LLC member personal liability; and dissolving the LLC. REGISTER NOW

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April 2024

Webinar – How to Start Your Business

Apr 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

  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. REGISTER NOW

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