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June 2024
Webinar – AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training
Come and join the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn about resources available to help your business prepare, explore and pursue Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement opportunities. The goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity. Opportunity examples include construction, specialty contractors, manufacturing, digital signage, wholesalers, furniture, architectural services, landscaping…
Find out more »Webinar – Writing for Fun, Profit and to Promote
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 a…
Find out more »Webinar – Tips for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Ads
If you have ever thought about writing, publishing and marketing a book on Kindle, this webinar will show you where to begin and how to maneuver though the Kindle Platform, how to publish and market your book. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Introduction
WAVE Introduction: This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of WAVE's features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool. 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! 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. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Online Introduction
Webinar - QuickBooks Online Introduction This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of QuickBooks Online's features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
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…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Common Transactions
WAVE - Common Transactions This webinar is designed for those who do not have a financial background but have attended our introductory webinar. We will use simple examples to demonstrate how to manage basic business transactions such as invoicing, purchasing, importing, and reconciling bank transactions. Our main goal is to help you feel more comfortable and confident when using the tool by building trust. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act
As a business owner, you may have heard about the Corporate Transparency Act. Effective 1/1/24, all LLCs and Corporations must file beneficial ownership information reports with the Federal Financial Crimes Network. Failure to comply may result in severe penalties starting at $500 per day. Join us for an introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act to help increase your awareness and move forward with compliance. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Basics for Small Business
Come ready to learn how to navigate Artificial Intelligence (AI) with tips to help manage the potential business risks. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Online – Common Transactions
QUICKBOOKS ONLINE - Common Transactions This webinar is designed for those who do not have a financial background but have attended our introductory webinar. We will use simple examples to demonstrate how to manage basic business transactions such as invoicing, purchasing, importing, and reconciling bank transactions. Our main goal is to help you feel more comfortable and confident when using the tool by building trust. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »July 2024
SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »Webinar – Working with Social Media Influencers: FTC Influencer Guidelines and Other Important Law
Social media influencers and “brand ambassadors” can be invaluable for marketing and promoting company products on the internet. But federal and state advertising laws and intellectual property (IP) rights lurking in the background may create liability for the small business (and the influencer/brand ambassador). This webinar discusses legal issues affecting the use of influencers and brand ambassadors, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s “Influencer Guidelines,” federal and state advertising laws, required disclosures, and IP laws a small business should be…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »Webinar – AI Content for Websites & Marketing
AI Content is being used by business owners to help author social media posts, blogs, articles, and now content for their website. If you are using AI content to help develop your marketing content or are considering it, ATTEND this free webinar to learn the new guidelines today’s browsers are using to accept or reject AI content. Presented by our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, this informative webinar is a must for those thinking of integrating AI content to their marketing plan. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act
As a business owner, you may have heard about the Corporate Transparency Act. Effective 1/1/24, all LLCs and Corporations must file beneficial ownership information reports with the Federal Financial Crimes Network. Failure to comply may result in severe penalties starting at $500 per day. Join us for an introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act to help increase your awareness and move forward with compliance. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – 8 Steps to Improving Your Business’ Local SEO
Local SEO (Search Engine Optimization) has become an essential marketing strategy for those who draw most of their business from a local area or community. Local SEO, when done correctly, can bolster online visiblity significantly in a select area. Thus, making it easier to connect local consumers to the local business. Sound like a strategy you want for your business? Then, join our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, as he shares ethical Local SEO methods that will increase search engine visibility, in and around your market area. Best of all, these…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »Webinar – Basics of Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and 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. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual…
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