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November 2023
Webinar – QuickBooks Online Boot Camp
This boot camp is a short, intensive training program designed for non-finance people to learn how to use QuickBooks online. The boot camp covers the basic features and functions, including setting up accounts, managing invoices and expenses, tracking sales and revenue, generating financial reports, and reconciling bank statements. The focus is on practical skills, with the goal of providing participants with the knowledge and CONFIDENCE to effectively manage their financial data. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Designing for Success: E-commerce Website Layout and Design Essentials for Beginners
Launching an e-commerce business is an exciting journey, and the design of your website plays a pivotal role in guiding your customers through that journey. A well-thought-out design can be the difference between a sale and a bounce. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your online store, this webinar is tailored for you. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Manejo de redes sociales a traves de Meta Business Suite – Digital Marketing #3 (Spanish)
: ¿Quieres crear publicaciones en FB e IG @ al mismo tiempo? Aprenda a programar publicaciones en el futuro, Responda a comentarios y mensajes de la bandeja de entrada desde un solo lugar, ¿Qué información debería haber allí? Cómo administrar su configuración, ¿A quién debes darle autorización para administrar tu página? Cómo subir fotos y vídeos, entre muchos otros consejos, Aprenda a utilizar Business Suite en general, Si pudieras conectarte a través de una computadora portátil sería mejor,…
Find out more »Webinar – Business Planning #1
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 REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Joint 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 – 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 – The Bundle Blueprint: Crafting Deals Customers Can’t Resist
In the dynamic world of e-commerce, attracting and retaining customers can be a monumental task. With so many products and options available at the click of a button, how can businesses stand out and ensure their offerings are irresistible? Enter the art of effective bundling. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-I Filed the Articles, Now What? “Next Steps” for Running a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
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
Find out more »Webinar: Creating Financial Projections
Have you tried to create detailed start-up costs, key assumptions and financial projections? Ran into a few obstacles along the way? Learn how to easily create your own with a few steps. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Finding Funding
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
Find out more »Webinar – How to Develop a Growth Mindset for Business Success
A growth mindset encourages an environment of new ideas, helping your business beat the competition and stand out in the market. In this webinar you will learn the basics to adopt a growth mindset to take your business to the next level of success. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – E-Commerce Chronicles: Candid Conversations with Emerging Entrepreneurs. An Interview with Sabine Henderson / Sabine Jean
Our interview is with Sabine Jean Founder and CEO Sabine Henderson. Sabine is also SBDC client. We'll be talking to Sabine about what led her to start Sabine Jean, what her company does and what systems and initiatives she uses to streamline and scale her business. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Google and Yelp Set Up for Business – Digital Marketing #3
: With a Profile of my business in Google your company can stand out for free in Maps and Google Search. With the features we will teach, you can interact with existing customers or find new ones. You will learn to enter the information that your company needs so that you appear on the first pages of the search. We will talk about how to enter the type of business, description, how to mount photos, and more. (Digital Marketing…
Find out more »Webinar – Rethinking Returns: Strategies for Seamless E-commerce Return Management
In today's competitive e-commerce landscape, a smooth return process can be the difference between a one-time shopper and a loyal customer. Dive deep into the world of e-commerce returns with us, as we explore the challenges and opportunities of managing product returns. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Business Planning #2
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 REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Ship Smart: Navigating the Waters of E-commerce Shipping Methods
Jump aboard as we set sail into the vast sea of e-commerce shipping! Whether you're a budding e-commerce entrepreneur or an established brand looking to refine your shipping strategy, understanding the myriad of shipping methods available is crucial. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Legal Issues in Marketing and Promotion
This webinar will introduce small business owners to legal issues in marketing and promotion, such as “puffery” vs. fraud and misleading advertising; steering clear of copyright infringement and rights of privacy/publicity; marketing by phone, fax, email, and text; using social media; differences in federal and state laws; legal protections in marketing; and legal penalties for noncompliance. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »December 2023
Webinar – Campamento de Quickbooks Online
Este campo de entrenamiento es un programa de capacitación breve e intensivo diseñado para que personas no financieras aprendan a usar QuickBooks en línea. El campo de entrenamiento cubre las características y funciones básicas, incluida la configuración de cuentas, la gestión de facturas y gastos, el seguimiento de ventas e ingresos, la generación de informes financieros y la conciliación de extractos bancarios. El enfoque está en las habilidades prácticas, con el objetivo de brindar a los participantes el conocimiento y…
Find out more »Webinar – Accounting and Financial Basics (Spanish)
Este seminario lo ayudará a comprender mejor el valor de tener un contador que lo ayude a tener éxito en los negocios. También aprenderá conceptos básicos de contabilidad que lo ayudarán a comprender los estados financieros y utilizar indicadores financieros clave. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Business Model #1
This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build, design, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. 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…
Find out more »Webinar – Getting Your Business Site Tuned Up for 2024
Why Do I Need A Site Tune-up? You’re probably asking the question…but don’t know the answer. Your customers and Future customers are the answer. Come and learn: Things you can do to improve Your Site performance and visibility Keys to a Successful Site Update Critical Types of Updates And more 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: Accounting & Financial Basics
Description: Learn how to take control of your business through the power of financial information. Everyone is not an Accountant, and many are not comfortable with accounting for your business. Financials convey a story about a business and can empower the entrepreneur/business owner. Accounting basics are important for all business owners. Come ready to learn about the financial aspects of your business in an easy to learn environment. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Business Planning (Spanish)
: Manejo del negocio - Mas allá del simple plan. Como debes planear la información y los procesos en tu negocio. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – The Essentials to Developing a Consistent Brand
Please join us to learn - The Essentials to Developing a Consistent Brand It may be that you know the brand of your business, but is it clear to your consumer? Are you employing the right marketing strategies that strengthens your brand, and is your brand resonating with your target market? No doubt, creating a brand takes careful planning. That is why we want to invite you to join our own SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant and Web Developer, Darren Elliott, as he…
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