New Client OrientationThis orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients. Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/New-Client-082913
Date: Thursday, August 29
Time: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Accessing Market Reseach Data Detailed demographic, social, economic, and housing data from the U.S. Census Bureau empower planners in the public, private, and non-profit sectors to make decisions for their communities, businesses, and organizations. The Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a partnership with the Census Bureau’s Los Angeles Regional Office in providing hands-on training on accessing data. Learn how to use demographic and economic census data for your business plans, market research, site location, marketing strategies, community analysis and planning, grant proposals, and general decision making which involves the use of statistical information. Learn how to access data from the Census Bureau’s website, www.census.gov, in an intensive 3-hour workshop in our computer lab. Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Accessing-Market-Data-083013.
Date: Friday, August 30 Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Cost: FREE Location: University of Antelope Valley, Room 106 44055 North Sierra Highway, Lancaster 93534 |
Sell More to Grow Your Business The #1 question we get asked is “How do I grow my business?”. Come listen, learn and discuss the practical, low cost yet effective ways you can increase your sales to grow your business. Come prepared with questions affecting your business and get answers that may surprise you. Led by a sales expert with 35 years of successful selling experience who has helped more than 400 clients just like you! This is an ideal event whether you are an experienced pro or just getting started. Limited to 30 attendees so register early. Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Sell-More-090513
Date: Thursday, September 5 Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Cost: FREE Location: Build WorkSource Center 9207 Eton Ave., Chatsworth 91311 |
What Healthcare Reform Means to CA Small Businesses Learn what the new healthcare law, the Affordable Care Act, means for small business. Experts from Small Business Majority will focus on both federal and state provisions to help local small businesses understand how the law will affect them. Topics include:
Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Health-Care-090613 Date: Friday, September 6 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Cost: FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14) Location: University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 107 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 91355 |
Access to Capital – Finding Fundng for Your Business If you want/need a loan to start or build your business, or if you need some financial help to survive this recession, this workshop is for you. Learn the 5 C’s of credit so you will know what lenders are looking for when considering lending you money. You will receive information about available small business loan programs designed to assist businesses during a recession. Lastly, you will learn about the importance of having a well thought out business plan when asking for credit loan consideration from a bank or other lenders.
Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Access-to-Capital-090613.
Date: Friday, September 6 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: FREE Location: University of Antelope Valley, Room 127 44055 North Sierra Highway, Lancaster 93534 |
How to Successfully Start Your New Business This hands-on workshop will help you get started quickly as you learn the steps necessary to successfully launch your new business. Learn to prepare a written plan you can use to build and grow a profitable business. Learn the best way to structure your business as you identify and focus on the key marketing, sales and financial issues of your business and how to bring it all together. This powerful event has helped many entrepreneurs achieve success. Date: Tuesday, September 10 Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am Cost: $30 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14) Location: University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 223 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 91355 |
Linkedin For Business Development and Networking Whether you are a Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced user of LinkedIn, this workshop has something new and essential for you! Using LinkedIn actively and strategically, you can and will grow your business! Learn how to:
In 2012, more than 5 billion people searches were conducted – potential customers and business partners are looking for you – make sure that they find you and connect with you! Date: Wednesday, September 11 Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am Cost: $35 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14) Location: University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 223 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 91355 |
Detailed demographic, social, economic, and housing data from the U.S. Census Bureau empower planners in the public, private, and non-profit sectors to make decisions for their communities, businesses, and organizations. The College of the Canyons Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a partnership with the Census Bureau’s Los Angeles Regional Office in providing hands-on training on accessing data. Learn how to use demographic and economic census data for your business plans, market research, site location, marketing strategies, community analysis and planning, grant proposals, and general decision making which involves the use of statistical information. Learn how to access data from the Census Bureau’s website, www.census.gov, in an intensive 3-hour workshop in our computer lab.
Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Accessing-Market-Data-091313
Date: Friday, September 13
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)
COC Small Business Development Center Training Sched. (8-27-2013)
