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November 2019
Director’s Meeting – Marketing Strategic Plan
All directors' meeting to review, brainstorm and provide feedback on the 2020 Marketing Strategic Plan.
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January 2020
CY2019 SBA Semi-Annual Report Due
Period: JUL-DEC 2019 (CY2019)
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GoBiz CIP Invoice Due for Q1
Period Oct-Dec 2019 Directors: email Diane
Find out more »May 2020
SBA Invoice Due-Quarter #1
SBA Invoice due for CY2020, Quarter #1, Period: January to March 2020. Directors: Email the invoice to Diane or mail hard copies to the Lead Center address.
Find out more »October 2024
Protect Your Small Business! Fraud & Cyber Protection for Under $500
Small businesses are increasingly becoming targets for fraud and cyber attacks. In today’s digital age, protecting sensitive information and financial transactions is more important than ever. The costs of a security breach can be significant, from loss of customers’ trust to financial loss. In this presentation, attendees will learn how to protect their businesses from these threats while minimizing costs and utilizing the free or low-cost solutions that exist. It will provide practical, actionable insights and tips for small business…
Find out more »November 2024
How Do I Leverage Social Media For My Company?
Free
Entrepreneurs may know social media is essential, but they must know where to start or how to leverage it to benefit their business. Without that, it causes many to doomscroll on social media platforms, wasting time away and focusing on the wrong things. This social media marketing webinar will provide an overview of approaches entrepreneurs can apply immediately. Because you’re busy wearing multiple hats as business owners, knowing the where, what, and how to focus on social media will help…
Find out more »Webinar – AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training
Free
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 – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
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
Find out more »Impuestos sobre las ventas y el uso
Clase de impuestos de ventas para que aprendaz tus responsibilidades como empresario en el estado de California. Temas incluyidos cubriran terminus legales, de contaduria, cumplimento fiscal y deducciones comunes bajo la ley de impuestos. Requisitos para vendedores en virtud de la Ley del impuesto sobre las ventas y el uso Tipos de transacciones que están sujetas al impuesto Uso de certificados de reventa Deducciones y exenciones comunes Acceso a recursos y servicios del CDTFA REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
Free
This in-depth workshop addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…
Find out more »Potencia tu Marketing con IA
Hablaremos de estrategias que pueden usar para potenciar el marketing de los negocios utilizando IA REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Working with Social Media Influencers: FTC Influencer Guidelines and Other Important Law
Free
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 »WEBINAR Amplify Your Holiday Marketing Plan—Get A Free Guide!
Free
Are you ready to be a Holiday Marketing Rock Star? Whether you sell products or services to consumers or businesses, join this webinar to maximize your marketing impact in November & December. This Workshop Will Teach You How To: • Use my marketing tips to create and amplify your holiday marketing plan • Maximize the impact of your holiday marketing for your target customer • Bundle and create more effective & more profitable promotions • Tie into national campaigns to…
Find out more »Trade Show Triumph: Master These 12 Steps of Success
Free
Are you a small business owner looking to get the most out of your time and resources at trade shows and conferences? Join our interactive workshop designed to help you navigate these events with confidence and maximize your return on investment. Workshop Highlights: Identify Your Style: Are you a Social Butterfly or an Overwhelmed Observer? Discover your natural tendencies and learn how to leverage them for success. Set Clear Goals: Learn how to set specific, measurable objectives for each event you attend.…
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