Upcoming Events

Business Credit is the simplest but most misunderstood aspect of a company’s success. However, in today’s competitive business landscape, it is more important than ever for entrepreneurs to establish and maintain a strong business credit profile. One key benefit of Building Business Credit is the ability to access unlimited funding! With a strong credit profile, you can secure funding from various sources, including but not limited to Traditional Banks, Credit Unions, Private Investment Firms and Alternative Financing Options. This can provide you with the capital you need to expand your business through marketing and advertising, invest in new equipment or upgrade technology, hire employees or take advantage of growth opportunities as they arise. At the end of the day, Building Business Credit is not just a good idea or an option among many. Rather, it is about setting your business up for long-term success! By taking the time to establish and nurture your credit profile, you can position your business for Growth, Sustainability and Profitability in the years to come! A SCORE webinar.

With support from the DoD, CMTC and CASCADE offer a series of no-cost Cybersecurity Trainings for executives, operations and IT. Starting September 19th and ending November 5th, the trainings will be delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT. Each of the 14 trainings will focus on a specific cybersecurity topic. A DOD, CMTC and CASCADE webinar.

This webinar focuses on the unique needs of service-based businesses. Join EDC Small Business Development Center Advisor and Accounting Expert & QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Juliana Ramírez from JR Bookkeeping to learn about tracking billable hours, managing client accounts and creating service quotes within QuickBooks Online. A SCORE webinar.

Parts VI and VII of CMTC’s “Business Transformation” series are designed to equip businesses with the tools and strategies necessary to mitigate risk and build a strong safety culture. The first webinar in this safety sub-series focuses on practical measures such as improving temporary worker safety, conducting thorough audits and implementing impactful training programs. The second webinar highlights real-world examples of leadership-driven safety cultures, behavior-based safety strategies and effective return-to-work programs. A CMTC webinar.

This business formation webinar is tailored to help entrepreneurs and business owners thoroughly understand the advantages and disadvantages of each entity type (sole proprietor, LLC, s-corp.) from legal separate entities, tax reporting structures, non-tax paying entities, liabilities, asset protection and more. In today’s competitive market, choosing the right business entity is more than just a procedural step; it’s a strategic decision that impacts every aspect of your operations and long-term success. This webinar was needed because new business owners frequently navigate the initial setup phase without a clear understanding of the implications of their choices. The structure you choose affects not only your liability and tax obligations but also your ability to manage everyday operational tasks effectively. Each entity type comes with its unique requirements and benefits, and understanding these can be the difference between flourishing and floundering. Additionally, we will cover essential topics such as government and state registration, agreements, permits and business insurance. Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to improve an existing business, join SCORE to learn how to establish your business on a strong and compliant foundation. A SCORE webinar.

This workshop is designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with actionable techniques to drive sales and increase profits now and in the future. Whether you want to grow your customer base or boost revenue, this session will provide the strategies you need to succeed. Location: Thousand Oaks City Hall, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd 3FL, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. A SCORE Ventura County webinar.

Are you interested in starting a business? If you are please join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to learn about SBA’s 10 Step Guide on How to Start a Business. This virtual workshop targeted to new entrepreneurs covers topics from creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain the login information. Please note that if you are planning to use a mobile device to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. To request reasonable accommodation, please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. An SBA webinar.

Social media constantly evolves, making it difficult for your business to keep up. In this webinar, SCORE will break down social media marketing for businesses with best practices that you can use to improve your digital marketing strategy. A SCORE webinar.

Explore the power of STEP grants to grow your exports! Join the U.S. Commercial Service and U.S. Small Business Administration for an exclusive webinar with IBT Online to learn how STEP grants and digital tools can help you navigate the international trade landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to fuel your business’s global growth! A U.S. Commercial Service and U.S. Small Business Administration webinar.

Discover how writing can elevate your business and personal brand by sharing your unique expertise. In this talk, you will learn how writing can ignite a spark in others, position you as a trusted leader and establish you as the go-to expert in your field. Whether you want to inspire your community or strengthen your business, writing for thought leadership is a powerful way to give back and create a lasting impact. A SCORE webinar.

¿Es usted propietario de una pequeña empresa y desea atraer a más clientes y promocionar su producto, servicio o local? Este taller lo introducirá al mundo de la publicidad pagada en línea, ofreciéndole los conocimientos esenciales para crear campañas básicas pagadas en línea en plataformas como Google Ads y Facebook Ads. Aprenderá a planificar estratégicamente sus campañas, a identificar al público adecuado y a utilizar técnicas publicitarias eficaces para aumentar la visibilidad y el compromiso con los clientes potenciales. Dirección: Biblioteca Pública de Oxnard (Oxnard Public Library), 251 South A St, Oxnard, CA 93030. Un evento presencial de SCORE Ventura County, la cuidad de Oxnard y el Colaborativo de Desarollo Economico.

Empower your small business with a deep dive into cybersecurity basics at SBA’s upcoming Introduction to Cybersecurity event. Discover practical strategies to protect your business online. Join SBA for insights tailored to small businesses, ensuring your digital assets are secure. Do not miss out on the chance to boost your digital security knowledge. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain for the login information. Please note, if you are planning to use a mobile device to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. For reasonable accommodation request please send an email to lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. An SBA webinar.

Join SCORE for this special webinar where Small Business attendees can submit their website and social media for a live review during the webinar led by Small World Communications CEO Rob McClinton and TechSparks marketing expert Preeti Narang. They join forces to review websites and social media accounts for areas of improvement, missed opportunities and fresh ideas. And the best part? Fixes require minimum technical knowledge and often apply to any of the most popular website platforms available, from WordPress to Shopify and Wix to Squarespace. Attendees will walk away with actionable steps and ideas to help their websites flow and their social media shine. We will review the first 15 sites submitted in the order received. There’s a lot you can learn from hearing a review, so we highly encourage you to attend and learn, even if your site and social accounts are not discussed. It’ll be worth it.  A SCORE webinar.

Parts VI and VII of CMTC’s “Business Transformation” series are designed to equip businesses with the tools and strategies necessary to mitigate risk and build a strong safety culture. The first webinar in this safety sub-series focuses on practical measures such as improving temporary worker safety, conducting thorough audits and implementing impactful training programs. The second webinar highlights real-world examples of leadership-driven safety cultures, behavior-based safety strategies and effective return-to-work programs. A CMTC webinar.

In this webinar, SCORE will cut through the misinformation surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and provide you with a clear understanding of what DEI means and why it is essential for every organization, regardless of its size or industry. Misconceptions and resistance often hinder DEI initiatives, but in this webinar, SCORE will break down some of the barriers and provide you with practical tools to build a genuinely inclusive workplace. You’ll gain the clarity and confidence needed to navigate DEI challenges, empowering you to foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every employee feels valued. A SCORE webinar.

Join SCORE for an informative webinar featuring Brenda Caloca, Outreach Analyst from the California Department of Insurance, who will guide small business owners through the essential types of insurance coverage. Learn what you need to know to safeguard your business, ensure compliance and secure your future success. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your business with the needed knowledge! A SCORE webinar.

Thousands of times in your career as a small business owner, you’re given an opportunity to answer the question, “So, what do you do?” This webinar is giving you an opportunity to sharpen your answer. In those moments, you can generate real interest, find a referral partner or maybe just make a new friend. In a master class called “How You Can Make Your Sale and Lose Your Sale in Just 30 Seconds!” you will learn 8 things that are guaranteed to make your elevator stories better, three awesome elevator story templates and four ways to get off to a fast start. The thing to remember, whether you can attend or not, is that there is no such thing as the perfect pitch, just a perfect pitcher. Come experience how you can make or lose a sale in 30 seconds. A SCORE webinar.

Do you feel your taxes are too high? Will taxes be higher in the future? Join SCORE to discuss how to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket while providing more benefits for yourself, your family and your employees. SCORE will cover various strategies for business owners to reduce taxes now and in the future, better options for the Cal-Savers Retirement Savings Mandate and how to be prepared for proposed future CA payroll tax increases with CA Assembly Bill 567. Please note: this webinar will not be recorded. Attendance is required. A SCORE webinar.

Are you interested in starting a business? If you are, please join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to learn about SBA’s 10-Step Guide on How to Start a Business. This virtual workshop targeted to new entrepreneurs covers topics from creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain the login information. Please note that if you are planning to use a mobile device to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. To request reasonable accommodation, please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. An SBA webinar.

Would you like to do what you love and have someone else foot the bill? Have you ever thought about corporate sponsors for your business, show, book, charity, speaking or events? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this webinar is for you! America’s most successful companies partner with sponsors. Why not you? Linda Hollander can help you. She is the author of the #1 best-selling book, Corporate Sponsorship in 3 Easy Steps and the CEO of Sponsor Concierge. Linda has consulted with many entrepreneurs to help them profit from the awesome power of corporate sponsors and has 20 years of experience in business. Her corporate sponsors have included Microsoft, Wells Fargo, Epson, Citibank, Fed Ex, Health Net, Southwest Airlines, Bank of America, Staples, American Airlines, Walmart and IBM. A SCORE webinar.

This webinar is for you if you have a story to tell or to adapt to the entertainment industry. SCORE will explore the concept of story creation to IP (intellectual property = a story with an audience built around it). A SCORE webinar.

When starting a company, many find digital advertising the most challenging part. However, digital advertising is quite simple; once you peel back some language, it becomes obvious how to advertise your business. This webinar solves just that. Our tutorial will help you understand the basics, learn how to make a game plan (a go-to-market strategy) and get started on this process to get your business out there. A SCORE webinar.

Keeping up with the ever-evolving SEO practices and optimizing web content can be time-consuming and challenging. That’s where ChatGPT, a cutting-edge AI language model, comes in to revolutionize the way you approach SEO. This class is designed to empower marketers, content creators and website owners with the knowledge and skills to leverage the power of ChatGPT to automate and enhance their SEO strategies. Throughout the class, you will discover how ChatGPT can assist you in streamlining SEO processes, generating keyword-rich content, optimizing meta tags, analyzing competitors and much more. By understanding how to communicate with ChatGPT effectively, you will unlock its potential as a powerful SEO tool, providing you with intelligent insights and actionable recommendations. A SCORE webinar.

There are two reasons that the business of “working on your small business” rarely gets done. The first is that you are overwhelmed because you’re responsible for everything. Even if you can delegate, you still must check the work and make sure it’s done correctly. That takes a toll. The other half of that equation is when you do get into action to improve your business, you are shown dozens of options. This causes you to overthink your decisions. In this webinar, SCORE will look at ways you can solve these problems in your business with easy-to-implement solutions. Everyone who attends will receive a copy of, “The Marketing Checklist 4: Your Guide for Overwhelmed and Overthinking Entrepreneurs.” A SCORE webinar.