Upcoming Events

MySBA Certification Training: Mentor Protégé & Empower to Grow Programs

This webinar will educate small business owners on the Mentor-Protégé program (MPP). Presenters will discuss program eligibility, benefits and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the complimentary business courses, tailored training and one-on-one consulting available under the Empower to Grow program. An SBA webinar.

August 12, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Certification Eligibility Requirements

This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and discuss common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but not be limited to, Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc. An SBA webinar.

August 14, 2025 11:00 AM

How to Do Business With Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

Unlock Prime & Subcontracting Opportunities with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and its Primes: Rebuilding Los Angeles Through Small Business Partnerships. Gain a comprehensive overview of the processes and procedures involved contracting with LAWA. Learn about the specific certifications required & recognized by LAWA, and how to navigate the application process. Get clear guidance on the necessary documentation & steps involved in becoming a certified business with LAWA. Explore an 18-month look-ahead of available contracting opportunities directly from LAWA representatives. A Live Q&A Session will be available to engage with LAWA experts to get answers directly. An SBA webinar.

August 18, 2025 10:00 AM

How to Start a Business

This virtual workshop is targeted at new entrepreneurs. Topics covered include 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 plan to use a mobile device or tablet 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. Please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance for reasonable accommodation requests. An SBA webinar.

August 18, 2025 10:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Navigating the Application Process

This webinar will assist small business owners who have successfully submitted a MySBA certification application to navigate the application process. Presenters will discuss how to respond and resubmit an application that has been “Returned to Business”, responses to requests for information (RFI), and other frequently asked questions. An SBA webinar.

August 21, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

This webinar will educate entity-owned firms (owned by Indian tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations) and/or firms located in a HUBZone. Presenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-through for entity-owned/8(a) and/or HUBZone firms. An SBA webinar.

August 26, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

This webinar educates currently certified small business owners on continuing eligibility and maintaining compliance. Presenters will discuss reporting material changes, submitting annual reviews, responding to notices of proposed decertification, etc. An SBA webinar.

August 28, 2025 11:00 AM

IN-PERSON EVENT: Insurance for Small Businesses

Learn about insurance from somebody who is not trying to sell you something! Insurance contracts are written by attorneys, but not all insurance agents can explain them in simple terms. In layman's terms, this workshop will briefly overview the types of coverages available and what most businesses need. Address: Thousand Oaks City Hall, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. A SCORE Ventura County, City of Thousand Oaks and Economic Development Collaborative in-person event.

August 13, 2025 08:30 AM

Marketing, Advertising and Success for Beginners

Learn how to create effective marketing and advertising and implement it with affordable online tools. No matter your experience level, SCORE will start at the beginning to teach you how to think, create and make sure you put it all together to make a real difference in your company. SCORE will even give you shortcuts to NO-COST tools to help your business succeed.  A SCORE webinar.

August 08, 2025 11:00 AM

Starting a Business: What You Need to Know

If you are thinking about starting a new business or have recently started one, this is a valuable workshop for you. Starting a Business: What You Need to Know cuts through the confusion and chaos of what you need to do and think about to start a business. In just 2 hours, you will gain a clear understanding of all the legal requirements for a start-up business, as well as actions that are simply smart to do. Some of the key topics covered include naming your business, licenses and taxes, insurance, financing sources, elements of a business plan and marketing considerations. You will also hear how SCORE can help you succeed in your new venture. A SCORE webinar.

August 16, 2025 10:00 AM