One of the first decisions that you will have to make as a business owner is how the company should be structured.
In making a choice, you will want to take into account the following: Your vision regarding the size and nature of your business. The number of employees. Type of business operation. Legal restrictions. The level of control you wish to have. The level of “structure” you are willing to deal with. The business’s vulnerability to lawsuits. Tax implications of the different ownership structures. Expected profit (or loss) of the business and capital needs. Whether or not you need to re-invest earnings into the business. Length of business operation.
Legal formation for startups covering LLC’s, S Corporations, C Corporations and DBA’s.
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
Having a business plan is a necessity for the success of your small business, as it acts as a road map for effective business operations. Join us for this interactive workshop and learn the steps to putting together a solid business plan. Your Marketing Plan and Financial Analysis/Projections will be key areas of focus. Parking Information: The City of San Bernardino Training Center is located on the 2nd Floor of 201 North “E” Street. Accessing the building is best by parking on the 5th floor of the “free” parking structure, nearest 201 North “E” Street. From this parking area, you will enter the building on the 3rd floor. Proceed to the elevator at the end of the hall and take it to the 2nd floor.
This seminar is being offered at no cost through the sponsorship of the City of San Bernardino.
Accounting for Startups
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
This hands-on workshop is for startup companies that want to immediately start using free online basic accounting software. Participants will customize the software for their company and set up their accounting system. Workshop attendees will create a company adding customers, vendors, products, and services. The instructor will train on setting up sales tax, payroll and financial reporting using the software. Computers will be provided on-site but participants can also bring their own laptop computer.
*Proficiency with computers is required.
Guests are encouraged to bring their bagged lunches!
Get Your Business Online – A Google Partner Event
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
Learn about Google My Business, a free tool for local businesses that want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help in creating or updating your business profile or a simple website.
In this session we’ll show you how to:
Create or claim your Business Profile on Google
Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers
Create a free website using the info from your Business Profile
State Labor Law and Payroll Tax Seminar (Moreno Valley)
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
OC MADE is a program aimed at assisting start-up businesses with entering the Orange County Market Place to validate their concept. Students will learn core concepts to create a successful business. Over a 4-week period, students learn about planning, marketing, financing and how to make their business dreams a reality. This quick-paced program will accelerate your concept in just a few short weeks and give you the ability to operate an O.C. Market Place vendor booth.
How to Apply:
Register through Eventbrite, answer the preliminary questions on the registration and one of our SBDC consultants will reach out to conduct a brief interview with you – 25 people will be selected for this program based on an interview process. No cost to participate in the program
The Program
WEEK 1 | Saturday, November 2
Developing your product for the Market Place
Building your idea into a business
Market Place requirements
Licenses and permits to operate at the Market Place
Market research
WEEK 2 | Saturday, November 9
Sourcing, costing and pricing your products
Financial projections
Walking the Market Place
Presentation from a current Market Place vendor
WEEK 3 | Saturday, November 16
Developing your marketing plan
Understanding social media and how to attract customers/repeat customers
Finance and funding
Accepting payment at the Market Place
WEEK 4 | Saturday, November 23
Setting up your Market Place booth
Signage and promotion
OC Market forms, policies, and procedures
Graduation/certificate ceremony
Graduation Weekend | Saturday, November 30 or Sunday, December 1
Market Place vendor booth for a select few on Saturday, November 30 and Sunday, November 31 – a perfect opportunity to showcase your business!
Enter Gate 2 or Gate 10 for free parking.
Cottage Food Operation (CFO) Startup Series (Rancho Cucamonga)
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
Are you interested in starting your own Cottage Food Operation (CFO) and unsure of where to begin? The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center, is hosting anotherFREE CFO Startup Series.
This program will get you ready to start your CFO in just 4 weeks! Class schedule below:
Class One | Monday, October 28, from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Concept
Approved Foods
Health Codes
Equipment/Workspace
Class Two | Monday, November 4, from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Business Permits/Licenses
Registrations
Business Models
Insurance
Class Three | Monday, November 18, from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Product and Ingredient Tracking
Labeling
Marketing
Sales Opportunities
Class Four | Monday, November 25 from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Demo Day: You will have the opportunity to pitch your product to the other program attendees!
You will also have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with our business consultant to discuss your business idea and receive information tailored for your own business.
RSVP is REQUIRED, as space is limited! The program is offered at NO CHARGE through a sponsorship by the County of San Bernardino EDA and the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Have a question? Please contact Mary via email, [email protected] or by phone at (909) 983-0751.
Talk Tech: Virtual Mini-Series Webinar
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
Join us in our online 5-week web mini-series as we discuss startup equity opportunities. We will help you learn what investors are funding, how to protect your IP, different equity funding options, and how to build a strong founding team.
Dates:
Webinar 1 – Wednesday, October 16th @ 12PM
Guide to Raising from Angels Speaker: Lisa Tsou, Women Founders Network
If you have a great idea or passion and are ready to turn it into a business, we can help you kickstart your venture! Join us at this intensive, two-day program which will cover the following topics:
Being an Entrepreneur
Creating a Business Plan
Financing a Small Business
Legal Forms of Organization
Licensing and Permits
Day 1/Week 1: Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Overview of what it takes to start a business
Introduction to resources and reliable sources of information
*Day 2/Week 2: Tuesday, November 26, 2019
This hands-on session will facilitate the following:
Creating an Executive Summary
Identifying a kick-start funding plan to understand your financial needs
Generating a supportive 10-page pitch deck
The deliverables created during this session will help you build a foundation for launching your business.
*laptop required, homework from Week 1 needs to be finished
Limited space. REGISTER NOW to get started!
Accounting for Startups
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
This hands-on workshop is for startup companies that want to immediately start using free online basic accounting software. Participants will customize the software for their company and set up their accounting system. Workshop attendees will create a company adding customers, vendors, products, and services. The instructor will train on setting up sales tax, payroll and financial reporting using the software. Computers will be provided on-site but participants can also bring their own laptop computer.
*Proficiency with computers is required.
Guests are encouraged to bring their bagged lunches!
Small Business Jump-Start
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
If you have a great idea or passion and want to know how to turn it into a business, then the Small Business Jump-Start is the workshop for you! Choosing the right small business to start — one that will succeed – requires planning, creativity, and hard work.
You will get answers to questions like:
How Do I Start?
Where are My Resources?
Who is a reliable source for Information?
How much capital will I need to launch?
How will I know what I don’t know?
What are my next steps?
How do I create a plan?
The Small Business Jump-Start Workshop is facilitated by an Orange County Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Consultant who will provide an informative and interactive presentation on business essentials. The topics covered include but are not limited to:
Being an Entrepreneur
Business Planning
Financing a Small Business
Legal Forms of Organization
Licensing and Permits
Throughout the workshop, our highly experienced consultant will assess participants’ readiness for no-cost one-on-one consultation services to discuss start-up, growth and expansion plans. Staff will be available to make appointments with qualified business owners to meet with Orange County SBDC
Crack the Code of Online Retail
Developing a Winning Business Plan (San Bernardino)San Bernardino Training Center201 North \"E\" Street, San Bernardino CA 92401
Learn how to maximize your sales on Amazon, Wal-Mart & Ebay from the experts at DTC Retail! Plus receive additional tips on how to effectively spend your advertising dollars across the Amazon & Facebook platforms!
Topics Covered:
Amazon vs Walmart.com vs Ebay: What’s the “right” place to be?
Price, Selection, Convenience: Why understanding Amazon’s mantra is critical for success
Amazon Retail vs Amazon FBA vs Merchant Fulfilled: What’s the best for YOUR business?
PPC, Coupons & Deals: Pulling the levers to make the Amazon MACHINE work for you
Account Management: Day-to-Day account operations, troubleshooting and resolving issues.
“Amazon took down my listing!” What to do when you don’t know what to do.
Winning the Buy Box: What that is so important and what to do about other sellers.
Out of Stock = Zero Sales: Best practices for Demand Forecasting, Inventory Cost Control & Logistics
Customer Reviews & Feedback: Amazon puts the Customer first, you should too.
3rd Party Tools: What’s useful? What’s not.
International Marketplaces: Opportunities Abound. Get the details right so you can profit.
Getting Savvy with Social: Using Facebook and Instagram to drive sales not just likes.
Case Study: OC SBDC client’s journey on Amazon. Will cover education, time spent, pitfalls ad success!
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