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Ready, Set, Retail

Are you a small business owner or dreaming of starting your own venture? This is your chance to shine and build a strong client base in one of the most vibrant communities in Southern California!

The Ready, Set, Retail program will guide you through formalizing your business and building strategies for long-term success. See workshop themes within the program schedule below.

The top participants from the cohort will be invited to Foodie Friday in Menifee on March 7.

This exclusive event is your opportunity to:

  • Make Your First Sale: Connect directly with customers and showcase your products or services.
  • Build Your Brand: Establish your presence in a bustling market filled with eager shoppers looking to support local businesses.
  • Expand Your Network: Meet fellow entrepreneurs and form valuable connections that could drive your business forward.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart your business journey in a supportive environment!

Class 1: January 7 (In-Person): Entrepreneur Mindset – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Class 2: January 14 (Online): Financials – 6:00 – 7:00 PM

Class 3: January 21 (Online): Marketing – 6:00 – 7:00 PM

Class 4: Janaury 28 (In-Person) Market Prep – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To be considered for a spot at the Holiday Small Business Market participants must attend ALL classes and at least one 1:1 session with an OCIE SBDC consultant.

For questions regarding this workshop, including late registration, please email us at training@iesmallbusiness.com.

Date

Jan 07 2025

Time

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

More Info

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Location

City of Menifee (Council Chambers)
29844 Haun Road, Menifee CA 92586
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Ready, Set, Retail

Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.