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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181025T173000
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SUMMARY:Insurance
DESCRIPTION:This session will address questions small business owners frequently have about insurance and managing liability. Attendees will learn about different types of policies that exists to protect themselves and their business. The presentation will also review common pitfalls in dealing with insurance agencies\, and how to select a policy that best suits a business’ needs.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/insurance
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181025T145009Z
UID:10709-1540488600-1540495800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:License and Permits
DESCRIPTION:This class will help you learn about business structures and the required licenses and permits your business may need. You will also learn how to complete applications for various licenses and other legal documents for your business.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/license-and-permits
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181024T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181015T143114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T150340Z
UID:11018-1540402200-1540409400@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Sales and Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Establish the principals of developing a Sales Plan\, Budget and Marketing Plan. Learn to create the concept for a plan\, which will ultimately create the message and direction for the company. The goal is to influence both the Retail Buyer and the Consumer. You will learn to analyze various media and promotional outlets in drawing up the plan such as creating a budget\, analyzing each outlet to determine Maximum Market Impact.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/sales-and-marketing
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181024T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181007T041858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T144845Z
UID:10901-1540402200-1540409400@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Financial Projections
DESCRIPTION:This course will discuss: the importance of record keeping\, assumptions for the projection\, financial statements (including income statements\, balance sheets\, and cash flow statements)\, spreadsheets\, and tips for success. Find out how understanding these forms can help you manage your business more efficiently.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/financial-projections-5
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181005T041824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T144844Z
UID:10873-1540315800-1540323000@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Hands on Web Design
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will learn how to create your own website. By the end of this two-hour workshop\, you will have all the skills necessary to build a fully functioning website ready to go live on the internet. No skills necessary.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hands-on-web-design
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181023T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180911T192146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T051808Z
UID:10611-1540281600-1540285200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Cyber Security Webinar and Watch Party!
DESCRIPTION:Travelers Small Business Risk Education Cyber Security Webinar\nOctober 23\, 2018 at  \n8AM PST | 9AM MST | 10 AM CST | 11AM EST \nCyber Risk: You’ve Been Hacked!\nCould your business stay open? What would you do?  \nLearn safety and loss prevention strategies\, and develop a plan to address your business risks \nright from your office or home. \nLearn more and register FREE today! \n__________________________ \nAn Invitation to a Cyber Café Watch Party \nOctober 23\, 2018 at 8AM – 10AM PST \nTravelers and VEDC invite entrepreneurs to a free Cyber Security Webinar  \nat the VEDC Women’s Business Center. \nIncludes Travelers SBRE Cyber Security webinar\, power networking and breakfast. \nLearn more and register free today! \n__________________________ \nFor more information call 212-231-4313  \n__________________________ \nReceive a free 12-month subscription to an entrepreneurial magazine \nas a thank you for participating in the webinar. \n__________________________
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/cyber-security
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Networking,Travelers Small Business Risk Education Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181015T143113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T150339Z
UID:11017-1540229400-1540236600@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Insider Tricks to Opening a Successful Restaurant: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Continue your journey to successfully planning for the launch of your restaurant project. We will discuss the importance of choosing the right location for your restaurant type\, hurdles you will have to jump through to comply with Los Angeles county and city restaurant opening requirements\, how to minimize costs associated with opening\, securing the best lease and more.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/insider-tricks-to-opening-a-successful-restaurant-part-2
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181003T041852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T144920Z
UID:10856-1540229400-1540236600@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:How to Use Video to Elevate your Business and Message Online
DESCRIPTION:You need to have video to engage your audience online. More and more people consume video content especially on mobile and social media. You can effectively get the word out about your business to your customers. The good news is\, once you have a game plan\, producing video can be a fun and creative endeavor in your business journey. In this engaging and jammed packed session\, producer Stacey Kelly walks you through the steps of your video strategy and production.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/how-to-use-video-to-elevate-your-business-and-message-online
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181002T042045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T144919Z
UID:10840-1540227600-1540238400@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part IV of IV
DESCRIPTION:Outline your business plan from the executive summary to financials and assembling your toolkit. We will go over the steps it will take to sustain your business. This is a guided business plan for the first-time CEO.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iv-of-iv-5
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180920T163427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T150338Z
UID:10721-1539939600-1539946800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Aumenta tus Ventas con un Logo
DESCRIPTION:En este taller de diseño de logotipos lo educará acerca de la importancia de un logo profesional y como le ayuda a aumentar sus ventas. Tambien los educaremos sobre la evaluacion de logos\, los tipos de logos que existen hoy\, la psicologia de colores\, como usar su logo y el precio de logos. Al final del taller los participantes podran identificar un diseno de logo bueno y sabran que buscar cuando van a comprar un logo profesional.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/logo-workshop-en-espanol
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181003T041849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T144852Z
UID:10854-1539889200-1539896400@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Toastmaster
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so\, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of member.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmaster
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181018T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T144851Z
UID:10711-1539882000-1539889200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Funding for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in a loan for your business but don’t know where to start? This workshop will guide you through the process. We will cover your different loan options\, loan requirements\, and insider tips on how to present a successful loan application.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/funding-for-small-businesses
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181015T143112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T150339Z
UID:11015-1539797400-1539804600@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Doing Social Media Right
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to choose the right social media networks to market your business and how they differ from each other. After learning how each of them work you will learn how to create content for them that will engage\, nurture\, and sell to your audience\, converting them into customers.                                                                                                                                                            Many people say it doesn’t hurt to ask when it comes to asking for the sale. They are completely wrong. It can hurt to ask for the sale if it’s too soon. That’s why you will learn some proper online selling techniques that you can use to convert the right people into paying customers.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/doing-social-media-right
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T144929Z
UID:10707-1539712800-1539720000@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council Meetup: Food Photography Tricks
DESCRIPTION:Learn:\n• Photograph tricks of an expert food and branding photographer\n• Why it is important to stage your products
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-meetup-food-photography-tricks
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T144928Z
UID:10705-1539712800-1539720000@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:HBN Toastmasters ESPAÑOL- Bilingual
DESCRIPTION:¡Adquiera Confianza en sí mismo y mejore sus habilidades de Comunicación!\nEn las reuniones de HBN Toastmasters usted aprenderá como llegar a ser un orador eficaz\, obtendrá evaluaciones constructivas de sus discursos\, aprenderá como hablar de pie frente al público y se relacionará con profesionales y gente de negocios. Las reuniones son bilingues.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hbn-toastmasters-espanol-bilingual-3
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T144927Z
UID:10704-1539711000-1539718200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Fashion Production
DESCRIPTION:Producing Apparel\, Accessories and Footwear requires the following attributes: Organizational ability\, Negotiation  skills\, Logistic coordination\, and a Persistent attitude
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/fashion-production
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T145310Z
UID:10703-1539622800-1539633600@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part III of IV
DESCRIPTION:Determining your costs and defining your product’s price is an important step in establishing your business. We will go over company basics\, starting with the legal structure that all companies need to have\, including registering your company\, and a checklist for getting ready to launch your business.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iii-of-iv-5
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T043542Z
UID:10699-1539279000-1539286200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Mastermind Mujeres Empresarias
DESCRIPTION:¿ Deseas abrir tu propio negocio? \n¿ Quieres expandir tu negocio actual? \n¿ Necesitas ayuda para tomar algunas decisiones en tu empresa? \n¿ Te enfrentas a un nuevo desafío en tu proyecto empresarial? \nO simplemente quieres compartir con un grupo de Mujeres Empresarias tus inquietudes sobre tu negocio o sobre tu proyecto.Asiste a este Mastermind en donde JUNTAS nos apoyaremos y buscaremos soluciones y respuestas para nuestros desafios!!
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/mastermind-mujeres-empresarias-2
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T043542Z
UID:10697-1539279000-1539286200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Trademarks
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn to protect the name of your  company and you will learn the importance of a Trademark\, or Service Mark
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/trademarks
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180827T181224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T150143Z
UID:10383-1539246600-1539266400@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Chicagoland Veteran's Celebration & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Veteran’s Celebration and Resource Fair\n Honor | Recognition | Opportunity\nLocation: Harrah’s Joliet Hotel\, 151 N Joliet St.\, Joliet\, IL 60432\nHosted by\nGSU Veterans Center\, Illinois Joining Forces\, Inner Voice Chicago\, KFA\, Inc.\, Operation H.E.L.P.\, Quad County Urban League\, and VEDC\, and sponsored by Travelers.\nAre you looking to start or grow your business\, or need tips on how to prepare for a job opportunity\, or looking to make connections? \nYou are invited to join us! \nThis event is being held in celebration of National Veterans Small Business Week and in recognition of Veteran’s Day. The day begins with coffee\, networking\, resource panel\, resource tables\, boot camp style trainings: “How to Start Your Business” and “How to Prep for a Job Opportunity”\, box lunch and much more. \nMust pre-register. Registration is free for veterans and their spouses. \nAgenda: (Subject to change)\n\n\n8:30 AM: Check-in Begins – Location: Las Vegas Room\n\n\nResource Fair\, Morning Coffee\, and Networking\n\n\n\n\n 8:30 AM-1:00 PM: Resource Fair\n\n\n9:30 AM: Welcome\, Color Guard\, and Veteran Recognition\n\n\nNational Anthem:\nPresentation by Jerome Coleman\, Staff Sergeant\, U.S. Air Force and Illinois Air National Guard and Comcast Engineer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor welcome: Travelers\n\n\nVeterans Recognition\n\n\n\n\n10:00 AM: Resource Panel\n\n\nQuad County Urban League\n\n\nInner Voice Chicago\n\n\nOperation H.E.L.P.\n\n\nIllinois Joining Forces\n\n\n\n\n10:30 AM: Business Boot Camp sponsored by Travelers\n\n\nHow to start your business:\n\nGuided Business Plan Training and Tips on How to Access Capital to Grow Your Business\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM: Box Lunch Break\n\n\n12:30 PM: Workforce Boot Camp\n\n\nWorkforce Training and Employment Resources\n\nPreparing For The Job: Know Your Background | The Resume | The Interview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 PM: Closure\n\n\n_______________________ \nFor more information call 212-231-4313\n  \n 
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/chicagoland-veteran-resource-fair
CATEGORIES:Expo,Guided Business Plan,Networking,Special Event,Travelers Small Business Risk Education Program,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180919T040339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T041914Z
UID:10695-1539192600-1539199800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Facebook en ESPAÑOL
DESCRIPTION:Las redes sociales son fundamentales para impactar tu negocio\, tu marca o tu producto. \nExplotalas y ocupalas a tu favor. En este workshop veremos Facebook 101 para promocionar en fan page\, página personal\, grupos\, canales de video\, venta. Por medio de contenido estrategico\, uso de herramientas\, buena ejecución de Facebook lives. Lo que debes y no debes hacer en esta plataforma. ¿Listo para conquistar al mundo digital? ¡Únete!
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/facebook-en-espanol
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Social Media,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180918T040339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T041914Z
UID:10677-1539192600-1539199800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Quickbooks for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to track\, organize\, and manage your business with QuickBooks. The class teaches QuickBooks fundamentals for beginners and for advanced users who need a refresher on the basics.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/quickbooks-for-small-businesses-3
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20181006T174837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T174832Z
UID:10898-1539075600-1539082800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Plan De Negocio Lleve Su Guia Gratis!
DESCRIPTION:Elabora tu Plan de Negocios Paso a Paso: Identifica tus Clientes\, Calcula cuánto necesitas Invertir y por supuesto Evalúa si el negocio es Rentable. Recibirás una Guía Práctica y una Plantilla para Proyecciones Financieras.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/plan-de-negocio-lleve-su-guia-gratis
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180918T040337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181008T041833Z
UID:10675-1539018000-1539028800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for Small Businesses Part II of IV
DESCRIPTION:Creating your support team in business is essential to your success. We will go over building your ideal team\, planning for a smooth operation\, and marketing strategy.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-small-businesses-part-ii-of-iv
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180928T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180918T163329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T170347Z
UID:10683-1538155800-1538163000@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Building a Successful Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:If your company is seeking financing or direction and you want to know the basics of how to write a successful business plan – sign up here!  \nEntrepreneurs typically allow daily operations to steer the direction of the business. Without proper planning\, goals\, objectives\, bench marks and checks and balances in place businesses often veer from their original course into a dead end. Avoid pitfalls and detours- go directly to success with this hands-on Business Plan workshop that will teach you how to best identify goals and objectives in relation to marketing\, sales\, distribution\, management and finance.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/building-a-successful-business-plan
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180915T033340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T040317Z
UID:10642-1537983000-1537990200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Grow With Google
DESCRIPTION:Today’s fast-paced culture and complex global economy depend on a thriving web. Google believes in empowering all businesses to grow online by leveling the playing field for communities with unequal access to technology and economic opportunity. According to research most underrepresented SMBs believe online marketing is complicated\, yet most consumers turn to digital sources to find information about businesses. Google’s digital coaches offer free\, simple and hands-on training designed to appeal to small business owners from a variety of backgrounds and skill levels. \nCome learn from Google digital coach Roberto Martinez about how to best use Google tools to acquire more customers online and achieve measurable growth for your business. \nTo Register: \nhttps://events.withgoogle.com/google-digital-coaches-program-los-angeles/ \nPlease select the following event: \nGoogle Coaches Program: Digital Marketing: VEDC Grow with Google \nSept. 26\, 2018 17:30 – 19:30 5121 Van Nuys Blvd\, Sherman Oaks\, CA 91403\, Sherman Oaks\, CA
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/grow-with-google
LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women&#8217%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180911T153547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T154853Z
UID:10607-1536859800-1536867000@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Sales\, Marketing & Advertising Plan
DESCRIPTION:Establish the principals of developing a Sales Plan\, Budget and Marketing Plan.  \nLearn to create the concept for a plan\, which will ultimately create the message and direction for the company. The goal is to influence both the Retail Buyer and the Consumer. You will learn to analyze various media and promotional outlets in drawing up the plan such as; create a budget\, analyze each outlet to determine Maximum Market Impact.   
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/sales-marketing-advertising-plan
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180911T153540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T153540Z
UID:10603-1536687000-1536694200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Social Media for My Business
DESCRIPTION:Are your clients in social media and you’re not? This workshop is for you. You will be able to discover the available options in the digital world to impact your business and take it to the next level. Through creative content\, strategies  to manage social media and digital marketing. You will discover the best means to become a leader in your industry.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-for-my-business
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180830T020332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T020335Z
UID:10413-1535536800-1535560200@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training
DESCRIPTION:All health departments in the State of California require managers and supervisors to have an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) certified Food Safety manager on premises.  \nThis class will prepare you for the 4.5 hour ServSafe Manager Food Safety certification\, including a 1.5 hour practice exam. Enroll in advance to receive a study guide and increase your chances of passing the test. Bring current ID or you will be turned away. A half-hour lunch will be provided. Individuals interested in only the taking the practice exam\, please report at 2PM. Call to register :818-300-3098. A FEE IS REQUIRED. 
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-9
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T133352
CREATED:20180705T154746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132024Z
UID:9742-1533027600-1533034800@vedc.chimento.co
SUMMARY:Sales\, Marketing and Budget Plan 
DESCRIPTION:Establish the principals of developing a Sales Plan\, Budget and Marketing Plan. Learn to create the concept for a plan\, which will ultimately create the message and direction for the company. The goal is to influence both the Retail Buyer and the Consumer. You will learn to analyze various media and promotional outlets in drawing up the plan such as creating a budget and analyzing each outlet to determine Maximum Market Impact.
URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/sales-marketing-and-advertising-plan
LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org
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