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Small Business Legal Academy

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Bet Tzedek’s Small Business Legal Academy, sponsored in conjunction with the VEDC’s Women’s Business Center, is a free workshop bringing the top lawyers from various law firms to help guide and counsel LA’s small business community. In addition to receiving critical legal information via a presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to receive one-on-one legal [...]

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LA Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2018

Los Angeles City Hall South Lawn, 200 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Office of Economic Development invites you to attend a celebration of LA Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2018 Pathways to Prosperity […]

SBA Disaster Loans Available

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

• Business Physical Disaster Loans – Loans to businesses to repair or replace disaster-damaged property owned by the business, including real estate, inventories, supplies, machinery and equipment. Businesses of any size are eligible. Private, non-profit organizations such as charities, churches, private universities, etc., are also eligible. • Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) – Working capital [...]

Tony Robbins Peak Performance Strategist: Turning Action Into Results

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Learn How To: Activate the driving force that moves you to action and results Move through limitations towards resourcefulness Cultivate a state of mental strength to overcome barriers Inspire strong leadership Embrace the power of force to improve productivity

Avoiding Sales and Use Tax Common Mistakes

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

This presentation will highlight CDTFA services and how to access them, how to obtain a seller’s permit, the basics of collecting, reporting, and paying sales and use tax, and recordkeeping guidelines. You will also learn about common sales and use tax mistakes and how to avoid them.

State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

You will learn: *How and when to report state payroll taxes. *How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor. * Independent contractor reporting requirements. * Ways to get assistance.

Women In Technology

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Come and meet other women in technology. We Stand Strong Behind Empowering Women in the Technology Industry. We Believe the Best Ideas Come from Inclusion. That’s Why We Strive to Ensure Equality. Come and learn more.

Celebrating Black History Month

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

VEDC and WBC proudly presents resources for your business to find and fund new growth opportunities. Join us as we have a fireside chat with experts in the areas of Certification and Finance.

Direct Mail simplified with Every Door Direct Mail

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

This retail product uses Simplified Addressing which makes it possible for small businesses to send Direct Mail flats without a permit and without the expense of list purchasing – saving you time and money!  The Postal Service is very excited to offer Every Door Direct Mail.  It’s a way for businesses and organizations of all [...]

Restaurant Expo- Restaurant Resource Council

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

FEED. LEAD. PROFIT EXPO Have a restaurant or food business or dream of opening one? Meet lots of vendors that can support your success • Attend a series of mini workshops targeted on growing your business • Hear a seasoned panel of owners share their secrets to success • Hang out with other restaurant people. [...]

Women’s + Business Conference Celebration

Airtel Plaza Hotel 7277 Valjean Ave, Van Nuys, CA, United States

VEDC-WBC recognizes the great contributions that women provide every single day and the significant role they play in society. In a panel of women entrepreneurs, we will hear of the success and strong resilience every business owner needs to make their business successful. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn about liability, as [...]

Founders Business Accelerator Info Session at Pacoima City Hall

Pacoima City Hall 13520 Van Nuys Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United States

You’re a business owner and you’re looking to do even better, but how do you find time to develop the game plan to grow and succeed? The Founders Business Accelerator is a free program from the City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) designed to help your business grow. This 10-week program includes free [...]

Lady Veterans + Military Spouses CONNECT SHARE GROW

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Let’s talk, eat and share ideas to start or grow your business. We are a group of military-connected women in charge of growing an idea and turning it into a business that serves you and others. We connect on a monthly basis to share pertinent information around building and scaling your business. We guide our [...]

5th Fashion Entrepreneur Expo – “A Seed of Art & Fashion”

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

5th Fashion Entrepreneur Expo – A Seed of Art & Fashion Fashionistas! We invite you and your friends to celebrate up-and-coming designers and fashion industry business owners. Get up close with the new trends and industry insider tips-and-tricks from our guest speakers and a live runway show. Everyone will leave a winner with a goodie [...]

Women In Technology

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Come and meet other women in technology. We Stand Strong Behind Empowering Women in the Technology Industry. We Believe the Best Ideas Come from Inclusion. That’s Why We Strive to Ensure Equality. Come and learn more.  

Become a Notary Public

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

This California “Required” course will provide the information needed to pass the State Notary Public Examination. Participants will receive the Proof of Completion Certificate that is required in order to take the Notary Public Examination.

ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

All health departments in the state of California require managers and supervisors to have an ANSI-certified Food Safety Manager on the premises of a restaurant. This class will prepare you for the test (4.5 hours) and will include the exam (1.5 hours). Enroll in advance to receive the study guide. Participants who study the guide [...]

“US SBA 8(a) Business Development and HUBZone Workshop”

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Did you know that the federal government’s goal is to award at least 5% of all federal contracting dollars to small disadvantaged businesses each year? And 3% of all federal contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified small businesses each year? Join us for this workshop and learn more about both 8(a) Business Development Program and HUBZone Program, [...]

III Expo-Conferencia Mujeres Empresarias

Airtel Plaza Hotel 7277 Valjean Ave, Van Nuys, CA, United States

Conferencia y Mesas Redondas  de Empoderamiento para Mujeres Empresarias. Diseñada para que hagas muchas conexiones y conozcas todos los recursos que se necesitan para que tu negocio sea exitoso. Exclusiva oportunidad para promover tu negocio, productos y o servicios ANTES, DURANTE Y DESPUES del Evento. (Pregunta por los beneficios para los VENDORS). Expo, rifas y [...]

Body Listening for Clarity and Ease

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

It’s quite possible that there is too much on your plate and you have many plates. If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, and confused about your next steps Body Listening for Women™ can help you find solutions to your challenges through accessing your body’s wisdom and intuition.  This interactive presentation will offer you stress reduction, [...]

ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

All health departments in the state of California require managers and supervisors to have an ANSI-certified Food Safety Manager on the premises of a restaurant. This class will prepare you for the test (4.5 hours) and will include the exam (1.5 hours). Enroll in advance to receive the study guide. Participants who study the guide [...]

How to Become a Notary Public

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

This California “Required” course will provide the information needed to pass the State Notary Public Examination. Participants will receive the Proof of Completion Certificate that is required in order to take the Notary Public Examination.

How To Launch a Grassroots Micro-Influencer Campaign

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Do you hear the word “influencer” and think of a million dollar campaign? Not anymore! You already have micro-influencers in your online community just waiting to get more involved with your organization! This workshop will breakdown the proven steps and resources needed to grow your social channels with engaged followers ready to get become volunteers, [...]

Financial Protection

VEDC Women’s Business Center 5121 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 300A, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

• What is your business structure? • The unexpected business partner. Importance of buy-sell agreement • Succession planning. Who is going to take over your business? • The importance of the Living Trust

Rosie Arias, owner and founder of Whimsical Charm in Southern California

Makers & Micro Manufacturers Conference

Pacoima Entrepreneur Center 13420 Van Nuys Blvd., #121, Pacoima, CA, United States

Join our Makers & Micro Manufacturers Conference event and get plugged into the community! Learn how to access capital, network with business experts, and attend special workshops to best position your business for success. Complimentary lunch will be provided! Agenda •9:00 AM - Check-in and Networking Coffee •Access to Capital and Business Resource Info Tables [...]