BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VEDC - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vedc.chimento.co X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VEDC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180912T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180912T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180821T014945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T031829Z UID:10316-1536773400-1536780600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Financial Terms DESCRIPTION:An essential understanding of financial fundamentals is critical to all business owners. Participants will leave the workshop with a practical knowledge of business/financial terms and the knowledge needed to develop the practical accounting and finance skills that are key in business management. \nInstructor: Andrey Yakunichev URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/financial-terms LOCATION:PARS Equality Center\, 4954 Van Nuys Blvd\, #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91423\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 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:20180911T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180908T030355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T031828Z UID:10580-1536687000-1536694200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Website Design DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will learn (hands-on) 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. \nInstructor: Graeme Cohen URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/website-design LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180821T014939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T031827Z UID:10314-1536687000-1536694200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Fashion Sales and Marketing DESCRIPTION:In order to succeed in your fashion business\, you need a sales and marketing plan. In this workshop\, we will discuss how to create a sales and marketing plan to build awareness for your business and its products. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/fashion-sales-and-marketing LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180911T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180901T151827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180901T151827Z UID:10503-1536656400-1536663600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Plan de Negocio Series Lleve su Guia Gratis Parte1 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-series-lleve-su-guia-gratis-parte1-2 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180910T163000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180811T010411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T031848Z UID:10211-1536573600-1536597000@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 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 before class have the most success. It is necessary to bring a current picture ID. If not present\, you will be turned away. Donuts and coffee will be provided. A half-hour lunch hour will be provided. To only take the exam\, report at 2:00 pm. \nA fee is required. \nInstructor: Celeste Young-Ramos URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-8 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180907T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180907T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T030326Z UID:10295-1536318000-1536325200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Small Business Orientation DESCRIPTION:In this orientation\, we will cover common hurdles to starting a business and how to overcome them. We will work on determining who your client is\, and how to craft and test a business offer. Business logistics\, such as operations and financing\, will also be covered. \nInstructor: Ruth Garcia-Corrales \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/small-business-orientation-12 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180906T024823Z UID:10293-1536260400-1536267600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters 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. \nInstructors: Jennifer Coats and Dick Hogue URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-9 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180807T134915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180906T151837Z UID:10177-1536224400-1536237000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar DESCRIPTION:You Will Learn: \n\nHow and when to report State payroll taxes.\nHow to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor.\nIndependent Contractor reporting requirements.\nWays to get assistance. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/state-basic-payroll-tax-seminar LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180905T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180905T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T024854Z UID:10291-1536168600-1536175800@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. \nInstructor: Yelena Gazal URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/quickbooks-for-small-businesses LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180905T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T024853Z UID:10289-1536141600-1536148800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The CEO Corner: Strategic Networking DESCRIPTION:Networking done strategically can result in a highly productive and rewarding experience. This class will teach you how to network for the right reasons in the right way. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-ceo-corner-strategic-networking LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180904T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180904T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T151932Z UID:10287-1536084000-1536091200@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. \nInstructor: Jorge Rabaso URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hbn-toastmasters-espanol-bilingual LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180904T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180904T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180818T011923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T151931Z UID:10285-1536082200-1536089400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: Winning Restaurant Marketing Plans DESCRIPTION:Learn how to: \n• Establish a restaurant marketing plan\n• Create an email advertising campaign\n• Some tricks on effective Facebook advertising \nInstructors: Celeste Young-Ramos and Chris Wexler URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-winning-restaurant-marketing-plans LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180730T165933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T021133Z UID:10106-1535655600-1535662800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters 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. \nInstructors: Dick Hogue and Jennifer Coats URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-8 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180730T165933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T021133Z UID:10105-1535650200-1535657400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The Art of Networking DESCRIPTION:Discover THE Networking Group. Learn how to you introduce yourself. Set your own goals! Don´t be afraid to join in! Dress accordingly. \nInstructor: Jorge Rabaso URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-art-of-networking-2 LOCATION:PARS Equality Center\, 4954 Van Nuys Blvd\, #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91423\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180730T165932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T021133Z UID:10104-1535650200-1535657400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Intellectual Property DESCRIPTION:This session will review common issues small business face when it comes to intellectual property. Specific topics that will be covered include trademarks\, copyrights\, patents\, and trade secrets. Attendees will learn strategies for protecting their business investments\, and also for avoiding liability from infringing on others’ intellectual property rights. \nInstructor: Diego Cartegena URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/intellectual-property LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180828T150329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T151923Z UID:10392-1535623200-1535630400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media Para Mi Negocio DESCRIPTION:¿Tus clientes están en redes sociales y tú no? Este workshop es para ti. Podrás descubrir las opciones que hay en el mundo digital para impactar tu negocio y llevarlo a otro nivel. A través de contenido creativo\, estrategias de manejo de redes y marketing digital encontraras la mejor forma para ser líder en tu industria. \nYELP – GOOGLE – FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM \nInstructor: Ara Iglesias \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-para-mi-negocio-2 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T190000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180730T165927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180829T020350Z UID:10102-1535562000-1535569200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Small Business Orientation DESCRIPTION:In this orientation\, we will cover common hurdles to starting a business and how to overcome them. We will work on determining who your client is\, and how to craft and test a business offer. Business logistics\, such as operations and financing\, will also be covered. \nInstructor: Ruth Garcia-Corrales URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/small-business-orientation-11 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180829T163000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 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:20180827T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180827T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180730T165922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180827T020327Z UID:10100-1535391000-1535398200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Google Analytics DESCRIPTION:This lecture will help you understand Google Analytics. You will learn about where traffic to your website comes from\, and what your visitors are doing. This course will provide you with a foundation to build your perfect website\, and understand what your visitors are doing on your website so that you can improve how long they stay on your site\, and what areas or pages need updating. \nInstructor: Graeme Cohen URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/google-analytics-2 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180824T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180824T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180802T131855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180824T144824Z UID:10138-1535101200-1535108400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media Para Mi Negocio DESCRIPTION:Tus clientes te están buscando en social media y tu no estás. Vamos a abrir y actualizar las principales redes sociales para que tengas presencia digital. YELP – GOOGLE – FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM \nInstructor: Ara Iglesias \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-para-mi-negocio LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T014906Z UID:9854-1535045400-1535052600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Publicity for Filmmakers DESCRIPTION:It’s never too early to think about distribution\, film festivals and awards\, even if the cameras have not started rolling. Factoring in a publicity strategy from the very beginning will help give a filmmaker focus\, start building a personal presence\, creating a buzz and a head start to understanding the PR game. Studios think big picture from the time a project is announced\, and so should you. This workshop will look at why a consistent publicity strategy is important and provide a few ideas on how to implement it\, even if your budget does not match the studios. \nInstructor: Jane LaBonte URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/publicity-for-filmmakers LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180823T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T014907Z UID:9855-1535045400-1535052600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Creating an E-Commerce Business DESCRIPTION:This e-commerce business/selling online workshop introduces attendees to the important considerations that must be understood in order to be successful online. You will learn how to set up and maintain a strong e-commerce business. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/creating-an-e-commerce-business LOCATION:PARS Equality Center\, 4954 Van Nuys Blvd\, #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91423\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T014835Z UID:9853-1534957200-1534968000@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. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iv-of-iv-4 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180822T144848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T144848Z UID:10333-1534932000-1534939200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Accessing Bureau of Contract Administration Workshop DESCRIPTION:A recurring workshop held every other month to educate the business community in  (BCA). \n\nThe Labor Compliance presentation will focus on Federal\, State\, and City laws\, regulations\, and other requirements associated with Public Works projects. Topics will address: Prevailing Wage\, Apprentice Ratios\, Payroll reporting requirements\, Project Labor Agreements and Targeted Hiring requirements.\nThe Certification presentation will provide small businesses with information on the certification program offered by the City of Los Angeles. This will include the eligibility requirement as well as how and where to apply for each program.\nThe Minimum Wage Ordinance presentation will educate the small businesses on compliance requirements on the City of Los Angeles’ Minimum Wage Ordinance which includes a paid sick leave and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/accessing-bureau-of-contract-administration-workshop-2 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180821T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180821T200000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T014935Z UID:9851-1534874400-1534881600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council Meetup: Worker’s Compensation DESCRIPTION:Did you know that if you have one employee you are required by law in California to provide Worker’s Compensation insurance? Learn about the strategies to keep your costs down and how to avoid penalties for non-compliance. \nInstructor: Celeste Young-Ramos URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-meetup-workers-compensation LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180821T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180821T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T014934Z UID:9849-1534872600-1534879800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Hands on Website Design DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will learn (hands-on) 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. \nInstructor: Graeme Cohen URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hands-on-website-design-4 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T013407Z UID:9848-1534786200-1534793400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media Club: How to Create a Personal Brand on Facebook that Makes You Money Part 2 DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we’ll discuss the second step to standing out in the noisy Facebook Newsfeed. You’ll learn specific tips and tricks on how to create visual brand assets that get people stopping to look at your posts. \nInstructor: Kerianne Mellott URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-club-how-to-create-a-personal-brand-on-facebook-that-makes-you-money-part-2 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Media,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T011844Z UID:9847-1534446000-1534453200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Mujeres Empresarias Presentamos a: Mujeres Activas en el Comercio Hispano MACH DESCRIPTION:Mujeres Empresarias le dan la bienvenida al grupo MACH en una noche de “networking”\, aprendizaje y negocios. El tema principal va a ser tu presencia en internet. Trae tus “business cards” para compartir con todas las mujeres empresarias. \nInstructor: Libia Berbesi URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/mujeres-empresarias-presentamos-a-mujeres-activas-en-el-comercio-hispano-mach-3 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T222710 CREATED:20180726T193853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T011843Z UID:9846-1534446000-1534453200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters 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. \nInstructor: Dick Hogue and Jennifer Coats URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-7 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR