Past Events

Google Analytics

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

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 [...]

Free

ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training

BusinessSource Center West Valley 18645 Sherman Way #114, Reseda, CA, United States

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. This 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 [...]

Small Business Orientation

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

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. Instructor: Ruth Garcia-Corrales

Free

Social Media Para Mi Negocio

BusinessSource Center West Valley 18645 Sherman Way #114, Reseda, CA, United States

¿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 [...]

Free

Intellectual Property

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

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. Instructor: Diego Cartegena

Free

The Art of Networking

PARS Equality Center 4954 Van Nuys Blvd, #201, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States

Discover THE Networking Group. Learn how to you introduce yourself. Set your own goals! Don´t be afraid to join in! Dress accordingly. Instructor: Jorge Rabaso

Free

Toastmasters

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

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. Instructors: Dick Hogue and Jennifer Coats

Free

Restaurant Resource Council: Winning Restaurant Marketing Plans

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

Learn how to: • Establish a restaurant marketing plan • Create an email advertising campaign • Some tricks on effective Facebook advertising Instructors: Celeste Young-Ramos and Chris Wexler

Free

HBN Toastmasters Español-Bilingual

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

¡Adquiera Confianza en sí mismo y mejore sus habilidades de Comunicación! En 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. Instructor: Jorge [...]

Free

The CEO Corner: Strategic Networking

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

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. Instructor: Richard Stern

Free