BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VEDC - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VEDC 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:20180807T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180807T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180726T193848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T010357Z UID:9838-1533663000-1533670200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Club de Redes Sociales: 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. FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM – YELP – GOOGLE \nInstructor: Ara Iglesias URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/club-de-redes-sociales-social-media-para-mi-negocio 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:20180807T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180807T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180726T193847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T010356Z UID:9837-1533628800-1533661200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: Catering License DESCRIPTION:Learn how to obtain a catering license for Los Angeles County Health Department\, how to track your business\, how to set pricing\, and marketing strategies. \nInstructor: Celeste Young-Ramos URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-catering-license 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:20180802T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180802T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180726T193839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T004926Z UID:9835-1533236400-1533243600@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-6 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:20180801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180801T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180726T193838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180726T193838Z UID:9834-1533142800-1533153600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part I of IV DESCRIPTION:This is the first of four workshops on building your business plan. In this class\, we go over your business’s purpose\, establishing why your business stands out\, and determining your ideal client. \nInstructor: Richard Stern \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-i-of-iv-7 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:20180731T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005034Z UID:9740-1533058200-1533065400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The Consciousness of Money DESCRIPTION:Making money isn’t dependent on what you do\, it’s about your consciousness while you do it. Your relationship with money affects your power to earn and grow the money you make. In this highly-practical lecture\, you will learn the deeper kabbalistic secrets about money that will change the way you think about your finances. \nWhat is Kabbalah? Kabbalah is an ancient wisdom that reveals how the universe and life work. On a literal level\, the word Kabbalah means “to receive.” It’s the study of how to receive fulfillment in our lives. \nInstructor: Daniel Naor \n\nWatch Online\n URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-consciousness-of-money 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:20180731T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180731T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180730T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180730T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005034Z UID:9738-1532970000-1532980800@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-3 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:20180726T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005034Z UID:9737-1532626200-1532633400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Mujeres Empresarias Mastermind 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. \nAsiste a este Primer Mastermind en donde JUNTAS nos apoyaremos y buscaremos soluciones y respuestas para nuestros desafios!! \nInstructor: Libia Berbesi URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/mujeres-empresarias-quieres-un-like-o-quieres-vender 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:20180726T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005033Z UID:9735-1532624400-1532631600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Access To Capital DESCRIPTION:This class covers: setting up short- and long-term financial goals\, securing financing\, controlling costs\, managing liquidity\, small business taxes\, and many other successful managing tips. \nInstructor: Monica Guevara \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/access-to-capital-5 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132023Z UID:9750-1532595600-1532602800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:3 Steps to Business Success DESCRIPTION:When we decide to take a road trip we start with choosing a destination\, setting our route and then we’re on our way.  In business\, we do not always do the same.  We have a few dreams and ideas and we stumble our way to achieving them.  With this workshop Teangelo will share how to dream it\, plan it and\, ultimately\, live it. You will learn the significance of clarifying your goals\, how to build a success road map\, enjoy the process/the hard work and much more. •Setting needle point goals\n• How to build and design a success road map\n• Focus is power\n• How to have fun during the process and hard work. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/3-steps-to-business-success LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Travelers Small Business Risk Education Program,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180725T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132023Z UID:9748-1532512800-1532520000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Financial Projections DESCRIPTION:This class will provide hands on advice to help you prepare start-up\, sales\, and financial projections for business plan and the growth of your company. Learn how to use financial ratios to manage your business and make better decisions. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/financial-projections-3 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:20180725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180725T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005033Z UID:9733-1532512800-1532520000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:CEO Corner: The Art of Building a Team DESCRIPTION:If you have ambitions to grow your business\, you must take time to think strategically about the team of people you assemble to help realize your vision. Your ability to lead your business growth is heavily dependent upon the people you bring on board. Thinking about and managing your human resources is as important as creating a new product\, pitching a new customer\, or engaging a new investor. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/ceo-corner-the-art-of-building-a-team 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:20180725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180725T113000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180727T000922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132023Z UID:9887-1532512800-1532518200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Accessing Bureau of Contract Administration Workshop DESCRIPTION:A recurring workshop held every other month to educate the business community in the programs of the Bureau of Contract Administration (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 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/accessing-bureau-of-contract-administration-workshop LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005033Z UID:9731-1532455200-1532462400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Spanish Toastmasters 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/spanish-toastmasters-3 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:20180724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005032Z UID:9729-1532455200-1532462400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council Meetup: Merchant Services DESCRIPTION:Online\, in-store\, or on the GO\, 75% of all US business owners accept credit cards as a form of payment. Are you a business owner who accepts or is looking to start accepting credit cards for your business ? This workshop will teach you different tips & tricks to lower business overhead while accepting credit cards as a form of payment in your business. Learn more about rates and fees\, POS systems\, access to capital\, PCI Compliance and more from a leader in the merchant service industry. \nInstructors: Celeste Young-Ramos and Jake Kremin URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-meetup-merchant-services 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:20180723T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180723T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005032Z UID:9727-1532365200-1532376000@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. \nInstructor: Richard Stern \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iii-of-iv-3 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:20180719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005031Z UID:9725-1532026800-1532034000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters at WBC 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-at-wbc-4 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:20180719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005031Z UID:9723-1532005200-1532012400@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-10 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:20180719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132022Z UID:9746-1531994400-1532017800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training DESCRIPTION:SERVESAFE Manager Food Safety- All health departments in the State of California require managers and supervisors to have an ANSI certified Food Safety managers on premises. This class will prepare you for the test (4.5 hours) and will include the exam (1.5).  Enroll in advance to receive study guide. Participants who study the guide before class have the most success. Bring current ID.  If not present\, you will be turned away. A half hour lunch will be provided. Persons just wanting the exam\, report at 2:00pm. Call to register. A FEE IS REQUIRED. 818-300-3098 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-6 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:20180718T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180718T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005031Z UID:9721-1531935000-1531942200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:Small business owners\, you’re likely pressed for funds\, time\, and/or people power. That means you need to have a game plan for your social media marketing. Without it\, social media can be ineffective and cost you a lot of money. Learn how the big companies use social media in their favor and how to implement these insights into your small business. \nInstructor: Graeme Cohen URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-for-small-businesses-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:20180718T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180718T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T132022Z UID:9744-1531918800-1531929600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Legal Structures for Starting a Business & More!! DESCRIPTION:This class will help you learn about the different business structures and the required licenses and permits your business may need. You will also learn about various licenses and other legal documents for your business. \n\n Copyrights\, Trademarks\nDomain names\, Patents\nOutside Management Team to support new business URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/legal-structures-for-starting-a-business-more LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180717T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180717T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005031Z UID:9719-1531848600-1531855800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Business Partnerships DESCRIPTION:Join us in this workshop to consider your business partner relationship. Come alone or with your partner(s) or prospective co-founder(s) and get ready to cover some of the tough questions and issues that all business partners should be clear on. We will discuss goals\, roles\, monetary and other considerations\, values\, life and work styles\, and communication tips to keep partners on the same page working as an efficient team. \nInstructor: Warren Cooley URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/business-partnerships 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:20180717T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180717T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005030Z UID:9717-1531848600-1531855800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Building Your Fashion Empire DESCRIPTION:The A-Zs of the fashion industry. Concepts covered include: the ups and downs of the fashion industry\, clearly defining the type of product you want to produce and your ideal client\, concept development\, value proposition\, and sales and distribution. \nInstructor: Richard Stern URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/building-your-fashion-empire 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:20180716T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180716T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005030Z UID:9715-1531762200-1531769400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media Club: How to Create a Personal Brand on Facebook that Makes You Money DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we’ll discuss the first step to standing out in the noisy Facebook Newsfeed. You’ll learn specific tips and tricks to get more eyeballs and prospective clients or customers looking at your business. \nJoin us for a presentation and roundtable with Kerianne\, the former Director of Social Media for eHarmony and a marketing coach/social media expert with over 14 years of experience helping businesses make money and grow their companies online. \nInstructor: Kerianne Mellott URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-club-how-to-create-a-personal-brand-on-facebook-that-makes-you-money 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:20180716T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005030Z UID:9713-1531760400-1531771200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business 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. \nInstructor: Richard Stern \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-ii-of-iv-6 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:20180716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180716T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005030Z UID:9711-1531735200-1531758600@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. A fee is required. For more info\, call 818-300-3098. \nInstructor: Celeste Young-Ramos URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-5 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:20180712T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005029Z UID:9709-1531416600-1531423800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:La Marca Eres Tu DESCRIPTION:Descubre como crear una Marca Personal poderosa para atraer clientes y aumentar tus ingresos. \nInstructor: Cecilia Mota URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/la-marca-eres-tu 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:20180711T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180711T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005029Z UID:9707-1531330200-1531337400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Licenses 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. \nInstructor: Warren Cooley URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-and-permits-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:20180711T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180711T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005029Z UID:9705-1531330200-1531337400@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. \nInstructor: Libia Berbesi \nLocation: 4954 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA 91403 \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with the PARS Equality Center. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/financial-projections-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:20180710T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180710T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045103 CREATED:20180705T154515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005029Z UID:9703-1531243800-1531251000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: Designing Your Menu DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to: \n• Price your menu items\n• Create effective menu descriptions\n• Know which menu items to have on your menu\n• Design a menu that will sell and be profitable\n• Get customers to order your high profit items \nInstructor: Celeste Young-Ramos URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-designing-your-menu 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 END:VCALENDAR