Past Events

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.

Free

Business Plans for a Small Business Part III of IV

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

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.

Free

Business Plans

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

You’ve started your business and you’re working hard. So why do you need a business plan? Business plans assist you in: growing your business, planning out a new idea, defining projections and/or budgets, evaluating cash flow, and helps you figure out if you will need a loan. A business plan allows you to stay organized [...]

Free

ServSafe Food Safety Test

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 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 [...]

Tax Tips

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

Understanding your various federal/state tax choices is important for running your small business. In this workshop, you will learn how to identify potential tax advantages and traps in time to react.

Free

How I Started My Wellness Program

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

Listen as Toni Ricci walks you through her challenges and her ultimate success story. Learn how to start your own business in the health and wellness industry and the hustle you’ll need to run a successful business. Toni has been studying dance for almost 30 years. Last year, she was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year [...]

Free

Toastmasters

Airport Business Center 7100 Hayvenhurst Ave, Van Nuys, 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. Call Dick Hogue at 818-366-9686 with any questions. Address: [...]

Free

Restaurant Resource Council Expo

West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA, United States

Have a restaurant or food business or dream of opening one? • Hop on a food truck and check it out • 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 [...]

Free

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 [...]