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:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180501T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180501T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180430T173004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005009Z UID:9150-1525195800-1525203000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: Minimum Wage Increase DESCRIPTION:This meet-up will discuss strategies for overcoming the July minimum wage increase. Topics covered include: the July minimum wage increase\, learning about pricing increases\, menu redesigning\, retaining employees\, and the new Back of House Tip Pooling Laws. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-minimum-wage-increase 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:20180501T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180501T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180423T224039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T224814Z UID:8918-1525165200-1525172400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The Art of Hiring DESCRIPTION:Human Resources 101\nAn understanding of the policies and\nprocedures to utilize and establish an HR\ndepartment for small businesses. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-art-of-hiring LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Networking ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180430T165956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T165956Z UID:9140-1525107600-1525114800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Part 2 of a 2 Part Series:  Insider Tricks to Successfully Open a Restaurant DESCRIPTION:Continue your journey to successfully planning your restaurant. Learn how to make your brand stand out\, choosing the right location for your restaurant type\, hurdles you will have to jump to comply with LA County and City restaurant opening requirements\, how to minimize costs associated in opening\, getting the best lease and more. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/part-2-of-a-2-part-series-insider-tricks-to-successfully-open-a-restaurant LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180430T165554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T165554Z UID:9137-1525075200-1525107600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Part 1 of a 2 Part Series: Insider Tricks to Successfully Open a Restaurant DESCRIPTION:Meet a restauranteur who has been instrumental in opening dozens of restaurants. Learn what makes a restaurant successful and how to create a strong foundation for prosperity.  We will look at what owning a restaurant is really like. Whether a franchise or independent project is best for your personality type.  How to work with partners.   Discover the costs of start-ups from food trucks to full scale operations\, and begin to look at your concept\, and the need for a business plan tailored for restaurants. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/part-1-of-a-2-part-series-insider-tricks-to-successfully-open-a-restaurant LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180427T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T204905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T211211Z UID:7880-1524823200-1524830400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Get Found on Google Search and Maps DESCRIPTION:Do you want to be in the first page of Google? Do you want to grow your business brand? Do you want traffic from Google search? \nJoin us for a free workshop. Seats are limited. \n\nThis class is for existing businesses only\nYou must bring your own smart phone\, tablet or laptop URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/get-found-on-google-search-and-maps 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=UTC:20180426T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180426T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180417T222031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005009Z UID:8562-1524765600-1524772800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media para impactar mi negocio DESCRIPTION:En 2 horas de workshop con Ara Iglesias 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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-para-impactar-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=UTC:20180426T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180426T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005008Z UID:8068-1524763800-1524771000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Small Business Entity Formation DESCRIPTION:The Bet Tzedek’s Small Business Basics and Entity Formation presentation focuses on providing an overview of the essential legal issues involved in launching and maintaining a successful small business. Topics covered will including obtaining a FEIN\, registering a fictitious business name\, and obtaining seller’s permits. In addition\, the presentation will focus on the different types of business entities available (sole proprietorship\, limited liability corporation\, C Corp\, etc.)\, the critical differences between each entity type\, and considerations every small business owner should keep in mind when evaluating these options. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/small-business-entity-formation 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/New_York:20180426T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T155453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T162555Z UID:7967-1524760200-1524771000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Empowering Women Entrepreneurs! DESCRIPTION:An Invitation to a Women Entrepreneurs event!\nEmpowering Women Entrepreneurs through Small Business Training\, Resources and Access to Capital\nTravelers and VEDC invite small business owners to a motivational and educational event\, in partnership with the NYC Dept. Small Business Services\nThis small business event includes “Women Entrepreneurs on the Move” Guest Speakers\, Small Business Training Session\, Access to Capital and Business Resources\, Complimentary Dinner and Networking Opportunity! \nAgenda\n\n4:30-5:00 pm: Check-in / Networking and Lite-Dinner\n5:00 pm: “Women Entrepreneurs on the Move”: Guest Speakers share their experience as entrepreneurs and on the small business organizations they currently lead\n\nQuenia Abreu\, President\, New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneur\nDiana Franco\, Director\, Women Entrepreneurs (WE) NYC\, New York City Department of Small Business Services\n\n\n5:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Small Business Risk Education & Business Continuity Planning\n\nHow to Access to Capital and Business Resource\nIncludes Training Workbooks & Materials\nGiveaway at closure\n\n\n\nWhat is Small Business Risk Education (SBRE) and Business Continuity Planning? \nCOULD YOUR BUSINESS STAY OPEN if there was a natural disaster or if you had major surgery? DID YOU KNOW you could be held liable for the auto accident of an employee? WHAT WOULD YOU DO if your computer system has been hacked? \nLEARN THE RISKS BEFORE THEY HAPPEN\nTravelers Risk Control Consultant and SBS will provide a free training session to assist you in developing a risk management plan to address your business risks. Participants will also receive information on available business resources. \nSBRE Program provides one-on-one consultation \nParticipants will receive a free phone consultation with Travelers Risk Control Professional to review their risk management plan. \nAccess to Capital\nAfter the consultation\, businesses are eligible to apply for a VEDC small business loan\, which could provide funds to support the implementation of a risk management plan and business growth. We encourage Veteran-\, Women-and Minority-Owned Businesses to attend. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/empowering-women-entrepreneurs-ny-04-18 LOCATION:NYC Department of Small Business Services\, 110 William Street\, 4th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10038\, United States CATEGORIES:Travelers Small Business Risk Education Program,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180425T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180425T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005008Z UID:8066-1524677400-1524684600@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 a fully functioning website ready to go live on the internet. No skills necessary. Just bring a laptop. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hands-on-website-design-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:20180425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T211001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T211001Z UID:7904-1524650400-1524657600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Licenses & 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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-permits-3 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:20180424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T204528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T211229Z UID:7878-1524574800-1524582000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Bookkeeping Basics using Excel DESCRIPTION:Learn which records to maintain for tax and business management purposes and how to set up a simple bookkeeping system for your cash basis small business using only Excel spreadsheet software. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/bookkeeping-basics-using-excel LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Payroll & Taxes,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180424T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180424T123000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005008Z UID:8064-1524565800-1524573000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The CEO Corner: Authentic Leadership Breeds Confidence DESCRIPTION:Take stock of who YOU are! Identify your fears and learn how to confront them! Take risks and challenge the status quo! Communicate like a CEO! URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-ceo-corner-authentic-leadership-breeds-confidence 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:20180424T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T210646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T210646Z UID:7901-1524562200-1524567600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:How to Start Your Online Business DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential steps to start your online business. This workshop will cover E-Commerce and topics including: registering your domain name\, selecting a webhost\, designing\, marketing\, and publishing your site. This will be a hands on course\, please bring a laptop or tablet to follow along. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/how-to-start-your-online-business 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=UTC:20180423T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005008Z UID:8062-1524502800-1524513600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY: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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iv-of-iv-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=UTC:20180421T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180421T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005007Z UID:8060-1524304800-1524328200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Notary Public DESCRIPTION:This California-state approved course will provide potential notary publics with the knowledge required to pass the Notary Public Examination. Participants who complete this course will receive the Proof of Completion certificate that is required for admission to the Secretary of State proctored Notary Public Examination. \nFree class. \nRegister at www.innovationscourses.com.  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/notary-public 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:20180420T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180420T143000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180320T204145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T175101Z UID:7814-1524209400-1524234600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:12th Annual Sustainability Summit DESCRIPTION:This annual summit at the Getty Center is a momentous event in our city\, annually drawing more than 1\,500 industry\, corporate and civic leaders in attendance and via livestream. This exceptional forum advocates for business-driven solutions and effective public policy to help Los Angeles realize a more sustainable future. \nWATCH: Friday Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 10:05 AM\n \nWATCH: Friday Morning Session: 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM\n \nWATCH: Friday Afternoon Session: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM\n \nJoin our experts to learn: \n\nThe balance between local and imported water resources\nHow the State plans to increase water conservation technologies and tools through incentives\nThe potential impact of Proposition 68 on the June 2018 ballot– the Parks and Environment Bond – that would invest $4 billion for environmental protection\, flood protection and infrastructure projects\nAnd much more!\n\nHear from top leaders\, including: \n\nThe Honorable Kate Brown Governor\, State of Oregon\nThe Honorable Jay Inslee Governor\, State of Washington\nThe Honorable Eric Garcetti Mayor\, City of Los Angeles\nThe Honorable Kevin de Leon Senate President pro Tem\, State of California\nThe Honorable Laura Friedman Assembly Assistant Speaker pro Tem\nJason Barrett Vice President\, Structured Finance & Investments\, GAF\nBen Côté President\, Sanexen Water Inc.\nPete Brown Manager\, Communications & Education Services\, Water Replenishment District\nCisco DeVries CEO\, Renew Financial\nElizabeth Fretheim Senior Director\, Supply Chain Sustainability\, Walmart\nMyeisha Gamino Director\, Corporate Affairs & Government Relations\,\nThe Kroger Company – Ralphs Division\nDeepak Garg Founder & Chairman\, Smart Energy Water\nMark Gold Associate Vice Chancellor for Environment and Sustainability\, UCLA\nVirginia Grebbien Executive Vice President & Chief of Staff\, Parsons\nEmile Haddad Chairman & CEO\, FivePoint\nKasey Krape Senior Program Manager\, Strategy & Business Development\, Tesla\nJeffrey Kightlinger General Manager\, Metropolitan Water District\nDeborah Marrow Director\, Getty Foundation\nRichard Maullin Chair\, California Independent System Operator Board of Governors\nDavid Nahai Partner\, Lewis Brisbois\, Bisgaard & Smith\nKarla Nemeth Director\, California Department of Water Resources\nMichael Northrop Program Director\, Sustainable Development\,\nRockefeller Brothers Fund\nRon Nichols President\, Southern California Edison\nMatt Petersen President & CEO\, LA Cleantech Incubator\nDennis Rodriguez Chief City Executive\, Siemens\nDr. Zafer Sahinoglu Senior Director\, Business Innovations Division\, Mitsubishi Electric\nPolly Shaw Vice President\, Regulatory Affairs and Communications\, Stem\nNadine Watt President\, Watt Companies\, Chair\, Los Angeles Business Council\nMike Webster Executive Director\, SCPPA\nDavid Wright General Manager\, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power\nDerrick Xiong Co-Founder & CMO\, EHang\, Inc.\nEnrique Zaldivar Director\, City of Los Angeles Bureau of Sanitation URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/12th-annual-sustainability-summit LOCATION:J. Paul Getty Center\, 1200 Getty Center Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90049\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ORGANIZER;CN="Los Angeles Business Council":MAILTO:klondon@labusinesscouncil.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180419T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180419T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005007Z UID:8059-1524164400-1524171600@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. \nCall Dick Hogue at 818-366-9686 with any questions. \nAddress: 7100 Hayvenhurst Avenue\, Van Nuys\, CA 91406 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-2 LOCATION:Airport Business Center\, 7100 Hayvenhurst Ave\, Van Nuys\, CA\, 91406\, United States CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180419T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180419T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005007Z UID:8057-1524159000-1524166200@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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-and-permits-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=UTC:20180418T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180418T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005007Z UID:8055-1524070800-1524078000@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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/access-to-capital-4 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=UTC:20180417T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180417T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005007Z UID:8053-1523988000-1523995200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: Client Perception DESCRIPTION:The primary goal of any restaurant is to delight customers by creating and maximizing value through satisfactory delivery of food and service. This goal leads to customer satisfaction and loyalty—an essential attribute of business performance. Understanding techniques for creating value from a customer-centric perspective and avenues for developing customers’ willingness to become involved in the value creation process is critical. Join us for this eye-opening workshop. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-client-perception 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=UTC:20180416T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180416T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180331T174814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005006Z UID:8051-1523898000-1523908800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY: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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iii-of-iv-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=UTC:20180416T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180416T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005006Z UID:8007-1523872800-1523896200@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 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. \nCall to register.  818-300-3098 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-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:20180416T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180416T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T210447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T210447Z UID:7898-1523869200-1523876400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:The CEO’s Corner: Leadership DESCRIPTION:Creating your company’s culture is one of the most important roles you have as a CEO\, and the key ingredient is the values you set for your company. Values help define the kind of organization you want and they help your team understand and internalize how that definition translates in ACTION. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/the-ceos-corner-leadership 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=UTC:20180412T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180412T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005006Z UID:8005-1523559600-1523566800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Finanzas con “M” de Mujer y proyecciones para la pequena empresa: Mujeres Empresarias DESCRIPTION:Las proyecciones financieras son una de las principales herramientas que se utiliza en la gestión financiera efectiva. Con ella se logra escenificar las diferentes realidades que se pueden presentar en el futuro y cómo pueden ser abordadas para extraer de ellas las estrategias que se ajusten a la gestión personal como empresarial. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/finanzas-con-m-de-mujer-y-proyecciones-para-la-pequena-empresa-mujeres-empresarias 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=UTC:20180412T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180412T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005006Z UID:8003-1523556000-1523563200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Facebook Ad Prices: Decreasing Costs While Increasing Sales DESCRIPTION:The old way of running Facebook ads is dead. This workshop will cover what Facebook wants to see from advertisers and the strategies to have a winning\, long term ad campaign. Learn how to keep showing your ad at a lower cost while increasing your leads and conversions. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/facebook-ad-prices-decreasing-costs-while-increasing-sales 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:20180412T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T210234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T210234Z UID:7894-1523552400-1523559600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Alcohol License Requirements DESCRIPTION:Serving alcohol can be a profitable component of any restaurant. Come and learn how to obtain an alcohol beverage license in the Los Angeles County. This workshop covers: \n\nTypes of Alcohol Permits\nState and local application processes\nTimelines and costs\nOverview of required employee training and other procedures\nHow not to lose it once you get it URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/alcohol-license-requirements 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=UTC:20180411T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180411T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005005Z UID:8001-1523467800-1523475000@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. \nشرکت کنندگان در این کلاس ساختار بیزینس و چگونگی گرفتن مجوزهای لازم را فرا خواهند گرفت. \nهمچنین در این گلاس  چگونگی پرکردن اپلکیشن و فرمهای حقوقی لازم برای آغاز بیزینس مرور خواهد شد. \nLocation: 4954 Van Nuys Blvd. #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA 91403 \nThis event is in partnership with the PARS Equality Center. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-and-permits-3 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:20180411T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180411T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180326T204303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T211311Z UID:7876-1523466000-1523473200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics DESCRIPTION:If your company is seeking financing or direction and you want to know the basics of how to write a business plan – sign up here! Entrepreneurs typically allow daily operations to steer the direction of the business. Without proper planning\, goals\, objectives\, benchmarks and checks and balances in place businesses often veer from their original course into a dead end. Avoid pitfalls and detours – go directly to success with this hands-on Business Plan workshop that will teach you how to best identify goals and objectives in relation to marketing\, sales\, distribution\, management and finance. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/business-plan-basics LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180411T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005005Z UID:7999-1523440800-1523448000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Introduction to Grant Writing DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you an overview of the components of writing a successful proposal. Topics include: how to research and identify funders that will fund your nonprofit organization or program and the components of a grant proposal. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/introduction-to-grant-writing-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=UTC:20180410T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180410T203000 DTSTAMP:20260428T212216 CREATED:20180329T171642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005005Z UID:7997-1523381400-1523392200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Fashion Collective Showcase V-V: Apparel Production 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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/fashion-collective-showcase-v-v-apparel-production LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Fashion Committee,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR