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:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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:20260428T221319 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180410T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180326T205720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T205720Z UID:7891-1523354400-1523377800@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. \nPersons just wanting the exam\, report at 2:00pm. \nA FEE IS REQUIRED. Call to register: 818-330-3098 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-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:20180410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180410T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180326T203632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180328T173551Z UID:7869-1523350800-1523358000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will learn about free tools to start marketing your business in all social medial platforms. Learn how to set up a store and target your clientele through your own social media profile\, and start your own e-commerce now! Help your buyers find you with your Facebook ads\, build your audience\, showcase your products\, and measure the results. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/social-media-marketing LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Media,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180409T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180409T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005005Z UID:7995-1523293200-1523304000@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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-ii-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=UTC:20180409T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180409T133000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005005Z UID:7993-1523275200-1523280600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Veteran Business Initiative and Access Capital Requirements for Loans and Micro Loans DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers: setting up short- and long-term financial goals\, securing financing\, controlling costs\, managing liquidity\, small business taxes\, and other successful managing tips. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/veteran-business-initiative-and-access-capital-requirements-for-loans-and-micro-loans 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:20180405T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180405T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005003Z UID:7992-1522954800-1522962000@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 \n  URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:ToastMasters,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180405T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180405T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005003Z UID:7990-1522949400-1522956600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Marketing Techniques For Health and Wellness Businesses DESCRIPTION:Creating a marketing strategy is key to brand development and market penetration. Join us to learn about the health and wellness industry and how to gain exposure for your brand. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/marketing-techniques-for-health-and-wellness-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=UTC:20180405T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180405T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005002Z UID:7988-1522947600-1522954800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Finanzas y Proyecciones Para Pequeña 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-y-proyecciones-para-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=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180326T205450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T205450Z UID:7882-1522918800-1522926000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:All About Small Business Loans DESCRIPTION:Need money to purchase equipment\, inventory\, expand or restructure your business? Need money but the banks can’t help? Come and learn all about small business loans\, alternative financing\, the 5 C’s of credit analysis\, and more. It’s open to anyone interested and free to attend! You can apply and be pre-qualified on the spot! Just bring the following documents with you: \n\n2016 personal & business Tax Returns\nMost recent work paystub\n3 month personal & business bank statements URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/all-about-small-business-loans LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180404T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180404T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005002Z UID:7986-1522863000-1522870200@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. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/small-business-orientation-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=UTC:20180403T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180403T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T221319 CREATED:20180329T171609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T005002Z UID:7984-1522776600-1522783800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Living Trusts and Buy-Sell Agreements: Protecting Your Business DESCRIPTION:Most business owners already appreciate the benefits that incorporation or partnership can provide. But\, should entrepreneurs consider having their small business held in a trust? Join us for a free workshop for small business owners. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/living-trusts-and-buy-sell-agreements-protecting-your-business 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