Starting a Restaurant Business Basics
Coffee & Conversation with Stephanie Stackhouse
This Coffee & Conversation session features keynote speaker Stephanie Stackhouse, Owner of The Center SLO. The Center SLO is the largest yoga studio on the Central Coast of California. Stephanie embarked on this journey to create a space that fosters personal growth, health, and community connection. She began with a clear vision to integrate her corporate expertise in market research and strategic planning with a dedication to holistic well-being.
Small Business Microloans
Learn about $5,000 to $50,000 microloans for women-owned, low-income, and under-resourced small businesses in California on this week’s free webinar when SBDC director Kelly Bearden is joined by Natalie Del Toro, SoCal Community Development Officer for TMC Community Capital, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).
Del Toro provides details on the variety of microloans TMC offers from $5,000 to $50,000, along with criteria and tips to become loan ready from a lender’s perspective, funded project examples, and more.
Money + Marketing: Clearly Defining Your Business Goals
Join us for an immersive workshop designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to craft realistic financial goals while strategically integrating marketing approaches for maximum success in the year ahead.
Reframing Success: A Fresh Approach to Business Goal Setting
Join us for an immersive workshop designed to guide you through a profound journey of self-reflection and intentional goal-setting as we approach the threshold of a new year. In this dynamic and transformative session, you'll embark on a voyage of introspection, unlocking the insights and clarity needed to craft a purpose-driven roadmap for the year ahead.
Marketing Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Business
Embarking on a new business venture requires a great deal of effort and careful planning. It's completely normal to feel a bit unsure, especially when it comes to areas like marketing. That's why we've put together this Workshop specifically for new entrepreneurs who may be feeling a bit overwhelmed or underprepared when it comes to effectively marketing their business.We warmly welcome anyone who is interested in learning the basics of marketing to join us!
*WEBINAR WEDNESDAY: Small Business Microloans
On this week’s free webinar, SBDC director Kelly Bearden will be joined by Natalie Del Toro, SoCal Community Development Officer for TMC Community Capital, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides microloans to women-owned, low-income, and under-resourced small businesses in California.
Happy Fourth of July!
Happy 4th of July from the Valley Sierra Small Business Development Center! Our office will be closed on 7/4 in observance of the holiday.
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From Zero to QBO: Setting Up for Success
You’ve decided this is the year to finally take control of your finances and you are considering QuickBooks Online, but were met with some confusing questions at setup: Are you 1065, 1120, or 1040? Cash or accrual? EIN or SSN? Importing data? The setup questionnaire can feel more like an interrogation than a helpful survey of your current business.
Navigating Global Logistics: Overcoming Challenges
This FREE workshop will discuss how to navigate through global supply chain delays and adapt through various scenarios.
Join Geoff for an insightful session delving into the intricacies of global logistics. From shipping logistics from California ports to navigating global supply chain delays, this workshop equips you with the knowledge needed to overcome logistical hurdles and streamline your international trade operations.
