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College of the Canyons SBDC
Proudly assisting clients in Santa Clarita Valley, Antelope Valley,
the San Fernando Valley and beyond.
University of Antelope Valley
44055 Sierra Hwy

Room-121
Lancaster, CA 93534

Date: June 21, 2016
Day: Tuesday
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
Cost: Free
This free orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients.
Find out more [here].
Via Webinar

Date: June 22, 2016

Day: Wednesday 
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free 
A session for veterans to learn about franchise incentives if interested in exploring Baskin Robbins as an option. Presenters will include representatives from Baskin Robbins and the Small Business Development Center, and a Veteran Franchisee.
Find out more [here].
Via Webinar
Date: June 22, 2016
Day: Wednesday
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
This webinar-orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business. You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center  has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients.
Find out more [here].
Via Webinar

Date: June 23, 2016
Day: Thursday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 
Cost: Free
Did you know 60 percent of all businesses close after a cyber-crime? During this webinar you will learn what threats are out there, and how to protect your business from nefarious attacks. We will cover five easy steps to take to reduce the risk of cyber-crime. From intellectual property to protected health information, from digital financial assets to trade secrets shared within the corporate network, attacks to the vital information that drives our businesses are becoming more commonplace, and the associated risks and costs of cyber-crime becomes more profitable and prevalent.
Find out more [here].
University of Antelope Valley
44055 Sierra Hwy
Room 127
Lancaster, CA 93534

Date: June 24, 2016

Day: Friday 
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Free 
A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of goals and outline methods to achieve these goals. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis & budgeting will be covered. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their business plan during the training.
Find out more [here].
Via Webinar
 
Date: June 24, 2016
Day: Friday
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 
Cost: Free
This course will provide small business owners with information on why a “trademark” is a valuable asset for a company to own; how “trademarks” help customers identify goods and services; how to select and use a “trademark”; the importance of doing a “search” prior to adoption and use; state and federal trademark registration; and how to avoid violating the trademark rights of others.
Find out more [here].
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 222
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Date: June 24, 2016
Day: Friday 
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00 + $3.00 parking fee (kiosk located in lot #14)
A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of goals and outline methods to achieve these goals. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis and budgeting will be covered. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their business plan during the training.
Find out more [here].
South Valley Worksource Center
38510 Sierra Hwy
Palmdale, CA 93550
Date: June 29, 2016
Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Come join the Small Business Development Center and the California State Board of Equalization for this two part business series:
 
Steps to Start Your Business
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea life.
Basic Sales Use Tax
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
A representative from the California State Board of Equalization will provide participants an overview of the correct application of sales tax, assist in the preparation of sales and use tax returns, and provide information about filing online. A Spanish Speaking representative will be present at the seminar.
Find out more [here].
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