Business Events and Training
College of the Canyons SBDC
Proudly assisting clients in Santa Clarita Valley, Antelope Valley, the San Fernando Valley and beyond.

QuickBooks Level 1
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 309
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 11, 2016
Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $59.00 + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #14)

In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business.
– Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online
– Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting
– Company Set – Up
– Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses.
– Lists:
1. Vender Center (Database Set-Up)
2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up)
3. Customer Center (Database Set-Up)

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Citi Series Accessing Capital/Debt Management
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 222
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 12, 2016
Day: Thursday
Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Cost: Free + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #14)

If you want/need a loan to start or build your business, or if you need some financial help to survive this recession, this workshop is for you. Learn the 5 C’s of credit so you will know what lenders are looking for when considering lending you money. You will receive information about available small business loan programs designed to assist businesses during a recession. Lastly, you will learn about the importance of having a well thought out business plan when asking for credit loan consideration from a bank or other lenders.

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Raise Your Prices Now and Earn More Money
ITT Institute
12669 Encinitas Ave
Room-Theory 4
Sylmar, CA 91342

Date: May 12, 2016
Day: Thursday
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: Free

Come in person to learn how to convert 2 cents into $40,000! This energetic and informative 90 minute workshop will help you figure out if the prices of your products or services are too low and then how and why you should raise your prices now! Learn proven ways to grow your business and earn more profits from a marketing and sales expert with more than 35 years of successful business experience. We begin with a presentation and then it is your turn – you ask the questions and get answers customized to your business situation. Ideal for both existing business owners and those just getting started.

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Veteran Entrepreneurship Series Session 2
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
Mentry Hall-Room 353
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 12, 2016
Day: Thursday
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Cost: Free + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #15)

The series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Veteran Students and the community are invited to attend at no cost.

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Doing Business with the Government
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 301
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 13, 2016
Day: Friday
Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Cost: Free + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #14)
The session will feature government contracting as an option for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the government and an overview of the process.

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How to Successfully Start Your New Business
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 222
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 17, 2016
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30.00 + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #14)

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.

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New Client Orientation
University of Antelope Valley
44055 Sierra Hwy
Room 127
Lancaster, CA 93534

Date: May 17, 2016
Day: Tuesday
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Cost: Free

This 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.

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Government Contracting with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern CA (MWD) and Department of General Services (DGS)
College of the Canyons
26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd
University Center-Room 213
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Date: May 18, 2016
Day: Wednesday
Time: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Cost: Free + $3.00 parking fee (Kiosk located in lot #14)

The hands-on session will demonstrate the process for becoming certified with the Department of General Services of California (DGS) and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). Participants, with the required information, will be able to complete the certification process on-site.

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IP Basics
Old Town Newhall Library
24500 Main St
Newhall, CA 91321

Date: May 19, 2016
Day: Thursday
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: Free

Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to prevent or reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets and patents. You will learn how to identify and track IP created by founders, employees and independent contractors (and who actually owns it); how to prevent employees from taking the company’s IP when they leave; the importance of having a company IP policy and management plan; how to protect and enforce the company’s IP rights; and how to reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation.

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Seating is limited. Online pre-registration is required to secure your space in one of our trainings. Payment in advance, where applicable, reserves your seat. Start today go to www.cocsbdc.org and check out our calendar of events! For more information please contact (661) 362-5900 or sbdc@canyons.edu.