With the final quarter of the year still ahead, learn what actions you can take that can favorably impact your bottom line and your tax bill for 2022. Learn about big changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, and other legislation, as well IRS pronouncements, that relate to your employees, […]

Putting a monetary value on your art can be a very triggering process for visual artists. How do you put a price tag on your personal creative expression? Well, it’s not easy! That’s why many artists tend to price their art emotionally (most favorite to least favorite) which can be […]

Did you know that California state law requires each food service establishment to have at least ONE employee who holds a Food Safety Manager certification? And that certification must be renewed every five years? Taking this course and successfully passing the SERVSAFE exam will result in participants receiving the Food […]

Selling your art can feel very daunting for many artists and if you add to the equation the world of e-commerce, social media platforms, online galleries & marketplaces this whole process can feel even more overwhelming and confusing. In this 2 hour webinar you will learn: Most common misconceptions artists […]

This webinar is designed to help businesses that are profitable and with more than 2 years in active operations understand how to raise capital, equity, and debt, to facilitate future growth.

No matter what type of small business you have, promoting your products and services and the value they offer your customers is always a priority. Facebook advertising is often an affordable way that many businesses have found to connect with current and potential customers, build brand awareness, and drive sales. […]

Social media marketing is an essential tool for businesses large and small. With so many social platforms available in today’s digital age, it is important for business owners to know their audience and how to reach them in the online world. This class is specifically designed to introduce the novice […]

Starting a small business is something many aspiring entrepreneurs are actually frightened about. Most individuals are afraid of failing or avoid it because they lack experience. This workshop focuses on where there is a will, there is a way to overcome those key fears.

This class will teach you how to handle conversations with potential buyers at an event so you can start selling your work with more confidence. Selling your art does not have to be hard. There are stages to the sales process and if you learn and practice these stages you […]

Event Details Create a business plan that meets your needs. Businesses with a plan are 6 times MORE successful than a business without a plan.But there are multiple types of plans so how do you know which type best meets your needs and how do you go about creating one?In […]

In this workshop, you will learn how to locate financing for your new project. We will discuss:Develop a first-rate business planSourcesWrap up

The goal of this two webinar course is to jump start entrepreneurs on launching a local artisan food business locally and regionally. From creative decisions to legal requirements, this course covers topics you need to know to successfully initiate your artisan food product. Topics include: -What are Artisan Foods?-The legal […]

Learn the basics of Tiktok to grow a following who can actually become buyers of your brand. Topics: a. Basic editing; b. best practices; c. the language of super short stories (video), and more.

In this presentation, you will discover how to create a search-friendly website that goes beyond just great design. Learn the fundamentals and characteristics of a great website: -Creating a goal-oriented website to help with business objectives.-Creating and keeping an organized website that offers a great user experience.-Creating content that captivates […]

Women business owners in Napa County are invited to join this group and participate in our monthly online events!  The NapaWISE group is created by women, for women like you to work on your businesses. Come and learn what to expect, meet the group, and see if it is right […]

Join the Sonoma SBDC’s Master Funding Instructor, Paul Bozzo, for a four-week intensive training that prepares you for bank or investor funding. Each week: Learn the different types of funding and insider tipsParticipate in group working sessions to create your start-up budgetGet support preparing your financial statementsSelected participants will have […]

Calling all businesses in Fairfield! This is your opportunity to meet other business owners like yourself to work together on your business, not just in your business. What do we do? Work on success! Each meeting includes: Connecting with a group of like-minded business owners in your county.Focusing on a […]

Accounting! Learn what you should know for running your business, getting loans, or seeking investors. Learn from someone who hates how it’s usually taught. Accounting is the language of business, learn the basics and know what’s important. No, we won’t be using any accounting software!

Event Details Learn basic concepts for setting up your bookkeeping and develop an understanding of financial statements to better manage your business. Learn and understand common terms used in bookkeeping so you can converse confidently with lenders and financial advisors. Learn key concepts for good record keeping for your business.

Learn insights, invaluable money-saving techniques, and industry standards. This workshop is designed to help you easily learn how to take your credit profile to the next level. You’ll learn: The basics of creditworthinessHow business lending flexibility differs from your personal and mortgage creditworthinessHow to understand your FICO scoreInsight into how […]

Whether we’re in a pandemic or not, it’s a good idea to know how your business is doing financially, and being able to pivot quickly if needed. This workshop will better equip you in how to manage your business financials, so that you can quickly adapt when you notice changes […]

The goal of this two webinar course is to jump-start entrepreneurs on launching a local artisan food business locally and regionally. From creative decisions to legal requirements, this course covers topics you need to know to successfully initiate your artisan food product. Topics include: -What are Artisan Foods?-The legal requirements […]

Discussing methods of social media marketing, you will learn the basics about using social media to further your marketing plan and generate additional revenues. Within this class, you will be provided with real-world examples of social media marketing used to grow your client base, as well as determining the needs […]

This webinar will focus on ideas surrounding the design, marketing, and protection of your company’s brand.  The presentation will discuss topics such as: How your business plan and marketing strategy should read into your brand designDiscovering what will (and what won’t) attract your target customersDeciding where and how to market […]

Join us to learn how to start or expand your business with loans guaranteed by the SBA – including 7(a), Microloans and Community Advantage. Hear from local lending experts how higher interest rate affect their underwriting process and lending practices, and how you can position yourself to be “loan ready”. […]

Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and voice for America's 33 million small businesses in President Biden's Cabinet, announced that the agency will host a free, virtual National Cyber Summit on Oct. 26, 2022. This cybersecurity forum, a first for the agency, will help […]

Solano County women business owners are invited to this exclusive monthly event! The WISE Roundtable is created by women, for women like you to work on your businesses every month. Come and learn what to expect, meet the group, and see if it is right for you.  About the SolanoWISE […]

Learn the basics about money management and fine-tune your financial skills! This webinar will help you understand and make responsible financial decisions in your personal life as well as in your future business. Some concepts that will be covered include financial planning, bank accounts, cash flow, and balance sheets.

This 4-part training series provides essential information to individuals thinking about starting a new business and new business owners (in business one year or less). Topics include Legal Requirements, Market Analysis, Cost Analysis, Funding Your Business, and an Overview of the Business Plan – bringing it all together. You will […]

This webinar will provide participants with a detailed format for writing Business Plans that get Funded. Steve Roth developed this model over 40 years of investing and has successfully used it for hundreds of companies across all industries. We will feature a panel of experts to answer questions.

The webinar covers options to fund your business in today’s economy in a variety of ways including Financing Startup Costs, Expansion, Purchasing Inventory, and Funding current projects related to Operations or Production. We’ll also estimate the risk in changing economic conditions.

As 2022 comes to a close, business owners know it’s time to look ahead at 2023. The pandemic has continued to shift the way business is done, but you can be prepared! Participate in this virtual workshop to learn how to use financial information to make better management decisions and […]

Don’t miss this exclusive webinar on funding foundations for your business. There are several different ways for a business to access capital, and we will cover all traditional and non-traditional lending platforms that exist and how to apply them to each unique business situation. If you have been turned down […]