Do you have a startup or startup idea? Are you looking for a proven method to validate your commercial market? Based on Steve Blank’s Lean Launchpad methodology, in this training you’ll learn from seasoned entrepreneurs how to conduct 15 customer interviews in order to identify your top customer segment and value […]

A lot of small business owners misunderstand social media marketing. Some ignore it because they don’t really understand its power to reach so many potential customers. Social platforms can also help you increase engagement with your current customers. But there are so many social platforms—each focused on different demographics. How […]

The first step to starting a business is just the same as starting anything else. It begins with creating a plan. But what is a business plan, what does it need to include and why is it so important to create one? Jania Bailey, CEO of FranNet has helped thousands […]

Be sure to join us for this two-day virtual event May 18-19 to learn more about how you can adapt and succeed in the commercial vehicle industry during this unique moment of opportunity. We look forward to your participation! Speakers and daily schedule details coming soon!

Attend this free webinar to improve your understanding of the state contracting process and improve the success of your certified Small Business or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise in contracting with California state government. This webinar will feature a live Q&A session. Topics include: Overview of acquisition methodsContracts exempt from advertisingLeveraged […]

The Asian American and Pacific Islander community play an integral role in America’s small business economy. In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month we are joined by Carlton Chen, Leland Dear and John Xu. These experts will be sharing tips, strategies, and information that can make a real impact on AAPI […]

In this webinar, expert business coach Jennifer Dawn will guide you in creating a powerful, one-page action plan you can use to execute your business plan. Having a plan is highly useful because it helps you to be focused and clear about your business. However, all the planning in the […]

In this joint webinar, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will provide an overview of small business resources. SCORE will briefly discuss the fundamentals of finance records and the importance of sound relationships with customers, employees and vendors. About the Speakers SBA’s Sacramento District Office economic development team will deliver the […]

The pandemic and economic relief efforts have led to more grant opportunities than ever for the nation's small businesses. With the main federal relief programs now over, small businesses are seeking out other funding opportunities that may be available to them. This workshop will help you understand the small business […]

This week on 1 Million Cups we will be featuring Neja Shah from DoTells. They help connect owners and finders of lost items instantly, anonymously, and securely via a one-way message and/or a two-way chat. By simply attaching their tag to your valuables, it allows others to be able to […]

Join SCORE and small business expert and entrepreneur Ramon Ray for a fresh and new 4 part series. We'll take you through the ultimate marketing essentials and beyond that you need for your business to be a success. Workshop 1: Your Marketing Mindset What mindset do you need to be […]