For our first 1 Million Cups Chico of the year, we are pleased to introduce We Sparkle as part of our “Where are they now” series. We Sparkle presented for the first time in November 2021 and they have “sparkled” their way to success over the last year.  Michelle Trans […]

Whether you’re new to operating on the Internet, or you’re looking for ways to improve traffic to your website, this introductory class covers the basics of e-marketing.  Learn how to work with the Internet, choosing the online tools that are worthwhile for you to optimize your online marketing.

Don’t get left behind! 2023 holds a lot of promise for small business owners looking to capitalize on the hottest business trends or entrepreneurs looking for new business ideas. In this webinar, we'll talk about breakthrough small business ideas, the newest business trends, consumer behaviors and industries that are on […]

How can you start a business the right way and ensure you have the best chance to succeed? Every entrepreneur or small business owner has asked themselves this same question at some point in their business journey. Many factors determine a business's success, but the two most significant factors are good […]

Navigating HR issues, policies and employment law can be confusing and can cost you valuable time and resources. Join the CA Hispanic SBDC as they present a special webinar covering employment FAQ's and legislation updates that could affect your small business.

Less than 1% of startup pitches result in funding. While most entrepreneurs over-emphasize pitch decks, smart founders focus on fundability. Successful founders follow a proven five-step process to efficiently raise Pre-seed and Seed funds for their early-stage startup. This class dives into important keys to raise early-stage funds, including: Attendees […]

This workshop provides a bite-sized yet comprehensive overview of Google and search enginesIn this intensive course you will learn:

Join this webinar if you are interested in learning about getting certified as a minority-owned, veteran-owned and woman-owned business. We'll review frequently asked questions on this topic and you'll have the chance to get your questions answered. This session is perfect if you're seeking new opportunities to grow your business and/or […]

The second Tuesday of the month we will be hosting Spanish Grow With Google Live Webinars, January 24th Chicostart will host new Grow with Google Webinars for 2023! These live sessions will occur bi-weekly in English and Spanish. El segundo martes del mes seremos anfitriones del español Spanish Grow With Google […]

Whether you’ve had a business website for years or you’re a startup looking to have an online business, SEO visibility is critical to your success. Google, Bing and other search engines are constantly changing their search algorithms, which means you have to be ready to adjust your online marketing so […]

This free workshop will provide information to help new and existing small business owners understand and meet their federal tax obligations. The workshop will cover Basic IRS Tax Requirements. You will also learn about recordkeeping and bookkeeping systems, business income and deductions, the different types of entities, and how to […]