San Diego and Imperial Women's Business Center

Now accepting entrepreneurs! Receive the support you need to succeed on your entrepreneurship journey. This program is a collaboration between Kauffman FastTrac and your WBC. FastTrac was launched with the belief that everyone has a fundamental right to turn an idea into an economic reality, regardless of who you are or where you’re from, with zero barriers in the way. You'll be able to walk away confident about your future. We’ll cover required documents, marketing planning, legal concepts, and financial projections to ensure your business is successful. Learn more via our blog post and sign up https://ecs.page.link/Zbj7F #smallbiz #sandiego #imperialvalley #startup #womanowned #smallbusiness

Este taller está diseñado para enseñar los principios de Contabilidad y de como registrar información contable de todas las transacciones financieras que ocurren en un negocio. Regístrate aquí: https://ecs.page.link/o79Jp

Starting a business is a challenging process! This workshop is designed to give you an overview of what to consider before starting a business. Join us here at https://ecs.page.link/TPwkF.

Whether you’re starting a side hustle, opening or growing a small business, you need customers. @felenahanson has been an entrepreneur for almost 20 years and knows how to thoughtfully reach out to her network. If you find the "new client hurdle" daunting, come to this Success Lab to learn and practice. Sign up now https://ecs.page.link/Uas1G SCORE Mentors

Got a business idea and not sure how to start up? You don't have to figure it out on your own. Let our team teach and support you every step of the way! We're accepting entrepreneurs for our Kauffman business success program. Lay the foundation for your new business in six weeks staring June 6 Mondays from 3-4:30 p.m. https://ecs.page.link/FmoXW #smallbiz #sandiego #imperialvalley #startup #womanowned #smallbusiness

Get a hands-on start developing a stellar LinkedIn profile page, and learn how to grow your professional LinkedIn skills. Build your online brand, engage with your network, and sharpen your resume! Explore LinkedIn Thursday, July 15 from 10-11 a.m. sign up here: https://ecs.page.link/Ds1Ks

Got a business idea and not sure on how to get started? You don't have to figure it out on your own! Be part of this six-week program this summer and become an entrepreneur with our team by your side. The $20 course meets Mondays from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 12-Aug. 16. You have a fundamental right to turn an idea into an economic reality, regardless of who you are or where you’re from. Let's blast those barriers together. Check out the topics to be covered and register here!... https://ecs.page.link/LH1h2 #startyoursmallbiz

This webinar combines the key definitions of incident management and demonstrates them through real-world examples. Small businesses will learn how to determine if an event has become an incident as well as how to quickly and effectively respond to eliminate immediate threats. Join us the morning of Wednesday, July 7 for an hour! https://ecs.page.link/tm46N

Wishing you all a wonderful Fourth of the July! Keep in mind we're here to help womxn-owned small businesses and others succeed in the United States of America. Launch or grow your entrepreneurial independence! Connect or reconnect with us today: sandiegowbc.org

Join your peers and hear from award-winning South Park and pet-focused entrepreneur as well as 20-year Navy media veteran Donna F. Walker. Her latest book is "The South Bark Blueberry Girls' Guide to Success." You'll learn how to succeed at your business by visualizing your potential. Envision how to create and communicate your brand. What type of steps do you need to take to narrow down your choices? Identify areas for improvement through clarification and understanding. Be part of this great event with SCORE Mentors, us, and your entrepreneur community Friday, July 16 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. register here https://ecs.page.link/UV2i7

¡Reserve una cita individual gratuita con un asesor empresarial! Esperamos poder ayudar que su negocio tenga éxito y crezca. calendly.com/sandiegowbc

Book a free, one-on-one meeting with a business advisor! We want to help your business succeed and grow. Keep in mind, we can assist you with any small business hurdle you may have in 2021 and beyond at no charge from mentoring and convenient, relevant workshops to financing opportunities. Book now or register as a client! calendly.com/sandiegowbc

Éxito Empresarial se basa en Kauffman FastTrac que se lanzó con la creencia de que todo el mundo tiene el derecho fundamental de convertir una idea en una realidad económica, independientemente de quién sea o de dónde sea, sin barreras en el camino. Obtendrás los conocimientos necesarios para emprender con confianza. Aprende más y regístrate aquí: https://ecs.page.link/TEyxS (Septiembre 13 - Octubre 12 | $20.00)

Are you a queer, trans, or gender non-conforming person looking to launch a business? If so, this workshop will get you started with what you need to know! We’ll discuss things you should consider before starting a business including permits and licenses, plans and entities, plus LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE) Certification. Don’t let our name confuse you; the Women’s Business Center is open to people of all genders, sexes, and sexualities. Available this June here: https://ecs.page.link/n52Br #PrideMonth

Be completely, wonderfully yourself in life and in business. Let us help you find out what makes you unique in the business world and beyond. #mondaymotivation

Join #MindsetReset for female entrepreneurs every Wednesday morning starting tomorrow! The price is subsidized! #VanessaElleWilde will explore your confidence, financial empowerment, and work/life balance. Don't take it from us, give this a listen: https://ecs.page.link/8jFw2 Sign up here: https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5866... #womxnentrepreneurs #gobiz #selfcare #stepstostartup

Start your own childcare business! Get certified for free! Complete the five business modules of a handful of sessions. Learn exactly how to set up your in-home daycare biz in 2021! (Plus, after completion of the five modules, you could receive a $150 stipend!) You'll know how to put together a business plan, get lending options if desired, organize enrollment and bookkeeping as well as contracts and safety measures. You'll also figure out creative ways to use available space... and materials for a developmentally-appropriate environment. Plus find out about field trips, reimbursements, and other resources! Join the course starting Wednesday, Feb. 3 from 5-8:50 p.m. get more details and access the steps to apply at the following link, as well as reach out with any questions! https://ecs.page.link/ZnsXD Thank you, Southwestern College! #freechildcaretraining #childcarecert #daycaretraining #incomesource

Our #MindsetReset with @VanessaElleWilde for womxn business owners is starting Wednesday (running weekly through April). Gain mindset mastery, confidence, and work/life balance as an entrepreneur committed to success. Learn more at the link about the benefits of this program! https://ecs.page.link/ykQJU #mindsetmastery #smallbiz #gobiz

Womxn entrepreneurs are encouraged to join the Monday series 10 a.m.-noon with @FelenaHanson to learn her "Steps to Start-up" a virtual launch program taking place over nine weeks. Learn from this co-working space pioneer, gain a key business buddy within the course, and launch your startup! https://ecs.page.link/XU4RJ | Office of the Small Business Advocate

Success is finding satisfaction in giving a little more than you take. #MotivationalMonday #SanDiegoWBC #WBCMindsetReset

Whether your business is currently certified or you are considering the WOSB certification for the first time, this FREE webinar will be a valuable source of information on: - Changes to the program - Important dates to know if your business is currently WOSB certified - Where and how to get certified if your business is new to the program... - Resources to assist with the certification process Date: Thursday, 10/29/2020 Scheduled Time(s): 9:00 AM - 11:00AM Cost: Free, but reservations required! Join us for this free webinar to learn more about the new certification process and make sure your small business is prepared for the changes. Presented by Karen Burgess, Procurement Advisor for the San Diego, Orange, & Imperial PTAC Link to the webinar will be provided once you register! https://sdcoc.ecenterdirect.com/events/43888 San Diego, Orange, Imperial PTAC

Pasos para crear tu negocio (Curso en línea) ¡Iniciar un negocio es un proceso desafiante! Éste taller está diseñado para brindarle una descripción general de lo que se debe de considerar antes de comenzar un negocio.... Temas a tratar: (1) Permisos y licencias (2) Entendiendo tu mercado (3) Entidades comerciales / estructuras legales (4) Información financiera, presupuestos, etc. (5) Planes de negocios, y más. https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5789

Últimos lugares, no es muy tarde, aún te puedes registrar en la clase Éxito Empresarial. https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5780 ¡Deja que el equipo de expertos te ayude en cada paso del camino de empezar tu negocio!... Kauffman FastTrac se lanzó con la creencia de que todo el mundo tiene el derecho fundamental de convertir una idea en una realidad económica, independientemente de quién sea o de dónde sea, sin barreras en el camino, creando éste programa de 6 semanas donde aprenderás lo que necesitas para tu nuevo negocio con la asistencia de asesoras de negocios y apoyo de otras emprendedoras. Hablaremos sobre licencias y permisos necesarios para comenzar, mercadotecnia y publicidad, temas legales y proyecciones financieras para que tu negocio sea exitoso. Obtendrás los conocimientos necesarios para emprender con confianza. . . . #womenempowerment #womenownedbusiness #womeninbusiness

Todo negocio exitoso necesita un líder con mentalidad y actitud de éxito. Crear una mentalidad de crecimiento, reconociendo la importancia que tiene el bienestar personal y cómo influye en el éxito de los negocios. Identificar los valores fundamentales que serán la guía para el logro de los objetivos. Costo $30. Serán reembolsados $25 al asistir a todas las clases gracias a los fondos recibidos por la Oficina de Desarrollo Económico y Comercial del Gobernador de California.... Inscriba hoy: https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5788

Steps to start your business - On Demand Starting a business is a challenging process. This workshop is designed to give you an overview of what to consider before starting a business. Topics to include:... (1) Permits & Licenses (2) Understanding your market (3) Business Entities/Legal Structures (4) Financial reporting, budgeting, etc. (5) Business Plans, and more. https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5790

Join us on Oct. 22 at 2pm for this training that will focus on Cybersecurity Awareness for Small Businesses. It will cover: - What is cybersecurity and information security? - Understanding and managing business risks.... - Safeguarding Information (NIST Cyber Security Framework) - Working safely and securely: Best Practice for Business - Compliance, Rules, and Regulations Overview https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5773

Comienza tu guardería en casa - curso virtual Curso Intensivo de 8 semanas, todos los Miércoles de 10:00 am a 12:00 pm (Oct. 21 - Dec. 9) Las clases podrán ser tomadas de forma virtual o atender en persona en las Oficinas de Chicano Federation.... El curso de la certificación de CPR, AED, Primeros auxilios será impartida en persona (8 hrs). https://sdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5787

The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification program for federal government contracts is implementing changes that go into effect on July 15th, 2020. The changes are intended to make the certification process simpler and to also strengthen the Small Business Administration's (SBA) oversight on the program to reduce fraudulent certifications and increase the integrity of the program for legitimate WOSBs. Beginning October 15, if you have not completed the certification ...application, this will impact your ability to bid on WOSB/EDWOSB set-aside contracts. Whether your business is currently certified or you are considering the WOSB certification for the first time, this FREE webinar will be a valuable source of information on: - Changes to the program - Important dates to know if your business is currently WOSB certified - Where and how to get certified if your business is new to the program - Resources to assist with the certification process Join us for this free webinar to learn more about the new certification process and make sure your small business is prepared for the changes. Presented by Karen Burgess, Procurement Advisor for the San Diego, Orange, & Imperial PTAC Date: Thursday, 10/29/2020 Scheduled Time(s): 9:00 AM - 11:00AM Cost: Free, but reservations required! Link to the webinar will be provided once you register! https://sdcoc.ecenterdirect.com/events/43888

It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed. #MotivationalMonday #SanDiegoWBC #WBCMindsetReset

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