SBA Classes December 5 to January 12 2011
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a variety of classes for business owners in our Entrepreneur Center located at 455 Market Street Suite 600 in downtown San Francisco. View the San Francisco SBA quarterly calendar online at: SF SBA quarterly calendar
Registration for all our classes is required. To register go to the SF Small Business Development Center registration site: SF Small Business Development Center unless otherwise indicated.
Events: December 5th 2011 – January 12th 2012
***Hands-On Introduction to Basic Bookkeeping & QuickBooks
12/5 9:00AM – 5:00PM – Milpitas CA
***Access to Capital
12/5 1:00PM to 4:00PM – San Jose CA
Cancelled…..Step-By-Step Business Planning
12/6 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Understand the process of developing a functioning plan to grow your business and which can also be used to support a request for financing. Operational and strategic planning is covered with emphasis on finance and marketing. $50 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
Protecting Your Good Name
12/6 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Trademarks domain names corporate names fictitious name filings – the many different worlds of legal name rights are complex and confusing. An experienced business attorney will help you understand the basics of protecting your own business name and brand while avoiding costly and disruptive infringement accusations from others. This class does not constitute legal advice.
***An Introduction to Trademarks
12/6 1:30PM to 3:30PM – San Jose CA
***State & Federal Basic Payroll Tax Seminar
12/7 10:00AM to 4:00PM – San Jose CA
Starting a Business in San Francisco
12/7 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Hear directly from San Francisco officials. How do you obtain permits? How do you register your business name? Learn what the City can do for you in this one-stop seminar.
Financing Your Business
12/7 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Discover the right way to seek financing for your business. We will discuss loan proposal requirements financing options and SBA programs.
Business Law Basics
12/7 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
An experienced business lawyer will discuss Choice of Legal Entity (corporations LLC partnership etc.); Intellectual Property; Employee issues; and Real Estate issues. This class does not constitute legal advice.
**State Labor Law and Payroll Tax Seminar
12/8 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Hiram W. Johnson Bldg. San Diego Rooms Room Lower Level 455 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco CA 94102
***Sole Proprietor Tax Seminar
12/8 10:00AM to 1:00PM – San Jose CA
Basic Bookkeeping Part Two
12/8 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
We’ll cover balance sheets incomes statements cash flow and working capital. Participants should have completed Basic Bookkeeping Part One or be familiar with the concepts covered in that seminar. $30 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
Turbo Charge your next Trade Show Appearance
12/8 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Learn how to locate prepare for and participate in domestic and international trade shows. $30 Registration Fee. Presented by the SF Business Development Center.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
12/12 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
We’ll cover set up updating and maintaining spreadsheets creating equations and functions generating graphs charts and more. This is a hands-on workshop. Participants should be familiar with basic computer functions. $30 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
** Maximizing Your Success with Public Works Contracts
12/12 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – San Francisco CA
***State & Federal Basic Payroll Tax Seminar
12/12 6:00PM – 9:00PM – San Jose CA
**Business Matchmaking – The Green Experience
12/13 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Holiday Inn 66 Airport Drive Oakland CA
Federal and State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar
12/13 10:00AM – 4:00PM
This class guides participants through the basics of that preparation. Subjects include determining independent contractor versus employee withholding taxes deposits and completing the proper forms. Presented by the IRS and the California EDD Tax office. Visit: Employment Development Department or Call 866 873-6083.
***Doing Business with Cisco
12/13 – 10:30AM to 12:00PM – San Jose CA
***Doing Business with Genentech
12/13 – 1:30PM to 3:00PM – San Jose CA
Basic Bookkeeping Part Three
12/13 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Topics include developing a budget statement of cash flow analysis and developing a cash forecast. Participants should have complete Basic Bookkeeping Part I or be familiar with the concepts covered in that seminar. $30 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
State Payroll Tax Workshop
12/14 9:00AM – 3:00PM
This workshop provides participants with hands practice on how to calculate state taxes and complete state payroll tax forms. The workshop is recommended for those who have previously attended a Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar or for those familiar with state payroll tax reporting but who would like additional practice. Presented by the California EDD Tax Office. For Information Visit: Employment Development Department or Call 866 873-6083
***EDD: State Payroll Tax Workshop
12/14 10:00AM – 4:00PM – San Jose CA
***EDD: Audits & Appeals Payroll Tax Seminar
12/15 10:00AM to 1:00PM – San Jose CA
QuickBooks Introduction
12/15 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This overview will discuss setting-up updating and running financial reports and efficient procedures for entering your accounting data. This is a hands-on workshop. Participants should have complete Basic Bookkeeping Part I or be familiar with the concepts covered in that workshop. $60 Registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
January 2012:
Free and Low Cost Resources for Your Business
1/4 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Representatives from SBA SCORE the SF SBDC the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Women’s Initiative for Self Employment Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights and the San Francisco Public Library Small Business Center will discuss the resources available.
Starting a Business in San Francisco
1/4 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Hear directly from San Francisco officials. How do you obtain permits? How do you register your business name? Learn what the City can do for you in this one-stop seminar.
Financing Your Business
1/4 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Discover the right way to seek financing for your business. We will discuss loan proposal requirements financing options and SBA programs.
Business Law Basics
1/4 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
An experienced business lawyer will discuss Choice of Legal Entity (corporations LLC partnership etc.); Intellectual Property; Employee issues; and Real Estate issues. This class does not constitute legal advice.
Before You Sign That Lease
1/4 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
The pre-printed lease form looks daunting and the broker is pressuring you to sign right now – but wait! There are many parts of an office retail or other commercial lease that you can and should negotiate with the landlord to increase the odds of success for your business. An experienced business and real estate attorney will help you learn how to make well-informed commercial tenant decisions and prepare for landlord negotiations. This class does not constitute legal advice.
New Year New You: Effective Growth & Goal Setting Strategies
1/4 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Ever wonder why so many people make resolutions at the beginning of the year and never keep them? Or why some people can actually lose weight find that new job start a new business or create a better life? They set attainable goals – and reach them! Lead by a growth expert this interactive workshop will show you how to address and resolve issues like procrastination lack of focus and weak motivations which are known to create barriers which prevent people from reaching their goals and achieving both professional and personal growth. Make 2012 YOUR year by taking advantage of the one workshop that can make a difference in your life and career all year long.
Basic Bookkeeping Part One
1/5 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Topics include cash vs. accrual accounting proper accounting data flow processes budgeting the purpose of different financial reports the differences in computer accounting systems cash management and more. $30 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
Employment Landmines
1/9 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Restaurant Owners or Managers: Come learn about the new laws and how to protect your company and managers from potential lawsuits pitfalls penalties and fines that businesses face in California. We will also review how to prevent harassment claims in your business; learn how to minimize your exposures and start applying best practices to protect your business. Free call 415-781-5348 for more information.
Preventing Unlawful Harassment for Restaurant Management – CA Law AB1825 Training
1/9 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
California law AB 1825 requires employers with 50 or more employees to provide all managers supervisors leads or anyone advising employees with two hours of interactive sexual harassment training every two years. All supervisory personnel must be trained within six months of their date of hire or promotion and every two years thereafter. In 2011 a record number of harassment cases were reported with issues ranging from misunderstood joking and horseplay to intentional harassment. Supervisory personnel have a personal responsibility to keep the workplace free of harassment; failure to do so can lead to a financial fine to the supervisor/manager. Attending this seminar will meet legal requirements and reduce the company’s exposure educate your management staff and improve your company’s work environment. Fee to Attend. Certificate issued. For more information call 415-781-5348.
Federal and State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar
1/10 10:00 AM – 4:00PM
This class guides participants through the basics of that preparation. Subjects include determining independent contractor versus employee withholding taxes deposits and completing the proper forms. Presented by the IRS and the California EDD Tax office. Visit: Employment Development Department or Call 866 873-6083.
Employee Benefits for Small Business- What You Need to Know
1/10 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
This class will cover some of the basic information that a new or existing business owner will need to know about Employee Benefits. We will cover some of the most common questions about Health Insurance we will go into insurance lines for business owners such as Disability Insurance which can save a business in the event of the owner/s becoming disabled as well as buy/sell agreements utilizing Life Insurance which are a crucial tool in protecting the families of business owners and/or their partners in the event of a fatality. Last we will cover some of the retirement solutions that are most suitable for startups and small business.
SimpleStart – Start-up Basics – Session 1
1/11 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Jump-start your business idea with SCORE Workshops. Five weekly three-hour workshops cover Concept Evaluation Business Plans Marketing Financial Tools and Sources of Funding. Presented by SF SCORE. For more information call 415-744-6827. Fee: Session 1: No Charge – Sessions 2-5 Package: $150.00. One-on-one counseling included.
Get More Clients in the Next 30 Days Than You Did In the Past 90
1/11 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Learn the basics of how to market your service business; how it differs from marketing products why it is important to have a niche how to create a compelling message about your services and various ways to achieve the critical function of networking and following up.
Understanding Your Competition
1/12 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
As a startup/small business owner you can market your business more effectively the more you understand about your competition and the customer they are targeting. Topics include uncovering the competition’s strengths and weaknesses understanding what makes their business attractive to customers and determining what competitive advantages you might have.
Basic Bookkeeping Part Two
1/12 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
We’ll cover balance sheets incomes statements cash flow and working capital. Participants should have completed Basic Bookkeeping Part One or be familiar with the concepts covered in that seminar. $30 registration fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
Advanced Social Media Techniques
1/12 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
This presentation is designed for intermediate users of Facebook and LinkedIn primarily along with other social media. Numerous tips and tricks will be shared along with an automated strategy to ratchet up your following and increase opportunities for results. All participants must be familiar with Facebook LinkedIn blogging and YouTube to benefit from this class. $35 Registration Fee. Presented by the SF SBDC.
or *Listed below are events offered by organizations and groups that are not always sponsored by SBA and may or may not be held at the San Francisco Entrepreneur Center
**State Labor Law and Payroll Tax Seminar
12/8 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Hiram W. Johnson Bldg. San Diego Rooms Room Lower Level 455 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco CA 94102 – This seminar is designed to provide businesses to understand: 1) Recordkeeping reporting requirements employer obligations and payment requirements; 2) Common wage and hour law application; 3) Employer and employee rights and responsibilities; and 4) How to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor. Presented by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) and the California Employment Development Department (EDD). No Fee. Register at Employment Development Department or call 866 873-6083.
** Maximizing Your Success with Public Works Contracts
12/12 9:00 AM Registration – Arrive early to go through Federal Building security – Event is 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – San Francisco Federal Building 90 Seventh Street San Francisco CA – The San Francisco Human Rights Commission invites Small and Local Businesses to: Maximizing Your Success with Public Works Contracts – Providing the tools for growing and maintaining your business through certification advice and contract opportunities. For questions contact Wayne Farrens at or 415-252-2543 or the HRC front desk at 415-252-2500.
**Business Matchmaking – The Green Experience
12/13 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Holiday Inn 66 Airport Drive Oakland CA
Please join us for: Business Matchmaking – The GREEN Experience – A workshop to help small business be environmentally responsible and help generate increased sales. Presentations by US Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business Advocate Office of the Governor US General Services Administration City of Oakland Hewlett Packard CA Black Chamber of Commerce Women Impacting Public Policy CA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Matchmaking Project Hope SCORE. RSVP to:
***San Jose Entrepreneur Center Classes – San Jose Entrepreneur Center
***Hands-On Introduction to Basic Bookkeeping & QuickBooks | Monday Dec 5 9:00AM to 5:00PM
What You Will Learn: If you’re a small business owner looking to learn QuickBooks the best way is always hands-on training. Instead of spending hours poring through a boring manual…learn it in one day through practical examples using the actual software! Learn: – How timely and accurate bookkeeping information can help you increase your profits and business performance; – Efficient procedures for entering your accounting data; – The difference between cash and accrual accounting. Topics will include: – Budgeting; – Financial reports; – Cash management and more… Exercises will include: – Entering invoices; – Customer payments deposits bills cash disbursements payroll reports bank account reconciliations and other transactions. – Computers and sample data provided! Our seminars and events fill up quickly so online registration is preferred.
Cost: $75 online / $85 at the door. Sorry NO refunds. Location: Milpitas Barbara Lee Senior Center 40 N. Milpitas Blvd. Milpitas CA 95035 For tickets and/or registration:Small Business Development Centers of Northern California For more information:Small Business Development Centers of Northern California
Contact Information: Business Services Coordinator 408-351-3600
***Access to Capital | Monday Dec 5 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Who should take this class? This class is a must for small business owners interested in securing a bank loan leasing equipment or refinancing existing debt. Class Description: This workshop is an overview of funding options for small business owners and includes a pre-selected panel of financing representatives and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Our seminars and events fill up quickly so online registration is requested. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For tickets and/or registration: Small Business Development Centers of Northern California
For more information: Small Business Development Centers of Northern California
Contact Information: Business Services Coordinator 408-351-3600
***An Introduction to Trademarks | Tuesday Dec 6 1:30PM to 3:30PM
This is an overview of basic legal issues in selecting using and protecting a mark. Topics Covered: Overview of intellectual Property; Trademarks and other types of marks; Selecting a mark; Searching your mark; Proper trademark usage; Registering your mark; and Protecting your mark. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***State & Federal Basic Payroll Tax Seminar | Wednesday Dec 7 10:00AM to 4:00PM
This seminar is designed to provide business owners with the necessary tools to: Understand their Federal/State payroll tax responsibilities Correctly classify workers as employees or independent contractors Properly withhold deposit and report payroll taxes Obtain additional information and assistance. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***Sole Proprietor Tax Seminar | Thursday Dec 8 10:00AM to 1:00PM
This workshop goes over rules on common business expenses & tax deductions. Goes over self-employment taxes and provides basic tax knowledge for the sole proprietor and self-employed individual. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***State & Federal Basic Payroll Tax Seminar | Monday Dec 12 6:00PM to 9:00PM
This seminar is designed to provide business owners with the necessary tools to: Understand their Federal/State payroll tax responsibilities Correctly classify workers as employees or independent contractors Properly withhold deposit and report payroll taxes Obtain additional information and assistance. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***Doing Business with Cisco | Tuesday Dec 13 10:30AM to 12:00PM
This seminar will focus on two key aspects of selling to Cisco. The first portion of the training will entail a discussion and demonstration of Cisco’s minority supplier diversity program. The second part of the program will focus on the importance of developing relationships with Cisco procurement officers to sell your products and services. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***Doing Business with Genentech | Tuesday Dec 13 1:30PM to 3:00PM
A Genentech representative will discuss opportunities for contracting to sell your goods and/or services to this leading biotechnology company. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***EDD: State Payroll Tax Workshop | Wednesday Dec 14 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Recommended for those who have previously attended a Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar or for those familiar with state payroll tax reporting but who would like additional practice. A hands-on workshop on how to calculate taxes and complete payroll tax forms. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center For more information: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
Contact Information: Emily Navarra-Refugio 408-351-3661
***EDD: Audits & Appeals Payroll Tax Seminar | Thursday Dec 15 10:00AM to 1:00PM
This seminar is designed to help employers and /or business owners understand the audit and the appeal processes. No Fee. Location: San Jose Entrepreneur Center 100 E. Santa Clara St. Downtown San Jose For registration: San Jose Entrepreneur Center
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