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February 2025

2025 Employment Law Updates

Feb 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

New year, new employment laws. Are you in the know about the latest employment regulations? If not, don't fret. Join us for a briefing on what small employers need to comply with in 2025 as employment laws change. Some of the topics we will cover:  CA Minimum wage in increasing to $16.50/hour* West Hollywood Minimum Wage (as of January 1, 2025) $19.65 *Note: some local cities and counties have separate minimum wage ordinances that change monthly around mid-year. Additionally, there are industry-specific requirements…

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Create Content That Converts – Mastering ChatGPT & Canva for Sales Success

Feb 20 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

Are you ready to take your content creation to the next level and start driving real sales? In this dynamic and interactive webinar, you’ll discover how to seamlessly integrate ChatGPT and Canva to create scroll-stopping, sales-generating content with ease and efficiency. What You’ll Learn: •   Streamline Your Content Strategy: Learn how to use ChatGPT to brainstorm, draft, and refine compelling content tailored to your ideal customer. •   Design Like a Pro: Discover Canva’s powerful features and create visually…

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What is the Best Legal Structure for my Company? What are the Tax Advantages?

Feb 25 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation.  This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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Fire Disaster Aftermath HR Webinar

Feb 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Employer Recovery and Support: A Guide to Supporting Your Workforce in the Aftermath of the Wildfires Has your business been impacted by the recent wildfires? Are you unsure how to support your employees while keeping your business afloat? Join us for a   must-attend webinar designed specifically for small business owners navigating the aftermath of disaster. What We Will Cover:  Understand your CalOSHA obligations Learn about state and federal resources for employers and employees Discover financial and operational support programs to help your business recover Get expert guidance…

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Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Feb 26 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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March 2025

Master Video Editing with VEED – Create Stunning Videos with Ease!

Mar 13 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free

Are you ready to elevate your video content without the steep learning curve? Whether you’re an entrepreneur, content creator, or business professional, VEED is the ultimate tool to streamline your video editing process—no tech skills required! Join this hands-on live webinar where you’ll learn how to edit, enhance, and export professional-grade videos with ease using VEED. Say goodbye to complicated software and hello to simple, intuitive, and efficient video editing! What You’ll Learn in This Workshop: 1. Getting Started with…

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Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Mar 19 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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How Do I Leverage Social Media For My Company?

Mar 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Entrepreneurs may know social media is essential, but they must know where to start or how to leverage it to benefit their business. Without that, it causes many to doomscroll on social media platforms, wasting time away and focusing on the wrong things. This social media marketing webinar will provide an overview of approaches entrepreneurs can apply immediately. Because you’re busy wearing multiple hats as business owners, knowing the where, what, and how to focus on social media will help…

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April 2025

Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Apr 16 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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What is the Best Legal Structure for my Company? What are the Tax Advantages?

Apr 17 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation.  This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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How Can AI Help You Grow Your Business? Get Your Burning Questions Answered!

Apr 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Free

Join Deborah Deras, AI Educator & Social Media Strategist (aka the Social Media Goddess), for a powerful interactive Q&A session designed for small business owners who are ready to work smarter, not harder—with the help of artificial intelligence. Deborah is currently pursuing her doctorate in Organizational Leadership, focusing on the impact of AI in the workforce. She’s also developing a cutting-edge AI training program at Santa Barbara City College and stays ahead of the curve when it comes to all things AI. BONUS: Deborah will share top AI…

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How To Turn Follower’s Into Customers

Apr 22 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Entrepreneurs know marketing is essential, but they may struggle with turning audiences into buyers. Without a clear strategy, they can focus on the wrong things, such as going viral instead of driving sales or selling too aggressively without building trust. This webinar will provide an overview of marketing funnel basics to help you think about how we drive the audience from awareness to purchase. As a busy business owner wearing multiple hats, knowing how to guide potential customers through the…

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May 2025

Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

May 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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How To Turn Follower’s Into Customers

May 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Entrepreneurs know marketing is essential, but they may struggle with turning audiences into buyers. Without a clear strategy, they can focus on the wrong things, such as going viral instead of driving sales or selling too aggressively without building trust. This webinar will provide an overview of marketing funnel basics to help you think about how we drive the audience from awareness to purchase. As a busy business owner wearing multiple hats, knowing how to guide potential customers through the…

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Sole Prop, LLC, S Corp—Which one and Why

May 22 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation.  This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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June 2025

Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Jun 11 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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How To Turn Follower’s Into Customers

Jun 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Entrepreneurs know marketing is essential, but they may struggle with turning audiences into buyers. Without a clear strategy, they can focus on the wrong things, such as going viral instead of driving sales or selling too aggressively without building trust. This webinar will provide an overview of marketing funnel basics to help you think about how we drive the audience from awareness to purchase. As a busy business owner wearing multiple hats, knowing how to guide potential customers through the…

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Sole Prop, LLC, S Corp—Which one and Why

Jun 24 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation. This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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Should You Be Charging Sales Tax – What You Need to Know!

Jun 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Should you charge sales tax? What if you are selling out of state or on an online platform? These are the type of questions that many business owners are asking. Addressing sales tax requirements has been even more confusing. On June 21, 2018, The United States Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in South Dakota v. Wayfair that states can mandate that businesses without a physical presence in a state with more than 200 transactions or $100,000 in-state sales collect and remit…

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July 2025

Sole Prop, LLC, S Corp—Which One and Why

Jul 22 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation.  This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Jul 23 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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Should You Be Charging Sales Tax – What You Need to Know!

Jul 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Should you charge sales tax? What if you are selling out of state or on an online platform? These are the type of questions that many business owners are asking. Addressing sales tax requirements has been even more confusing. On June 21, 2018, The United States Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in South Dakota v. Wayfair that states can mandate that businesses without a physical presence in a state with more than 200 transactions or $100,000 in-state sales collect and remit…

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August 2025

Sole Prop, LLC, S Corp—Which One and Why

Aug 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Many entrepreneurs do not fully understand the differences between a Sole Proprietorship, LLC and S Corporation.  This causes many to form a corporation when they may be better operating as a sole prop. Additionally, they are confused about the tax differences for each structure. They often choose a legal structure based on a perceived tax advantage that is incorrect. This webinar provides an overview of the various tax structures. The required documentation for the original filing and annual filings. The…

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Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation

Aug 20 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free

Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, "Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation." Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you're forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…

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Should You Be Charging Sales Tax – What You Need to Know!

Aug 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Should you charge sales tax? What if you are selling out of state or on an online platform? These are the type of questions that many business owners are asking. Addressing sales tax requirements has been even more confusing. On June 21, 2018, The United States Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in South Dakota v. Wayfair that states can mandate that businesses without a physical presence in a state with more than 200 transactions or $100,000 in-state sales collect and remit…

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