Upcoming Events
Business Funding Essentials Webinar Series
WEBINAR DETAILS:
Are you a small business owner grappling with the challenges of growth and funding? Join us for the Business Funding Essentials Webinar Series, tailored specifically for early-stage entrepreneurs. Hosted by the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Transportation Resource Center, and the Sacramento MBDA Business Center, this series is your guide to mastering the fundamentals of business finance—from conceptualizing profitable ideas to understanding the nuances of financial statements.
Why You Should Attend:
- Develop Profitable Business Concepts: Dive deep into strategies for identifying and refining business ideas that promise success.
- Create Lender-Ready Plans: Learn how to prepare your business to meet the stringent requirements of financial institutions.
- Understand Financial Statements: Enhance your financial literacy to better manage your business and impress potential lenders.
Our Objective: Our goal is to equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to confidently apply for and secure funding. This series provides actionable strategies and practical advice aimed at laying a solid foundation for your business's financial health.
SPEAKER INFO:
Paul’s background blends over 25 years of professional experience in start-up strategy, business planning, angel/VC financing, SBA lending and crowdfunding. Paul’s specialty is working with entrepreneurial ventures to refine their business model, create an investment-driven business plan and prepare an effective funding pitch. He also advises CEOs and founding teams on these common start-up issues: legal entity selection, equity financing structures, financial forecasting and exit strategies.
Here are the details:
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm (PST)
Location: Virtual / Zoom Webinar
Series Start: May 14th, 2024
Topics:
Session #1 - Creating a Lender-Ready Business Plan - May 14
Kickstart your entrepreneurial journey by learning to craft a business plan that stands out to lenders. This session will cover modern business planning best practices that enhance your chances of securing the necessary startup or expansion funding.
Session #2 - Legal Entities, Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights - May 21
Navigate the essentials of forming your business with an introduction to corporations, LLCs, and other structures. We'll also explore how to protect your business assets through patents, copyrights, and trademarks, securing your innovative ideas and products.
Session #3 - Optimizing Personal and Business Credit for Lenders - May 28
Unravel the complexities of both personal and business credit. Understanding these can be the key to opening doors with lenders and securing the funding you need.
Session #4 - Understanding Small Business Financial Statements - June 4
Demystify financial documents such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Learn how these tools can guide better financial decisions and strengthen your business's financial health.
Session #5 - Improving Cash Flow & Projections for Lenders - June 11
Improve your business’s cash flow management and learn to project your finances accurately for lenders, an essential skill for maintaining liquidity and funding growth.
Session #6 - Popular Funding Options for Small Business - June 18
Discover the most effective funding avenues for your business, from SBA loans and microlending to equity funding and crowdfunding. Understand what makes each option unique and how to leverage them for your startup or expansion.
Session #7 - Secrets to Building a Successful Funding Pitch - June 25
Your ability to secure funding often hinges on your pitch. Gain insights into crafting compelling funding presentations that resonate with potential investors and lenders.
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
QuickBooks: Accounting Preparation for Taxes
WEBINAR DETAILS:
Struggling with accounting and preparing your taxes? Join us for an essential session designed specifically for small business owners like you. This webinar will equip you with the necessary QuickBooks skills to streamline your financial processes and ensure tax compliance effectively. Hosted by the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce, the San Joaquin Small Business Development Center, and the Sacramento MBDA Business Center,
In this interactive webinar, you'll dive into the fundamentals of QuickBooks, the go-to tool for efficient tax preparation and financial management. Pablo will guide you through:
- Setting Up Your Accounts: Get your financial foundation solidly in place.
- Optimizing Bookkeeping Practices: Streamline your accounting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Preparing for Tax Season: Learn strategies to manage your finances and ensure you are fully prepared for tax filings.
Why You Should Attend:
- Master Financial Management: Develop the skills needed to effectively track and manage your business finances.
- Boost QuickBooks Proficiency: Learn how to utilize QuickBooks to its full potential, reducing errors and saving time during tax season.
- Receive Tailored Advice: Gain insights and strategies specifically designed for small businesses to improve financial operations and tax compliance.
SPEAKER INFO:
Pablo Gomez is a Small Business Advisor with the SBDC, boasting 5 years of advising experience and 7 years in healthcare business compliance. He holds an MBA from CSU East Bay and is a certified business analyst from the Project Management Institute. Pablo is deeply involved in Corporate Finance research and is passionate about financing, marketing, and business plan development. His expertise also covers SEO, social media, and providing start-up guidance. Pablo is committed to hard work and delivering solutions that help others achieve their dreams.
Here are the details:
Date: May 22, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST
Location: Virtual / Zoom Webinar
Whether you're new to QuickBooks or looking to refine your skills, this session will provide you with the tools you need to manage your business finances more effectively. Secure your spot today!
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
The Coach Approach
with Saori Choulos
WEBINAR DETAILS:
In today’s dynamic business environment, coaching is a key skill for effective leadership. Whether you’re a small business owner, a manager, or an emerging leader, mastering coaching skills can greatly enhance your ability to unlock your team's potential, streamline your workload by empowering others, and strengthen your professional relationships. Hosted by the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce and the Sacramento MBDA Business Center, funded in part though a grant with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.
Who Should Attend:
- Aspiring Leaders: Integrate effective coaching techniques to enhance autonomy and efficacy within your team or clients.
- Current Practitioners: Advance your coaching skills with new strategies and insights to deepen your leadership impact.
- People Developers: Explore coaching as a transformative approach distinct from training or mentoring.
- Communication Enhancers: Elevate your listening and questioning skills to forge stronger connections.
- Curious Learners: Anyone interested in exploring coaching principles and their application in real-world scenarios.
Join us to discover how the Coach Approach can transform your leadership style, enabling you to lead with empowerment and respect. Embark on this journey of personal and professional growth to become the transformative leader you aspire to be.
SPEAKER INFO: Saori Choulos
- Experience as an ICF-credentialed executive coach - the gold-standard of professional coaching. I have led my own coaching practice for 7 years and serve as an internal executive coach at GEICO for the past 3 years.
- 20+ years of practical management and leadership experience across corporate, non-profit, and government environments in the areas of business development, client administration, relationship management, and strategic partnerships.
- 10+ years of community leadership serving on boards and leading efforts around workforce development, leadership development, and mentoring young professionals.
- Many personal hats. As a forever mom, I do my best to grow as a mother, as well as a friend, writer, partner, daughter, sister, traveler, and coach. I believe that integrating our fullness allows us to live purposefully.
Here are the details:
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm (PST)
Location: Virtual / Zoom Meeting
Series Start: May 23rd, 2024
Meeting weekly, this interactive five-part series will cover the following:
- 5/23/2024 - Week 1: Development Conversations Through Powerful Questions:
- Learn to use targeted questions to inspire deeper thinking and self-solution finding.
- 5/30/2024 - Week 2: Listening to Unlock Potential:
- Master the art of active listening to reveal and foster the hidden potentials within your team.
- 6/6/2024 - Week 3: Establishing Objectives and Goals of Who You Want to Be:
- Set clear, actionable objectives that reflect your desired leadership style and professional goals.
- 6/13/2024 - Week 4: Putting Goals into Action:
- Translate your objectives into concrete actions that lead to measurable outcomes.
- 6/20/2024 - Week 5: Removing Barriers and Recognizing Progress:
- Identify and overcome obstacles to success, while learning to recognize and celebrate progress.
*Register separately for each week. Video camera is suggested for group engagement, but not required.
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
Partner Events:
Addressing Burnout & Prioritizing Wellness in the Workplace
Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip participants with the tools and insights necessary to recognize, address, and prevent burnout in the workplace.
Led by Yellow Chair Collective Psychotherapist Helen Garcia, MSW, this session will delve into the multifaceted nature of burnout, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of its definition and the common indicators to watch for in themselves and others. This workshop will equip attendees with practical skills and tools for promoting wellness in the workplace.
Date: May 7, 2024 at 9AM - 10:15 AM (PDT) on Zoom
Register Here
EDGE S.T.A.R. WORKSHOP SERIES
HOW TO PREPARE FOR UTILITIES & GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
LEARN HOW TO:
- EVALUATE CONTRACTING STRATEGIES
- IDENTIFY POTENTIAL CONTRACTING OPPORTUNITIES
- OBTAIN THE BEST CERTIFICATIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
Course Description
A diversified client portfolio is a great strategy for sustainability. Contracted experience with utility and government agencies can be a good way to diversify your
business, revenue stream, capabilities, and deepen your credibility. This course will discuss the contracting process used by public utilities and the government in order for businesses to become contract ready.
Date: May 7, 2024
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
Location: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
Register Here
The SCE EDGE S.T.A.R. Workshops are offered at “no cost” and open to the public.
2024 AAPI Night Market
Get ready to experience the excitement of the #AAPINightMarket! Join us on Friday, May 31st to kick off the summer with delicious food, unique local vendors, and live performances by TOKiMONSTA, P-Lo, and more.
Don't miss out – grab your tickets now at aapinightmarket.com!
Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 at 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Downtown Sacramento: Capitol Mall between 3rd and 6th Streets
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