Upcoming Events
Don't Miss Out on the Electrify California Pitch Competition!
Witness the culmination of the first Electrify California program where program participants will debut their electrifying ideas!
PITCH DETAILS:
Get ready for an electrifying experience at the California Mobility Center! Our Electrify California Pitch Competition promises to unveil the next big ideas in electric mobility. This exciting event gathers the inaugural cohort of the Capital Readiness Program – Electrify California, along with visionary innovators, industry experts, and investors. Together, we'll showcase revolutionary projects that will redefine transportation not only in California but also beyond.
Event Details
Date: 4/30/24
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: California Mobility Center, 8351 Luzon Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95828
Business Funding Essentials Webinar Series
WEBINAR DETAILS:
Navigating business growth and securing funding are key challenges for small businesses. Join our Business Essentials Webinar Series for strategic insights into developing profitable business concepts, creating lender-ready plans, and understanding financial statements. Our ultimate goal of this series is to equip early stage businesses with the resources and education they need to apply and receive funding from various sources, with a practical action plan.
Hosted by the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce and the Sacramento MBDA Business Center, these sessions are tailored to propel your business forward.
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
Session #2 - Legal Entities, Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights
Session #3 - Optimizing Personal and Business Credit for Lenders
Session #4 - Understanding Small Business Financial Statements
Session #5 - Improving Cash Flow & Projections for Lenders
Session #6 - Popular Funding Options for Small Business
Session #7 - Secrets to Building a Successful Funding Pitch
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
QuickBooks: Accounting Preparation for Taxes
Join us for a focused session aimed at empowering small business owners with the essential QuickBooks skills needed for effective accounting and tax preparation. This webinar is designed to streamline your financial processes and ensure tax compliance.
WEBINAR DETAILS:
In this webinar, dive into the fundamentals of QuickBooks to learn how this powerful tool can be leveraged for efficient tax preparation and financial management. Pablo will guide you through setting up your accounts, optimizing bookkeeping practices, and preparing for tax season effectively.
Why Attend?
- Gain essential financial tracking and management skills.
- Enhance your QuickBooks proficiency to save time and reduce errors come tax season.
- Receive expert advice and strategies tailored to small businesses.
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: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM PST
Location: Virtual / Zoom Webinar
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
The Coach Approach
with Saori Choulos
WEBINAR DETAILS:
Coaching is one of the top leadership skills in today’s business. For managers and leaders, coaching allows you to bring out the best in your team members, reduce your workload by helping others find their own solutions (rather than rescuing or advising), and creates stronger relationships.
The Coach Approach is for you if…
- You are seeking to be a more effective leader by incorporating coaching moments with your team members, students, clients, and others
- You already do some coaching in your work and interested to learn additional coaching skills and approaches
- You are passionate about developing people and seeking for an approach different from training, dictating, or mentoring
- You know about the power of listening and asking questions in creating meaningful connections with others and want to become even more skilled
- You have been interested in coaching and simply want to learn more
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:
- Week 1: Development Conversations Through Powerful Questions
- Week 2: Listening to Unlock Potential
- Week 3: Establishing Objectives and Goals of Who You Want to Be
- Week 4: Putting Goals into Action
- Week 5: Removing Barriers and Recognizing Progress
*Register separately for each week. Video camera is suggested for group engagement.
For any questions about this webinar, please contact sacramentombda@calasiancc.org.
Partner Events:
Transportation Procurement Summit 2024
Secure your spot today!
SUMMIT DETAILS:
Business Owners: Don't miss the Transportation Procurement Summit 2024! This pivotal event is your gateway to vital resources in capital access, networking opportunities, and direct procurement engagements. Plus, discover invaluable business resources tailored for your growth. Join us to elevate your enterprise in the transportation sector.
Event Details
Date: 4/25/24
Time: 8am-1pm
Location: 950 East Street, Tracy, CA 95376
Hudson & HMSHost Small Business Outreach for BUR Airport
Join us at the Hudson & HMSHost Small Business Outreach event for BUR Airport business opportunities
DETAILS:
Welcome to the Hudson & HMSHost Small Business Outreach for BUR Airport! Join us in person for a day filled with networking and opportunities to connect with Hudson and HMSHost to learn about opportunities at Hollywood Burbank Airport. Whether you're a seasoned Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to grow in the airport industry. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to expand your network and knowledge. See you there!
Event Details
Date: 4/26/24
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: 200 West Magnolia Boulevard Burbank, CA 91502
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
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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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