Thursday
10/02
9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Introduce Your Business to the Federal Market!

The federal government has millions of dollars it needs to spend on products/services each year. Learn how small businesses can tap into the opportunities! 

• Where does your company fit into the federal market?
• How does the government purchasing process work?
• What is the availability of certification programs?
• Where can you get assistance?
• How do you bid on federal contracts?

If you have always wanted to learn more about selling your product or service to the federal government, this is the seminar for you!

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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$25

Refreshments provided

Thursday
10/09
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Employee or Independent Contractor Tax Seminar

Co-sponsored by

In this seminar, you will learn the factors that determine if a worker is an employee or independent contractor; the consequences of incorrectly classifying workers; the basics of statutory employment; and how to get help.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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No Charge!

Wednesday
10/15
6 - 8:30 p.m.

Essential Steps toStarting a Successful Business

What are the critical steps to starting a successful business?  Learn about tax and license requirements, the importance of good credit, what is needed to secure financing, and how to write a business plan. You will walk away with materials you can refer to as you move forward. 

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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$20

Thursday
10/23
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Quickbooks: An Overview for Beginners

Every business owner needs to learn the basics of how to setup QuickBooks!  In this seminar participants will receive instructions on installing the computerized bookkeeping software at their home or business.  The seminar also covers entering sales and invoices, making deposits, entering and paying bills, reconciling bank accounts and producing basic financial statements.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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$25

Refreshments provided

Friday
10/24
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

Co-sponsored by:

This seminar will teach the basics of federal and state payroll taxes every business owner should know about! Learn how to report taxes and how to distinguish between an employee and independent contractor. You will also gather information on independent contractor reports and ways you can get assistance on your payroll taxes.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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No Charge!

Wedneday
10/29
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Fundamentals in Financing

Co-sponsored by:

Need capital to expand your business? Sign up for this seminar today and you’ll discover the different options available to secure financing for your company.  You will also learn the truth about credit scores and credit reports and how it can help you secure a line of credit and a business loan. This workshop will cover how your credit score is calculated, what the credit bureaus do, how to establish, improve and maintain a healthy credit score, when good advice can be very bad, how to get a real free credit report, how to effectively dispute inaccurate information, stop unsolicited credit offers and how to freeze access to your credit report.

City of Mission Viejo
200 Civic Center
Saddleback Room
Mission Viejo, CA  92691
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$25

Refreshments provided

Thursday
10/30
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Effective Marketing Strategies to Grow Your Business

Co-sponsored by

“Out of sight, out of mind.” Don’t let this quote be the case for your business.  Register now for this dynamic seminar packed with ideas, tools and techniques that will show you how to maximize your business visibility.  Position your business to your target market of existing and potential clients so that they can come looking for you. Learn how to attract new customers, keep existing ones, generate leads, cultivate referrals, develop your image and grow and expand your network and data base to increase your bottom line!  Don’t miss out.

City of  Anaheim
Gordon Hoyt Conference Room
201 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Second Floor
Anaheim, CA 92805
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No Charge!

Thursday
11/06
6 – 9 p.m.

Effective Marketing Strategies to Grow Your Business
- presented in Vietnamese

Co-sponsored by

“Out of sight, out of mind.” Don’t let this quote be the case for your business.  Register now for this dynamic seminar packed with ideas, tools and techniques that will show you how to maximize your business visibility.  Position your business to your target market of existing and potential clients so that they can come looking for you. Learn how to attract new customers, keep existing ones, generate leads, cultivate referrals, develop your image and grow and expand your network and data base to increase your bottom line!  Don’t miss out.

Wells Fargo Bank
9550 Bolsa Ave.
Westminster, CA 92683
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Vietnamese phone line
(714) 564-5208

No Charge!

Wednesday
11/12
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Estrategias Efectivas de Marketing
- presented in bilingual Spanish

Co-sponsored by:

Position your business to your target market of existing and potential clients so that they can come looking for you. Learn how to attract new customers, keep existing ones, generate leads, cultivate referrals, develop your image and grow and expand your network and data base to increase your bottom line!

Presented by Orange County SBDC Consultant Elisabeth Pechs

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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$25

Refreshmentsprovided

Thursday
11/13
6 – 8:30 pm

Essential Steps to Starting a Successful Business

What are the critical steps to starting a successful business?  Learn about tax and license requirements, the importance of good credit, what is needed to secure financing, and how to write a business plan. You will walk away with materials you can refer to as you move forward. 

Presented by the Orange County SBDC

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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$20

Thursday
11/20
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

Co-sponsored by:

This seminar will teach the basics of federal and state payroll taxes every business owner should know about!  Learn how to report taxes and how to distinguish between an employee and independent contractor. You will also gather information on independent contractor reports and ways you can get assistance on your payroll taxes.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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No Charge!

Friday
12/12
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Workshop

Co-sponsored by:

Don’t miss out on this hands-on workshop! Participants will learn about the basics of federal and state payroll taxes, plus have the opportunity to fill out practice forms to understand the complexities of how to report taxes and how to distinguish between an employee and independent contractor. You will also gather information on independent contractor reports and ways you can get assistance on your payroll taxes.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Center
2323 N. Broadway,
Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
Map

No Charge!