Thursday
01/14
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

In partnership with

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 to 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!

Thursday
01/14
6 – 8:30 p.m.

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. 

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

Wednesday
01/27
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

Wednesday
02/03
6 – 8:30 p.m.

In Partnership with

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
02/04
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Employee or Independent Contractor Tax Seminar

In partnership with

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!

Thursday
02/04
6 - 8:30 p.m.

The $9 Billion Connection - Doing Business With the State of California

In Partnership with

The State of California contracts out more than $9 billion every year! Agencies are encouraged to award at least 25% of their annual contracting dollars to certified Small Businesses (SBs) and 3% to certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBEs).

They also give a 5% bid preference to certified SBs and may offer up to a 5% incentive to DVBEs in the formal bid process. Attend this workshop to learn about the different contracting opportunities available to you!

Presented by the State of California Department of General Services

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

Wednesday
02/10
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Ask the Experts: Financing for Small Businesses and Start-ups

In Partnership with

Do you need capital to expand your business? Do you need a loan, private investors, or better financial and cash flow management systems? Fluctuating market conditions, aggressive competition, pricing pressures and rising costs can put a strain on the financial health of any business. Register now for an opportunity to meet with bankers and financial advisors. You will walk away with an understanding of how to best meet your company’s financial needs.

Presented by Orange County SBDC Director Leila Mozaffari and panel of bankers

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

Wednesday
02/17
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Developing a Winning Business Plan – Your Roadmap to Success

Co-sponsored by

The number one reason why 80% of new businesses fail is due to lack of proper planning. Will your business be part of the 20% that succeed? Anyone planning to start a business or expand an existing enterprise should attend this informative and valuable seminar that will lead to developing a winning business plan.  You will learn about the power of a business plan that covers the organizational strategy, the operations plan, marketing activity and financial statements.  Register today!

Presented by Orange County SBDC Consultant Linda Harasin

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

Wednesday
02/24
6 – 8:30 p.m.

Business Survival Strategies: Maximizing Your Opportunities to Stay in Business

This seminar benefits not only business owners struggling with the current state of economy, but also proactive entrepreneurs who want to avoid being impacted by it. Participants will be exposed to creative solutions in lowering costs, increasing sales, and managing cash flow. Through participating in this interactive seminar, you will walk away with practical strategies that you can implement immediately to increase your customer base and business revenue. Don’t miss out on this valuable information!

Presented by Orange County SBDC Director Leila Mozaffari and Business Consultant Elisabeth Pechs

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

Wednesday
03/03
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

FRANCHISING: How to Evaluate Franchise Opportunities

In partnership with

This seminar will help you learn to make decisions based on information versus emotions. It will also help you understand business attributes and separate facts from fears. Consider evaluation as an educational journey. This workshop will allow you to study several concepts in depth.

Presented by The Entrepreneur’s Source

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

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. 

$20

Managing and Organizing Your Business Contacts

In partnership with

If you are a small business owner and haven’t heard of Google Apps or Zoho CRM, It’s time you get to know them. Come and learn how to manage, organize your business contacts online at no cost on an enterprise-class platform that’s accessible anywhere there’s a browser.

Presented by a Google and Zoho Partner

$25

Developing a GREEN Business Plan for Ecopreneurism

Co-sponsored by

This seminar will guide you through the process of developing a comprehensive business plan with a focus on eco-friendly components for entrepreneurs looking to enter the GREEN business industry. You will learn about the power of a business plan that covers the organizational strategy, the operations plan, marketing activity and financial statements. Approximately 80% of new businesses fail due to lack of proper planning. Learn how to write a business plan and position your business to be part of the 20% that succeed!

Presented by Orange County SBDC Consultant Linda Harasin

$25

Developing a Winning Business Plan
- presented in Vietnamese

Co-sponsored by

The number one reason why 80% of new businesses fail is due to lack of proper planning. Will your business be part of the 20% that succeed? Anyone planning to start a business or expand an existing enterprise should attend this informative and valuable seminar that will lead to developing a winning business plan.  You will learn about the power of a business plan that covers the organizational strategy, the operations plan, marketing activity and financial statements.  Register today!

Presented by OC SBDC Consultant Katie KieuDung Nguyen

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

Register online www.ocsbdc.com

Refreshments provided

Keeping the Seats Filled - Marketing Strategies for Restaurants

Discover how to generate business for your restaurant by creating a marketing plan that covers market research, advertising, in-store marketing, and public relations. Participants will have materials to work with as they move forward with their restaurant’s business strategies.

Presented by the Orange County SBDC Consultant Linda Hoitt

No Charge!