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SUMMARY:Ecommerce: How to Sell Your Product or Service Online
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your business ideas to the next level? Selling your product or service online is an exciting opportunity to launch\, expand\, or pivot a business right from home. \nThis foundational workshop introduces you to the essentials of ecommerce and website development. Whether you have a fully realized product or just an initial concept\, you will learn how to build an online storefront that fits your schedule and business goals. \nTraining Topics Include: \n\nPlatform Introductions: Get a clear overview of Shopify and Amazon to see which platform fits your business model best.\nWebsite Development Basics: Learn the foundational steps needed to build a professional\, user-friendly online presence.\nLaunch Resources: Discover additional tools\, training\, and resources available to help you successfully launch.\nInteractive Q&A: Bring your specific business ideas\, products\, or services to get direct feedback from our experts.\n\nPlease Note: This workshop is dedicated to helping you sell and scale your own brand\, product\, or service. We do not cover generic drop-shipping of products that are not your own brand. \nNot in business yet? \nNo problem! Bring your ideas to the workshop and see if the world of ecommerce is the right path for you.
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/ecommerce-how-to-sell-your-product-or-service-online-10-06-2026/
CATEGORIES:eCommerce
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Series: Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Veteran’s Vault: Acquiring Capital for Government Contracting Services  – Part 4 of the Government Contracting Workshop Series\n\nIn this session\, veterans who already are or want to become government contractors will learn how to find and get different kinds of funding\, such as loans and lines of credit\, to help them work on federal\, state\, and local contracts. We will talk about the most important steps and best ways to make sure your business is ready to borrow money\, from filling out applications to building good relationships with lenders. We will also explain why having extra money on hand can help you handle unexpected costs or changes to your contract. By the end of this session\, you will have a clear plan for keeping your cash flow strong\, creating a smart funding strategy\, and going after government contracts with confidence so your business can grow. You will learn how to organize your budget\, plan for the future\, and find helpful resources that can guide you when you need extra support. This knowledge will help you feel ready to face the challenges of working with government agencies. \nThis workshop is part of a series of four workshops including: \n\nGetting Started with Government Contracting\nGovernment Certifications and Capabilities Statement\nResponding to Solicitations\n\nAfter completion of the workshop series\, sign up for a no-cost one-on-one consultation to assist you with your next steps from the LA Regional VBOC and get a certificate of completion from the PNW VBOC. \nAbout the Presenter\nAllen Archuleta’s professional path has been diverse\, including launching and selling two professional services firms\, acquiring and revitalizing several businesses and franchises\, and imparting wisdom as a Professor of Strategy & Entrepreneurship at Sac State. His efforts have not only been recognized with a Top 40 under 40 award from the Sacramento Business Journal but have also earned him the Community All-Star Award from the Sacramento Kings for significant contributions to his community. \nToday\, he is committed to leveraging his extensive experience in business strategy\, ownership\, and consulting to support active duty\, Veteran\, and military family members in achieving their entrepreneurial dreams. Allen’s role at the PNW VBOC is complemented by his qualifications as a licensed business broker\, business lender\, and tax advisor\, positioning him uniquely to guide our veterans through the complexities of business ownership and growth.
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/government-contracting-series-access-to-capital-10-07-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Access To Capital,Government Contracting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T140000
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SUMMARY:Veteran Business Development: Start It
DESCRIPTION:What it is:\nJoin the LA VBOC as we show why you would choose an LLC\, Sole Prop\, S-Corp\, or C-Corp—and how to form each one legally\, step-by-step\, Barney style. Period. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhat each structure is (in plain English)\nWhy you’d pick one over the others\nThe exact steps to form it legally (what to file\, where\, and in what order)\nWhat mistakes to avoid that cost money later.
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/veteran-business-development-start-it-10-07-2026/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Structure,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T150000
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SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Veterans\, Guard\, Reserve and military-connected family members who want to start or grow a small business! \nHave you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Are you a current veteran business owner looking for fresh ideas and veteran connections? The U.S. Small Business Administration and the Los Angeles Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) will bring the Boots to Business Reboot program presented ONLINE. There is no charge for this event. \nYou will learn about: \n\nWhat is Entrepreneurship?\nBusiness Opportunity Evaluation\nMarket Research\nSmall Business Economics\nSelecting a Legal Entity\nFinancing Your Venture\nThe Business Plan\nAccessing the SBA Resource Partner Network\n\nThis is your chance to explore what it takes to be an entrepreneur and join ranks with the growing number of veteran-owned businesses! Join us and learn how to put your small business ownership dreams into action!
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/boots-to-business-reboot-10-12-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T120000
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SUMMARY:Veteran Business Development: Fund It
DESCRIPTION:What it is: \nJoin the LA VBOC for a deep-dive\, point-by-point breakdown of the pros and cons of all real-world funding options available to veteran entrepreneurs. Period. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhat each option is best used for (and what it’s bad for)\nThe real tradeoffs: speed\, cost\, risk\, restrictions\, and readiness level\nHow to choose the right funding path for your stage and goal
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/veteran-business-development-fund-it-10-14-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T160000
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SUMMARY:Veteran Business Development – Loan\, Grant and Contract Ready
DESCRIPTION:What it is: \nJoin the LA VBOC for a by-the-numbers\, step-by-step direction on what you need to become loan\, grant and contract ready. Period. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nExactly what lenders evaluate (and in what order)\nThe documents you need and how they’re reviewed\nThe metrics/ratios that drive approval decisions\nHow to fix common gaps before you apply
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/veteran-business-development-loan-grant-and-contract-ready-10-22-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T170000
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SUMMARY:Veteran Business Development: Retirement Accounts
DESCRIPTION:You built the business.\nBut is the business helping build your future too? \nMany veteran entrepreneurs spend years focused on:\n• Revenue\n• Customers\n• Operations\n• Survival \n…while retirement planning gets pushed further and further down the road. \n \nDepending on your business structure\, you may even be required to offer certain retirement benefits to yourself as an employee of your business. \nOur upcoming Veteran Business Retirement Accounts workshop is designed to help veteran entrepreneurs better understand:\n✔ Retirement accounts for business owners\n✔ Tax and compensation considerations\n✔ Common mistakes to avoid\n✔ Long-term planning strategy \nIf you know a veteran entrepreneur who could benefit from this conversation\, please share it. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/veteran-business-development-retirement-accounts-10-28-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance,Retirement
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