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SUMMARY:Business Plans in Action
DESCRIPTION:“If you fail to plan\, you plan to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin \nWhether you are launching\, expanding or pivoting your business\, this deep dive will take you through the process of how to complete each step in the business plan outline. \nThis training is designed for veteran/military family entrepreneurs interested in writing a viable business plan that will get you focused in the right direction to capture the attention of investors\, partners and lenders. The finished project is also an important operating tool to help you manage your business and enable you to achieve greater success. \nTopics Covered will include: \n\nExecutive Summary\nIndustry and Market Analysis\nMarketing Strategy\nOperations and Organizational Design\nImplementation\nFinancial Strategy\nFinancial Management\nLegal Structure\nRecord keeping\nCash Management\nForecasting\nPersonnel\nExit Strategy and much more.\n\nWorkshop will include live\, interactive\, reflective\, and relatable exercises. Please have pen and paper ready. \nThis workshop is presented on the Zoom platform. Zoom link and password will be emailed to registered participants the day prior to the event.
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/business-plans-in-action-08-25-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot Modules 1\, 2\, 3 - Online
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Join the online Boots to Business/Reboot class. The Zoom link and password will be emailed to registered participants the day before the class. There is no charge for this event. \nThis class is open to all Veteran students\, Veterans of all eras\, members of the Guard and Reserve\, and military-connected family members who are interested in starting or growing a small business. Any interested community members are invited to join the Veterans for this exploration of entrepreneurship. \nThis weekly class is offered online on Tuesdays from from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Pacific Time. The modules can be taken in any order. All 8 modules are required to receive a certificate of completion. \nSeptember 1\, 2026\nModule 1: Introduction to Business Ownership\nObjective: Provide an overview of the entrepreneurial process\, what it means to be an entrepreneur\, the opportunities and challenges and military skills and attributes that transfer over to entrepreneurship. \nModule 2: The Right Idea? Basics of Opportunity Recognition\nObjective: Describe the process and activities related to understanding the ‘business case’ for turning an idea into a sustainable business concept. Understand how to refine and refocus current ideas. \nModule 3: Understanding Markets & Your Competitive Space\nObjective: Understand how to conduct market research\, the importance of market research\, and the basics of competitive strategy/analysis. Understand ways to conduct low-cost customer validation and market research. Understand how to evaluate an industry. \nSeptember 8\, 2026\nModule 4: The Economics of Small Business Start-Up\nObjective: Understand the foundation for the cost\, price\, volume relationship\, as it informs profit potential and sustainability for the planned venture. \nModule 5: Legal Considerations for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses\nObjective: Understand the various legal forms of a business and the opportunities and challenges associated with each. Offer an overview of other legal considerations impacting veteran-owned businesses. How is the owner paid\, taxed\, and what type of liability are they exposed to. The importance of seeking legal counsel. \nSeptember 15\, 2026\nModule 6: Introduction to Business Planning\nObjective: Understand the concepts and value of business planning. Learn about tools and models that can help your business planning process. Identify the essential elements of a business plan and focus them\, based on your audience. Utilize SBA Resource Partners and tools to develop a viable business plan. \nModule 7: Financing Your Venture\nObjective: Understand what types of financing are available for your business. Understand the difference between debt & equity financing. Explore what lenders and investors look for when deciding whether to finance your business. \nModule 8: Resources to Support Your Efforts\nObjective: Understand the resources available through the SBA\, VA\, and other resource partners positioned to provide future training and support of the participant’s efforts to launch and grow a sustainable business venture. \nThis is your chance to explore what it takes to be an entrepreneur and stand with the growing number of small business owners! Join us and learn how to put your small business ownership dreams into action!
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/boots-to-business-reboot-modules-1-2-3-09-01-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T193000
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SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot Modules 4 & 5 - Online
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Join the online Boots to Business/Reboot class. The Zoom link and password will be emailed to registered participants the day before the class. There is no charge for this event. \nThis class is open to all Veteran students\, Veterans of all eras\, members of the Guard and Reserve\, and military-connected family members who are interested in starting or growing a small business. Any interested community members are invited to join the Veterans for this exploration of entrepreneurship. \nThis weekly class is offered online on Tuesdays from from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Pacific Time. The modules can be taken in any order. All 8 modules are required to receive a certificate of completion. \nSeptember 8\, 2026\nModule 4: The Economics of Small Business Start-Up\nObjective: Understand the foundation for the cost\, price\, volume relationship\, as it informs profit potential and sustainability for the planned venture. \nModule 5: Legal Considerations for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses\nObjective: Understand the various legal forms of a business and the opportunities and challenges associated with each. Offer an overview of other legal considerations impacting veteran-owned businesses. How is the owner paid\, taxed\, and what type of liability are they exposed to. The importance of seeking legal counsel. \nSeptember 15\, 2026\nModule 6: Introduction to Business Planning\nObjective: Understand the concepts and value of business planning. Learn about tools and models that can help your business planning process. Identify the essential elements of a business plan and focus them\, based on your audience. Utilize SBA Resource Partners and tools to develop a viable business plan. \nModule 7: Financing Your Venture\nObjective: Understand what types of financing are available for your business. Understand the difference between debt & equity financing. Explore what lenders and investors look for when deciding whether to finance your business. \nModule 8: Resources to Support Your Efforts\nObjective: Understand the resources available through the SBA\, VA\, and other resource partners positioned to provide future training and support of the participant’s efforts to launch and grow a sustainable business venture. \nThis is your chance to explore what it takes to be an entrepreneur and stand with the growing number of small business owners! Join us and learn how to put your small business ownership dreams into action!
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/boots-to-business-reboot-modules-4-5-online-09-08-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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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-09-14-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T193000
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SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot Modules 6\, 7\, 8 - Online
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Join the online Boots to Business/Reboot class. The Zoom link and password will be emailed to registered participants the day before the class. There is no charge for this event. \nThis class is open to all Veteran students\, Veterans of all eras\, members of the Guard and Reserve\, and military-connected family members who are interested in starting or growing a small business. Any interested community members are invited to join the Veterans for this exploration of entrepreneurship. \nThis weekly class is offered online on Tuesdays from from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Pacific Time. The modules can be taken in any order. All 8 modules are required to receive a certificate of completion. \nSeptember 15\, 2026\nModule 6: Introduction to Business Planning\nObjective: Understand the concepts and value of business planning. Learn about tools and models that can help your business planning process. Identify the essential elements of a business plan and focus them\, based on your audience. Utilize SBA Resource Partners and tools to develop a viable business plan. \nModule 7: Financing Your Venture\nObjective: Understand what types of financing are available for your business. Understand the difference between debt & equity financing. Explore what lenders and investors look for when deciding whether to finance your business. \nModule 8: Resources to Support Your Efforts\nObjective: Understand the resources available through the SBA\, VA\, and other resource partners positioned to provide future training and support of the participant’s efforts to launch and grow a sustainable business venture. \nThis is your chance to explore what it takes to be an entrepreneur and stand with the growing number of small business owners! Join us and learn how to put your small business ownership dreams into action!
URL:https://lavboc.org/training/boots-to-business-reboot-modules-6-7-8-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T073000
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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:20261123T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261123T150000
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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-11-23-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260629T062855Z
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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-12-14-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up/Preplanning
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