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Learn which platform is the best for your business type in order to increase online exposure. This training will take a deep dive into each platform to help you better understand what they are, and how to use them to grow your business. Best Practices for Posting Evaluating Performance Implementing SEO in Your Strategy Speaker: […]
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John Couch was recruited by Steve Jobs in 1978 and become the 54th employee at Apple, as the Director of New Products. He held several positions while at Apple and was notably the first Vice President of Education, where he grew the the business rom from $1 billion to $9.5 billion in 10 years. John shares about his experiences at Apple, lecturing around the world and his published works.
Business ownership can be an exhilarating, demanding and lucrative endeavor, but it is not for everyone. A key element of success is the ability to plan for now and the future. The more you plan, the more informed you can be, which in turn helps you focus your priorities and make great decisions in the […]
We know companies have their hands full building in-demand products and services while also trying to grow their customer base. This workshop provides tips on how to serve your company’s client base through a set of practical, low effort steps covering the entire customer journey to a delightful experience post-sale. This investment will help you […]
Learn how you can leverage small business certifications to diversify your revenue stream and improve your bottom line. Government contracts can offer significant opportunities for small businesses, but selling to the government requires a very different approach than selling to the commercial sector. This presentation provides an understanding of the various certifications impacted by SBA […]
In this workshop, we cover topics related to continuous improvement and the associated Lean and Six Sigma thinking and how they relate to both product and process design. A quick overview on some specific lean tools are also discussed for many of the starting companies to envision their production and scaling up phase. Dr. Ahmed […]
This webinar is tailored to startups that plan to subcontract their production, focusing on global supply chain opportunities and challenges and how to manage suppliers and ensure quality and resilience. Dr. Ahmed Deif is an Associate Professor of Industrial Technology at California Polytechnic State University. Dr. Deif has a diverse portfolio in his industrial experience […]
Learn How to Set Up Your Company with QuickBooks Desktop. Selling: invoices, sales receipts, payments, deposits, credit memos, and customer statements Buying: bills, bill payments, checks, bill payment stubs, and credit memos Inventory: purchase orders, receive items, adjust inventory Sales Taxes: set up, adjust, pay, and report sales taxes Damon Watkins is the Director of […]
David Walker, co-founder of Firestone Walker Brewing Company, discusses the the curious, passionate and at times, precarious past 25 years of the company. Born in a humble shed on the back-forty of the family vineyard, Firestone Walker is a California beer company like no other—founded by two brothers-in-law who simply wanted to make the perfect beer. […]