The LAEDA Quick Start Series is a 5-part series that provides a great opportunity for individuals who wish to learn how to start a business and for more experienced business owners wishing to learn best practices in operating a business. Topics included in the series: Writing a Business Plan, Marketing Your Business and Credit Management....
This workshop is designed for business owners who want to improve their online presence but don’t have time to do everything. We’ll break down today’s digital marketing landscape and focus on the tools and strategies that matter most—websites, Google Business Profiles, social media, and email marketing. Participants will learn how customers find businesses online, how...
Unit 2 of the Quick Start Series is focused on the importance of a business plan. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, having a Business Plan to guide your efforts is priceless. Business Plan I outlines the various parts of the business plan and its role in applying for financing to...
Unit 3 of the Quick Start Series continues the conversation around creating a business plan. We will continuing covering the business plan -Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan II. What are your true operating costs, what are you really selling, do you have a personnel plan? You’ll be amazed by what you’ll learn about...
This practical, beginner-friendly workshop shows small business owners and entrepreneurs how artificial intelligence can be used today to save time, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Participants will learn how AI tools can support marketing, customer engagement, operations, and decision-making—without needing technical expertise. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with clear, actionable ways...
QuickBooks Basics is an introductory workshop focused on the needs of business owners who manage their own financial records. This informative webinar walks participants through the ground level stages of “bookkeeping.” During the webinar, we’ll focus on the following areas: • The effective use of an accounting system • How to set up your company...
Unit 4 of the Quick Start Series is focused on understanding your customer and how your product or services meets their needs. Are your marketing efforts communicating your message to your customers? Are you even fishing in the right pond? Marketing Your Business takes you through the basics of marketing, developing a marketing message and...
Are you ready to take the first step toward turning your business idea into reality? This Introduction to Entrepreneurship workshop will guide you through the key factors you need to know before starting your journey. You’ll learn about: Understanding the entrepreneurial journey Assessing if you’re ready to be an entrepreneur Your starting point and practical...
Live Servsafe Training & Certification Day. In-person. Chef-led. Certification in one day. Please note the cost for the class and certification is $150 ¡Disponible en Español! -We offer Spanish-Language exams available upon request -Simultaneous Spanish translation headsets upon request -Spanish study materials included -1 translator available for live questions What you get: -4-hours chef-led ServSafe...
Unit 5 of the Quick Start Series focuses on the role personal credit plays in starting and growing a business. Having good credit can mean the difference between success or failure for a business. Without it you can’t sign a lease, get terms with your suppliers and of course get a loan. During this seminar...
