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SUMMARY:🖥️2- Week From Idea to Action (08/03 & 08/10)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a business idea but are unsure how to get started? This two-week workshop series is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into actionable plans. Participants will learn how to evaluate and refine their business concepts\, identify their target market\, define their value proposition\, and develop practical next steps for launching their venture. \nThrough interactive activities and guided instruction\, attendees will gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of business planning\, goal setting\, and decision-making. By the end of the series\, participants will leave with greater clarity\, confidence\, and a roadmap to move their business idea from concept to action. \nThis workshop is ideal for individuals who are exploring entrepreneurship or are in the early stages of starting a business. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\n\n\nFacilitator: Tara Cruz \n\nTara Cruz is a strategic business consultant with a passion for helping others chase their dreams. Her journey began when she left a high-profile management position in the Bay Area\, diving headfirst into the world of entrepreneurship in 2017. Despite facing numerous challenges\, Tara’s resilience and determination have led her to become a respected foundation setter for aspiring business owners.\nIn 2017\, Tara took a leap of faith by restoring a 2\,200 square foot building\, transforming it into a thriving business space. This experience\, coupled with her background in marketing\, management\, and startups\, has equipped her with invaluable insights into the entrepreneurial process. Tara’s expertise lies in assisting clients with business alignment\, marketing strategies\, and branding.As a strategic consultant\, Tara is known for her ability to bring clarity and focus to business owners’ visions\, aligning their goals with actionable plans for success. She creates safe spaces for creativity\, futuristic thinking\, and calculated risk-taking\, playing a pivotal role in shaping the direction and success of business development.\nThroughout her career\, Tara has demonstrated an ability to adapt and pivot\, particularly during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Her diverse skill set and experience in rebranding have made her an asset to businesses looking to navigate uncertain times and emerge stronger.\nWhen she’s not guiding entrepreneurs towards success\, Tara cherishes spending quality time with her three children and grand-dog\, finding balance between her professional passion and personal life. \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f2-week-from-idea-to-action-08-03-08-10/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Professional Development Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T140000
DTSTAMP:20260701T003458Z
CREATED:20260701T003458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T003458Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Branding and Storytelling for Entrepreneurs (East Bay) (8/4/26)
DESCRIPTION:Your brand is more than a logo—it’s how people feel about your business. Storytelling helps you: \nStand out in crowded markets\, build trust faster\, and attract aligned clients and opportunities. Register now to build a brand people remember and a story that sells without selling! \nYOU’LL LEARN: \n✅ How to define a clear\, authentic brand identity \n✅ The power of storytelling in business growth and visibility \n✅ How to communicate your mission\, values\, and message with confidence \n✅ Turning your personal or business story into a marketing asset \n************************************************************************** \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-branding-and-storytelling-for-entrepreneurs-east-bay-8-4-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T190000
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SUMMARY:Class will be rescheduled - Cancelled 🖥️Fashion Business Growth (WBC 08/04/26)
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to pricing strategy\, product positioning\, branding\, and practical steps to increase sales and scale a fashion business \n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitador: Judy Kim Harrison  \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\nHADA Design \n\nJudy Kim is the founder and chief consultant for Hada Design\, a fashion business consultancy located in San Francisco. \nJudy comes from generations of creative artists\, tailors and clothing manufactures. She discovered her own love for design at a very early age and cultivated her skills alongside experts in the field. She has first hand experience of hustling to realize a vision as an emigrant pursuing the American dream. She has succeeded in leading a dynamic career in fashion of 25 years in creative design\, product development and merchandising for fortune 500 companies. \nThrough her corporate experience she gained a deep knowledge and appreciation of the intersection of design and business. Judy is passionate about transforming an idea into a purposeful business. Judy’s mission is to support entrepreneurs to realize their dream of owning their own fashion brand and coaching them to be profitable. \nHaving a wealth of fashion busines strategy\, industry insights\, resource connections\, she knows all the tricks of the trade as well as the many challenges that may rise up. She will guide your business with in depth expertise and proven success. She loves working with innovators who want to challenge the status quo. \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8ffashion-business-growth-wbc-08-04-26/
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Marketing Workshops,Professional Development Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260805T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260805T130000
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CREATED:20260623T184555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T005854Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️4-Week Build Your Digital Marketing Strategy (WBC 08/05-08/26)
DESCRIPTION:A house needs a solid foundation. So does your business. This 4-week online course will walk you through the marketing landscape\, creating a marketing strategy\, overcoming the social media mental block\, and keeping your content in order. \nSession description: \n\nCourse Overview + Digital Marketing 101 – Here\, we’ll go through the expectations of the course and lay a foundation of what digital marketing entails and how it impacts your business.\nUnderstanding your business + Customers – We’ll talk competitive landscape\, unique selling points\, and everything target market in this class. Because knowing your audience is KEY in marketing.\nCreating a Product Flow – Every business has an introductory product. In this class\, we’ll go through how people move through your business\, what your introductory product is\, and how to use that flow to set up a messaging hierarchy.\nContent Strategy + Calendar – You know your business. You know your customers. You know your product. Now it’s time to tell people about it. We’ll go through HOW to do that and start to set up an actionable calendar in this class.\nExecuting Content – It seems daunting\, but with some key tools\, it really isn’t. We’ll go through Canva and scheduling platforms in this class to put into motion the content we scheduled out in the previous class.\nEmail marketing – This is one of the most overlooked channels in marketing and the cheapest. Let’s tackle it together\n\nThis class is open to all entrepreneurs. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 2 hours. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\n\n\nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.\n\nFacilitator: Christina Hunt. \n\n \n  \nChristina Hunt is a trained marketing professional. She’s worked on creating product (Under Armour\, USA)\, on managing a brand (Kit and Ace\, UK)\, on overall marketing and sales strategy (BOOM Cycle\, UK)\, on the media and communications strategy and execution (Carat GmbH\, Germany)\, on Facebook and Instagram advertising strategy and execution (Facebook\, USA)\, and many things in between. Now she takes her lessons and learnings to work with small-to-medium-sized businesses across the globe. Christina says\, “Helping others like this is my greatest joy\, it’s my way of making an impact. Something I felt I never did while working in the corporate world”. \n  \n\nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.\nAlready a Renaissance Client? \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@\, (415) 894-9779
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f4-week-build-your-digital-marketing-strategy-wbc-08-05-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260715T034555Z
CREATED:20260715T034555Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Instagram Marketing Essentials (SMC 08/05/26 - 09/02/26)
DESCRIPTION:Build a stronger Instagram presence in this interactive 5-week online series designed for small business owners. Learn the fundamentals of social media\, develop effective Instagram growth and content strategies\, and gain hands-on experience creating engaging content directly from your phone. Finish the series by receiving personalized feedback on your Instagram account while learning how to use analytics to measure performance\, refine your content\, and grow your audience with confidence. \n************************************************************* \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-instagram-marketing-essentials-smc-08-05-26-09-02-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T130000
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CREATED:20260623T185822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T005742Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️3-Week Business Finance Series (WBC 08/06-08/20)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 6\, Workshop 1: Introduction to Financial Management & Creating a Budget: \nDuration: 1 hour \nGain a solid foundation in financial management for small businesses. Explore the importance of tracking income and expenses\, and understand the significance of financial statements. Learn to navigate income statements\, balance sheets\, and cash flow statements\, while also discovering the basics of budgeting and forecasting. Discover the significance of budgeting and its role in driving small business success. Explore different types of budgets\, including operating\, cash\, and capital budgets. \nThursday\, August 13\,  Workshop 2: Budget & Cash Flow Management: \nDuration: 1 hour \nFollow a step-by-step process for creating an effective budget and learn valuable tips for managing and adapting it as your business evolves. Uncover the essence of cash flow management and its impact on business stability. Learn to distinguish between cash inflows and outflows\, and discover strategies for effectively managing cash flow. Dive into cash flow forecasting and budgeting techniques to ensure the financial health of your business. \nThursday\, August 20\, Workshop 3: \nDuration: 2.5 hours \nFinancing and Funding Options:\nNavigate the world of financing and funding options available to small businesses. Explore various avenues such as loans\, lines of credit\, credit cards\, crowdfunding\, grants\, and venture capital. Understand the factors to consider when choosing the right financing option and learn how to prepare a compelling loan application. \n Tax Planning and Compliance:\nDemystify the complexities of tax planning and compliance for small businesses. Explore common tax deductions and credits\, and gain insight into recordkeeping and documentation requirements. Learn how to effectively work with tax professionals and stay on top of your tax obligations while finding the best fit for your business \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 2 hours. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\nFacilitator:  Alex Perez Carranza \n\n  \nAlex Perez Carranza is a Licensed Financial Professional with 15+ years of experience helping individuals\, families and Business Owners build long-term\, values-driven wealth. I specialize in educating clients on risk-free and tax-free strategies through transparency\, integrity\, and proactive guidance. \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \nNot a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you at:  (415) 894-9779 \n\n\nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \nAlready a Renaissance Client? \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f3-week-business-finance-series-wbc-08-06-08-20/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260717T010137Z
CREATED:20260717T010137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T010137Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ SEO optimization (East Bay) (8/11/26-8/18/26)
DESCRIPTION:Want more people to discover your business on Google? Register Now to learn the fundamentals of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and how to improve your online visibility so potential customers can find you when they’re searching for products and services like yours. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n✅ Understand basics of SEO and how search engines work \n\n\n✅ Identify the keywords your customers are searching for \n\n\n✅ Optimize website and business listings for better visibility \n\n✅ Improve your chances of ranking higher in search results \n****************************************************************************** \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-seo-optimization-east-bay-8-11-26-8-18-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T181146Z
CREATED:20260623T205459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T181146Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️Increase your Credit (WBC 08/17/26)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of business credit and simple steps you can take to strengthen your credit profile. This session will cover what impacts your credit\, common credit mistakes to avoid\, and how to start preparing your business for future financing opportunities. \nWhether you are starting your financial journey or looking to improve your existing credit\, this workshop will provide the tools and knowledge needed to increase your credit score and strengthen your financial opportunities. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright \n\nGwendolyn Wright is the Managing Consultant of The Wright Consultants. Her mission is to start and grow businesses\, increase entrepreneurs’ access to capital and improve their financial acumen. She has extensive experience\, from ecommerce\, retail and wholesale to manufacturing and distribution\, consulting and coaching small and medium size businesses for over twenty years. She has earned a reputation for having a contemporary management style\, combining finance\, marketing\, and project management skills with entrepreneurial vision and discernment. She works well with companies in various stages of development from start-up to planned growth. She is excellent with creating sales and business development strategies. Sweet spots of focus include the food industry (restaurants and cafes\, specialty retailers and small craft foods and beverages) and fashion industry (designers and tech\, apparel\, and accessories- especially jewelry). Clients are located nationwide from San Francisco to New York City. International projects include Italy\, Cambodia and Australia. Continuous market research and trend analysis has taken her around the globe to London\, Hong Kong\, Beijing\, Panama\, Johannesburg\, Accra\, Paris and Tokyo. She was awarded the Small Business Finance Advocate of the Year Award by the Small Business Administration and participated in a congressional trade mission to South Africa and Ghana with Congresswoman Barbara Lee. Education includes Bachelor of Arts\, Antioch College\, Yellow Springs\, Ohio\, Graduate study\, Business Administration\, Golden Gate University\, San Francisco\, Commercial Lending Graduate School\, Corporate Banking Division\, University of Oklahoma\, Norman\, Oklahoma. She is one of the best small business consultants and coaches in the industry! \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n\nSCALE—Success\, Capital Access\, and Leadership for Entrepreneurs—is an initiative powered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to support the success of our state’s small businesses. Our partners across the state offer personalized business advising\, funding support\, and training for every aspect and stage of your business\, all at no-or-low cost. With SCALE\, you don’t have to go it alone when starting or growing your business. \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fincrease-your-credit-wbc-08-17-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T203000
DTSTAMP:20260716T020052Z
CREATED:20260715T035716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T020052Z
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SUMMARY:📍 Wellness and Growth Industry Business Development Working Hours (SMC 08/19/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Wellness & Growth Business Development Hours! An informal space to ask questions\, explore ideas\, solve challenges\, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs in the wellness industry. Whether you’re launching your next step or looking for fresh perspectives\, we’re here to support your continued success. \n************************************************************* \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-wellness-growth-industry-business-development-working-hours-smc-08-19-2026/
LOCATION:Economic Advancement Center – Menlo Park\, 3250 Middlefield Rd\, Menlo Park\, CA\, 94025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Marketing Workshops,Wellness Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233517Z
CREATED:20260805T233517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233517Z
UID:10008658-1787245200-1787252400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Sales and Revenue (East Bay) (8/20/26)
DESCRIPTION:Sales and revenue are the lifeblood of any business—but many entrepreneurs lack a clear strategy. Register now to learn how to master the art of turning conversations into revenue. \n\n\nDiscover How To: \n\n\n\nTurn conversations into conversions through relationship-driven selling techniques\n\n\n\n\nBuilding repeatable sales systems that scale your business\n\n\n\n\nBuild trust that converts to income and closing deals consistently\n\n********************************************************************************* \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-sales-and-revenue-east-bay-8-20-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Skill Building Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T184500
DTSTAMP:20260820T202329Z
CREATED:20260820T202329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T202329Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Aprende y Crece con Capital: Renaissance Milestone Microloan (SMC 08/20/26)
DESCRIPTION:El programa de préstamos Milestone apoya a emprendedores creativos y trabajadores que enfrentan barreras para acceder a capital\, ofreciendo una alternativa a los rigurosos procesos de solicitud de los prestamistas tradicionales; procesos que a menudo generan desánimo y exponen a los emprendedores al riesgo de préstamos abusivos. ¡Regístrese hoy mismo para saber cómo financiar su negocio con Renaissance! \nDescubra qué opciones de financiación están realmente disponibles para las pequeñas empresas —desde microcréditos hasta líneas de crédito empresarial— y cómo utilizarlas de manera responsable. \nDestacaremos el microcrédito Milestone: 5.000 dólares\, sin requisito de puntaje crediticio mínimo\, se acepta ITIN y está diseñado para emprendedores que el sistema tradicional suele pasar por alto. \nREGÍSTRESE AQUÍ: https://tinyurl.com/renmilestone
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-aprende-y-crece-con-capital-renaissance-milestone-microloan-smc-08-20-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops,Taller de Finanzas Empresariales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T200347Z
CREATED:20260820T200347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T200347Z
UID:10008673-1787655600-1787661000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Launch & Grow with Capital: Renaissance Milestone Microloan (SMC 08/25/26)
DESCRIPTION:The Milestone Loan Program supports hardworking and creative entrepreneurs who face barriers in accessing capital\, providing an alternative to traditional startup lenders’ rigorous application process\, which often leads to discouragement and the risk of predatory lending. Register today to learn how to fund your business with Renaissance! \nLearn what financing options are actually available to small businesses — from microloans to business lines of credit — and how to use them responsibly. \nWe’ll spotlight the Milestone Microloan: $5\,000\, no minimum credit score\, ITIN accepted\, designed for entrepreneurs that the traditional system overlooks. \nREGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/renmilestone
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-launch-grow-with-capital-renaissance-milestone-microloan-smc-08-25-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260720T155540Z
CREATED:20260720T155540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T155540Z
UID:10008640-1787680800-1787688000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Google Business Profile Workshop (East Bay) (8/25/26)
DESCRIPTION:Help your business get found on Google! Learn how to create and optimize your Google Business Profile so local customers can easily find your business\, build trust\, and connect with you online. \n\n\n\nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\n\n\nWhat a Google Business Profile is and why you need one\nHow to set up and fully optimize your Google Business profile\nThe basics of SEO to be found on Google\nMust-have features that make customers choose you first\nHow to track performance and drive real results from Google Search & Maps\n\n************************************************************************************ \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-google-business-profile-workshop-east-bay-8-25-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260729T011059Z
CREATED:20260623T202657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T011059Z
UID:10008542-1787765400-1787769000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️How to Access Capital (WBC 08/26/26)
DESCRIPTION:Access to capital is one of the most important factors in starting and growing a successful business. This workshop will help entrepreneurs understand the different funding options available and how to prepare for financing opportunities. \nParticipants will learn about traditional and alternative sources of capital\, including business loans\, microloans\, grants\, lines of credit\, and community lending programs. The session will also cover what lenders look for\, how to strengthen your financial profile\, and the key documents needed when applying for funding. \nWhether you are launching a new business or looking to expand an existing one\, this workshop will provide practical guidance and resources to help you identify the right funding opportunities and increase your chances of securing capital for your business. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright \n\nGwendolyn Wright is the Managing Consultant of The Wright Consultants. Her mission is to start and grow businesses\, increase entrepreneurs’ access to capital and improve their financial acumen. She has extensive experience\, from ecommerce\, retail and wholesale to manufacturing and distribution\, consulting and coaching small and medium size businesses for over twenty years. She has earned a reputation for having a contemporary management style\, combining finance\, marketing\, and project management skills with entrepreneurial vision and discernment. She works well with companies in various stages of development from start-up to planned growth. She is excellent with creating sales and business development strategies. Sweet spots of focus include the food industry (restaurants and cafes\, specialty retailers and small craft foods and beverages) and fashion industry (designers and tech\, apparel\, and accessories- especially jewelry). Clients are located nationwide from San Francisco to New York City. International projects include Italy\, Cambodia and Australia. Continuous market research and trend analysis has taken her around the globe to London\, Hong Kong\, Beijing\, Panama\, Johannesburg\, Accra\, Paris and Tokyo. She was awarded the Small Business Finance Advocate of the Year Award by the Small Business Administration and participated in a congressional trade mission to South Africa and Ghana with Congresswoman Barbara Lee. Education includes Bachelor of Arts\, Antioch College\, Yellow Springs\, Ohio\, Graduate study\, Business Administration\, Golden Gate University\, San Francisco\, Commercial Lending Graduate School\, Corporate Banking Division\, University of Oklahoma\, Norman\, Oklahoma. She is one of the best small business consultants and coaches in the industry! \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n\nSCALE—Success\, Capital Access\, and Leadership for Entrepreneurs—is an initiative powered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to support the success of our state’s small businesses. Our partners across the state offer personalized business advising\, funding support\, and training for every aspect and stage of your business\, all at no-or-low cost. With SCALE\, you don’t have to go it alone when starting or growing your business. \n  \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fhow-to-access-capitalwbc-08-26-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233840Z
CREATED:20260805T233840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233840Z
UID:10008659-1787850000-1787857200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Customer Experience & Loyalty Building (East Bay) (8/27/26)
DESCRIPTION:Register now to learn how to map your customer journey\, remove friction\, and create memorable experiences that drive loyalty and repeat business-no matter your industry. \n\n\n\nLEARN HOW TO: \n\n\n\n✅ Build customer journeys that create trust and loyalty \n\n\n✅ Create experiences that drive repeat purchases \n\n\n✅ Deliver consistent\, high-quality service \n\n\n✅ Elevate interactions that leave a lasting impression \n\n✅ Turn happy customers into loyal brand advocates \n**************************************************************************** \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-customer-experience-loyalty-building-east-bay-8-27-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Skill Building Workshops
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