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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:20260817T120000
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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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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
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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:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T183000
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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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