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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
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SUMMARY:🖥️Increase your Credit (WBC 08/17/26)
DESCRIPTION:Your credit score plays an important role in your financial health and your ability to access funding for personal and business needs. This workshop is designed to help participants understand how credit works and how to take practical steps to improve their credit profile. \nParticipants will learn how to read and understand a credit report\, identify factors that impact credit scores\, and develop strategies to build or rebuild credit over time. The session will also cover common credit mistakes to avoid\, debt management tips\, and responsible financial habits that support long-term financial stability. \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
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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
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CREATED:20260805T233517Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/BUSINESS-SALES-REVENUE-GROWTH-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T040820Z
CREATED:20260715T040820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T040820Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Pop-Up Accelerator 1/6 (SMC 8/24/26 - 9/28/26)
DESCRIPTION:The Pop-Up Accelerator is a 6-week online series designed to help entrepreneurs successfully launch and grow a pop-up business. Participants will learn how to market their business\, choose the right type of pop-up and location\, navigate permits\, licenses\, and insurance requirements\, prepare products for sale\, develop an effective customer spiel and sales pitch\, and evaluate their pop-up’s success. By the end of the series\, participants will have the knowledge\, tools\, and confidence to plan and execute a successful pop-up while developing a clear strategy for growing their business through in-person sales opportunities. \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-pop-up-accelerator-1-6-smc-8-24-26-9-28-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Pop-Up Business Workshops,Marketplaces
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Aug-2026-Pop-Up-Accelerator.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260803T213757Z
CREATED:20260803T212406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T213757Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️B2B Revenue Streams for Cafe & Restaurants (WBC 08/25/26)
DESCRIPTION:This training teaches you to stop relying just on foot traffic and start selling large group orders directly to nearby companies for Catering\, pop-ups & corporate Accounts. You will learn how to bundle your existing food\, coffee or services into easy packages that offices can buy and how to set up so people can click to book an appointment or order food instantly. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\n\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%8fb2b-revenue-streams-for-cafe-restaurants-wbc-08-25-26/
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:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260720T155540Z
CREATED:20260720T155540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T155540Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Google-Business-Profile-Workshop-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260729T011059Z
CREATED:20260623T202657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T011059Z
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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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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Customer-Experience.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T133000
DTSTAMP:20260801T035541Z
CREATED:20260731T205217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T035541Z
UID:10008642-1788348600-1788355800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Xero Bootcamp (WBC 09/02/26)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introductory session on bookkeeping using Xero\, a leading cloud-based accounting platform. This session will help small business owners and entrepreneurs understand the fundamentals of bookkeeping and how to streamline their financial tracking using Xero. \nFacilitator: Janel Prasad \nFrom the Xero team will walk you through key features\, best practices\, and tips to help you stay organized and confident with your business finances. Whether you’re new to bookkeeping or looking to simplify your current process\, this session will provide practical insights and a live demo of the platform. \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%8fxero-bootcamp-wbc-09-02-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/🖥️Xero-Bootcamp-WBC-090226.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T183000
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CREATED:20260731T205902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T054814Z
UID:10008643-1788370200-1788373800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️2-Week Project and Time Management (WBC 09/02 & 09/09)
DESCRIPTION:Learn practical strategies to plan projects\, prioritize tasks\, manage deadlines\, and boost productivity. This two-week workshop will help you stay organized\, improve time management\, and use simple tools to keep your business projects on track. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is via Zoom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExisting Clients: Use Client Portal \nNew clients: Register as a New Client \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client. \nFacilitator: Ari Takata Vasquez \n \nI create vibrant places through entrepreneurship\, design\, policy\, art\, and creativity. As a serial entrepreneur\, I’ve founded Viscera Studio\, a creative agency focused on place-based storytelling and design; Shop Viscera\, a design-forward retail brand featured in SF Chronicle\, Thrillist\, Racked\, and 7×7 Magazine; and Opportuned\, a platform empowering small businesses\, which was semi-finalist in Pharrell’s highly competitive Black Ambition Prize. \nAs a creative\, I partner with brands to develop one-of-a-kind collaborations\, including limited products\, content creation\, and experiential activations that bring stories to life in meaningful ways. As an artist\, I transform spaces through murals\, fine art\, and sculpture. My work has been commissioned by Salesforce\, Google\, and the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation\, integrating creativity into the built environment. \nWith a BA in architecture (USF) and Master’s in city planning (UC Berkeley)\, I bridge business\, design\, and policy to drive impact. I serve on the SPUR Board\, Community Works West Board\, and am a member of ULI and the American Planning Association. I also speak on entrepreneurship\, urbanism\, and creativity\, having presented at Lean Startup Conference\, NYCxDesign\, and Black is Tech. \n\n\n\n\n  \nThis workshop is offered by Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and funded by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to support small businesses in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco \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-project-and-time-management-wbc-09-02-09-09/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES: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:20260909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260716T015853Z
CREATED:20260716T015853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T015853Z
UID:10008635-1788978600-1788985800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍 Wellness + Growth Business Development Hours (SMC 09/09/26)
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 from the cohort. 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-business-development-hours-smc-09-09-26/
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Business Planning Class,Wellness Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260801T043603Z
CREATED:20260731T210628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T043603Z
UID:10008644-1789579800-1789585200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Pricing Your Products & Services for Profit (WBC 09/16/26)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to set prices that cover your costs\, attract customers\, and maximize profits while building a sustainable business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. 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. \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. \nNot a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you at:  (415) 894-9779 \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%8fpricing-your-products-services-for-profit-wbc-09-16/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T133000
DTSTAMP:20260801T044449Z
CREATED:20260731T211437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T044449Z
UID:10008645-1790249400-1790256600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Outsmart Disaster Recovery Roadmap (WBC 09/24/26)
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your business for the unexpected by creating a practical disaster recovery plan. Learn strategies to minimize disruptions\, protect your operations\, and recover quickly from emergencies. \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%8foutsmart-disaster-recovery-roadmap-wbc-09-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260702T182837Z
CREATED:20260702T182837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T182837Z
UID:10008560-1790272800-1790283600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Planificacion de Negocios (East Bay) (9/24/26-11/26/26)
DESCRIPTION:PLANIFICACIÓN DE NEGOCIOS \n\n\n\nCada Jueves | SEP 24 – DEC 2 | 6 – 9 pm por Zoom \n\n\n\nCon Maestra Susana Gaama \n\n\n\n¡Prepárate para lanzar tu negocio con éxito! Durante 10 semanas aprenderas: \n\n\n\n Analiza tu mercado objetivo \n\n\n\n Conoce a fondo tu mercado \n\n\n\n Establece tu punto de equilibrio \n\n\n\n Crea tu presupuesto de inicio \n\n\n\n Disfruta de 2 horas de asesoramiento individual \n\n\n\nEste taller es en coordinación con The Latina Center \n.. \n¿Te gustaría unirte a este evento? \nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo. \n¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance? \nInicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla \n¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance? \nComience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación.Zoom \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-planificacion-de-negocios-east-bay-9-24-26-11-26-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Desarrollo Profesional,Taller de Empoderamiento,Taller de Finanzas Empresariales,Plan de Negocios,Taller de Estrategias de Productividad y Ventas
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260801T054923Z
CREATED:20260731T212512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T054923Z
UID:10008646-1790616600-1790620200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Managing Debt  & Strengthening Your Business Finances (WBC 09/28/26)
DESCRIPTION:Managing Debt & Strengthening Your Business Finances: Learn practical ways to better understand and manage business debt. This session will cover organizing your financial obligations\, identifying areas for improvement\, and taking small steps to build stronger financial habits for your business. \n\n\n\n\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%8fmanaging-debt-strengthening-your-business-finances-wbc-09-28/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260804T222005Z
CREATED:20260804T220843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T222005Z
UID:10008657-1790681400-1790686800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Viral-Ready Videos in Minutes: Tools for Busy Storefronts (WBC 09/29/26)
DESCRIPTION: You don’t need to be an influencer to get results from Instagram & TikTok. This is a hands-on session for busy storefronts to make social media work for your business in minutes — filming a short video\, using a few AI shortcuts to speed up editing\, and applying hyper-local tagging hacks to reach and target nearby SF Bay Area crowds and neighborhood shoppers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitadora: Ana Boa Ventura\n\n\n\n\nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 1 hour. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client.\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\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%8fviral-ready-videos-in-minutes-tools-for-busy-storefrontswbc-09-29/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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