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SUMMARY:🖥️Business Prep (WBC 08/17 - 10/19)
DESCRIPTION:This isn’t just a class—it’s a journey in small business training designed to help you build confidence and move your business forward. Through weekly lessons\, hands-on assignments\, and expert guidance\, you’ll gain the skills and clarity to take actionable next steps. Whether you’re just starting out\, need guidance\, or want to create a solid business plan\, Business Prep equips you with the tools and support to turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality. \n\n\nWho is this course for?\n\n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs ready to turn ideas into action\nBusiness owners seeking a clear and structured plan\nStart Smart graduates ready for the next step\n\n\n\nIn this 10-week series you will: \nWeek 1. Create your mission and business plan outline\nWeek 2. Explore operations and management essentials\nWeeks 3-4. Master marketing basics and customer engagement\nWeek 5. Strengthen operations for efficiency and growth\nWeek 6. Build leadership skills for hiring and management.\nWeek 7. Manage finances and understand financial statements\nWeek 8. Learn to plan ahead with financial forecasting\nWeek 9. Address risks\, insurance\, and growth strategies\nWeek 10. Finalize your plan and prepare for the next steps \n\n\nWhat you’ll learn\n\n\n\n\n\nWriting a clear and compelling mission statement\nAssessing your skills\, passions\, and resources\nCreating a strategy that aligns with your goals\nHow to test the feasibility of your idea\n\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%8fbusiness-prep-wbc-08-17-10-19/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Business Prep Class
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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
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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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SUMMARY:🖥️ Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza (East Bay) (9/1/26-9/29/26)
DESCRIPTION:COMENZAR UN NEGOCIO CON CONFIANZA \n\nMartes | Sep1 – Sep 29 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm por Zoom \n\n\nCon Gisela Robles \n\n\n\n¡Lanza tu negocio con confianza y una estrategia sólida! ¿Qué obtendrás en este programa de 4 semanas? \n\n\n\n\n  Definirás tu misión y Propuesta Única de Valor \n\n\n\n  Aprenderás a usar el Business Model Canvas para estructurar tu negocio \n\n\n\n  Visualizarás y perfeccionarás tu modelo empresarial \n\n\n\n  Ganarás la confianza para liderar y alcanzar el éxito \n\n\n\n¡Es tu momento de dar el primer paso hacia tu futuro empresarial! \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. \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-comenzar-un-negocio-con-confianza-east-bay-8-31-26-9-21-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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SUMMARY:📍 Comienza con Confianza (NSMC 9/3/26 - 9/24/26)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este clase\nEsta clase se llevará a cabo durante 3 horas una vez a la semana durante cuatro semanas en persona en el Centro de Avance Económico\, en 366 Grand Ave.\, South San Francisco CA\, 94080. \nSi estás listo para comenzar un pequeño negocio\, eres completamente nuevo en el mundo empresarial o estás pensando en cómo cambiar la dirección de tu negocio\, ¡esta clase es para ti! Comienza con Confianza es un curso de cuatro semanas donde aprenderás las herramientas básicas y los fundamentos empresariales necesarios para comenzar con éxito. Trabajarás con un Modelo de Negocio Canvas (una herramienta visual práctica) para plasmar tus ideas en papel\, probar\, refinar y confirmar conceptos\, y ajustar tus conclusiones sobre las necesidades del cliente. \nResultados: \n\nDefina su visión\nCrear una declaración de misión\nEvalúe sus habilidades\, pasión y recursos.\nElabore una estrategia de negocio que se adapte a tu realidad\nPruebe la viabilidad de sus productos y servicios\n\n\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. \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%93%8d-comienza-con-confianza-nsmc-9-3-26-9-24-26/
LOCATION:Economic Advancement Center\, 366 Grand Ave.\, South San Francisco\, 94080
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Start Smart,Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T183000
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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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