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SUMMARY:From Followers to Customers: Turning Social Engagement into Sales (WBC 02/23/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Likes don’t pay the bills. In this workshop\, we’ll break down how to turn your social media visibility into actual income without feeling gross or “salesy.”\n\nKey Topics: \n\nThe Simple Funnel You Actually Need: How to guide someone from “I like your post” to “Take my money\,” using Instagram or Facebook.\nLinks that Work: Why Linktree (or a single landing page) is your new BFF + how to make calls-to-action that actually get clicks.\nDMs without the Ick: How to follow up like a human\, not a bot — real talk on etiquette\, boundaries\, and what works.\nProof It Works: Real-world examples + plug-and-play templates so you’re not reinventing the wheel.\n\nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \n \n  \nFacilitator: Christina Hunt \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  \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’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: email: wbc@rencenter.org\, Phone: (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/from-followers-to-customers-turning-social-engagement-into-sales-wbc-02-23-2026/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Special Events,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:20251118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250930T195143Z
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SUMMARY:Millbrae Small Business Mixer (NSMC + SBDC)
DESCRIPTION:About this Class\nIn-Person at the Millbrae Recreation Center \nConnect with other entrepreneurs and learn about the FREE small business resources from the Renaissance Center! \n\nInterested in attending this event? \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? \nSign up at this eventbrite link! \n  \n\nPresented by the Millbrae Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) \n— \nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration (SBA). Funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA\, California Office of the Small Business Advocate or Cal Poly Humboldt sponsored programs. The Norcal Small Business Development Center (SBDC) welcomes all entrepreneurs and business owners. Our events and services are open to anyone interested in small business development. \n— \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact: (650) 395-9130 or info@sanmateosbdc.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/funding-your-future-exploring-capital-options-for-your-business-san-mateo-sbdc-nsmc-2/
LOCATION:Millbrae Recreation Center\, 477 Lincoln Cir\, Millbrae\, 94030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kamilah Arteaga":MAILTO:North-SMC@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
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SUMMARY:Go Digital – Build Your Online Business Presence (WBC 10/20/25)
DESCRIPTION:If your business isn’t online\, you’re invisible. This workshop shows you how to set up a solid\, professional digital presence without breaking the bank or your brain.\n\nKey Topics: \n\nYour Digital Storefront: What every business website must have (and what you can skip).\nFree Tools That Work Hard: Google Business Profile\, Canva\, Meta tools — and how to actually use them.\nSelling Online Made Simple: Beginner-friendly intro to e-commerce + payment options that don’t require a tech degree.\nKeep It Safe: Easy\, practical tips for digital safety so you don’t get hacked or scammed.\n\nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \n \n  \nFacilitator: Christina Hunt \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  \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’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/go-digital-build-your-online-business-presence-wbc-10-20-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Marketing Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
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SUMMARY:From Followers to Customers: Turning Social Engagement into Sales (WBC 09/22/25)
DESCRIPTION:Likes don’t pay the bills. In this workshop\, we’ll break down how to turn your social media visibility into actual income without feeling gross or “salesy.”\n\nKey Topics: \n\nThe Simple Funnel You Actually Need: How to guide someone from “I like your post” to “Take my money\,” using Instagram or Facebook.\nLinks that Work: Why Linktree (or a single landing page) is your new BFF + how to make calls-to-action that actually get clicks.\nDMs without the Ick: How to follow up like a human\, not a bot — real talk on etiquette\, boundaries\, and what works.\nProof It Works: Real-world examples + plug-and-play templates so you’re not reinventing the wheel.\n\nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \n \n  \nFacilitator: Christina Hunt \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  \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’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/from-followers-to-customers-turning-social-engagement-into-sales-wbc-09-22-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Special Events,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:20250911T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250829T223938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113026Z
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SUMMARY:Café y Comunidad: Raíces Fuertes\, Sueños Grandes (WBC 9/11/25)
DESCRIPTION:Exploramos cómo las raíces profundas en nuestros valores y la comunidad nos dan la fuerza para soñar en grande y alcanzar nuestras metas. Nuestra cultura que es basada en valores de familia\, comunidad y perseverancia\, nos da el animo para seguir adelante incluso en tiempos difíciles. A través de la conexión y el apoyo mutuo\, podemos construir un camino sólido hacia el éxito. \nFacilitadora: Tanya Reyes \nNuestros servicios y programas están abiertos a todos los emprendedores. Todos los programas y servicios de Renaissance WBC/SOMA están disponibles para el público general sin discriminación. \n\nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo: \n¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance? \nInicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla. \n¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance? \nComienza llenando este formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente. \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC se financia en parte mediante un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EEUU. Todas las opiniones\, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor o autores y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público sobre una base no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidad\, si se solicitan\, con al menos 2 semanas de antelación. Contacto: Women Business Center\, wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/cafe-y-comunidad-raices-fuertes-suenos-grandes-wbc-9-11-25/
LOCATION:SoMa office: 275 5th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 275 5th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250820T182304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113035Z
UID:10007686-1757525400-1757529000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Business Mastermind: Build Your Marketing Support System (WBC 9/10/25)
DESCRIPTION:The Business Mastermind session will be interactive and focused on helping business owners clarify what kind of marketing help makes sense for them- whether DIY\, outsourcing or building support systems. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Jenna Fuentas \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’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/business-mastermind-build-your-marketing-support-system-wbc-9-10-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,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:20250903T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250722T181919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113148Z
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SUMMARY:How To Create An Effective Landing Page (WBC 09/03/2025)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create a landing page that captures attention and drives results. This session will walk you through the essential elements of a high-converting landing page—from layout and copywriting to visuals and call-to-action strategies. Whether you’re launching a product\, collecting leads\, or promoting an event\, you’ll gain the tools to build a page that resonates with your audience and meets your goals—no tech experience needed! \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Sharat Akasapu \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’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/how-to-create-an-effectively-landing-wbc-08-27-2025/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,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:20250826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250806T164305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113328Z
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SUMMARY:Cafe y Comunidad: Conexión Creativa  (WBC 08/26/25)
DESCRIPTION:Un espacio para conectar\, compartir experiencias y fortalecer nuestra red de apoyo entre emprendedores. \nFacilitadora: Susana Cardenas \nNuestros servicios y programas están abiertos a todos los emprendedores. Todos los programas y servicios de Renaissance WBC/SOMA están disponibles para el público general sin discriminación. \n\nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo: \n¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance? \nInicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla. \n¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance? \nComienza llenando este formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente. \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC se financia en parte mediante un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EEUU. Todas las opiniones\, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor o autores y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público sobre una base no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidad\, si se solicitan\, con al menos 2 semanas de antelación. Contacto: Women Business Center\, wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/cafe-y-comunidad-evento-de-networking-wbc-08-26-25/
LOCATION:SoMa office: 275 5th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 275 5th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250721T153834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113336Z
UID:10007626-1756143000-1756146600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Business Finance Check-In (WBC 08/25/2025)
DESCRIPTION:Every business needs a moment to pause\, reflect\, and realign and this is your space to do just that. Whether you’re just getting started or already running your business\, this session is a chance to check in on your progress\, pinpoint areas that need support\, and explore if it’s the right time to bring in cash\, capital\, or financial resources. \nGwendolyn Wright\, Renaissance Consultant\, will walk you through key business knowledge topics such as types of financial statements\, costs of goods sold\, profit margins\, average customer value and talk about what it means to be “Loan-ready.” Not everyone needs money right now\, but knowing when and how to access capital could be the difference between staying stuck or growing strong. \nThis roundtable is part strategy\, part support\, and all about helping you make informed moves for your next step\, money or not. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright. \n\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\, in e-commerce\, 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 at 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 the 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 have 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! \n  \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/business-finance-check-in-wbc-08-25-2025-2/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250811T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250811T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250721T222408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113551Z
UID:10007627-1754933400-1754937000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Steps To Create A Business Budget (8/11/25)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the importance of budgeting for your business finances is essential for effective decision-making. A well-structured budget offers a clear view of projected income and expenses\, helping to prevent overspending\, allocate resources strategically across various areas\, and manage cash flow\, ensuring sufficient funds to support daily operations. Learn the essential steps to create a business budget that supports smarter financial planning and sustainable growth. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Judith Vargas \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/steps-to-create-a-business-budget-wbc-08-11-2025/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250122T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114147Z
UID:10006837-1754589600-1754596800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Asegurando tu Futuro Financiero [5 semanas] (EN PERSONA HMB 07/10/25-08/07/25)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este Evento\nEn Persona Con Gabriela Sapp \n¡Sea consciente sobre su dinero con Futuros Seguros! \nConsidera tus Valores: ¿Qué valoras y cómo se refleja eso en cómo gastas dinero? \nGestiona tu dinero para alcanzar tus metas: Establece metas y crea un plan de gastos que te ayude a alcanzar esas metas. \nAprende sobre el crédito: Aprende a distinguir el crédito como credibilidad y el crédito como dinero\, y comprende cómo uno influye en el otro. \n\n¿Quieres asistir a esta clase? \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/futuros-seguros-5-semanas-en-persona-hmb/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Opportunity Center of the Coastside\, 637 Main St\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/secure-futures-esp.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Celeste Hernandez":MAILTO:chernandez@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250122T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114147Z
UID:10006836-1753984800-1753992000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Asegurando tu Futuro Financiero [5 semanas] (EN PERSONA HMB 07/10/25-08/07/25)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este Evento\nEn Persona Con Gabriela Sapp \n¡Sea consciente sobre su dinero con Futuros Seguros! \nConsidera tus Valores: ¿Qué valoras y cómo se refleja eso en cómo gastas dinero? \nGestiona tu dinero para alcanzar tus metas: Establece metas y crea un plan de gastos que te ayude a alcanzar esas metas. \nAprende sobre el crédito: Aprende a distinguir el crédito como credibilidad y el crédito como dinero\, y comprende cómo uno influye en el otro. \n\n¿Quieres asistir a esta clase? \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/futuros-seguros-5-semanas-en-persona-hmb/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Opportunity Center of the Coastside\, 637 Main St\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/secure-futures-esp.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Celeste Hernandez":MAILTO:chernandez@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250122T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114147Z
UID:10006835-1753380000-1753387200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Asegurando tu Futuro Financiero [5 semanas] (EN PERSONA HMB 07/10/25-08/07/25)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este Evento\nEn Persona Con Gabriela Sapp \n¡Sea consciente sobre su dinero con Futuros Seguros! \nConsidera tus Valores: ¿Qué valoras y cómo se refleja eso en cómo gastas dinero? \nGestiona tu dinero para alcanzar tus metas: Establece metas y crea un plan de gastos que te ayude a alcanzar esas metas. \nAprende sobre el crédito: Aprende a distinguir el crédito como credibilidad y el crédito como dinero\, y comprende cómo uno influye en el otro. \n\n¿Quieres asistir a esta clase? \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/futuros-seguros-5-semanas-en-persona-hmb/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Opportunity Center of the Coastside\, 637 Main St\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/secure-futures-esp.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Celeste Hernandez":MAILTO:chernandez@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250611T175735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113909Z
UID:10007309-1753185600-1753189200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:BUSINESS FINANCE CHECK-IN (WBC 07/22/2025)
DESCRIPTION:Every business needs a moment to pause\, reflect\, and realign and this is your space to do just that. Whether you’re just getting started or already running your business\, this session is a chance to check in on your progress\, pinpoint areas that need support\, and explore if it’s the right time to bring in cash\, capital\, or financial resources. \nGwendolyn Wright\, Renaissance Consultant\, will walk you through key business knowledge topics such as types of financial statements\, costs of goods sold\, profit margins\, average customer value and talk about what it means to be “Loan-ready.” Not everyone needs money right now\, but knowing when and how to access capital could be the difference between staying stuck or growing strong. \nThis roundtable is part strategy\, part support\, and all about helping you make informed moves for your next step\, money or not. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright. \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\, in e-commerce\, 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 at 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 the 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 have 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! \n  \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/business-finance-check-in-wbc-07-22-2025/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250619T004325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T113924Z
UID:10007484-1753099200-1753102800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:UNDERSTANDING BOOKEEPING WITH Xero (WBC 07/21/2025)
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. \nJanel Prasad from 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. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Janel Prasad \n  \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/understanding-bookeeping-with-xero-wbc-07-21-2025/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250122T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114147Z
UID:10006834-1752775200-1752782400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Asegurando tu Futuro Financiero [5 semanas] (EN PERSONA HMB 07/10/25-08/07/25)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este Evento\nEn Persona Con Gabriela Sapp \n¡Sea consciente sobre su dinero con Futuros Seguros! \nConsidera tus Valores: ¿Qué valoras y cómo se refleja eso en cómo gastas dinero? \nGestiona tu dinero para alcanzar tus metas: Establece metas y crea un plan de gastos que te ayude a alcanzar esas metas. \nAprende sobre el crédito: Aprende a distinguir el crédito como credibilidad y el crédito como dinero\, y comprende cómo uno influye en el otro. \n\n¿Quieres asistir a esta clase? \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/futuros-seguros-5-semanas-en-persona-hmb/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Opportunity Center of the Coastside\, 637 Main St\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Celeste Hernandez":MAILTO:chernandez@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250122T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T114147Z
UID:10006833-1752170400-1752177600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Asegurando tu Futuro Financiero [5 semanas] (EN PERSONA HMB 07/10/25-08/07/25)
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este Evento\nEn Persona Con Gabriela Sapp \n¡Sea consciente sobre su dinero con Futuros Seguros! \nConsidera tus Valores: ¿Qué valoras y cómo se refleja eso en cómo gastas dinero? \nGestiona tu dinero para alcanzar tus metas: Establece metas y crea un plan de gastos que te ayude a alcanzar esas metas. \nAprende sobre el crédito: Aprende a distinguir el crédito como credibilidad y el crédito como dinero\, y comprende cómo uno influye en el otro. \n\n¿Quieres asistir a esta clase? \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/futuros-seguros-5-semanas-en-persona-hmb/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Opportunity Center of the Coastside\, 637 Main St\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Celeste Hernandez":MAILTO:chernandez@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250630T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250602T195133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T121707Z
UID:10007305-1751304600-1751310000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:BUILD IN CALIFORNIA: GETTING READY FOR PRODUCTION (WBC 06/30/25)
DESCRIPTION:Designed for both new small business owners and existing businesses ready to pivot from outsourcing to local production\, this session will walk you through how to navigate California’s manufacturing landscape\, tap into regional supply chains\, plan production efficiently\, and build long-term relationships with manufacturers. \nMake your next move a strategic one and keep it LOCAL. \nTopics covered:\n– What to prepare before approaching a manufacturer\n– Production Planning Basics: Prototyping\, timelines and minimum orders.\n– Working with Manufacturers: Building Strong Supplier Relationships\, Communicating effectively with manufacturers & Contracts\, expectations\, and setting up for long-term success \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Dr.Dene Starks \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/build-in-california-getting-ready-for-production-wbc-06-30-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/🖥️Build-In-California-Getting-Ready-for-Production-WBC-063025.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250519T141503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T122147Z
UID:10007202-1750852800-1750856400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Start Capital Roundtable: For Established Businesses (WBC 06/25/25)
DESCRIPTION:Are you at the stage where you’re ready to access capital and launch your business? Join us for our monthly session—Start Capital: Growth-Ready Business Roundtable. \nThis session is tailored for entrepreneurs who are prepared to launch or grow their business and ready to secure funding. If you’re still in the ideation stage or working to solidify your business plans\, we encourage you to join when you’re ready for this critical step. \nSecuring capital can be challenging\, especially with predatory loans and limited awareness of funding options. The right knowledge and guidance are critical. During this interactive session\, you’ll have the opportunity to ask capital-related questions directly to Gwen Wright\, an industry expert. Gwen will share her experiences\, explore various funding options\, and provide actionable advice specific to your business stage\, helping you secure capital and fuel your growth. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright. \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\, in e-commerce\, 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 at 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 the 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 have 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! \n  \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/start-capital-roundtable-for-established-businesses-wbc-06-25-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/🖥️Start-Capital-Roundtable-For-Established-Businesses-WBC-062525.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T074101
CREATED:20250602T194914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T122748Z
UID:10007304-1750699800-1750705200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:MADE IN CALIFORNIA: UNDERSTANDING LOCAL MANUFACTURING (WBC 06/23/25)
DESCRIPTION:Designed for both new small business owners and existing businesses ready to pivot from outsourcing to local production\, this session will walk you through the opportunities\, challenges\, and practical steps of bringing your product to life with local partners. You will learn how to navigate California’s manufacturing landscape\, tap into regional supply chains\, plan production efficiently\, and build long-term relationships with manufacturers. \nMake your next move a strategic one and keep it LOCAL. \nTopics covered:\n– Opportunities + challenges\n– Types of manufacturing available\n– Sourcing materials and vendors in California/How to find and vet local manufacturers\n– Intro to Local Supply Chains \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Dr.Dene Starks \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/made-in-california-understanding-local-manufacturing-wbc-06-23-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,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:20250527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T130000
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SUMMARY:Start Capital Roundtable: For Established Businesses (WBC 05/27/25)
DESCRIPTION:Are you at the stage where you’re ready to access capital and launch your business? Join us for our monthly session—Start Capital: Growth-Ready Business Roundtable. \nThis session is tailored for entrepreneurs who are prepared to launch or grow their business and ready to secure funding. If you’re still in the ideation stage or working to solidify your business plans\, we encourage you to join when you’re ready for this critical step. \nSecuring capital can be challenging\, especially with predatory loans and limited awareness of funding options. The right knowledge and guidance are critical. During this interactive session\, you’ll have the opportunity to ask capital-related questions directly to Gwen Wright\, an industry expert. Gwen will share her experiences\, explore various funding options\, and provide actionable advice specific to your business stage\, helping you secure capital and fuel your growth. \nOur 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: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Gwendolyn Wright. \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\, in e-commerce\, 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 at 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 the 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 have 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! \n  \n\nIt is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses. \nRenaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative\, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application. \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/start-capital-roundtable-for-established-businesses-wbc-05-27-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Special Events,Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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