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SUMMARY:(NEW DATES) 🖥️ 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
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T103000
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SUMMARY:🖥️2- Week From Kitchen to Market (WBC 08/03 & 08/10)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a food product you’d like to sell but aren’t sure where to start? Join this two-week workshop series designed for aspiring food entrepreneurs who want to take their products from the kitchen to the marketplace. Participants will learn the fundamentals of launching a food business\, including product development\, food safety considerations\, packaging\, labeling requirements\, pricing strategies\, and market readiness. The series will also explore sales channels\, licensing considerations\, and practical steps to help entrepreneurs successfully introduce their products to customers. Whether you are creating baked goods\, sauces\, snacks\, or other specialty foods\, this workshop will provide valuable guidance to help turn your food business idea into a market-ready product. \nBONUS: Business consulting is available for up to 2 hours. The requirement is to be an active Renaissance client. \nFacilitator: Diego Calderon \n\nHuman-centered\, social-impact-driven instructional designer and community facilitator. With a vast background in program management supporting diverse communities\, Diego leads with empathy\, creating environments where people can feel like their most authentic and best selves. He works tirelessly to ensure that equity and human needs are at the forefront of every service he provides. \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  \n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f2-week-from-kitchen-to-market-wbc-08-03-08-10/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Food Sector Workshops,Marketplaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T203000
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SUMMARY:Zero a Foodtruck (Condado de San Mateo) (SSMC 2/10/2026-3/3/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Solo para personas que tienen un negocio en el condado de San Mateo o que quieren operar un negocio en el condado de San Mateo.\n  \nSobre esta serie:\nEn este curso planificaremos y reuniremos los elementos clave para construir un food truck exitoso: por dónde empezar\, qué tipo de food truck adquirir\, cómo crear un menú atractivo\, definir la fuente de energía\, establecer la estructura legal y regulatoria del negocio\, elaborar proyecciones financieras y crear sistemas operativos eficientes. Este curso es exclusivamente para el condado de San Mateo\, ya que hablaremos de permisos en esta área.\n\n\n¿Interesado en asistir a esta clase?\n¡Estamos encantados de tenerte! Todos 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?\n\nInicie sesión en su portal de clientes\n\n\nIr al Calendario: navegue hasta la pestaña Calendario en la esquina superior izquierda de su portal.\n\n\nSeleccionar e inscribirse: busque la clase que desee\, haga clic en Inscribirse\, responda las preguntas breves y presione Enviar.\n\n¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance? \n\nComience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y creando su portal de clientes.\n\n\nOrientación: Regístrese para una sesión de orientación y reúna con un miembro del equipo de Renaissance que trabajará con usted para evaluar sus necesidades comerciales.\n\n\nPasos posteriores a la orientación: inicie sesión en su portal de nuevos clientes una vez completada la orientación. Luego\, siga los pasos descritos en “Ya es cliente de Renaissance” para registrarse en las clases.\n\n  \n*Todos los clientes deben completar la orientación antes de asistir a clases*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/foodtrucksmc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Food Sector Workshops,Pop-Up Business Workshops,Marketplaces
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SUMMARY:2025 Elves' Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Elves’ Winter Market on December 6 from 11am–3pm at the Economic Advancement Center in South San Francisco! Shop local and discover unique gifts from a variety of retail vendors\, perfect for the holiday season. Stop by\, support small businesses\, and enjoy a festive afternoon of community cheer!\n\nInterested in being a vendor? Contact us at North-SMC@rencenter.org for more info!
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/2025-elves-winter-market/
LOCATION:Economic Advancement Center\, 366 Grand Ave.\, South San Francisco\, 94080
CATEGORIES:Marketplaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:creyes@
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T150000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Night Market @ CZI 2025
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a magical evening at the Holiday Night Marketplace! Support local small businesses while enjoying festive vibes and finding unique\, handcrafted gifts. \nSavor delicious food\, enter exciting raffles\, and soak in the holiday spirit. Bring family and friends for a night of celebration and community connection. \nShop local. Support small. Celebrate big! \nGet your ticket(s) here \nPlease note: We exclusively accept electronic payments for ticket purchases. Accepted payment methods include all major credit/debit cards and digital payment systems. This policy helps streamline the process and enhance security for all attendees. Thank you for your cooperation! \nIf you can’t attend but would still like to support\, you can donate here! \nRegister here to apply to be a vendor. 
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/holiday-night-market-cz-2025/
LOCATION:CZI Community Space\, 801 Jefferson Ave Ste 100\, Redwood City\, CA\, 94063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Marketplaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Mathis":MAILTO:jmathis@
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T160000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Market at Embarcadero Center
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nHoliday • Christmas\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us for a Magical Evening at Holiday Market! 🎄 \nGet into the festive spirit with an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! Explore a vibrant marketplace filled with local shops\, groove to live music\, sip festive drinks\, play games\, and indulge in delicious seasonal bites. \nAs the evening winds down\, gather for the dazzling grand finale—watch Embarcadero Center light up the sky with 17\,000 sparkling lights.✨ \n———————————————————————— \n📅 Save the Date: Wednesday\, November 19th\n🕓 Time: 4 PM – 6 PM\n📍 Location: Urban Patio of Three Embarcadero Center (Street Level & Adjacent Retail Space) \n———————————————————————— \n🎟️ Admission is FREE — first come\, first served. Must be 21 years or older to consume alcohol. A valid I.D. or Driver’s License is required upon entry. \nRegister here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-market-at-embarcadero-center-tickets-1708832687569?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/holiday-market-at-embarcadero-center/
LOCATION:The Embarcadero Center\, 3 Embarcadero Center\, San Francisco\, 94111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Marketplaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T190000
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SUMMARY:Create Your Business Cards Using Canva! (NSMC 11/17/25)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Create Your Business Cards Using Canva! — a fun\, hands-on class designed to help entrepreneurs design professional\, eye-catching business cards with ease. Using Canva’s free graphic design platform\, you’ll learn how to customize templates\, choose brand colors and fonts\, and create a design that truly represents your business. \nWhether you’re new to Canva or looking to sharpen your design skills\, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to make a lasting first impression with your very own business cards! \n\nInterested in attending 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/create-your-business-cards-using-canva-nsmc-11-17-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Taller de Marketing,Marketplaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:creyes@
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