Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center

🖥️ Business Loans Made Simple: Steps to Success (East Bay) (5/14/25)
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | zoom
Join us to explore when and how to seek financing, available options, leveraging credit for growth, and cash management tools to boost efficiency

Strategically Position Business For Credit Approval

Understand Bank Credit Evaluation

Leverage Credit To Scale

Explore Financing Options For Business

Master Cash Management For Efficiency

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Interested in joining this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

🖥️ Zero to Food Trucker (HMB 5/6/25-5/27/25)
2025-05-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Sobre Esta Clase
Aprende a conceptualizar, planificar y lanzar tu negocio de food truck en solo cuatro semanas!
Domina lo esencial para desarrollar una idea de negocio de food truck única y rentable.

Obtén conocimientos prácticos sobre cómo planificar y prepararte de manera efectiva para un lanzamiento exitoso.
Aprende estrategias paso a paso para cumplir con los requisitos legales y regulatorios.
¡Lanza tu negocio de food truck con confianza en tan solo cuatro semanas!

¿Interesado en asistir a esta clase?
Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal del cliente. Aquí te explicamos cómo hacerlo:
¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?
Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.
¿Nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?
Comienza llenando un formulario de interés para clientes y asistiendo a una orientación.
Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.

🖥️Forecast your financial future (05/13/25)
2025-05-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Want to boost profits or prepare for funding?
Join this free session with a finance expert to review or build your financial projections and truly understand the story behind your numbers. Ideal for business owners using bookkeeping tools and ready to grow smarter.
Who should register:
– Business owners that use accounting software or a bookkeeper to track and record their finances
– Business owners who want to better understand the economics of their business
– Business owners who are struggling to be profitable
– Business owners who are or will be seeking capital
(If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the start time, you may not be able to participate in the session.)
To Sign up for the Event:

Visit http://tiny.cc/renaissancewbc
Create a free account
Search for this webinar under “Learning” -> “Learning by Resource” -> “Events”
Register!

(Please DO NOT USE INCOGNITO MODE when creating your account or watching videos)
Note: 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.

Renaissance 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

🖥️DUNS: Build Your Business Credit (NSMC)
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
About This Workshop
Online with Gabriela Sapp
Take the first step toward funding your business—get your DUNS number and build credit with confidence!
Learn how to apply for a DUNS number and start building your business credit profile. This workshop will guide you through the steps to strengthen your financial foundation and open doors to future funding opportunities.

Interested in attending this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

🖥️Starting a Home Kitchen Business (3 weeks) (NSMC)
2025-05-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
About This Event
With Tanya Reyes
In three weeks, learn about food safety & sanitation best practices, understand the legal & regulatory requirements for operating a home-based food business, & pinpoint the types of food you will be creating for your business.

Interested in attending this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

🖥️ Intermediate Canva (East Bay) (5/12/25)
2025-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | zoom
Join our intermediate Canva session to explore new AI features and learn to create content for your brand. Learn brand consistency across your marketing materials using Canva.

Use Canva’s new AI features

Craft on-brand content and marketing material

Use Canva’s AI features to transform photos

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Interested in joining this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

🖥️Creating a Sales Pitch (NSMC)
2025-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
About This Event
With Aaron Lander, online

If you have ever had to sell anything to anyone, you know that first impressions matter. A client asks you for a proposal. A person approaches your booth at a pop-up. You make a pitch for funding. What do you say? Refine your sales pitch.
Getting better at communicating about your product or service will lead to more sales and success in your business!

Interested in attending this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
**All clients must complete their forms and attend orientation before signing up for classes.**

📍Comida y Comunidad: Usando LinkTree Para Su Negocio (NSMC)
2025-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Economic Advancement Center, 366 Grand Ave., South San Francisco, 94080
Esta clase ha sido cancelada.

🖥️Instagram Strategies (NSMC)
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
About This Class
With Monica Duarte
Grow Your Business with our Social Media Workshop Series!
Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or seeking to grow your existing business, harnessing the power of social media is a must for your success. Join us for this exclusive four-week workshop series, where Social Media and Marketing expert, Mónica O. Duarte, will guide you to unlock the full potential of your business through social media. In this session, we will uncover exclusive Instagram strategies that set your brand apart. From creating a hashtag and copywriting strategy to optimizing engagement, stories, trending sounds, and the best time to post, discover expert techniques you won’t get anywhere else to help you increase brand awareness.

Interested in attending this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
**All clients must complete their forms and attend orientation before signing up for classes.**

🖥️Inteligencia Artificial (IA) básica para negocios con bajo presupuesto (WBC 05/08/25)
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Women Business Center
La inteligencia artificial ya no es exclusiva de las grandes empresas.Ofrecido como parte de la Semana de los Pequeños Negocios de San Francisco, este taller práctico te mostrará cómo integrar herramientas de IA accesibles para optimizar tu negocio, automatizar procesos y aumentar la productividad—sin necesidad de grandes inversiones.
Descubre cómo estructurar ideas, analizar datos y ejecutar estrategias utilizando IA de manera sencilla y efectiva.
1. Organiza y Potencia tu Negocio con IA.
Uso de LLMs como ChatGPT para estructurar ideas y mejorar la productividad.
Creación de estrategias de negocio con Venture Kit.
Ejercicio en vivo: Generación de un plan de negocio con IA.
2. Analiza Datos y Toma Decisiones Inteligentes.
Introducción a Rows para análisis de datos sin conocimientos técnicos.
Cómo la IA ayuda a interpretar información clave para el negocio.
Ejercicio en vivo: Carga y análisis de datos con IA.
3. Crea Páginas Web y Contenido con IA.
Creación rápida de presentaciones y contenido con Gamma.
Generación de páginas web sin código.
Ejercicio en vivo: Creación de una landing page en minutos.
¿Quién debería asistir?
Emprendedores y dueños de negocios que buscan herramientas accesibles para mejorar su productividad.
Profesionales y freelancers que desean integrar IA en su trabajo diario sin conocimientos técnicos.
Cualquier persona interesada en optimizar procesos y automatizar tareas con IA.
Nuestros programas estan abiertos para todos los emprendedores.
Facilitador: Santiago Munoz
Es un profesional con amplia experiencia en negocios, finanzas, diseño UX y diseño web. Apasionado por la inteligencia artificial, se ha especializado en la aplicación de herramientas de IA para aumentar la productividad en diversas áreas. Su objetivo es ayudar a emprendedores y empresas a aprovechar al máximo el potencial de la IA de forma accesible y práctica.

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo:
¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?
Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.
¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?
Comienza llenando este formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente.
*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*

Renaissance 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@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Comprende tus números (05/08/25)
2025-05-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
¿Ya llevas la contabilidad de tu negocio pero no sabes cómo interpretar los reportes?
Únete a la sesión Pregúntale al Experto con Cecilia Hernandez de Wealth Healer y Luz Gonzalez de EQ Refined, donde aprenderás a leer e interpretar estados financieros clave para tomar mejores decisiones. ¡Convierte tus números en sabiduría financiera!

Para inscribirse en el evento:
Visite http://tiny.cc/renaissancewbc
Cree una cuenta gratuita
Busque este seminario web en “Aprendizaje” -> “Aprendizaje por recurso” -> “Eventos”
¡Regístrese!

Por favor, no utilices el modo incógnito al crear tu cuenta o ver vídeos.

Nota: Nuestros servicios y programas están abiertos a todos los emprendedores. Todos los programas y servicios de Renaissance WBC/SOMA se ofrecen al público sin discriminación.

Renaissance WBC se financia parcialmente mediante un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EE. UU. Todas las opiniones, conclusiones y recomendaciones expresadas son las del/de los autor(es) y no necesariamente reflejan la opinión de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se ofrecen al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidad, si se solicitan, con al menos dos semanas de antelación. Contacto: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779.

📍Scaling for Success: How to Take Your Small Business to the Next Level (WBC 05/08/25)
2025-05-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Yes SF, 220 Montgomery St, San Francisco, 94104, United States
Scaling for Success is a Small Business Week event designed to help San Francisco’s small and medium-sized business owners grow—from launch to mid-size and even enterprise-level. The conversation will explore how technology, mentorship, and community resources can drive sustainable growth. Join Comcast Business, the San Francisco Business Times, and the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for a dynamic morning of insights, connections, and practical advice from experts and entrepreneurs who’ve done it.
This event will give you actionable takeaways on:
· How to leverage technology to scale efficiently
· Where to find support and resources in the Bay Area
· What growth looks like from small business to enterprise
Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and leave with fresh ideas to grow your business. Complimentary coffee, light bites, and networking included.
Space is limited – REGISTER HERE

Disclosure: Your contact information will be provided to the Comcast team as part of this initiative.

FEATURED PANELISTS
· Comcast Business Representative
· Sharon Miller, CEO of the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
· David Harrison, Public Policy Director, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

Open to all entrepreneurs

Renaissance 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

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📍Plan de Negocios (EN PERSONA HMB 3/5/25-5/7/25)
2025-05-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Opportunity Center of the Coastside, 637 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019, United States
Únete a nuestra emocionante clase híbrida de 10 semanas sobre Plan de Negocios, diseñada específicamente para emprendedores que desean crear un plan de negocios sólido y dominar los fundamentos del marketing, operaciones comerciales, gestión, contratación y personal, financiamiento y estados financieros, riesgos empresariales, seguros, crecimiento, expansión, estrategias de salida y previsión económica.

Clases en Persona
Cada Lunes por 10 semanas
Enfoque en crear un plan sólido y dominar fundamentos empresariales
Cubre marketing, operaciones, gestión, financiamiento y riesgos

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo.
¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance?
Inicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla.
¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance?
Comience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación.
*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*

📍How Visa Can Help Grow Your Business- Networking Reception (WBC 05/07/25)
2025-05-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Yes SF, 220 Montgomery St, San Francisco, 94104, United States
Join Visa and Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center to celebrate you- the small business owners and entrepreneurs that make San Francisco shine! Eat, drink, and learn how Visa products, tools, and partners can help you grow your business at this networking reception. Prizes* and giveaways throughout the evening.
*Small business owners and entrepreneurs attending the event are eligible to participate in a networking bingo game. Participants who check off their whole bingo card can enter their bingo card by 7pm for into a drawing for a chance to win a $200 dollar Visa gift card. Must be present to win. For details see drawing rules at reception desk.
Open to all entrepreneurs

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

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🖥️Women's Entrepreneurship Program (Bayview) (4/16/25-6/4/25)
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Online
This 8-week personal empowerment program for women includes business training, peer support, mentoring, and networking, providing the basic tools you need to start a business.

What will this program entail?
Entrepreneurial mindset | Business Canvas Model | Financial Management | Get Your Business Straight | Peer Support & Group Mentoring

🖥️Expand Your Brand: Digital Marketing for Global Audiences (05/07/25)
2025-05-07 11:30 - 13:00 | zoom
Take your brand beyond borders!
This session is offered as part of San Francisco Small Business Week and is designed to help you unlock global growth. We will explore key digital marketing strategies for reaching international markets. Learn how to adapt your messaging, optimize for global audiences, and navigate cultural differences to expand your reach. Perfect first step for established businesses looking to grow their presence worldwide.

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.
Facilitator: Christina Hunt.

Christina 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”.

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

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🖥️ La IA como Aliado en Tu Negocio (SCC 05/06/2025)
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Interesado en asistir a esta clase?
¡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:
¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance?

Inicie sesión en su portal de clientes

Ir al Calendario: navegue hasta la pestaña Calendario en la esquina superior izquierda de su portal.

Seleccionar e inscribirse: busque la clase que desee, haga clic en Inscribirse, responda las preguntas breves y presione Enviar.

¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance?

Comience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y creando su portal de clientes.

Orientación: Regístrese para una sesión de orientación y reúnase con un miembro del equipo de Renaissance que trabajará con usted para evaluar sus necesidades comerciales.

Pasos posteriores a la orientación: inicie sesión en su portal de nuevos clientes después de completar la orientación. Luego, siga los pasos descritos en “Ya es cliente de Renaissance” para registrarse en las clases.

*Todos los clientes deben completar la orientación antes de asistir a clases*

🖥️ Intro to Canva (East Bay) (5/6/25)
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | zoom
Join our beginner Canva session to master using templates and create marketing material. Learn how to enhance your business’s visual presence using Canva!

Use Canva templates & maintain brand consistency

Create promotional materials for your business

Design a flyer or poster such as a Facebook cover or Instagram story.

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Interested in joining this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

📍Evaluando el Contenido de sus Redes Sociales (NSMC)
2025-05-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Jefferson Adult Education, 123 Edgemont Dr., Daly City, 94015, United States
Sobre este clase
Instructora: Monica O. Duarte
En persona en Jefferson Adult Education
123 Edgemont Dr Building B, Daly City, CA 94015
¡Haz Crecer tu Negocio con Nuestra Serie de Talleres de Redes Sociales!
a seas un nuevo emprendedor o estés buscando hacer crecer tu negocio, aprovechar el poder de las redes sociales es clave para tu éxito. Únete a esta exclusiva serie de talleres de cuatro semanas, donde la experta en Redes Sociales y Marketing, Mónica O. Duarte, te guiará para desbloquear el máximo potencial de tu negocio a través de las redes sociales. Para esta sesión, trae una publicación de tu propio contenido de Instagram para recibir comentarios constructivos en grupo. Como cierre, exploraremos consejos sencillos pero poderosos sobre análisis de Instagram para ayudarte a crear contenido aún más impactante que impulse el crecimiento de tu negocio.

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo.
¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance?
Inicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla
¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance?
Comience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación.
*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*

📍Elevate Your Brand: Marketing Strategies to Build Your Presence & Stand Out (WBC 05/06/25)
2025-05-06 15:00 - 15:50 | University of San Francisco, 2800 Turk Blvd, SF 94118, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
As part of the University of San Francisco’s New Roots, New Routes Conference, this engaging workshop is a collaboration between Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and USF, and is proudly featured during San Francisco Small Business Week, hosted by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce.
Designed for small business owners looking to stand out in today’s competitive landscape, this session will provide practical tools to help you build a trusted brand, attract and retain loyal customers, and maximize your impact through social media and community engagement.
What You’ll Learn:

Building a Trusted Brand – Establish credibility and connect authentically with your audience
Client Attraction & Retention – Bring in and keep loyal customers with strategic marketing
Social Media & Community Engagement – Grow your visibility and reach using digital tools

Join us for this dynamic workshop—plus, don’t miss the Renaissance small business marketplace where local entrepreneurs will showcase their products and services!
Facilitator:
Angel Choy

Angel is a San Francisco native who has been practicing yoga for over 3 years and is now a certified yoga instructor. In addition to her yoga practice, Angel is a multidisciplinary artist who loves to explore different forms of expression including painting, sculpting, and poetry. Growing up in San Francisco, Angel was exposed to a diverse range of cultures and art forms, which fueled her passion for creativity and self-expression. She began practicing yoga as a way to connect with her body and calm her mind, and quickly fell in love with the practice. Whether she’s teaching yoga or creating art, Angel is dedicated to helping others find inner peace and self-expression. Her unique perspective as a San Francisco native and multidisciplinary artist makes her an inspiring and engaging teacher who is deeply connected to her community through her Divine Unity Collective.

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

📍AI for Small Businesses: Simplify Your Operations (WBC 05/06/25)
2025-05-06 14:00 - 14:50 | University of San Francisco, 2800 Turk Blvd, SF 94118, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
As part of the University of San Francisco’s New Roots, New Routes Conference, this engaging workshop is a collaboration between Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and USF, and is proudly featured during San Francisco Small Business Week, hosted by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce.
Unlock the power of artificial intelligence to save time, boost efficiency, and reduce the stress of running a business. This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to streamline their day-to-day operations using practical, easy-to-use AI tools—no tech background required.
Whether you’re juggling emails, managing customer inquiries, or creating marketing content, AI can help you work smarter, not harder.
What You’ll Learn:

AI Basics for Small Business – Get a clear, beginner-friendly introduction to how AI works and how it can support your business operations.
Automating Repetitive Tasks – Discover how to use AI tools to handle time-consuming tasks like email responses, scheduling, inventory management, and customer service.
Enhancing Marketing & Customer Engagement – Learn how AI can assist with creating content, managing social media, and personalizing customer outreach.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how AI can be a powerful ally in your business—saving you time, money, and energy while helping you grow. Join us for this dynamic workshop—plus, don’t miss the Renaissance small business marketplace where local entrepreneurs will showcase their products and services!
Our class is open to all entrepreneurs

Facilitator: Anne-Cécile

Founder & Managing Director of Simplify Digital AI, Anne-Cécile channels her passion for problem-solving into empowering local small entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses online through expert guidance in the use of tools, SEO, social media, and marketplace platforms.
With 20+ years working with High Tech enterprise technology companies and a love for data, Anne-Cécile thrives on simplifying complexity and making the convoluted clear with straightforward, practical solutions tailored to your unique needs.

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

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🖥️Introduction to Social Media (NSMC)
2025-05-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
About This Class
With Monica Duarte
Grow Your Business with our Social Media Workshop Series!
Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or seeking to grow your existing business, harnessing the power of social media is a must for your success. Join us for this exclusive four-week workshop series, where Social Media and Marketing expert, Mónica O. Duarte, will guide you to unlock the full potential of your business through social media. In this session, we will dive into the foundations of social media, and gain insights into various platforms and how to integrate them into marketing strategy and funnel.

Interested in attending this event?
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🖥️Digital Marketing 101 (5/01/25)
2025-05-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
Don’t get left behind! New to SEO or unsure where to start with digital marketing? This beginner-friendly session covers the basics of what SEO is, how to choose the right platforms, and tools to help you reach your audience. You’ll also learn how to track what’s working so your efforts support your sales goals.
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Note: 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.

Renaissance 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

🖥️Marketing Bootcamp for Retail & Storefront Businesses (WBC 04/30/25)
2025-04-30 17:00 - 20:00 | zoom
This hands-on marketing bootcamp is designed to equip small retail and storefront business owners, atleast 3 years in business, with effective strategies to boost sales and enhance brand awareness. You’ll learn how to create marketing campaigns that engage and retain both in-store and online customers, increase foot traffic, and build lasting customer relationships.
Recommended Business Stage: 3+ years in business with an existing storefront or plans to expand into a retail space.
Key Learning Outcomes:

Learn cost-effective digital and in-person marketing tactics to grow your customer base.
Build a unique brand identity and customer experience.
Master pricing strategies to increase customer acquisition and retention.

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.
Facilitator: Christina Hunt.

Christina 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”.

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

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📍Coffee & Community: Build LOCAL, Stay Strong (WBC 04/30/25)
2025-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Renaissance Soma, 275 5th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Curious about how to build a sustainable, values-driven business right from your neighborhood? Join us for Coffee & Community, a 60-minute conversation focused on sourcing local from the start. Whether you’re just launching or looking to strengthen your supply chain, this session will offer actionable insights and real talk from an entrepreneur who chose to keep it local—and never looked back.
💡 What to Expect:

Why I Chose Local: Shafia gets personal about the inspiration, challenges, and growth that came with local sourcing.

Getting Started: How she found her first vendors, what to watch out for, and where to look (including tools like Faire and Abound).

Discuss ideas, sourcing challenges, and questions in a relaxed, community-driven setting.

Learn simple, cost-effective ways to manage suppliers and track your network.

You’ll walk away with practical tools and the confidence to start building a stronger, more resilient business rooted in your community. There will be coffee.
Our class is open to all entrepreneurs

Facilitator: Shafia Nisa

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client?
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New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

Renaissance 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

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📍Estrategias de Contenido para Redes Sociales (NSMC)
2025-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Jefferson Adult Education, 123 Edgemont Dr., Daly City, 94015, United States
Sobre este clase
Instructora: Monica O. Duarte
En persona en Jefferson Adult Education
123 Edgemont Dr Building B, Daly City, CA 94015
¡Haz Crecer tu Negocio con Nuestra Serie de Talleres de Redes Sociales!
Ya seas un nuevo emprendedor o estés buscando hacer crecer tu negocio, aprovechar el poder de las redes sociales es clave para tu éxito. Únete a esta exclusiva serie de talleres de cuatro semanas, donde la experta en Redes Sociales y Marketing, Mónica O. Duarte, te guiará para desbloquear el máximo potencial de tu negocio a través de las redes sociales. En esta sesión, aprenderás a crear contenido atractivo que conecte con tu audiencia y a utilizar los algoritmos de Instagram para amplificar la visibilidad de tu marca.

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🖥️Intermediate Marketing Bootcamp (Online NSMC)
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | zoom
About This Event
With Nicole Moreno-Deizner
Focusing on improving your skills with social media as a tool for business, this boot camp with is meant for business owners who want to take their marketing to the next level. This is not a class for social media beginners. You should already have a presence on social media and a good idea of who your target audience is.

Interested in attending this event?
All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client?
Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen
New to the Renaissance Community?
Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.
*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
