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SUMMARY:Conceptos Esenciales para Empezar un Negocio en San Francisco (WBC 02/26/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Descubra cómo la Oficina de Pequeñas Empresas de San Francisco ayuda a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas y emprendedores\, tanto aspirantes como existentes\, a comenzar\, crecer y prosperar en San Francisco. \nFacilitadora: Martha Yanez \nNota: 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 \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 un 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 a través de un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EE. UU. Todas las opiniones\, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor (es) y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades\, si se solicitan\, al menos con 2 semanas de anticipación. Contacto:  Women Business Center\, correo electronico wbc@rencenter.org o envie un mensaje de texto al telefono: (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/conceptos-esenciales-para-empezar-un-negocio-en-san-francisco-wbc-02-26-2026/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES: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:20260226T170000
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SUMMARY:Business Prep (WBC 02/26/26 - 04/30/26)
DESCRIPTION:This isn’t just a class—it’s a journey in small business training designed to help you build confidence and move your business forward. Through weekly lessons\, hands-on assignments\, and expert guidance\, you’ll gain the skills and clarity to take actionable next steps. Whether you’re just starting out\, need guidance\, or want to create a solid business plan\, Business Prep equips you with the tools and support to turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality. \n\n\nWho is this course for?\n\n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs ready to turn ideas into action\nBusiness owners seeking a clear and structured plan\nStart Smart graduates ready for the next step\n\n\n\nIn this 10-week series you will: \nWeek 1. Create your mission and business plan outline\nWeek 2. Explore operations and management essentials\nWeeks 3-4. Master marketing basics and customer engagement\nWeek 5. Strengthen operations for efficiency and growth\nWeek 6. Build leadership skills for hiring and management.\nWeek 7. Manage finances and understand financial statements\nWeek 8. Learn to plan ahead with financial forecasting\nWeek 9. Address risks\, insurance\, and growth strategies\nWeek 10. Finalize your plan and prepare for the next steps \n\n\nWhat you’ll learn\n\n\n\n\n\nWriting a clear and compelling mission statement\nAssessing your skills\, passions\, and resources\nCreating a strategy that aligns with your goals\nHow to test the feasibility of your idea\n\n\n\nFacilitator: Dr. Dene Starks \nNote: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.\n\nAll clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is how you can do it.\n \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women Business Center wbc@rencenter.org\, (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/business-prep-wbc-02-26-26-04-30-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Business Prep Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251124T211236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105903Z
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SUMMARY:Comienza con Confianza (East Bay) (2/26/26-3/19/26)
DESCRIPTION:COMENZAR UN NEGOCIO CON CONFIANZA \n\nJueves | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | 5 – 7 pm por Zoom \n\n\nCon Maestra Gisela Robles \n\n\n\n¡Lanza tu negocio con confianza y una estrategia sólida! ¿Qué obtendrás en este programa de 4 semanas? \n\n\n\nDefinirás tu misión y Propuesta Única de Valor \n\n\n\nAprenderás a usar el Business Model Canvas para estructurar tu negocio \n\n\n\nVisualizarás y perfeccionarás tu modelo empresarial \n\n\n\nGanarás la confianza para liderar y alcanzar el éxito \n\n\n\nEste taller es en coordinación con The Latina Center \n\n\n\n¡Es tu momento de dar el primer paso hacia tu futuro empresarial! \n.. \n¿Te gustaría unirte a este evento? \nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo. \n¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance? \nInicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla \n¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance? \nComience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación. \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/comienza-con-confianza-east-bay-2-26-26-3-19-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Desarrollo Profesional,Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T200000
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CREATED:20260121T210118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T215315Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Email Sequences that Bring in Sales (NSMC)
DESCRIPTION:About This Event\nWith Dr. Mimi Zhou\, PhD\nOnline via Zoom \n\nTake the heavy lifting of sales off your plate by setting up automated email sequences that promote your offers for you. \nIn this workshop with copywriter\, Mimi Zhou\, PhD\, we’ll cover different kinds of email sales sequences all businesses can use\, the strategy behind creating an email sequence\, and the elements that every email geared for conversions should have. \nWalk away understanding how to strategize and create your next email sequence to bring sales in for you! \n\n\nInterested in attending this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n**All clients must complete their forms and attend orientation before signing up for classes.**
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-email-sequences-that-bring-in-sales-nsmc-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260204T023223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T231042Z
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SUMMARY:📍 Business Prep (SCC-Morgan Hill 02/24/2026-05/12/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-business-prep-scc-morgan-hill-02-24-2026-05-12-2026/2026-02-24/2/
LOCATION:Morgan Hill Community Adult School\, 17960 Monterey Rd\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Prep Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aljayne Carmesis":MAILTO:acarmesis@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T190730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T213507Z
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SUMMARY:💻Building Your Business Credit with a Unique Entity Identifier (NSMC)
DESCRIPTION:This online workshop with Fusi Taaga is your essential guide to achieving financial independence and sustainable growth without relying on personal funds. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nLearn to access capital using business credit and powerful government contracts.\nUnderstand what a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is and why it’s the key to unlocking major funding opportunities.\nDiscover how to avoid draining personal resources and leverage your UEI for access to government contracts and grants for consistent income.\nStrategically use credit to secure larger loans\, better terms\, and easy access to capital\, ensuring your business plan funds growth\, not just survival.\n\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/%f0%9f%92%bbbuilding-your-business-credit-with-a-unique-entity-identifier-nsmc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:creyes@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T174519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105950Z
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SUMMARY:Define a tu cliente ideal y descubre su problema real (WBC 02/24/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Tu negocio crece cuando entiendes a quién ayudas y por qué. Definir a tu cliente ideal y descubrir su problema real te permitirá dejar de adivinar y empezar a crear impacto. Con claridad sobre tu audiencia\, podrás ofrecer soluciones que conecten\, inspiren y generen resultados reales. \nFacilitadora: Nati Mendez \nNota: 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 \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 un 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 a través de un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EE. UU. Todas las opiniones\, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor (es) y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades\, si se solicitan\, al menos con 2 semanas de anticipación. Contacto:  Women Business Center\, correo electronico wbc@rencenter.org o envie un mensaje de texto al telefono: (415) 894-9779.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/define-a-tu-cliente-ideal-y-descubre-su-problema-real-wbc-02-24-2026/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260204T023223Z
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SUMMARY:📍 Business Prep (SCC-Morgan Hill 02/24/2026-05/12/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-business-prep-scc-morgan-hill-02-24-2026-05-12-2026/2026-02-24/1/
LOCATION:Morgan Hill Community Adult School\, 17960 Monterey Rd\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Prep Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aljayne Carmesis":MAILTO:acarmesis@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260123T002837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T191048Z
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SUMMARY:📍Business Taxes 101: What Every Business Owner Should Know (SSMC 2/23/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in attending this class?\nWe’re thrilled to have you! All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it:\nAlready a Renaissance Client?\n\nLog in to your client portal\n\n\nGo to the Calendar: Navigate to the Calendar tab at your portal’s top left corner.\n\n\nSelect & Enroll: Find your desired class\, click on Enroll\, answer the brief questions\, and hit Submit.\n\nNew to the Renaissance Community?\n\nGet started by filling out a client interest form and creating your client portal.\n\n\nOrientation: Sign up for an orientation session and meet with a Renaissance team member who will work with you to assess your business needs.\n\n\nPost-Orientation Steps: Log into your new client portal after completing the orientation. Then\, follow the steps outlined under “Already a Renaissance Client” to register for classes.\n\n  \n*All clients must complete orientation before attending classes*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8dbusiness-taxes-101-what-every-business-owner-should-know-ssmc-2-23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T182247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212033Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Pop-Up Accelerator (5 weeks) (NSMC)
DESCRIPTION:About This Event\nWith Aaron Lander\, Online \n\n\nThis course with Aaron Lander will teach you the ins and outs of everything you need to know regarding marketplaces and temporary events\, i.e. Pop-Ups! \n\nIn 5 weeks\, you will learn: \n\n2/23 – Intro to Pop-Ups and Grassroots Marketing\n3/2 – Types of Pop-Ups and Finding a Location\n3/9 – Preparing to Pop-Up: Products\, Permits & Licenses\, & Insurance\n3/16 – Marketing Your Pop-Up\n3/23 – Your Customer Spiel and Resources for Success\n\nAttending this course will grant you priority to participate as a vendor for the upcoming North San Mateo County Renaissance marketplaces. \n\n\nInterested in attending this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n**All clients must complete their forms and attend orientation before signing up for classes.**
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-pop-up-accelerator-5-weeks-nsmc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T175818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110024Z
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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:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251223T174949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T174949Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Branding and Storytelling for Entrepreneurs (East Bay) (2/23/26)
DESCRIPTION:Your brand is more than a logo—it’s how people feel about your business. Storytelling helps you: Stand out in crowded markets\, Build trust faster and attract aligned clients and opportunities. Register now to build a brand people remember and a story that sells without selling! \nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\n✅ How to define a clear\, authentic brand identity \n\n\n✅ The power of storytelling in business growth and visibility \n\n\n✅ How to communicate your mission\, values\, and message with confidence \n\n✅ Turning your personal or business story into a marketing asset \n**************************************************************************** \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-branding-and-storytelling-for-entrepreneurs-east-bay-2-23-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251124T205959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T205959Z
UID:10007808-1771866000-1771873200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Herramientas Digitales Emergentes 2026: Plataformas que Transformarán tu Negocio (East Bay) (2/23/26)
DESCRIPTION:HERRAMIENTAS DIGITALES EMERGENTES 2026: PLATAFORMAS QUE TRANSFORMARAN TU NEGOCIO \n\n\n\nLunes | Febrero 23 | 5 – 7 pm por Zoom \n\n\n\nInstruido por MARKETEA \n\n\n\nEl mundo digital evoluciona rápidamente. Descubre las herramientas y plataformas que marcarán tendencia en 2026 y aprende cómo aplicarlas para innovar y fortalecer tu negocio. \n\n\n\nAprende sobre: \n\n\n\nIdentificar las plataformas digitales emergentes que impactarán el mercado. \n\n\n\nImplementar herramientas innovadoras para mejorar tus operaciones y marketing. \n\n\n\nAprovechar la tecnología para potenciar el crecimiento y competitividad de tu negocio. \n\n\n\nColaboración con: The Latina Center \n.. \n¿Te gustaría unirte a este evento? \nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo. \n¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance? \nInicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla \n¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance? \nComience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación. \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-herramientas-digitales-emergentes-2026-plataformas-que-transformaran-tu-negocio-east-bay-2-23-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Talleres de Tecnología,Taller de Herramientas Digitales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260220T010153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T010153Z
UID:10007960-1771610400-1771617600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍Setting Up Your Social Media (SMACE 4/20/2026)
DESCRIPTION:What you will learn in this class:\n\nBenefits of strategic social media marketing\nSuccessful examples\nEffective keyword usage\nBest practices for Facebook\, Instagram\, and LinkedIn\nNavigating the social media marketing funnel\n\nInterested in attending this class?\nWe’re thrilled to have you! All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it:\nAlready a Renaissance Client?\n\nLog in to your client portal\n\n\nGo to the Calendar: Navigate to the Calendar tab at your portal’s top left corner.\n\n\nSelect & Enroll: Find your desired class\, click on Enroll\, answer the brief questions\, and hit Submit.\n\nNew to the Renaissance Community?\n\nGet started by filling out a client interest form and creating your client portal.\n\n\nOrientation: Sign up for an orientation session and meet with a Renaissance team member who will work with you to assess your business needs.\n\n\nPost-Orientation Steps: Log into your new client portal after completing the orientation. Then\, follow the steps outlined under “Already a Renaissance Client” to register for classes.\n\n  \n*All clients must complete orientation before attending classes*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8dsetting-up-your-social-media-smace-4-20-2026/
LOCATION:San Mateo Adult and Career Education\, 789 E Poplar Ave.\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Taller de Marketing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SMACE-FLYER-Updated-1-2.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T180721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T180721Z
UID:10007916-1771502400-1771506000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Business Essentials For Setting Up A Business In San Francisco (WBC 02/19/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how the San Francisco Office of Small Business helps aspiring and existing small business owners and entrepreneurs start\, grow\, and thrive in San Francisco \nPlease 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. \nNot a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Martha Yanez \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/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fbusiness-essentials-for-setting-up-a-business-in-san-francisco-wbc-02-19-2026/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260105T175003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T175003Z
UID:10007838-1771434000-1771441200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Sales and Revenue Growth (East Bay) (2/18/26)
DESCRIPTION:Sales and revenue are the lifeblood of any business—but many entrepreneurs lack a clear strategy. Register now to learn how to master the art of turning conversations into revenue. \n\n\nDiscover How To: \n\n\n\nTurn conversations into conversions through relationship-driven selling techniques\n\n\n\n\nBuilding repeatable sales systems that scale your business\n\n\n\n\nBuild trust that converts to income and closing deals consistently\n\n*************************************************************************************************************** \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-sales-and-revenue-growth-east-bay-2-18-26-2/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T010523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T205036Z
UID:10007903-1771351200-1771358400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Website Platforms 101: How to Choose the Right One for Your Business (NSMC)
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nOnline via Zoom with Ana Boa-Ventura! \nChoosing a website host isn’t always easy. You might care about ease of designing and changing\, integrations with platforms like Shopify\, or low cost. Whatever the case is for your business\, you should know your options so you don’t get locked into a bad option for a year. Web designer Ana Boa-Ventura will share more information about the different hosting options and what you should consider when choosing. \n\nInterested in attending this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fexploring-website-platforms-nsmc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T210330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T213958Z
UID:10007920-1771349400-1771353000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Promote Your Business on Google & Yelp (WBC 02/17/26)
DESCRIPTION:Boost your visibility where customers are already searching. Learn how to promote your business on Google & Yelp and turn searches into real customers. \nFacilitator: Tanya Reyes  \nPlease 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. \nNot a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you: (415) 894-9779 \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/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fpromote-your-business-on-google-yelp-wbc-02-17-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260115T203135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T203135Z
UID:10007841-1771347600-1771354800@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Marketing Mastery: Plan to Profit (East Bay) (2/17/26-2/24/26)
DESCRIPTION:This 2-day workshop helps business owners create a clear\, actionable 90-day marketing plan by identifying the right strategies\, campaigns\, and customer targets. Register now- to master your marketing plan and strategies. \n\n\n\nDISCOVER HOW TO: \n\n\n\n-Identify your ideal customer and marketing goals \n\n\n\n\n-Choose the right marketing strategies for your business \n\n\n\n\n-Plan campaigns that align with revenue goals \n\n\n\n\n-Turn marketing efforts into measurable results \n\n\n\n\n-Build a 90-day marketing roadmap \n********************************************************************* \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-marketing-mastery-plan-to-profit-east-bay-2-17-26-2-24-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260204T013750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T022856Z
UID:10007929-1771315200-1771347600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍 WhatsApp Business: Automatización y Ventas (SCC 02/10/2026-02/17/2026)
DESCRIPTION:¿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 reúnase 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 después de completar 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/%f0%9f%93%8d-whatsapp-business-automatizacion-y-ventas-scc-02-10-2026-02-17-2026/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Renaissance San Jose Office\, 2635 N First St.\, Suite 118\, San Jose\, CA\, 95134
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elvira Rojas":MAILTO:erojas@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251124T205303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T205303Z
UID:10007807-1771261200-1771268400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Conquista LinkedIn con Estrategias de Networking (East Bay) (2/16/26)
DESCRIPTION:CONQUISTA LINKEDIN CON ESTRATEGIAS DE NETWORKING \n\n\n\nFebrero 16 | 5 – 7 PM | por Zoom \n\n\n\nCon Maestra Gisela Robles \n\n\n\nDescubre cómo optimizar tu perfil\, crear una red sólida y aplicar estrategias efectivas de networking para fortalecer tu negocio. \n\n\nAprenderás a: \n\n\n🔹 Crear un perfil profesional \n\n\n🔹 Usar palabras clave para destacar \n\n\n🔹 Conectar con contactos estratégicos \n\n\n\n🔹 Compartir contenido que impulse tu marca \n\n\n🔹 Generar nuevas oportunidades en LinkedIn \n\n\nOrganizado en colaboración con el Programa de Microempresas de The Latina Center. \n.. \n¿Te gustaría unirte a este evento? \nTodos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo. \n¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance? \nInicie sesión en su portal de clientes y acceda al calendario en la parte superior de su pantalla \n¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance? \nComience completando un formulario de interés del cliente y asistiendo a una orientación. \n*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a la orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-conquista-linkedin-con-estrategias-de-networking-east-bay-2-16-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Desarrollo Profesional,Talleres de Tecnología,Taller de Redes Sociales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251205T215743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110634Z
UID:10007828-1770919200-1770928200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:Comienza con Confianza (Santa Clara County-Morgan Hill 01/22/26-02/12/26)
DESCRIPTION:¿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 reúnase 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 después de completar 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/comienza-con-confianza-santa-clara-county-morgan-hill-01-22-26-02-12-26/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Morgan Hill Community Adult School\, 17960 Monterey Rd\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elvira Rojas":MAILTO:erojas@
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T025312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T025432Z
UID:10007910-1770919200-1770926400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍🖥️ El ABC de las Ventas (HYBRID)(SCC-Morgan Hill 01/22/26-02/12/26)
DESCRIPTION:This is a hybrid course. You may attend online via Zoom or in person at the Morgan Hill Community Adult School.
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-el-abc-de-las-ventas-hybridscc-morgan-hill-01-22-26-02-12-26/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Morgan Hill Community Adult School\, 17960 Monterey Rd\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Taller de Marketing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elvira Rojas":MAILTO:erojas@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T005351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203905Z
UID:10007902-1770832800-1770840000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Web Essentials: Building the Foundation of Your Business Website (NSMC)
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nOnline via Zoom with Abby Feder! \nReady to create your business website but not sure where to start? Join Web Essentials\, an online class designed to teach you the basics of setting up a website that works for your business. Learn what key elements every website should include\, such as contact information\, product or service details\, and customer-friendly navigation. We’ll also cover tips for creating an engaging\, professional site that reflects your brand and attracts customers. Perfect for beginners looking to build their online presence! \n\nInterested in attending this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-web-essentials-building-the-foundation-of-your-business-website-nsmc-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251121T165649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T202055Z
UID:10007799-1770831000-1770836400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️De la idea al post: Aprende a crear contenido en 2026 (WBC 02/11/26)
DESCRIPTION:De la idea al post: Aprende a crear contenido en 2026 \n¿Te pasa que quieres publicar en redes pero no sabes qué decir ni cómo crearlo? ¿Sientes que tienes mil ideas\, pero ninguna se concreta? Esta clase de dos sesiones está pensada para emprendedoras que quieren dejar de improvisar y empezar a crear contenido con más seguridad y claridad. \nEn estas dos sesiones aprenderás un método sencillo para organizar tus ideas y convertirlas en contenido que realmente represente tu marca. Te mostraré cómo planear sin estrés\, cómo generar ideas que no se acaben y cómo crear gráficos y videos básicos sin necesidad de ser diseñadora o experta en edición. Saldrás con una estructura clara y herramientas prácticas para crear contenido de forma constante y sin frustración. \nFacilitadora: Laura Duarte Bateman \n \nPeriodista y estratega de comunicaciones especializada en iniciativas de impacto social con más de 8 años de experiencia. A través de su empresa\, Grip on Comms\, acompaña a organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro y a pequeñas empresarias a fortalecer su presencia digital y convertirla en impacto real: desde movilizar a las comunidades hasta impulsar ventas y participación. \nSu maestría en Comunicación para el Desarrollo y el Cambio Social le permite integrar teorías de cambio comportamental en las estrategias que co-crea con sus clientes\, asegurando que cada proyecto esté alineado con la generación de cambios positivos para la sociedad. \n  \n  \n  \nNota: 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. \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 un 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 a través de un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EE. UU. Todas las opiniones\, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor (es) y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades\, si se solicitan\, al menos con 2 semanas de anticipación. Contacto:  Women Business Center Phone (415) 894-9779 \n 
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fde-la-idea-al-post-aprende-a-crear-contenido-en-2026-wbc-02-11-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Taller de Marketing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251222T220511Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Food Costing for Food Businesses: A Masterclass (East Bay) (2/11/26)
DESCRIPTION:Looking to optimize your profitability? Register now- to learn to accurately calculate food costs\, understand pricing strategies\, and make informed decisions to maximize profits \n\n\n\n\n-Master food cost calculation \n-Understand pricing strategies \n\n\n-Optimize your menu \n\n\n-Implement cost-saving measures \n\n-Track and analyze food costs \n********************************************************************* \nInterested in joining this event? \nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it. \n\nAlready a Renaissance Client?  \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.  \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-food-costing-for-food-businesses-a-masterclass-east-bay-2-11-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Food Sector Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260121T210719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110300Z
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SUMMARY:2-week Build Your Content Strategy (WBC 02/11/26 & 02/18/26)
DESCRIPTION:A house needs a solid foundation. So does your business. This 2-week online course will walk you through the marketing landscape\, creating a marketing strategy\, overcoming the social media mental block\, and keeping your content in order. \nSession description: \n\nCourse Overview + Digital Marketing 101 – Here\, we’ll go through the expectations of the course and lay a foundation of what digital marketing entails and how it impacts your business.\nUnderstanding your business + Customers – We’ll talk competitive landscape\, unique selling points\, and everything target market in this class. Because knowing your audience is KEY in marketing.\nCreating a Product Flow – Every business has an introductory product. In this class\, we’ll go through how people move through your business\, what your introductory product is\, and how to use that flow to set up a messaging hierarchy.\nContent Strategy + Calendar – You know your business. You know your customers. You know your product. Now it’s time to tell people about it. We’ll go through HOW to do that and start to set up an actionable calendar in this class.\nExecuting Content – It seems daunting\, but with some key tools\, it really isn’t. We’ll go through Canva and scheduling platforms in this class to put into motion the content we scheduled out in the previous class.\nEmail marketing – This is one of the most overlooked channels in marketing and the cheapest. Let’s tackle it together\n\nPlease 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. \nFacilitator: Christina Hunt. \n\n \n  \nChristina Hunt is a trained marketing professional. She’s worked on creating product (Under Armour\, USA)\, on managing a brand (Kit and Ace\, UK)\, on overall marketing and sales strategy (BOOM Cycle\, UK)\, on the media and communications strategy and execution (Carat GmbH\, Germany)\, on Facebook and Instagram advertising strategy and execution (Facebook\, USA)\, and many things in between. Now she takes her lessons and learnings to work with small-to-medium-sized businesses across the globe. Christina says\, “Helping others like this is my greatest joy\, it’s my way of making an impact. Something I felt I never did while working in the corporate world”. \n  \n\nAll clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.\nAlready a Renaissance Client? \nLog in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen \nNew to the Renaissance Community? \nGet started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. \n*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.* \n \n  \nRenaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made\, if requested\, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@\, (415) 894-9779
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/2-week-build-your-content-strategy-wbc-02-11-26-02-18-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20260120T220630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110313Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120000
CREATED:20251204T214229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T215011Z
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SUMMARY:📍 Start Smart (Santa Clara County - Morgan Hill 01/20/26-02/10/26)
DESCRIPTION:About this Class\nwith Christopher Carfi\nIn-Person at Morgan Hill Community Adult School \n\nLearn the fundamentals of starting a business. Register now to understand your business strategy and see if you have a viable business or service. \n\nDiscover How To: \n\n\nDefine your vision\nCreate a mission statement\nAssess your skills\, passion\, and resources\nCraft a business strategy to match your reality\nTest the viability of your products and services\n\n\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/%f0%9f%93%8d-start-smart-santa-clara-county-morgan-hill-01-20-26-02-10-26/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Morgan Hill Community Adult School\, 17960 Monterey Rd\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Start Smart
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aljayne Carmesis":MAILTO:acarmesis@
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120001
CREATED:20260121T200601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110324Z
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SUMMARY:4-week Finance Series For Small Businesses (WBC 02/10/26 - 03/03/26)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 10: Workshop 1: Introduction to Financial Management & Creating a Budget:\nGain a solid foundation in financial management for small businesses. Explore the importance of tracking income and expenses\, and understand the significance of financial statements. Learn to navigate income statements\, balance sheets\, and cash flow statements\, while also discovering the basics of budgeting and forecasting. Discover the significance of budgeting and its role in driving small business success. Explore different types of budgets\, including operating\, cash\, and capital budgets. \nTuesday\, February 17: Workshop 2: Budget & Cash Flow Management:\nFollow a step-by-step process for creating an effective budget and learn valuable tips for managing and adapting it as your business evolves. Uncover the essence of cash flow management and its impact on business stability. Learn to distinguish between cash inflows and outflows\, and discover strategies for effectively managing cash flow. Dive into cash flow forecasting and budgeting techniques to ensure the financial health of your business. \nTuesday\, February 24: Workshop 3: Financing and Funding Options:\nNavigate the world of financing and funding options available to small businesses. Explore various avenues such as loans\, lines of credit\, credit cards\, crowdfunding\, grants\, and venture capital. Understand the factors to consider when choosing the right financing option and learn how to prepare a compelling loan application. \nTuesday\, March 3: Workshop 4: Tax Planning and Compliance:\nDemystify the complexities of tax planning and compliance for small businesses. Explore common tax deductions and credits\, and gain insight into recordkeeping and documentation requirements. Learn how to effectively work with tax professionals and stay on top of your tax obligations while finding the best fit for your business \nPlease 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. \nNot a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you: (415) 894-9779 \nFacilitator: Ruby Vargas & Brenda Esquivel from Varnel Consulting Services \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/4-week-finance-series-for-small-businesses-wbc-02-10-26-03-03-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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