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SUMMARY:Set Up & Grow Your Ecommerce  (WBC 02/02/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to plan to build and scale your online store with confidence. This workshop overviews topics including choosing the right platform\, setting up your product catalog\, optimizing your site for sales and using digital marketing strategies to attract and retain customers. You’ll leave the session with an executable plan for building or developing your e-commerce shop. Perfect for existing business owners in Excelsior and the Bay Area looking to expand into ecommerce. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Dates: Monday\, February 22\, 2026 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.📍 Location:  4400 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA 94112🎟️ Limited spots available – reserve yours today! \nExisting Clients: Use Client Portal \nNew clients: Register as a New Client \nFacilitator: Ari Takata Vasquez \n \nI create vibrant places through entrepreneurship\, design\, policy\, art\, and creativity. As a serial entrepreneur\, I’ve founded Viscera Studio\, a creative agency focused on place-based storytelling and design; Shop Viscera\, a design-forward retail brand featured in SF Chronicle\, Thrillist\, Racked\, and 7×7 Magazine; and Opportuned\, a platform empowering small businesses\, which was semi-finalist in Pharrell’s highly competitive Black Ambition Prize. \nAs a creative\, I partner with brands to develop one-of-a-kind collaborations\, including limited products\, content creation\, and experiential activations that bring stories to life in meaningful ways. As an artist\, I transform spaces through murals\, fine art\, and sculpture. My work has been commissioned by Salesforce\, Google\, and the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation\, integrating creativity into the built environment. \nWith a BA in architecture (USF) and Master’s in city planning (UC Berkeley)\, I bridge business\, design\, and policy to drive impact. I serve on the SPUR Board\, Community Works West Board\, and am a member of ULI and the American Planning Association. I also speak on entrepreneurship\, urbanism\, and creativity\, having presented at Lean Startup Conference\, NYCxDesign\, and Black is Tech. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is offered by Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and funded by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to support small businesses in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco \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/set-up-grow-your-ecommerce-wbc-02-02-2026/
LOCATION:Excelsior Branch Library\, 4400 Mission St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Professional Development Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T170000
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SUMMARY:Del Post a la Venta: Marketing intensivo para Emprendedores (WBC 02/04/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Del Post a la Venta: Marketing intensivo para Emprendedoras \nEste ‘bootcamp’ es un curso intensivo de tres horas para emprendedoras que quieren entender\, de manera simple y directa\, cómo llevar su marketing al siguiente nivel. Nada de tecnicismos: aquí hablamos claro y al grano. \nAprenderás cómo conectar tu contenido con tus metas de negocio\, cómo saber qué publicar según lo que quieres lograr\, y cómo crear contenido estratégico que no solo se vea bonito\, sino que realmente lleve a ventas\, registros o cualquier conversión que busques. Saldrás con una guía práctica para tomar decisiones más seguras y una visión clara de cómo usar tu marketing para hacer crecer tu negocio. \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/del-post-a-la-venta-marketing-intensivo-para-emprendedores-wbc-02-04-2026/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Taller de Marketing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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SUMMARY:Legalities For Business Owners (WBC 02/09/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to avoid common legal pitfalls and safeguard your operations. Designed for existing business owners\, this workshop covers the key legal considerations needed to protect and grow your business. Topics include business structure review\, contracts\, intellectual property\, licenses and permits\, liability protection and compliance with regulations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Dates: Monday\, February 09\, 2026 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.📍 Location: 4400 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA 94112🎟️ Limited spots available – reserve yours today! \nExisting Clients: Use Client Portal \nNew clients: Register as a New Client \nFacilitator: Benjamin Martin \n \n\nAttorney Benjamin Martin is a Business Consultant for the Small Business Development Center.  He conducts workshops and one on one counseling sessions to help small businesses succeed. His private practice supports start-ups and small businesses.  He earned his Juris Doctor degree at Southwestern University Law and his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Cal State Univ. Los Angeles. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is offered by Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and funded by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to support small businesses in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco \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/legalities-for-business-owners-wbc-02-09-2026/
LOCATION:Excelsior Branch Library\, 4400 Mission St\, San Francisco\, California\, 94112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T173000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T113000
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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:20260211T173000
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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/de-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:20260217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T183000
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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/promote-your-business-on-google-yelp-wbc-02-17-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T225822
CREATED:20260121T180721Z
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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/business-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T190000
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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:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T225822
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:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T225822
CREATED:20251113T004040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105853Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T225822
CREATED:20260121T172358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105845Z
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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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