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Growing at Home (SMC 04/08/26-06/10/26)

10-Week Business Training
April 8–June 10 6:00-9:00PM
Online course | Weekly live virtual sessions

This course is for licensed home-based child care providers who want to:

  • Increase enrollment
  • Strengthen contracts and finances
  • Commit to a 10-week growth process
What You’ll Build

  • Clear goals
  • Strong enrollment strategies
  • Organized financial systems
  • A practical growth plan
Reserve a spot!
Capacity is limited to 12 participants.
Eligible participants may qualify for up to a $1,000 Growing at Home grant.
Strengthen your business. Increase enrollment. Plan for growth.
This course is part of the Growing at Home Program and introduces you to the tools, 1:1 consulting, and ongoing support available to family child care providers in San Mateo County.
FILL OUT THE INTEREST to RESERVE YOUR SPOT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuLIiJQm66rR8icgCHvULolcToJHqHx5k_C0lqxELrJ5isiw/viewform
Questions? Contact:
408-409-4375-Lizzette Solis
lsolis@rencenter.org

Business Taxes 101: What Every Business Owner Should Know (SSMC 2/23/2026)

Interested in attending this class?

We’re thrilled to have you! All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it:

Already a Renaissance Client?

  • Go to the Calendar: Navigate to the Calendar tab at your portal’s top left corner.
  • Select & Enroll: Find your desired class, click on Enroll, answer the brief questions, and hit Submit.

New to the Renaissance Community?

  • Orientation: Sign up for an orientation session and meet with a Renaissance team member who will work with you to assess your business needs.
  • Post-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.

 

*All clients must complete orientation before attending classes*

Zero a Foodtruck (Condado de San Mateo) (SSMC 2/10/2026-3/3/2026)

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.

 

Sobre esta serie:

En 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.

¿Interesado en asistir a esta clase?

¡Estamos encantados de tenerte! Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta del portal del cliente. Así es como puedes hacerlo:

¿Ya es cliente de Renaissance?

  • Ir al Calendario: navegue hasta la pestaña Calendario en la esquina superior izquierda de su portal.
  • Seleccionar e inscribirse: busque la clase que desee, haga clic en Inscribirse, responda las preguntas breves y presione Enviar.

¿Nuevo en la comunidad Renaissance?

  • Orientación: Regístrese para una sesión de orientación y reúna con un miembro del equipo de Renaissance que trabajará con usted para evaluar sus necesidades comerciales.
  • Pasos posteriores a la orientación: inicie sesión en su portal de nuevos clientes una vez completada la orientación. Luego, siga los pasos descritos en “Ya es cliente de Renaissance” para registrarse en las clases.

 

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

Millbrae Small Business Mixer (NSMC + SBDC)

About this Class

In-Person at the Millbrae Recreation Center

Connect with other entrepreneurs and learn about the FREE small business resources from the Renaissance Center!


Interested in attending this event? 


Already a Renaissance Client? 

Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen

New to the Renaissance Community?

Sign up at this eventbrite link!

 


Presented by the Millbrae Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC)

Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration (SBA). Funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA, California Office of the Small Business Advocate or Cal Poly Humboldt sponsored programs. The Norcal Small Business Development Center (SBDC) welcomes all entrepreneurs and business owners. Our events and services are open to anyone interested in small business development.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact: (650) 395-9130 or info@sanmateosbdc.org

Funding Your Future: Exploring Capital Options for Your Business (San Mateo SBDC + NSMC)

About this Class

with Gabriela Sapp
In-Person at the Millbrae Recreation Center

Unlock the funding your business needs with this Access to Capital Training. This session equips entrepreneurs and small business owners with the knowledge to navigate financing options, prepare strong loan applications, and connect with lenders. Learn how to secure the capital essential for starting, growing, or scaling your business with expert guidance tailored to your needs.


Interested in attending this event? 

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.

Already a Renaissance Client? 

Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen

New to the Renaissance Community?

Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation. 

**All clients must complete their forms and attend orientation before signing up for classes.**

Tim Russell

Since joining Renaissance in 2012, Tim has played a key role in leading the organization’s services and driving its growth across the Peninsula, including San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. His vision and leadership were instrumental in launching East Palo Alto’s first small business incubator and expanding Renaissance’s presence into new communities such as San Jose, Morgan Hill, and Hayward. Rooted in his upbringing in East Palo Alto, Tim brings both professional expertise and lived experience to his work, serving on boards such as the Leadership Council San Mateo County and Man 2 Man Youth Urban Advocate. In addition, as an ordained minister and pastor, he is committed to bridging the gap between the faith-based community and economic development, with a focus on uplifting underserved and under-resourced communities.

Nora Razón

Originally from a rural community in Mexico, Razón has spent most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area. Nora graduated from San Francisco State University in 2008 with a B.A. in Ethnic Studies and Sociology and is a proud alumnus of the Ravenswood City School District, located in East Palo Alto. Nora Razón has worked in philanthropic, education, health, economic development, and community-organizing roles. Throughout her career, Nora has sought opportunities to develop practices and programs that deeply and authentically engage adults and young people in the change they envision for their schools, organizations, families, and their community.

Gisel Martin

Luz Chavarin