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🖥️Marketing Bootcamp for Retail & Storefront Businesses (WBC 04/30/25)

This hands-on marketing bootcamp is designed to equip small retail and storefront business owners, atleast 3 years in business, with effective strategies to boost sales and enhance brand awareness. You’ll learn how to create marketing campaigns that engage and retain both in-store and online customers, increase foot traffic, and build lasting customer relationships.

Recommended Business Stage: 3+ years in business with an existing storefront or plans to expand into a retail space.

Key Learning Outcomes:

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

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.

Facilitator: Christina Hunt.

Christina Hunt is a trained marketing professional. She’s worked on creating product (Under Armour, USA), on managing a brand (Kit and Ace, UK), on overall marketing and sales strategy (BOOM Cycle, UK), on the media and communications strategy and execution (Carat GmbH, Germany), on Facebook and Instagram advertising strategy and execution (Facebook, USA), and many things in between. Now she takes her lessons and learnings to work with small-to-medium-sized businesses across the globe. Christina says, “Helping others like this is my greatest joy, it’s my way of making an impact. Something I felt I never did while working in the corporate world”.

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Building a Successful Home-Based Business ( WBC 04/21/25 & 04/24/25 )

This 2 session program is designed for home-based business owners 1 to 3 years in business, who want to optimize their operations, marketing, and sales strategies for long-term growth without needing a physical storefront. It focuses on automation, remote sales, and operational efficiency, helping solopreneurs streamline their processes and scale their businesses from home.

Recommended Business Stage: Early-stage to established (1-3 years in business)

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Achieve a healthy work-life balance while boosting productivity as a home-based entrepreneur.
  • Master digital marketing strategies to attract and convert customers online.
  • Scale your business through outsourcing and automation, reducing manual effort.
  • Develop sustainable pricing models that support long-term business growth.

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.

Facilitator: Christina Hunt.

Christina Hunt is a trained marketing professional. She’s worked on creating product (Under Armour, USA), on managing a brand (Kit and Ace, UK), on overall marketing and sales strategy (BOOM Cycle, UK), on the media and communications strategy and execution (Carat GmbH, Germany), on Facebook and Instagram advertising strategy and execution (Facebook, USA), and many things in between. Now she takes her lessons and learnings to work with small-to-medium-sized businesses across the globe. Christina says, “Helping others like this is my greatest joy, it’s my way of making an impact. Something I felt I never did while working in the corporate world”.

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Mind, Body & Business: Launch Your Beauty, Health & Wellness Brand (04/10/25 – 04/17/25)

This 2 session series is designed for wellness entrepreneurs who rely on trust and practical results to grow their business, including Fitness Studios and Trainers, Wellness Spaces, Salons,Alternative Health Practitioners, Spas & Barbershops, and Other Beauty Services

What You’ll Learn:

  • Structuring wellness programs for sustainable, long-term income
  • Client retention strategies rooted in personal transformation
  • Building a trusted wellness brand that fosters loyalty and credibility
  • Generating passive income through courses, retreats, and digital products

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.

Facilitator: Angel Choy

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

📍AI for Small Businesses: Simplify Your Operations (WBC 05/06/25)

As part of the University of San Francisco’s New Roots, New Routes Conference, this engaging workshop is a collaboration between Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and USF, and is proudly featured during San Francisco Small Business Week, hosted by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce.

Unlock the power of artificial intelligence to save time, boost efficiency, and reduce the stress of running a business. This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to streamline their day-to-day operations using practical, easy-to-use AI tools—no tech background required.

Whether you’re juggling emails, managing customer inquiries, or creating marketing content, AI can help you work smarter, not harder.

What You’ll Learn:

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

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

Our class is open to all entrepreneurs

Facilitator: Anne-Cécile

 

Founder & Managing Director of Simplify Digital AI, Anne-Cécile channels her passion for problem-solving into empowering local small entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses online through expert guidance in the use of tools, SEO, social media, and marketplace platforms.

With 20+ years working with High Tech enterprise technology companies and a love for data, Anne-Cécile thrives on simplifying complexity and making the convoluted clear with straightforward, practical solutions tailored to your unique needs.

 

 

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

📍Elevate Your Brand: Marketing Strategies to Build Your Presence & Stand Out (WBC 05/06/25)

As part of the University of San Francisco’s New Roots, New Routes Conference, this engaging workshop is a collaboration between Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and USF, and is proudly featured during San Francisco Small Business Week, hosted by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce.

Designed for small business owners looking to stand out in today’s competitive landscape, this session will provide practical tools to help you build a trusted brand, attract and retain loyal customers, and maximize your impact through social media and community engagement.

What You’ll Learn:

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

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

Facilitator:

Angel Choy

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

 

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Inteligencia Artificial (IA) básica para negocios con bajo presupuesto (WBC 05/08/25)

La inteligencia artificial ya no es exclusiva de las grandes empresas.
Ofrecido como parte de la Semana de los Pequeños Negocios de San Francisco, este taller práctico te mostrará cómo integrar herramientas de IA accesibles para optimizar tu negocio, automatizar procesos y aumentar la productividad—sin necesidad de grandes inversiones.

Descubre cómo estructurar ideas, analizar datos y ejecutar estrategias utilizando IA de manera sencilla y efectiva.

1. Organiza y Potencia tu Negocio con IA.

Uso de LLMs como ChatGPT para estructurar ideas y mejorar la productividad.
Creación de estrategias de negocio con Venture Kit.
Ejercicio en vivo: Generación de un plan de negocio con IA.

2. Analiza Datos y Toma Decisiones Inteligentes.

Introducción a Rows para análisis de datos sin conocimientos técnicos.
Cómo la IA ayuda a interpretar información clave para el negocio.
Ejercicio en vivo: Carga y análisis de datos con IA.

3. Crea Páginas Web y Contenido con IA.

Creación rápida de presentaciones y contenido con Gamma.
Generación de páginas web sin código.
Ejercicio en vivo: Creación de una landing page en minutos.

¿Quién debería asistir?

Emprendedores y dueños de negocios que buscan herramientas accesibles para mejorar su productividad.

Profesionales y freelancers que desean integrar IA en su trabajo diario sin conocimientos técnicos.

Cualquier persona interesada en optimizar procesos y automatizar tareas con IA.

Nuestros programas estan abiertos para todos los emprendedores. 

Facilitador: Santiago Munoz

Es un profesional con amplia experiencia en negocios, finanzas, diseño UX y diseño web. Apasionado por la inteligencia artificial, se ha especializado en la aplicación de herramientas de IA para aumentar la productividad en diversas áreas. Su objetivo es ayudar a emprendedores y empresas a aprovechar al máximo el potencial de la IA de forma accesible y práctica.

 

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo:

¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?

Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.

¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?

Comienza llenando este formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente.

*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*

 

Renaissance WBC se financia en parte mediante un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EEUU. Todas las opiniones, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor o autores y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público sobre una base no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidad, si se solicitan, con al menos 2 semanas de antelación. Contacto: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

 

🖥️Expand Your Brand: Digital Marketing for Global Audiences (05/07/25)

Take your brand beyond borders!

This session is offered as part of San Francisco Small Business Week and is designed to help you unlock global growth. We will explore key digital marketing strategies for reaching international markets. Learn how to adapt your messaging, optimize for global audiences, and navigate cultural differences to expand your reach. Perfect first step for established businesses looking to grow their presence worldwide.

This class is open to all entrepreneurs.

Facilitator: Christina Hunt.

Christina Hunt is a trained marketing professional. She’s worked on creating product (Under Armour, USA), on managing a brand (Kit and Ace, UK), on overall marketing and sales strategy (BOOM Cycle, UK), on the media and communications strategy and execution (Carat GmbH, Germany), on Facebook and Instagram advertising strategy and execution (Facebook, USA), and many things in between. Now she takes her lessons and learnings to work with small-to-medium-sized businesses across the globe. Christina says, “Helping others like this is my greatest joy, it’s my way of making an impact. Something I felt I never did while working in the corporate world”.

 

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Inteligencia Artificial (IA) básica para negocios con bajo presupuesto (WBC 03/25/25)

La inteligencia artificial ya no es exclusiva de grandes empresas. En este workshop práctico, aprenderás cómo integrar herramientas de IA económicas para optimizar tu negocio, automatizar procesos y mejorar la productividad sin necesidad de grandes inversiones. Descubrirás cómo estructurar ideas, analizar datos y ejecutar estrategias con IA de manera sencilla y efectiva.

1. Organiza y Potencia tu Negocio con IA.

Uso de LLMs como ChatGPT para estructurar ideas y mejorar la productividad.
Creación de estrategias de negocio con Venture Kit.
Ejercicio en vivo: Generación de un plan de negocio con IA.

2. Analiza Datos y Toma Decisiones Inteligentes.

Introducción a Rows para análisis de datos sin conocimientos técnicos.
Cómo la IA ayuda a interpretar información clave para el negocio.
Ejercicio en vivo: Carga y análisis de datos con IA.

3. Crea Páginas Web y Contenido con IA.

Creación rápida de presentaciones y contenido con Gamma.
Generación de páginas web sin código.
Ejercicio en vivo: Creación de una landing page en minutos.

¿Quién debería asistir?

Emprendedores y dueños de negocios que buscan herramientas accesibles para mejorar su productividad.

Profesionales y freelancers que desean integrar IA en su trabajo diario sin conocimientos técnicos.

Cualquier persona interesada en optimizar procesos y automatizar tareas con IA.

Nuestros programas estan abiertos para todos los emprendedores. 

Facilitador: Santiago Munoz

Es un profesional con amplia experiencia en negocios, finanzas, diseño UX y diseño web. Apasionado por la inteligencia artificial, se ha especializado en la aplicación de herramientas de IA para aumentar la productividad en diversas áreas. Su objetivo es ayudar a emprendedores y empresas a aprovechar al máximo el potencial de la IA de forma accesible y práctica.

 

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo:

¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?

Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.

¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?

Comienza llenando este formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente.

*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.*

 

Renaissance WBC se financia en parte mediante un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas de EEUU. Todas las opiniones, conclusiones o recomendaciones expresadas son las del autor o autores y no reflejan necesariamente el punto de vista de la SBA. Todos los programas de la SBA o programas copatrocinados se extienden al público sobre una base no discriminatoria. Se realizarán adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidad, si se solicitan, con al menos 2 semanas de antelación. Contacto: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

 

🖥️Domina tus Finanzas con Excel (WBC 03/19/25)

Domina tus Finanzas con Excel

¿Quieres saber más sobre esta poderosa herramienta? ¡Este taller está especialmente diseñado para ti! Te llevará paso a paso por el mundo de Excel, y de una manera fácil y sencilla descubrirás todas las bondades que esta herramienta puede ofrecerte a ti que estás comenzando un proyecto o que ya te encuentras dentro del mundo empresarial.

• Reconocer los elementos principales de una hoja de cálculo en Excel
• Usar estos elementos de acuerdo con tus necesidades
• Realizar operaciones aritméticas elementales: sumar, restar, dividir y multiplicar
• Manejar otras funciones básicas como salvar y guardar archivos
• Empezar a utilizar Excel en tu negocio o de forma personal

Instructor: Luis Tito Leal

 

 

Contador Publico de profesión con más de 24 años de experiencia en la industria. Trabajó por casi 20 años como auditor en una de las firmas contables más grandes del mundo y hoy en día está enfocado a compartir sus conocimientos con pequeños empresarios en ayudarlos a crecer sus negocios. Cuenta con su propia firma contable.

 

 

 

Es un programa creado por la California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) para proporcionar las herramientas y recursos necesarios para que los pequeños emprendedores diversos de California puedan acceder a oportunidades de financiamiento y alcanzar el éxito para sus negocios.

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center participa en el programa de SCALE como Socio de Recursos. A través de esta iniciativa, nosotros te conectaremos con una amplia red de socios que podrán proporcionar todos los recursos necesarios para preparar una solicitud de préstamo.

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo:

¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?

Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.

¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?

Comienza llenando un formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente.

*Todos los clientes deben completar un formulario de interés y asistir a una orientación antes de inscribirse en las clases.

 

Renaissance WBC se financia en parte 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, wbc@, (415) 894-9779‬.

🖥️Sesion Informativa para Negocios Pequeños: Preguntas y Respuestas (WBC 03/27/25)

Estas buscando informacion para poder registrar tu negocio, y no sabes por donde empezar. Únete a nuestra sesion informativa de preguntas y respuestas en vivo. Recibe asesoría experta, conecta con otros emprendedores y encuentra soluciones para hacer crecer tu negocio. Ya sea que estés comenzando o buscando mejorar, esta es tu oportunidad para obtener información valiosa.

¡Ven preparado con tus preguntas y aprovecha al máximo esta sesión!

Nuestro programas, entrenamientos y eventos son abiertos a todos los emprendedores.

Todos los clientes deben registrarse para las clases a través de su cuenta en el portal de clientes. Así es cómo puedes hacerlo:

¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?

Inicia sesión en tu portal de cliente y accede al calendario en la parte superior de tu pantalla.

¿Eres nuevo en la comunidad de Renaissance?

Comienza llenando un formulario de interés y nos pondremos en contacto para crear un portal de cliente.

 

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: wbc@, (415) 894-9779

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