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🖥️BUSINESS PLAN Office Hours(WBC 02/26/25)

Join Expert Consultant, Dr.Dene Starks, for 1.5 hours of open Business Plan office hours.

Please note, this isn’t a session for writing your business plan from scratch, you must have a completed or nearly completed business plan. This is a dedicated time for you to bring your business plan questions and receive expert feedback.

Our trainings and programs are open to all entrepreneurs

Facilitator: Dr.Dene Starks

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: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Expand Your Brand: Digital Marketing for Global Audiences (03/25/25)

Take your brand beyond borders! This session explores 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.

Fee: $10 (sliding scale based on income level)

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

🖥️Beyond Year 1: Small Business Growth (2-part Series) (WBC 03/11/25 – 03/18/25)

This is an intermediate  series designed for businesses at least one year in business. This two-part series called “Beyond Year 1: Small Business Growth” focusing on laying the groundwork for scaling while ensuring businesses have the internal systems needed for sustainable growth.

Session 1 (March 11)

  • Business Review & Refining Your Niche – Analyze what’s working and what’s not. Assess your target market, product/service offerings, and customer feedback to ensure you’re focusing on the right niche.
  • Financial Stability – Review cash flow, track expenses, and set up financial systems to manage increased revenue.

Session 2 (March 18)

  • Optimizing Operations for Efficiency – Identify bottlenecks in your processes and implement tools (project management software, CRM, invoicing) to streamline operations.
  • Planning for Growth – Explore reinvestment strategies and ways to improve profit margins.

Our programs and trainings are open to all entrepreneurs 

Facilitator: Gabriela Sapp

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: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

📍Quieres Empezar tu negocio? (WBC 02/05/25)

En este taller van a aprender como comenzar su propia negocio y informacion en como obtener su ITIN.

Facilitado por Gabriela Sapp.

Gabriela Sapp, MBA en Finanzas y Gestión de la Universidad Estatal de San Francisco y Licenciada en Economía por la Universidad de Lima en Perú. Con más de una década de experiencia en consultoría para pequeñas empresas, bienes raíces comerciales y financiamiento empresarial. Cofundadora y directora de Equitable Growth Solutions Inc. desde 2013, donde realiza evaluaciones de necesidades, crea planes estratégicos y facilita el acceso a capital para el crecimiento sostenible de las empresas. Además, profesora de finanzas corporativas en la Universidad Estatal de San José y actual Vicepresidenta de Asuntos Estudiantiles de ALPFA.

 

 

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: Contacto: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Building Your Marketing Strategy 6-Week Course (WBC 02/26/25 -04/02/25)

A house needs a solid foundation. So does your business. This 6-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.

Session description:

  • Course 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.
  • Understanding 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.
  • Creating 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.
  • Content 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.
  • Executing 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.
  • Email marketing – This is one of the most overlooked channels in marketing and the cheapest. Let’s tackle it together

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

🖥️ Basics of Business Finances 4-week Series (WBC 02/03/25 -03/03/25)

Join us for an immersive ONLINE 4-week financial workshop series designed to equip small business owners and entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage their finances. From diving into financial statements, budgeting, cash flow management, financing options, and tax planning, this series provides comprehensive guidance for financial success. This series of workshops meets once per week for two hours on Mondays. We are skipping February 17th (President’s Day).

Workshop 1: Introduction to Financial Management & Creating a Budget
Gain 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.

Workshop 2: Budget & Cash Flow Management
Follow 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.

Workshop 3: Financing and Funding Options
Navigate 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.

Workshop 4: Tax Planning and Compliance
Demystify 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.

 

Equip yourself with the financial skills necessary for success in today’s competitive business landscape. Join us on this transformative journey of financial mastery and take control of your business finances with confidence.

Facilitator: Dr.Dene Starks.

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: Women Business Center, wbc@, (415) 894-9779

Coffee & Community Networking Event: Picture Your Success (WBC 01/28/25)

 

COFFEE & COMMUNITY NETWORKING EVENT

Topic: Picture Your Success

This event empowers women entrepreneurs to visualize their goals through personalized vision boards while capturing a professional headshot that reflects their aspirations. Attendees will not only define where they want to go but also how they want to be seen, boosting their confidence and setting the stage for success in the new year. Activities include creating a vision board and professional headshots for participants.

NO WALK-INS or PLUS ONES. REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY, Click here.

Facilitator: Tanya Reyes

With over 15 years of experience, Tanya Reyes is a dedicated administrator skilled in managing diverse programs within both business and nonprofit sectors. As an entrepreneur herself, she brings a wealth of expertise in guiding small businesses and fostering economic development. Her background includes roles such as Business Coach, Program Manager, and Intensive Case Manager, where she has excelled in facilitating workshops, conducting outreach, and providing intensive case management services. Fluent in Spanish and equipped with advanced clerical knowledge, she is committed to driving success through strategic partnerships and effective communication. Her proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and social media management, coupled with her certification in Event Planning, underscores her versatility and commitment to excellence. With a passion for community engagement and a proven track record of impact, TanyaReyes continues to make significant contributions to the growth and development of her community.

 

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.

🖥️ Business Prep (East Bay) (2/25/25-4/29/25)

Gain the skills and knowledge needed to successfully launch and grow your business. Register now- to master everything from crafting a business plan to securing capital and more!

Learn How To:

Develop a business plan

Identify your target customers

Craft a marketing strategy

Develop financials

Learn how to access capital And much more!

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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.*

This class is open to all entrepreneurs

🖥️ Seamless Transactions: Accepting All Forms of Payment with Square (WBC 1/15/25)

Discover the many ways you can accept payments from your customers using Square and ensure you never miss a sale! This workshop is perfect for new and current businesses looking to set up efficient, customer-friendly payment systems. Learn how to streamline transactions and expand your payment options to cater to every customer, boosting convenience and sales.

Facilitator:

Martin Guerrero

 

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: Women’s Business Center, wbc@, (415) 348-6227

 

Women Mean Business Networking Event: Cultivating Leadership (WBC 12/17/24)

 

Topic: Cultivating Bold Leadership Through Community and Self-Leadership

This empowering event for women entrepreneurs focuses on developing leadership skills and collaborative community engagement. Participants will discover ways to transform challenges into opportunities, trust their instincts, and establish a strong, supportive network for shared growth and success. A featured local women entrepreneur will share her insights, enjoy interactive networking opportunities to connect and collaborate with fellow Renaissance women small business owners.

NO WALK-INS. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Facilitator: Tanya Reyes

With over 15 years of experience, Tanya Reyes is a dedicated administrator skilled in managing diverse programs within both business and nonprofit sectors. As an entrepreneur herself, she brings a wealth of expertise in guiding small businesses and fostering economic development. Her background includes roles such as Business Coach, Program Manager, and Intensive Case Manager, where she has excelled in facilitating workshops, conducting outreach, and providing intensive case management services. Fluent in Spanish and equipped with advanced clerical knowledge, she is committed to driving success through strategic partnerships and effective communication. Her proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and social media management, coupled with her certification in Event Planning, underscores her versatility and commitment to excellence. With a passion for community engagement and a proven track record of impact, TanyaReyes continues to make significant contributions to the growth and development of her community.

 

 

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

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

New to the Renaissance Community?

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

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

 

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

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