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📍Women Mean Business : Your Path to Future Readiness (WBC 09/17/25)

Join us for a candid conversation on planning for the future, from making smart business decisions to building financial security. Hear from a former business owner and current Partner Account Manager at Human Interest as she shares how retirement planning became an essential part of her entrepreneurial journey. The session will also include a brief presentation by Human Interest on 401(k) options for small business owners and will feature a dedicated networking segment to connect with fellow entrepreneurs.

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.

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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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Start Smart (WBC – SSF 9/16/25 – 10/07/25)

Learn the business fundamentals to starting a business. Register now- to understand your business strategy and see if you have a viable business or service.

Discover How To:

  • Define your vision
  • Create a mission statement
  • Assess your skills, passion, and resources
  • Craft a business strategy to match your reality
  • Test the viability of your products and services

Facilitator: Tanya Reyes

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

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.

All clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is 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.*

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779

🖥️How To Keep Track Of Your Finances (WBC 9/8/25)

Keeping track of your business expenses helps you understand where your money is going, avoid overspending, and stay prepared for taxes. Additionally, it gives you better control over your budget and helps your business grow smarter.

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.

All clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is 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.*

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Cómo Crear una Factura (WBC 9/15/25)

¿Sabe qué datos debe llevar una factura?¡Aprenda a crear sus propias facturas de forma fácil y rápida!

Nota: 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.

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.

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

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 Phone (415) 894-9779

🖥️Conceptos de Marketing Digital (WBC 09/23/25)

Únase al Better Business Bureau (BBB) para un webinar informativo sobre los fundamentos del marketing digital y cómo las empresas pueden aprovechar las herramientas online para impulsar su marca y generar confianza en sus consumidores. Esta sesión abordará temas clave, como estrategias de redes sociales, optimización para motores de búsqueda (SEO), buenas prácticas de email marketing y el papel de la IA en el marketing moderno.

Si busca aumentar su visibilidad online, conectar con sus clientes de forma más eficaz o optimizar sus estrategias de marketing con herramientas basadas en IA, este webinar le brindará información práctica para ayudarle a desenvolverse en el panorama digital manteniendo la integridad y la credibilidad, características distintivas de una empresa acreditada por el BBB.

¡No pierda esta oportunidad de fortalecer su presencia online y mantenerse a la vanguardia del mercado digital!

Facilitadora: Alma Galvan

Alma Galván es Especialista en Marketing y Comunicaciones del Better Business Bureau (BBB), que presta servicios en el Área de la Bahía de San Francisco y la Costa Norte de California, y es la Portavoz Nacional en Español del BBB. Durante los últimos 18 años, se ha dedicado a impulsar la misión del BBB de fomentar la confianza y la integridad en el mercado. Con más de 15 años de experiencia en marketing, Alma se destaca en el desarrollo y la ejecución de campañas y programas impactantes que impactan a la comunidad de pequeñas empresas. Firme defensora de las pequeñas empresas, Alma ha participado activamente en proyectos comunitarios como el Proyecto de Inclusión y el Programa Hispano SBDC. Su experiencia se extiende a los medios de comunicación, donde colabora frecuentemente en segmentos de televisión y radio locales y nacionales, promoviendo el mensaje del BBB de empoderamiento del consumidor y prácticas comerciales éticas. Desde que comenzó su carrera en el BBB en 2005, se ha comprometido a empoderar tanto a consumidores como a empresas. Conéctese con Alma para obtener más información sobre su trabajo en la promoción de prácticas comerciales éticas en el BBB.

Nota: 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.

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.

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

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 Phone (415) 894-9779

🖥️Money Smart: Banking Services (WBC 09/22/25)

The Banking Services Available for a Small Business module provides an overview of business banking services.

 

David Hincapie is a Lender Relations Specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s San Francisco District Office. He has been with the SBA for seven years, supporting lenders and small businesses across the region.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.


It is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses.

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application.

All clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is 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.*

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779.

🖥️Money Smart: Banking Insurance (WBC 09/29/25)

The Insurance for a Small Business module provides an overview of insurance and is designed to help participants to understand how insurance can benefit their business.

David Hincapie is a Lender Relations Specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s San Francisco District Office. He has been with the SBA for seven years, supporting lenders and small businesses across the region.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.


It is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses.

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application.

All clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is 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.*

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779.

🖥️The Square Ecosystem: Powering All The Ways You Do Business (WBC 09/29/25)

Description: Square helps sellers more easily run and grow their businesses with its integrated ecosystem of commerce solutions. Join us to learn all about our purpose-built software to run complex restaurant, retail, and professional services operations, versatile e-commerce tools, embedded financial services and banking products, buy now, pay later functionality through Afterpay, staff management and payroll capabilities – all of which work together to save sellers time and effort.What we’ll cover:

  • Smart commerce tools to keep sales flowing
  • Ways to build strong customer relationships
  • Simple staff scheduling and payroll solutions
  • Banking and payment options designed for your business

Facilitador: Martin Guerrero


It is a program created by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to provide the tools and resources necessary for diverse small entrepreneurs in California to access financing opportunities and achieve success for their businesses.

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center participates in the SCALE program as a Resource Partner. Through this initiative, we will connect you with a wide network of partners who can provide all the resources necessary to prepare a loan application.

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.

All clients  must register for classes via your client portal account. Here is 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.*

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Business Mastermind:Navigating Tough Conversations (WBC 08/13/25)

Join fellow Renaissance entrepreneurs for an interactive peer-to-peer session focused on one of the most essential skills in business: handling difficult conversations. Whether it’s giving feedback to an employee, setting boundaries with a client, or navigating conflict with a stakeholder, tough conversations are part of being a business owner.

Following up on our previous Business Mastermind on conflict resolution, Jennifer from Big Little Insights returns to dive deeper into this critical topic, this time using real case scenarios from your own experiences.

Come prepared to share a situation you’ve faced or are currently facing with a client, team member, or partner. This session offers a supportive space to reflect, gain new perspectives, and strengthen your communication skills so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and empathy.

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.

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779

🖥️Small business chat: Waxery, Jetta V Ent., LLC

Join us for a lively and inspiring conversation with fellow small business owners. Each session features a new panel of entrepreneurs sharing their journeys, challenges, and the creative solutions that shaped their success.

This session features:
✨ Crystal Ortiz – Founder of Waxery, a creative candle-making business
✨ Jetta Vaughn – HR expert and founder of Jetta V Ent., LLC

Expect real stories, practical takeaways, and fresh ideas to help you tackle your own business challenges with new perspective.

Register now and be part of the conversation!

To Sign up for the Event:

  • Visit http://tiny.cc/renaissancewbc
  • Create a free account
  • Search for this webinar under “Learning” -> “Learning by Resource” -> “Events”
  • Register!

(Please DO NOT USE INCOGNITO MODE when creating your account or watching videos).

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.

POWERED BY SBA - U.S Small Business Administration

 

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@rencenter.org, (415) 894-9779