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🖥️Business Essentials For Setting Up A Business In San Francisco (WBC 02/19/2026)

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

Please 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.

Not a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you: (415) 894-9779

Facilitator: Martha Yanez

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.*

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.

🖥️From Followers to Customers: Turning Social Engagement into Sales (WBC 02/23/2026)

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.”

Key Topics:

  • The Simple Funnel You Actually Need: How to guide someone from “I like your post” to “Take my money,” using Instagram or Facebook.
  • Links that Work: Why Linktree (or a single landing page) is your new BFF + how to make calls-to-action that actually get clicks.
  • DMs without the Ick: How to follow up like a human, not a bot — real talk on etiquette, boundaries, and what works.
  • Proof It Works: Real-world examples + plug-and-play templates so you’re not reinventing the wheel.

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.

Not a Renaissance client? Please send us a text message to connect with you: (415) 894-9779

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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”.

 

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.*

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: email: wbc@rencenter.org, Phone: (415) 894-9779.

🖥️Define a tu cliente ideal y descubre su problema real (WBC 02/24/2026)

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.

Facilitadora: Nati Mendez

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, correo electronico wbc@rencenter.org o envie un mensaje de texto al telefono: (415) 894-9779.

🖥️Conceptos Esenciales para Empezar un Negocio en San Francisco (WBC 02/26/2026)

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.

Facilitadora: Martha Yanez

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, correo electronico wbc@rencenter.org o envie un mensaje de texto al telefono: (415) 894-9779.

🖥️Componentes Claves para un Negocio de Cuidado de Niños Exitoso (WBC 03/25/26 – 04/29/26)

Únete a nuestro programa intensivo Componentes Claves para un Negocio de Cuidado de Niños Exitoso de  seis semanas vía zoom los días miércoles de 5:30 pm  a 7:00 pm.

Nuestro programa incluye  los siguientes temas a impartirse los días:

Miércoles 25 de marzo

Conozca y explore las oportunidades empresariales dentro del cuidado infantil y evalúe la necesidad de programas de cuidado infantil.

Miércoles 1 de abril 

Inicio de Estructura para su Negocio: Identificar la ubicación de negocio y requisitos para la licencia estatal (California) de cuidado de niños.

Miércoles 8 de abril:

Entidades de negocios: Cómo elegir su entidad de negocio y cómo elegir su preparación de impuestos.

Miércoles 15 de abril:

Formas de Financiamiento: Análisis de Capital con en el Cuenta y Tipos de Financiamiento

Miércoles 22 de abril: Plan de Administración:

¿Qué es un Plan de Administración? Formar el Equipo Laboral o Empleados o Contratistas Independientes. Roles y Responsabilidades y  Proceso para Seleccionar el Personal o Formalizar la Selección de Empleos.

Plan de Finanzas:

Qué es un Plan de Finanzas?
• Presupuesto Inicial
• Presupuesto Mensual y Anual
• Conozca sus Gastos Operativos
• Fuentes de Ingresos

Miércoles 29 de abril:

Plan de Mercadeo:

¿Qué es un Plan de Mercadeo?
• Conozca sus Clientes
• Conozca a la Competencia
• Comercialización de su Negocio
• Fuentes de Información de
Mercado

Plan de Acción:

Preparación de Área Laboral
• Planificación Laboral
o Días/Horas de Servicio
o Características de Un
Contrato
o Planeación de
Actividades con los Niños
• Estructuración de Servicio

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.

Instructora: Ruby Vargas

 

En VARNEL Consultoria y Entrenamientos (VARNEL), nos dedicamos a fomentar comunidades seguras y saludables. Como empresa familiar propiedad de mujeres con más de una década de experiencia, nos especializamos en capacitar a los proveedores de cuidado infantil para que cumplan con la capacitación en seguridad y mejoren su estructura operativa. Las cofundadoras, Judith Vargas y Ruby Vargas, están profundamente comprometidas a colaborar con proveedores de cuidado infantil y aspirantes a profesionales de la educación infantil. Nuestro equipo está entusiasmado de conectarse con aquellos inspirados para convertirse en empresarios dedicados a servir a los niños.

 

 

 

Nota: solo se necesita inscribirse una vez para acceder a todas las clases.

Si tienes dudas o necesitas ayuda puedes llenar este formulario de interes para inscribirse a este programa: Formulario de interés

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@rencenter.org o envie mensaje de texto (415) 894-9779.

📍Coffee & Community (WBC 01/30/26)

Coffee & Community NETWORKING MIXER

Date: January 30              Location: Caffe Bianco
Kick off 2026 with purpose and connection! Join us for a Coffee & Community gathering to set intentions, celebrate the new year, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs. Enjoy a relaxed morning of coffee, light bites, and meaningful conversation…because a strong start deserves a little celebration.

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.

 

 

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

🖥️Grow Your Social Media (WBC 04/07/2026)

Learn how to make the most of the social media platforms you already use—and how to expand to new ones without extra stress. This workshop will help Excelsior and Bay Area storefronts, restaurants, and local businesses attract nearby customers, increase visibility, and turn online engagement into foot traffic. Walk away with practical tips you can use right away to promote your business and grow your community presence.

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”.

 

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

📍Legalities For Business Owners (WBC 02/09/2026)

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.

📅 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!

Existing Clients: Use Client Portal

New clients: Register as a New Client

Facilitator: Benjamin Martin

Attorney 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.

This 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

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.

📍Set Up & Grow Your Ecommerce (WBC 02/02/2026)

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.

📅 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!

Existing Clients: Use Client Portal

New clients: Register as a New Client

Facilitator: Ari Takata Vasquez

I 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.

As 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.

With 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.

This 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

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.

📍 Improve Your Business Branding Strategy (WBC 01/26/2026)

A hands-on session for existing Excelsior and Bay Area storefronts and restaurants. Strengthen or develop your strategy to build a memorable customer experience using brand identity, messaging, and customer relationship management to stand out and grow in a competitive market.

📅 Dates: Monday January 26, 2026 at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.
📍 Location:  4400 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112
🎟️ Limited spots available – reserve yours today!

Existing Clients: Use Client Portal

New clients: Register as a New Client

Facilitador:  Ari Takata Vasquez

I 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.

As 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.

With 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.

This 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

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.