Oct 8th - FREE Business Seminar - 401(k) & HCR

Sept. 10th FREE Seminar: 401(k) Plans & ACA

FREE May Business Seminars

The Paychex Seminar Series presents two valuable topics in one FREE seminar.  Learn the benefits of offering a 401(k) plan for businesses of any size and how payroll- and non-payroll integrated 401(k) plans work.  You'll also learn about today's ever-changing regulatory environment and requirements from federal agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Labor (DOL).

This seminar will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, from 9 am to 12:00 pm at your local Paychex office or a nearby location.  A continental breakfast will be served. To register, visit www.paychex.com/localseminars or call toll free 877-321-8581.

"What Every Business Should Know About 401(k) Plans" is another FREE seminar offered online by Paychex.  The next session will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2012, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET.  To register, visit www.paychex.com/print/401(k)-seminar.

Upcoming Employee Turnover & 401(k) Seminars

Did you make a New Year's Resolution to learn how to manage your business better?  If you didn't, it's not too late!  Paychex is offering seminars to help you:

"The Cost of Employee Turnover" and "Tax Advantages of a 401(k) Plan"
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
In or near your local Paychex office
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (Continental breakfast will be served)
www.paychex.com/localseminars/
toll free 877-321-8581

"What Every Business Should Know About 401(k) Plans"
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Online:  2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET
www.paychex.com/print/401k-seminar/

November Events & Seminars for Small Biz

What:  The Impact of Cal/OSHA and Labor Laws on Your Business.  Free seminar sponsored by State Compensation Insurance Fund.
When:  Wednesday, November 2, 2011, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.  Registration and complimentary continental breakfast at 7:30 am.
Where:  Hilton Sacramento – Arden West, 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento.  Free parking.
How:  Register online at www.statefundca.com or by calling Steve Heller at 916-567-4800.

What:  Navigating Health Insurance Options for Businesses.  Free seminar sponsored by Paychex.
When:  Wednesday, November 2, 2011, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET. 
Where:  Online.
How:  Register at www.paychexinsurance.com/seminars.aspx

What:  The Connecting Point.  Workshops, panel discussions, small business resources and networking opportunities. Free admission.
When:  Thursday, November 3, 2011, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.  Registration is at 8:30 am. 
Where:  Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights.  Free parking.
How:  Register at www.dot.ca.gov/dist3/sbevent

What:  State of Small Business.  Leading economists and a panel of experts will speak about healthcare-related opportunities for small biz, clean tech, venture capital funding, international trade/exports, and more.
When:  Thursday, November 3, 2011, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Where:  Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights.  Free parking.
How:  Contact Gordon Hinkle at 916-446-7883 or email ghinkle@calasiancc.org.

What:  401(K) – A Retirement Plan Option and A Well Written Handbook May Help You Manage Risk.  Free seminar sponsored by Paychex. 
When:  Tuesday, November 8, 2011, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Where:  In your local Paychex office or a nearby location.
How:  Register online at www.paychex.com/localseminars or call toll free 1-877-321-8581.

What:  The 10 Components to Creating Business Success.  Hosted by the Sacramento Business Journal.  Includes training with sales expert Jason Everett, dinner, and a one-year Business Journal subscription.  
When:  Thursday, November 17, 2011, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Where:  Citizen Hotel, 926 J St., Sacramento.
How:  Contact Ruvi Bazaz at 916-558-7881 or rbazaz@bizjournals.com to register.

What:  Social Media Marketing Made Simple, presented by Karen Rice of Constant Contact and hosted by The Personal Assistant. 
When:  Friday, November 18, 2011, from noon to 2:30 pm.
Where:  Heritage Oaks Memorial Chapel and Event Center, 6920 Destiny Drive, Rocklin.
How:  Register at www.thepersonalassistant.com/news.

FREE September Seminars for Businesses

Get two valuable topics in one FREE seminar from Paychex on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.  A continental breakfast will be served.  For seminar locations and reservations, visit www.paychex.com/localseminars or call toll free 1-877-321-8581.
Top HR Issues:

• Hiring Practices
• Fair Labor Standards Act
• Employee Handbooks
• Harassment
• Family and Medical Leave Act
• Workers' Compensation
• Employee Discipline and Termination
• Protected Activities and Retaliation

Safe Harbor for 401(k) Plans:

• Non-discrimination testing
• Employer options
• Tax-deductible employer contributions

Can't attend a local seminar?  Then check out Paychex's FREE Web seminars, both live and recorded at http://www.paychex.com/.

• What Every Business Should Know About 401(k) Plans, Thursday, September 15, 2011, 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET.  Topics include the basics of 401(k) plans, advantages for businesses and participants, steps to set up an effective plan, and how a third-party administrator can simplify the process.

• Navigating Health Insurance Options for Businesses, Wednesday, September 28, 2011, 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET.  Learn about whether group or individual insurance best meets your needs and budget, how offering health insurance can benefit you and your employees, and the key considerations for an effective health insurance plan.

FREE 401(k), Payroll, HR Seminars this June

Get two valuable topics in one FREE seminar, courtesy of Paychex.  Wednesday, June 15, 2011, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.  Continental breakfast will be served.  Seating is limited so register today for a site near you at http://www.paychex.com/localseminars or telephone toll free 1-877-321-8581.

401(k) and Payroll - Working Together:

• The benefits of a 401(k) plan for businesses of all sizes
• How 401(k) plans work when they are and aren't integrated with payroll

8 Critical Areas of HR:

• Payroll
• Employee communications
• Benefits
• Worksite safety and loss prevention
• Regulations
• Interviewing and hiring
• Employee motivation and development
• Employee separation

Another FREE seminar, courtesy of Paychex, will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2011, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET.  To register for What Every Business Should Know About 401(k) Plans, visit http://www.paychex.com/seminars/401k.

Upcoming Events for Business Owners & Managers

Paychex reminds us that your annual retirement income should be at least 70 percent of your annual working income.  With the prospect of reduced pensions and social security payments, many people may face a shortfall.  A 401(k) plan can help bridge the difference.  A 401(k) plan offers a number of advantages for both your employees and your business.  Find out more through Paychex’s free webinar on Thursday, April 7, 2011 from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET at www.paychex.com/seminars/401k.

Paychex is also offering a free seminar on two topics:  The Cost of Employee Turnover and Cost-Effective Retirement Plans.  This event will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at various locations.  A continental breakfast will be served.  Space is limited, so make your reservation today by calling toll-free 1-877-321-8581 or visiting www.paychex.com/localseminars.

The Greater Sacramento Urban League invites you to their Business and Community Breakfast on Thursday, April 14, 2011, from 7:30 am to 8:45 am, at 3725 Marysville Blvd., Sacramento.  There is no cost to attend - gifts of support are welcomed. 

This event celebrates the League’s programs, services, and students.  To RSVP, please contact Lynnise Davis at 916-286-8612 or ldavis@gsul.org.

A new free online course focusing on accounting and cash flow is now available to small businesses in California.  The Accounting and Cash Flow Online Course is a collaborative effort by the Caltrans Contract Training Program, the Northeastern California Small Business Development Center – Greater Sacramento at the Los Rios Community College District, and The Federal Technology Center (The FTC).  

For more information, call The FTC at 916-334-9388 or toll-free at 866-382-7822 or visit www.TheFTC.org.