Showing posts with label SBA. Show all posts
Showing posts with label SBA. Show all posts

Friday, June 27, 2014

SACC Small Business Resource Center

The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to connecting businesses to the resources needed to be successful. They have partnered with organizations such as the Sacramento Kings, SMUD, and Sacramento Regional Transit District to ensure their members have access to the right opportunities.

The SACC Service Center provides workshops, referrals to SBA/SBDC counselors, access to loan opportunities, certification services, and the opportunity to connect to Asian Chamber partners and procurement contracts.

Contact Maria Baptista for more information at 916-446-7883 or mbaptista@sacasiancc.org.

Thursday, November 7, 2013

FREE Workshops: Build & Finance Your Biz

ACE Workshop: Building Business
Friday, November 22, 2013
9:00 am-10:30 am
at Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
1491 River Park Dr, Ste 101, Sacramento.

Do you have an idea for a business, but don't know how to make it happen? This workshop will cover the basics from applying for a business license to setting up shop.

Register: http://sacramentohispanicchamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/ace-workshop-building-business-2148

Information: 916-486-7700
FREE for SHCC members, $20 for non-members.



ACE Workshop: Financing Options with SBA and SAFE Credit Union
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
9:00 am-10:30 am
at Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
1491 River Park Dr, Ste 101, Sacramento.

Info from the SBA on how financing is obtained to start or expand a business. Learn what attracts a lender to want to do business with a business owner. Learn how targeting the right lender can increase your chance in obtaining a loan. Learn how to plan a good strategy for obtaining a loan. And find out about the free resources available to you to help you get a loan.

Register: http://sacramentohispanicchamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/ace-workshop-financing-options-with-sba-and-safe-credit-union-2253

Information: 916-486-7700
FREE for SHCC members, $20 for non-members

Monday, July 1, 2013

What Are the Top Five Disaster Risks to Small Businesses?

Two major challenges small business owners face after disasters are sales losses and a diminished customer base.  In a recent survey of 7,500 small and medium sized businesses done by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), 62% said losing profits and clients was their biggest post-disaster challenge.  

Assessing your company's risks is one of the first steps in creating an effective business continuity plan.  Join Agility Recovery and the U.S. Small Business Administration on Tuesday, July 9 for an online discussion on how to protect your business before a disaster strikes.    

SBA has partnered with Agility to offer business continuity strategies at its "PrepareMyBusiness" website.  Visit www.preparemybusiness.org to access past webinars and preparedness tips. 

The SBA provides disaster recovery assistance in the form of low-interest loans to homeowners, renters, private nonprofits and businesses of all sizes. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov/disaster.

WHAT:          "The Top 5 Risks for Business Disasters in America" - A presentation followed by a question and answer session.

WHEN:          online, Tuesday, July 9, 2013, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. EDT

HOW:            Space is limited. Register at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/934008056

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Hangout with Google+ during National Small Biz Week

As part of National Small Business Week, June 17-21, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host a series of Google+ Hangouts featuring an exciting lineup of social media companies, mentorship organizations and distinguished experts.

All Google+ Hangouts will start at 4 p.m. EDT and can be watched live at:

Small business owners can tweet questions for the panelists using the hashtag #SBW2013.  No prior registration is required to watch.

Topics and panelists include:
Monday, June 17: Getting Started with Social Media - 4 p.m. EDT
Panelists from Twitter, Google, Constant Contact, and W20 Group will hang out.
Bill Murphy Jr., author and columnist for Inc.com will moderate.

Tuesday, June 18: Managing Your Business's Online Reputation - 4 p.m. EDT
Panelists from Yelp, LinkedIn, OpenSky, Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp., Google and Manta will hang out.  Rieva Lesonsky, CEO of GrowBiz Media will moderate.

Wednesday, June 19: How a Mentor Can Help Your Business - 4 p.m. EDT
Panelists from the SBA's Office of Entrepreneurial Development, Small Business Development Centers, and Women's Business Centers will hang out. Fran Tarkenton, NFL legend and entrepreneur will moderate.

Thursday, June 20:  How to Get a Business Loan - 4 p.m. EDT
Panelists from Wells Fargo, SCORE, SBA's Office of Capital Access, and SBA loan recipient Ninkasi Brewing Company will hang out. Calvin Goings, SBA's Region 10 Administrator, will moderate.