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.

FREE Tech Training for Small Biz & Start-Ups

Take your business to the next level with FREE technology training through California Resources and Training (CARAT). 
CARAT was founded in 1994 to integrate and build the capacity of the technical assistance industry in California. They will provide free technology training to small businesses through March 2012, covering topics such as:

·        Collaboration Management

·        Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

·        E-Marketing

·        E-Commerce

·        E-Procurement

·        Online Communications

·        Online Financial Management

·        Purchasing and Inventory Management

·        Website Development

·        Project Management Tools.

These trainings are designed for Existing Small Businesses, Home Based Businesses, Microenterprises, and Start Up Businesses. 
You can benefit by getting big business solutions for your small business, expanding your market presence, reaching new customers, managing operations, and making money through investment in technology. 

Visit http://www.caratnet.org for the training calendar featuring both web-based and classroom sessions near you.