In this class, government officials from the state of California and the City and County of Los Angeles will give business owners and entrepreneurs important, practical information on how to “make it official,” obtain business licenses, comply with local tax requirements, and follow COVID-19 reopening requirements. Class covers: How to comply with state and local […]

This is an online class. The Zoom link will be emailed one day prior to event and/or upon registration. Topics covered will be from market and industry research, marketing mix, customer service, the elements of a marketing plan, and how to leverage your veteran status. This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. You can […]

This introductory seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. We cover how to get started in government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. You can register by clicking HERE.

Small Business Expo is Los Angeles's BIGGEST business networking & educational event for Small Business Owners & Entrepreneurs. Come join other passionate Los Angeles Business Owners and learn how to increase revenue & grow your business. This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. You can register by clicking HERE.

This interactive 3-week training series, presented at no-cost, is designed to help small business contractors learn techniques, principles, as well as best practices and lessons learned when doing work with the County of Los Angeles. Space is limited. One person per firm. You must attend all 3 sessions and possess a valid and current contractor's license. […]

Getting your start to government contracting? This session is for you! This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. You can register by clicking HERE.

MetroConnect Lunch & Learn with The PRIMES Series: TRC Companies will be our guest at the Quarterly session of Metro's "Lunch & Learn" with the Primes series - a training and capacity-building program for small businesses. LA Metro’s Diversity & Economic Opportunity Department (DEOD) seeks to enable small businesses to engage in an informal setting. […]

Interested in Government Contracting? The Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the SoCal Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) are collaborating to bring you this informational workshop! This event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. You can register by clicking HERE.

Government contracts are a tremendous financial opportunity for small businesses, and the U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses. The SBA has several contracting assistance programs, […]

Business entities come in many shapes and sizes, and choosing the right one can avoid serious tax and liability consequences. Learn which business entity is right for you, how to prepare and file incorporation documents, and why supposed "formalities" like corporate by-laws can be so important to your business success. This event is FREE, but […]

This is Week 1 of the GET CONTRACT READY with the COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Training Series. Registration Deadline: September 8, 2022. This interactive 3-week training series, presented at no-cost, is designed to help small business contractors learn techniques, principles, as well as best practices and lessons learned when doing work with the County of […]

The Regional Contractor Development and Bonding Program (CDABP) is designed to assist contractors with their bonding capacity and business growth. In this webinar, participants will hear first-hand from County and Metro representatives regarding upcoming construction project opportunities. If you're interested in the following, this webinar is for you: • Doing business with the County and […]