Digital Marketing for Women-Owned Businesses
2026-03-26 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This series provides a comprehensive roadmap for creating & executing a strategic marketing plan, covering audience development, digital marketing channels, & business growth strategies. It also includes practical guidance for seasonal campaigns, re-engagement efforts, & building a structured 2027 content plan & calendar.
2/26/2026 | Marketing Plan 101 – Create Your Roadmap to Success: Feeling overwhelmed by marketing options & unsure where to invest your time & money? This workshop helps you focus on strategies that actually work for your business.
3/26/2026 | Defining Your Audience – The Power of Buyer Personas: What is a Buyer Persona? Is a semi-fictional representation of your ideal customer based on market research & real data about your existing customers.
4/23/2026 | Social Media Essentials – Picking the Right Platforms for Your Business: This class covers social media basics & trends to help business owners grow their presence.
5/28/2026 | E-Mail Marketing Essentials: Email marketing delivers strong ROI, but success depends on targeted campaigns. This workshop covers techniques to help improve your email marketing results.
6/25/2026 | From Networking to New Business – LinkedIn Essentials: LinkedIn is a key B2B platform for reaching senior decision-makers, staying on top of industry trends, & connecting with high-value clients.
7/23/2026 | The Power of Connections – Leveraging Networking: The Power of Connections provides a practical guide to mastering it across industries.
8/27/2026 | Blog to Grow – Why Blogging is a Small Business Power Tool: Why blogging remains important, how it boosts traffic, SEO, & trust & how to repurpose posts for social media, email, & promotions.
9/24/2026 | Marketing Strategies to Sleigh the Holiday Season: Learn to create a streamlined holiday marketing plan that saves time, engages customers, & maximizes seasonal results.
10/29/2026 | How to Re-Engage Your Inactive Email Subscribers: Learn strategies to engage inactive email subscribers & encourage them to open, read & click your emails in
11/19/2026 | From Ideas to Execution: 2027 Marketing Content Planning + Calendar Walkthrough: Learn an easy method to plan your 2027 marketing & customize the provided content calendar for your business.

Hack the Bank: Strategic Financing for Growth & Contracts
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00
Moving beyond “credit repair” and “basic requirements” to actionable strategies for funding growth and executing on government contracts.

Port of Long Beach
2026-03-25 15:00
Bid Date: March 25, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT
Bid Project: On-Call Sediment, Water Quality, and Biological Resources Professional Services

Port of Long Beach
2026-03-25 15:00
Bid Date: March 25, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT
Bid Project: EP-26-01 On-Call CEQA, NEPA, and California Coastal Act Professional Services

Small Business Legal Essentials Webinar Series
2026-03-25 11:00 - 12:00
Stay compliant, protect your business, and make informed decisions with this practical legal webinar series designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups.
Upcoming Sessions:

March 25 | 11:00 AM Commercial Leasing Understand commercial lease terms, negotiations, common pitfalls, and how to protect your business before signing a lease.
April 22| 11:00 AM Contracts Discover the key elements of strong contracts, common mistakes to avoid, and how to protect your business relationships and revenue.
May 27 | 11:00 AM Intellectual Property (IP) Learn how to protect your brand, ideas, trademarks, copyrights, and creative assets from infringement.

*The Zoom webinar link will be sent with reminder emails before the event.
*Brought to you with the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) and BusinessSource Hollywood Region (operated by PACE Business Development Center).

Leadership That Lasts: The Power of Resilience, Integrity, and Authentic Voice
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
The following series will equip you with practical tools to prevent burnout, strengthen leadership skills, and lead with authenticity—helping you perform at your best while inspiring those around you:
01/27/2026 Burnout: Prevent Burnout & Sustain High Performance

What is burnout and the causes and effects of it
Practical strategies to strengthen professional and personal efficiency and improve your brain, body, and performance
How to reset your mind and build high-performance routines — sustainably
What elite performers do differently to stay ahead without burning out

02/24/2026 Leadership Development Webinar: Building Trust, Communication, and Impact

The 3 biggest mistakes leaders make—and how to avoid them
How to create a culture of trust and accountability in your team
Practical frameworks to improve communication and decision-making
The mindset shifts that turn good managers into great leaders

03/24/2026 Authentic Leadership Webinar: Lead from Within

Reconnect with your deeper purpose – beyond roles and titles
Reclaim your power from people-pleasing, burnout, and perfectionism
Cultivate presence that inspires trust and moves people without force
Lead with alignment, not exhaustion

TKE Engineering, Inc.
2026-03-20 17:00
Bid Date: March 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM PT
Bid Project: French Valley Area Recycled Water Gap Pipelines
NAICS Codes: 541380, 561990, 237120, 238190

FILANC
2026-03-19 13:00
Bid Date: March 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT
Bid Project: City of Redlands WWTP Upgrades Phase 2; No. 521006
NAICS Codes: 237110, 236210, 237310, 237990, 238110, 238120, 238160, 238220, 238320, 238910

Weka, Inc.
2026-03-19 10:00
Bid Date: March 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT
Bid Project: PWG126-ADMIN-6299 Grove Basin Storm Drain / County of San Bernardino
NAICS Code: 237110

Innovative Construction Solutions
2026-03-19
Bid Date: March 19, 2026
Bid Project: Redlands WWTP Upgrades Phase II

DEO's Shop Local Business Lab Series
2026-03-18 16:00 - 19:30 | Long Beach Accelerator (Skipper Conference Room – Main Event Room), 245 E. 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
DEO’s Shop Local Business Lab Series is an interactive experience where small business owners and entrepreneurs can engage in workshops led by subject matter experts to develop strategies and skills that advance their growth and competitiveness. Whether you’re just starting your digital journey or ready to automate and scale, this lab will equip you with the tools and network needed to innovate with confidence.

Bet Tzedek Webinar Series: The Small Business Compliance & Legal Foundation Series
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:00
Launching a small business involves navigating complex legal and financial landscapes. This series provides essential, practical overviews on California tax regulations, entity choice, contracts, employment law, and intellectual property to help small business owners start and run their operations successfully and compliantly.

2026 California Supplier Diversity Symposium
2026-03-18 08:00 - 14:00 | Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Brought to you by the Statewide Coalition on Diversity Initiatives in partnership with the City of Pasadena, this event is focused on increasing the economic impact of California’s small and/or diverse businesses by expanding their access to business resources and procurement opportunities.

SUKUT Construction
2026-03-17 15:00
Bid Date: March 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT
Bid Project: RFP titled Syphon Reservoir Improvement Project, Project No. 03808
NAICS Codes:

SUBS / SERVICE PROVIDERS

CODE

SUPPLIERS

CODE

Asphalt Paving

237310

Aggregates

423320

CCTV Video Inspection

238990

Asphalt

423320

Concrete Flatwork

238110

Concrete R/M

423320

Erosion Control

561730

Equipment Rental

532411

Landscaping

561730

Erosion Control

423990

Potholing

238910

Misc. Metals

238120

Saw Cutting

561990

Pipeline Materials

423990

Street Sweeping

488490

Precast Concrete Structures

238120

SWPPP

541620

Trucking

484220

Video Recording of Existing Conditions

541611

Clear & Grub

238910

Reinforcing Steel

238120

Steel Pipe Welding

238190

Jack Welded Steel Pipe

237310

Construction Engineeing and Inspection Services

541330

Fencing & Metal Beam Guard Rail

238990

Land Surveying

541990

J.F. Shea Construction
2026-03-17 10:00
Bid Date: March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT
Bid Project: PIPELINE 5 RELINING OCEANSIDE 5 FLOW CONTROL FACILITY TO HUCKLEBERRY LANE SPECIFICATION 682
NAICS Codes:

Work Item

NAIC Code

UNSPSC Code

AC Paving

237310

72141103

Aggregates

238910

30111800

Cathodic Protection

238190

20143702

Demolition

238910

72141510

Fencing

238990

30152000

Metal Doors/Frames/Hardware

238290

72152404

Miscellaneous Metals

238120, 423510

31281701

Painting & Coatings

238320

72151300, 31211504, 31211522

Ready-Mix Concrete

327320, 423320

30111505

Revegetation

561730

72102902, 70131503

Reinforcing Steel

238120

30103623

Sealants

238390, 238990

31201700

Structural Steel

238120

72152900

Traffic Control

238990

46161500

Port of Long Beach
2026-03-16 16:00
Bid Date: March 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM PT
Bid Project: EP-26-01 On-Call CEQA, NEPA, and California Coastal Act Professional Services

Skanska
2026-03-16 16:00
Bid Date: March 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Syphon Reservoir Improvements Project, Irvine, CA | Irvine Ranch Water District, Project No. 03808

F W Carson Co
2026-03-16 14:00
Bid Date: March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Madden Creek Water System Improvement Project, Phase 4, Tahoe City, CA

RaPiD Construction, Inc.
2026-03-16
Bid Date: March 16, 2026
Bid Project: Madden Creek Water System Improvement Project Phase 4
NAICS Codes: 237110, 237990

DEO's Shop Local Business Lab Series
2026-03-12 09:00 - 12:30 | The Salvation Army Siemon Family Youth & Community Center, 7651 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90001, United States

From Survival to Scale: How Capital Changes the Game for Small Businesses
2026-03-11 13:00 - 14:00
It’s important for business owners to have a strong understanding of capital and banking services to make smart decisions for the future of their business. Understanding your options will help you prepare to take full advantage of current opportunities and those that emerge in the coming years.

2026 Procurement Series: Contracting and Procurement by the State of California
2026-03-10 10:00 - 11:30
This series is designed to equip small business owners with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to succeed in identifying and applying for procurement opportunities with the State of California:

Session 1: How to Do Business with the State of California
Session 2: Becoming a Certified Small Business or DVBE
Session 3: I’m Certified, Now What

The Blueprint for Profitable Growth by Business Beyond the Shoebox
2026-03-10 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for a 4-part session on Designing Your Sustainable Business Success:

Mar 10, 2026 – Profitability by Design: The Laws of Profitability – Businesses built with the timeless Laws of Profitability will deliver predictable and sustainable rewards!
Apr 14, 2026 – Profitability By Design: Time Management – How to use clarity, focus and action to get more stuff done and still have time for you!
May 12, 2026 – The 90-Day Micro Strategy – When you use winning formulas, you can produce transformational results in 90 days or less!
May 14, 2026 – Hiring Help to Grow Your Business – Employees & Independent Contractors – Compliance guidelines and best practices for getting the help you need to grow your business.

Everport Terminal Services
2026-03-06 17:00
Bid Date: March 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Request for Proposals for Zero-Emission Battery Electric Top Handlers at the Port of Los Angeles

Aldridge Electric, Inc.
2026-03-06 14:00
Bid Date: March 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: K-Line TPSS #4 and #7, Los Angeles CA | Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA)
NAICS Codes: Electrical Material Supply (NAICS 423610), Hydro Vac Services (NAICS 238910 or 237990), Traffic Control Services (NAICS 561990), Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), Excavation (NAICS 238910), Cable Pulling & Terminations (NAICS 237310 or 238210), Rigging (NAICS 238290), Foundation Work (NAICS 238110 or 238190), Restoration (NAICS 236220), Grounding Testing, Electrical Testing & Commissioning (NAICS 238210), Quality Control (NAICS 924110)

Series 2: Your Digital Presence Toolkit by Harmony 3 Productions
2026-03-05 13:00 - 14:00
Your online presence is how people see and connect with you. In this series, we’ll focus on LinkedIn, AI avatars, Canva, and easy-to-use content tools. Each session helps you sharpen your visibility, credibility, and creativity without adding stress.

Thu, Jan 22, 2026 | LinkedIn Edge: Stand Out & Get Found LinkedIn is more than a résumé—it’s a platform to grow your business.
Thu, Feb 5, 2026 | Beyond the Selfie: Building a Talking AI Avatar Discover how to create a digital version of yourself that looks and sounds like you—without being on camera using tools like HeyGen and ElevenLabs.
Thu, Feb 19, 2026 | Canva for Business Learn how to use Canva to create professional, branded visuals for social posts, flyers, and presentations.
Thu, Mar 5, 2026 | Content Made Simple: Easy Tools to Show Up Online This session will show you easy-to-use tools and strategies to simplify the process.

Shimmick Construction Company, Inc.
2026-03-04 17:00
Bid Date: March 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM PT *Bids should be received no later than 12:00 PM on March 4, 2026
Bid Project: East County Advanced Water Purification Project – Package 5 – Phase 2
