Financial Bootcamp for Small Business Owners Series
2026-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This is a 4-part series on the financial fundamentals that small business owners need to know:

Sept 1, 2026: The ABC’s of Bookkeeping and Accounting
Sept 3, 2026: ABC’s of Financial Statements Continued
Sept 8, 2026: Budgeting & Cash Flow Management Made Easy
Sept 10, 2026: Forecasting & Planning for Growth

Negocio en Línea: Cómo Atraer Más Clientes con Redes Sociales (Usando Herramientas Gratis)
2026-09-03 11:00 - 12:00
Sesión 1 — Lo Esencial: Cómo Tus Clientes Te Pueden Encontrar en el Mundo Digital
Jueves, 20 de Agosto de 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Descubra dónde buscan sus clientes en línea, las 5 cosas que todo negocio necesita en internet, qué publicar sin complicarse, y errores comunes que ahuyentan a los clientes. Saldrá con un plan de acción de una semana y su primera publicación lista.
Sesión 2 — Manos a la Obra: Herramientas Gratis para Vender Más
Jueves, 3 de Septiembre de 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Un recorrido práctico por las tres herramientas gratuitas de mayor impacto: Perfil de Empresa en Google, WhatsApp Business y Canva. Aprenda para qué sirve cada una, qué información necesita, y cómo configurarlas paso a paso desde su celular.

Build Your Business Visibility
2026-09-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-15 13:00 - 14:00
This is a three-part presentation designed to improve your business visibility through effective marketing strategies. Learn practical ways to strengthen your professional presence, reach the right audience, and help more people discover what your business has to offer.
Thurs, Sept 03, 2026 | 1pm-2pm
LinkedIn Edge: Stand Out & Get Found Whether you’re looking for new clients, referral partners, or professional opportunities, LinkedIn can be one of the most valuable tools in your marketing toolbox. In this session, you’ll learn how to optimize your profile, strengthen your personal brand, and make it easier for the right people to find you.
Thurs, Sept 10, 2026 | 1pm-2pm
Video Works: Just Click Play Video continues to be one of the most effective ways to build trust, explain your products or services, and connect with potential customers. In this webinar, you’ll learn what types of videos work best for small businesses, simple techniques for creating engaging content, and practical tips for recording videos that look and sound professional.
Tues, Sept 15, 2026 | 1pm-2pm
Turning Views into Value on YouTube Learn how to create a business channel that works for you, optimize your videos so they’re easier to find, and develop content that attracts the audience you want to reach. We’ll discuss simple strategies for increasing watch time, growing subscribers, and turning viewers into customers.

Pyramid Building & Engineering, Inc.
2026-09-03 14:00
Bid Date: September 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Surface Water PFAS Removal Project No. 251 | Lake Arrowhead Community Services District

Koi Pond Entrepreneurship Program - Apply by September 4
2026-09-04
Learn how to plan, launch, and grow a sustainable business in LA County with expert guidance from AADAP and PACE Business.
The program provides entrepreneurship education, business coaching, financial capability services, technical assistance, mentorship and connections to business resources. Participants who successfully complete the program will have the opportunity to compete in the Koi Pond Fast Pitch Competition for cash awards. The program includes six (6) entrepreneurship workshops, business coaching, networking opportunities and a Fast Pitch competition. Applicants must be committed to attending all program sessions and completing required assignments.

No More Guesswork: Build Your Business the Right Way
2026-09-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-12 10:30 - 11:30 | PACE Women’s Business Center, 1055 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 900B, Los Angeles, CA, 90017, United States
Whether you’re launching a new venture or formalizing an existing one, this workshop provides clarity, guidance, and resources for success.
This interactive session will cover:

How to determine the most suitable business entity for your goals. A guide to choosing the right business structure, meeting legal requirements, and avoiding costly mistakes.
The necessary licenses and permits to operate legally, when to file, and the associated fees.
Where and from whom to get reliable answers when starting your business.
The right questions to ask before launching your venture.
How to create a clear, effective business plan to guide your growth.
Strategies for marketing your new business effectively.
How to identify legitimate grants and funding sources, avoid misleading offers, and navigate the application process.

The Customer Magnet Blueprint
2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00
Ready to attract more customers and grow your business online? Join us for our exclusive two-part marketing series and learn how to create effective Google and Facebook advertising campaigns, improve your local search visibility, and use practical, budget-friendly strategies to increase sales and reach more customers.

September 2, 2026: AI-Powered Ads That Sell – Mastering Facebook & Instagram
September 9, 2026: Google Ads That Work – Show Up When Customers Are Searching

Inland Empire Utilities Agency
2026-09-09 14:00
Bid Date: September 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: IFB-JV-26-011 Construction of the Monitoring Well ARMW-04 IEUA 1158 Reservoir Sit
NAICS Code: 213111

LAUSD SBE - Small Business Boot Camp
2026-09-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-16 17:00 - 19:00 | LAUSD Headquarters, 333 S. Beaudry Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90017, United States
Boot Camp Flyer Fall 2026

The Small Business Boot Camp is a free training offered by our Facilities Services Division and is geared toward construction contractors/subcontractors of all tiers. The focus of the boot camp is on LAUSD’s facilities construction/maintenance projects and does not address LAUSD’s procurement in the areas of Goods & Commodities or Technology.

Contact: For any questions, please contact us at 213-241-0861 or email sbe@lausd.net.

Aspen Environmental Group
2026-09-10
Bid Date: September 10, 2026
Bid Project: On-Call Environmental Documentation and Regulatory Permit Consultant Support Services for the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works (Public Works) [RFP Number: BRC0000685]

PACE Business Fair & Startup Clinic for LA-City Based Businesses
2026-09-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Pio Pico – Koreatown Branch Library, 694 S Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90005, United States
Supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners with guidance on starting, managing, and growing their businesses.

We operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Each individual is eligible to receive up to 30 minutes of free consultation services.
You are still welcome to receive assistance by scheduling a meeting with one of our counselors. Please feel free to contact us at HollywoodBSC@pacela.org to schedule an appointment or to receive additional support.
Registrant Requirements
You must meet the following requirements to qualify for services provided by the Los Angeles BusinessSource Center – Hollywood Region.

Must be a resident of the City of Los Angeles (bring a valid government-issued ID) or own a business located within the City of Los Angeles.
Proof of business (BTRC), if currently operating a business.

Location Details: Pio Pico – Koreatown Branch Public Library, Media Lab
Important Note: Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee a time slot.

Specialty Construction
2026-09-11 14:00
Bid Date: September 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Groundwater Bank Joint Powers Authority (GBJPA) | Recovery Lines for Stockdale North Wells SN-1 & SN-2

Griffith Company
2026-09-15 14:00
Bid Date: September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Gumtree and Knoll Park Pipeline Replacement Project

Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc.
2026-09-15 14:00
Bid Date: September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Port of Long Beach Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility West Expansion & Street Realignment, Project HD-S3135

FILANC
2026-09-16 16:00
Bid Date: September 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM PT
Bid Project: City of Oceanside Buccaneer Lift Station Fixed Priced Design-Build
NAICS Codes: 237110, 236210, 237990, 238110, 238120, 238130, 238140, 238150, 238160, 238220, 238310, 238320, 238910

Kiewit Infrastructure West Co.
2026-09-17 10:00
Bid Date: September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT
Bid Project: NORSD WRRP Upgrades and Expansion | North of River Sanitary District No. 1
NAICS Codes: 237310, 238110, 238120, 238290, 324121, 331511, 332999, 484220

Build Your Business Empire Mindset: Marketing, Cash Flow, Capital, and Protection
2026-09-17 13:00 - 14:00
Five Workshops to Help You Grow, Fund, and Protect Your Business:

August 20 — Your Next Level Business Build a stronger foundation for growth, leadership, and resilience.
September 17 — Marketing in a Digital World Attract more customers and strengthen your online presence.
October 15 — Navigating Your Cash Flow Improve cash flow management and make smarter financial decisions.
November 12 — The Power of Capital Understand funding options and prepare your business for financing.
December 10 — Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention Protect your business from scams, fraud, and cyber threats.

Yellow Jacket Drilling Services, LLC
2026-09-17 14:00
Bid Date: September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Monitoring Well AR-MW-04 IEUA Inland Empire Utilities Agency
NAICS Codes: 562910

Best Drilling And Pump, Inc.
2026-09-17 14:00
Bid Date: September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT *Quotes must be received by September 14, 2026
Bid Project: Monitoring Well AR-MW-04 – 1158 Reservoir Site
NAICS Codes: 238910 – Site Preparation Contractors; 238990 – Other Specialty Trade Contractors; 212321/423320 – Construction Sand and Gravel/Masonry Material Suppliers; 484220 – Specialized Freight Trucking, Local; 562111/562219 – Waste Collection, Treatment and Disposal; 562991 – Site Sanitation and Related Services; 541380 – Testing Laboratories.

J. & H. Drilling Co., Inc. dba M R Drilling
2026-09-17 14:00
Bid Date: September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT *Quotations requested by September 10, 2026
Bid Project: CONSTRUCTION OF MONITORING WELL AR-MW-04 | IEUA 1158 RESERVOIR SITE – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA
NAICS Codes: 541360, 541380, 562111, 562119, 562219, 484220, 423840, and 423390

Gregg Drilling, LLC
2026-09-17 14:00
Bid Date: September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Inland Empire Utilities Agency – Monitoring Well AR-MW-04 IEUA 1158 Reservoir Site
NAICS Codes: 237110, 562112, 561990, 541360

Weka, Inc.
2026-09-18 14:00
Bid Date: September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: JCSD Intervalley Pipeline Project / City of Jurupa & City of Fontana
NAICS Codes: 237110, 486990

Downing Construction, Inc.
2026-09-18 14:00
Bid Date: September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: Jurupa Community Services District’s Intervalley Pipeline Project
NAICS Codes:

541330 Erosion Control Engineering Services and Traffic Engineering Consulting Services
541370 Survey
541921 Preconstruction Video
484220 Trucking (Dump Truck)
238190 Pipe Welding
237310 Cold Mill and Asphalt Overlay
238210 Electrical
238210 Traffic Signal Work
237310 Striping
237110 Bore and Jack
238120 Precast Vaults
332996 Fabricated Pipe & Fittings Manufacturing
332919 Other Material Valve & Pipe Fitting Manufacturing
238990 Other Specialty Trade Contractor
561990 All Other Support Services

Vido Artukovich & Son, Inc. / Vidmar, Inc. A JV
2026-09-18 14:00
Bid Date: September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT
Bid Project: JCSD Intervalley Pipeline Project (JCSD P.N. C155003) for Jurupa Community Services District
NAICS Codes: 237110, 237130, 237310, 237990, 238990, 541990
