Spring 2025 Small Business Workshops
CCB License Prep & Exam … in One!
This class will prepare students to qualify for and successfully pass the Construction Contractors Board (CCB) exam required for contractor certification in Oregon. The class is taught by a certified CCB education provider and fulfills the CCB pre-exam educational requirement as stipulated by Oregon regulations. The course is unique in that participants will learn the material and take the test over the same two days. There is no textbook to purchase. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
FACILITATOR: KELLIANE PARKER
Wednesday, June 18 & Friday, June 20 • $450 • Newport
Class runs all day; please bring a sack lunch.
Arrive by 7:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Looking for the SBM?
Find information about the Small Business Management Program (and its specialty programs for Restaurant and Retail businesses, as well as Nonprofits) on this page.
Package and Save!
Take all three QuickBooks Levels for one low price! Just $175 — a $50 savings!
Quickbooks Online Level 1
For QuickBooks beginners. Learn how to use the most popular accounting software program used by small businesses. If you have never used QuickBooks or are just starting to use the program, this training is for you. Class includes setting up company files, creating a chart of accounts, adding customers, jobs, and vendors. Also covers paying for expenses, invoicing, and receiving payments.
INSTRUCTOR: NATALIE BRONSON
Tuesday, April 1 • 3-5PM • $75 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Quickbooks Online Level 2
For intermediate QuickBooks Online Users. If you have completed QuickBooks Level One, or feel you are slightly more advanced than a “new user” of QuickBooks, this training will help expand your existing base of knowledge. Class includes lessons in fundamentals of accounting, reconciling bank accounts, inventory, and running reports.
INSTRUCTOR: NATALIE BRONSON
Tuesday, April 15 • 3-5PM • $75 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Quickbooks Online Level 3
For intermediate QuickBooks Online Users. We will go through customer and vendor practical exercises, working our way through the different stages of business activity. You will learn how to use more detailed reports, how to fix mistakes, and how to utilize QBO features with your employees and subcontractors.
INSTRUCTOR: NATALIE BRONSON
Tuesday, April 29 • 3-5PM • $75 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Excel Level 1: The Basics of Excel
Gain a solid understanding of the Basics of Microsoft Excel. Learn how to navigate the Ribbon; enter and edit data; the basics of formulas and the most common functions used in the Office. Dramatically increase your efficiency and effectiveness with dozens of shortcuts, tips and tricks.
INSTRUCTOR: JOSIAH DEAN
Monday, April 21 • 11am-12:30pm • $25 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Excel Level 2: Tips and Tricks for Intermediate Excel
Go even farther with Microsoft Excel. Get insights into new and advanced functions, show off your data with charts and graphs, and learn how to integrate Excel with other programs.
INSTRUCTOR: JOSIAH DEAN
Monday, April 28, 11am-12:30pm • $25 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Search Engine Optimization
Unlock the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and take your website to new heights in search engine rankings! SEO is the practice of optimizing on-site and off-site factors to get websites higher visibility in search results in Google, Bing, and other search engines In this dynamic, two-hour class we will break down the process of SEO into a three phased approach: Technical SEO, Content Optimization, and Website Promotion. Covering essential tactics for each phase of SEO and teaching students how to optimize their websites for better visibility, improve the number of visitors, and increase revenue from organic search for their businesses. By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear roadmap to improve your website’s performance, increase organic traffic, and boost your business’s bottom line.
INSTRUCTOR: SHAWN LIVENGOOD
TUESDAY, MARCH 18 • 9-11AM • $25 • LINCOLN CITY
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Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
In this new (and no cost!) workshop, you’ll learn the top risks small businesses face in cybersecurity and some best practices and operating procedures to both avoid, and respond to, threats and attacks.
INSTRUCTOR: JACOB DUNAWAY
THURSDAY, APRIL 24 | 8:30-10AM
LIVE, VIA ZOOM | FREE
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Ai in Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
Explore the ways you can harness Artificial Intelligence tools to improve your business’ cybersecurity. The workshop will also examine the flip side of this shiny new coin, too, exploring new threats emerging Ai technologies can pose to small businesses.
INSTRUCTOR: JACOB DUNAWAY
THURSDAY, MAY 15 | 8:30-10AM | LIVE, VIA ZOOM | FREE
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How to Start a Restaurant
Two part workshop on how to make money feeding people. For all types of operations including food trucks, cafes, catering and fine dining, we’ll cover developing your concept, building a financial foundation, and creating a marketing strategy for your new coastal enterprise.
Instructors: Leslie Hildula & Natalie Bronson | $45
Mondays, March 31 & April 7 | 4-7pm | Live, via Zoom
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Capital Access:
Non-Traditional Funding
Wondering if your business or business idea is “bankable”? In this workshop, led by Oregon Coast SBDC Director Gregory Price, you’ll learn about different sources of capital for pre-venture and existing businesses. Participants will explore what lenders are looking for when qualifying loans, and how business owners can best position themselves for funding. The workshop will also explain the pros and cons of different sources of capital. Participants will learn about non-traditional funding models, including how and when to best leverage them, as well as discover what resources exist locally to support business owners seeking to access capital.
INSTRUCTOR: GREGORY PRICE
TUESDAY, APRIL 8 | 3-5PM | LIVE, VIA ZOOM | $25 {NOTE CORRECTED DATE; DIFFERS FROM PRINTED SCHEDULE}
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Fundamentals of Financial Statements
Do you really know how your business is doing? Understanding financial fundamentals is essential to ensuring the sustainability of your business. In this workshop, meant for established business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs alike, you will learn the key components of financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows. You’ll understand the role these statements make in decision-making for businesses and investors.
INSTRUCTOR: JOSIAH DEAN | $25
MONDAY, MAY 5 | 11AM-12:30PM | LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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Coming this summer!
Oregon Small Business Summit: Newport
Presented by Oregon Department of Administrative Services
This event is designed to empower small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, grow, and strengthen their businesses. Registration is free, space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
Attendees will participate in a morning of business-related workshops, aimed at helping small businesses build stronger relationships with community-oriented partners. Participants will also learn about the resources and opportunities available locally through City, State, Federal and Higher Education partners, including how to be certified to compete for contracts with state and federal agencies. Additionally, four Oregon Construction Contractor’s Board (CCB) continuing education credits will be offered to those attending the event.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
- Time: 8am – 1pm
- Location: Oregon Coast Community College, 400 SE College Way, Newport
- Cost: Free (Pre-registration required)
- Includes: Refreshments, presentations, lunch and workshops
Looking for more?
Find more personal enrichment and professional development courses on OCCC’s Ed2Go account! Study at your own pace or take courses scheduled for specific dates and times — all from the comfort of home!
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Student Support for Ed2Go
Students have access to our Student Support services team via the Help link at both the Online Instruction Center and within My Classroom. Questions about accessing the online classroom, changing or resetting their password, correcting their e-mail address, or any other administrative tasks can be answered by completing the Email Help Form or by emailing ed2go.support@cengage.com. Student Support is available Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm (Pacific), and via phone at 866.441.5454 option 1. Requests will be responded to within 24 business hours.