Winter 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
Thursday & Friday, March 6 & 7 • 7:30am-4:30PM • $450 • Newport
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OSHA Safety:
Continuing Education Opportunities for CCB Holders
Excavation Safety
All workers, employers, and supervisors whose jobs require them to be near excavation and trenching work will benefit from this informative one-hour course. This course goes a step beyond the basic health and safety requirements that OSHA demands and specifically focuses on the issues that occur on excavation sites every day. You’ll learn the meanings of excavation terminology, be able to identify excavation risks, and have the knowledge to help prevent occupational injuries after completing the program.
INSTRUCTOR: CHRIS JAMES, OSHA
WED., MARCH 12 • 8AM-NOON • NEWPORT
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Safety Meetings
This introductory class discusses the role and purpose for the safety meeting and/or committee; employer and employee responsibilities; and safety committee training requirements.
INSTRUCTOR: CHRIS JAMES, OSHA
WED., MARCH 12 • 1-5PM • NEWPORT
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How to Start a Food Business
Are you ready to create a new food business? Or are you looking to fine-tune and update your existing operation’s business model? This workshop is tailored to food-service start-up enterprises, whether yours is a food truck, a catering company, or sells at farmer’s markets. You could operate a bakery, a tavern, or a fast-casual or fine-dining restaurant. We will work together on your business model to include the basics on branding, writing a marketing plan, determining the feasibility of success, and establishing a financial foundation for success and growth.
INSTRUCTOR: LESLIE HILDULA
ZOOM VERSION:
2 SESSIONS • MONDAYS, FEB. 3 AND 17
4-7PM • $45 • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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IN-PERSON VERSION:
2 SESSIONS • MONDAYS, FEB. 10 AND MARCH 10
4-7PM • $45 • IN-PERSON IN NEWPORT & LIVE VIA ZOOM
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PlacerAi: What drives the traffic that drives your business?
This year, for a limited time, the SBDC has access to a powerful tool that combines actual, near-real-time mobile phone data with cutting-edge machine learning and artificial intelligence to generate accurate, actionable, and valuable data about the customers that visit your business. (Or, your competitors.) Where do those customers live? How long do they stay? Where were they before they came to your business? Where did they go next? The depth and breadth of the data available to you through this tool will astound you and can help inform efficient and effective strategic marketing decisions. This workshop will introduce the app, which is available to any business in Lincoln County during free, confidential, one-on-one advising sessions with one of our talented SBDC business advisors. Attend this workshop to learn more, or schedule your advising appointment at oregoncoast.edu/sbdc.
INSTRUCTOR: KELLIANE PARKER
TUESDAY, FEB. 4 • 9-11AM • FREE • NEWPORT
TUESDAY, FEB. 25 • 9-11AM • FREE • LINCOLN CITY
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Dream Chaser: Turning Ideas Into Startups
Dream Chaser, the SBDC’s “start-here” class for would-be business owners, is a fun and interactive workshop for anyone considering launching a business in this beautiful, seasonal, challenging, and rewarding market. You’ll learn some of the fundamentals of Oregon Coast business ownership, as well as something about what it takes to be a successful owner of a small business.
INSTRUCTOR: MICHELLE MERHIB
TUESDAY, JAN. 23 • 9-11AM • $25 • NEWPORT
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YEP (Youth Entrepreneurship Program)
This is our second year offering the Youth Entrepreneurship Program, where students will learn how to start a business and have an opportunity to pitch their idea in a “Shark Tank” event, competing for cash and scholarships.
INSTRUCTOR: KELLIANE PARKER
WEDNESDAYS, STARTING JAN. 29 • 2:30-3:30PM • FREE • NEWPORT AND LIVE VIA ZOOM
REGISTER FOR ADVISING APPOINTMENT TO START Y.E.P.:
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A Day in the Life of Disability
Get ready to embark on a transformative journey that opens your eyes to the realities faced by individuals with accessibility needs. Imagine seeing the world through their perspective—whether it’s your beloved grandmother, a courageous veteran, someone navigating the challenges of long COVID, or the unique experiences that come with aging. This is your chance to expand your understanding and enrich your everyday life in ways you never thought possible. Join us for an adventure that promises to inspire, educate, and empower.
INSTRUCTOR: TAYLOR YOUNT
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 • 5-6:30PM • $25 • NEWPORT
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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, Feb. 4 • 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, Feb. 18 • 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, march 4 • 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, FEB. 24 • 2:30-4PM • $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, MARCH 3 • 2:30-4PM • $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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Licencias requeridas para trabajos de construccion de jardineria
INSTRUCTOR: PERSONAL, JUNTA DE CONTRATISTAS DE PAISAJISMO DE OREGÓN
FECHA Y HORA POR CONFIRMAR • GRATIS • LINCOLN CITY
La fecha y hora se anunciarán pronto en oregoncoast.edu/sbdc.
Como Empezar un Negocio en Oregon
Tienes una idea de negocio y no sabes por donde comenzar? Hablaremos de como iniciar un negocio, requisitos, registraciones y puntos de contacto.
INSTRUCTOR: CARLOS MENDOZA
TUES., FEB. 11 • 2:30-4:30PM • FREE • LIVE, VIA ZOOM
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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.