USPTO resources for inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs

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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides a wealth of resources. Join us if you want to learn more about how to protect your intellectual property and where to get help. Learn about these various resources, many of which are free, and utilize them as you begin or continue down your path of [...]

Trade Finance Tools

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Thursday, October 14, 2021 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST This webinar will discuss finance challenges and solutions available to U.S. manufacturers. It will include a panel discussion with public- and private-sector partners about ways to ensure businesses have the working capital needed to fulfill sales orders as well as the export credit insurance needed [...]

COVID-19 Equitable Economic Recovery for Cities, Local Governments, and Municipalities

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With funds from the American Rescue Plan coming into cities and municipalities, the 2021 Equitable Economic Recovery Toolkit is filled with wonderful tips and tools and outlines how local governments can effectively use their resources to support economic development in communities hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic. This webinar will explore a new version of [...]

Hiring with Conviction: Creating an Inclusive Workplace for System-impacted People

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This October, the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) will host Hiring with Conviction: Creating an Inclusive Workplace for System-impacted People, a webinar featuring guest panelists to discuss the value of Fair Chance talent in the workplace. Panelists and their presentations include Branden Butler from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing to present on [...]

Your Way Into International Taxation

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International Taxation has always been one of the most complicated topics and poses many challenges for the exporting businesses. Please join us in this webinar to learn more. We will have an expert joining us to talk about the topic and dive in-depth about the international taxation for digital services: Overview of the current international tax [...]

Patent basics

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Do you want to learn the basic facts about patents? Join us as we explore the different types of patents, including utility, design, and plant. You will discover the difference between both provisional patent applications and non-provisional patent applications, and how to use them. Further, you will learn about the process of patent prosecution, the [...]

Supply Chain Solutions

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Thursday, October 21, 2021 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST This webinar will feature a discussion facilitated by the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) focused on supply chain solutions for small and medium-sized manufacturers. Seasoned manufacturers will discuss how to improve operations, reduce costs, and mitigate risk through effective supply chain management.

Cybersecurity Awareness – A Guide to Safeguarding Your Business

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Date: 10/21/21 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (PDT) Status: Open - 100 places remaining Registration Deadline: 10/21/21 8:00 AM (PDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Danielle Sparks (619) 258-3670 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Technology Description:   Learn tips for safe, secure, and effective remote working. This class provides information on cyber-fundamentals, best practices for [...]

Free Small Business Webinar with Controller Yee and the City of San Jose

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Please join State Controller Betty T. Yee and the City of San Jose for a FREE small business webinar. Learn about state and local programs available to small businesses. The following agencies will be on hand with information and will take audience questions: - U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) - California Department of General Services [...]