Upcoming Events

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Find the information and resources you need to grow your business at a FREE Third Wednesday Workshop at the MLK Library or a virtual training.

Check the full event schedule

Third Wednesday Workshops

Event On,Jul17

US Gov. Grants Funding (SBIR/STTR) 2024

Event starts at:,3:00PM - 5:00PMEvent is located at:,Online Meeting (Live)
Event On,Aug21

Demystifying the Patent Process

Event starts at:,3:00PM - 5:00PMEvent is located at:,Online Meeting (Live)
Event On,Sep18

Dollop Gourmet: The recipe for a successful business

Event starts at:,3:00PM - 5:00PMEvent is located at:,Online Meeting (Live)

Silicon Valley SBDC Business Bootcamp '24

Silicon Valley SBDC Business Bootcamp '24

Launch your business in 4 weeks with SVSBDC!

The SVSBDC Business Bootcamp is an introductory course providing basic knowledge of the business startup process as facilitated by the Silicon Valley SBDC. Our work together will focus on the startup process, through a 4-week program consisting of 3 hours of dedicated time each week, including 90 minutes of classroom training and 60 minutes of work with a no-fee consultant provided by Silicon Valley SBDC Network. Learners are expected to complete all 4 classes, complete a business plan, and launch their business. For more information, visit our Registration page below!

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Past Events

Building Your Authentic Personal Brand

The May 15 workshop discussed the importance of authenticity in personal branding.

The Inclusivity Project Capital Summit: Unlock Your Potential

The event focused on connecting with the right people to secure funding and insight.

How to Raise Capital for Your Company

The Apr. 15 workshop focused on strategies for raising capital: what types of money you can raise, how to talk to investors and/or banks, and the process.

How to Build a Startup Funding Strategy

The Feb. 15 workshop featured more advice from Sam Wong, CEO of Fundable Startups, on how to increase startup payout by raising funds strategically.

Raising Pre-Seed/Seed Startup Funds

The Jan. 18 workshop featured Sam Wong, CEO of Fundable Startups, sharing his advice on raising pre-seed / seed startup funds.

The VC Playbook

The Nov. 16 workshop featured three starup and venture capital veterans who shared their expertise on finding and being prepared to achieve equity financing.

Filing Patent Applications

The Oct. 19 workshop covered detalis of filing provisional and non-proficional patent applications with speakers from the USPTO.

Intellectual Property Protection

The Sep. 21 workshop featured an overview of intellectual property protection with a speakers from the USPTO and a local patent attorney.

AR Factoring/ Finance

The Aug. 17 workshop featured MarbleBridge Funding, discussing Accounts Receivable finance/factoring and how it can help businesses.

Design for Manufacturing

The Jul. 20 workshop featured PortLabs, discussing the design process: how to set parameters, scope the project and build an execution plan.

16 Startups

On Jul. 18, SJSU and the SBDC, along with SmartGate VC and HyeTech hosted 16 startups from Eastern Europe. 

EmPowered to Serve

The Jun. 15 workshop featured the American Heart Assn. discussing their Business Accelerator Grants and health equity.