Small Business Development
Workshops & Events
Get started with one of our Workshops or attend a sponsored Event.
Wed, Aug 06

Franchise 101: Is your Business Ready?
03:30PM - 05:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: FREE
🚀 Ready to Turn Your Business into the Next Big Franchise?
Join us for Franchise 101: Is Your Business Ready? — a free, info-packed workshop that will walk you through the ins and outs of franchising. Whether you're curious or committed, this is your chance to get real insights from industry pros… more
Wed, Aug 13

LLC Launch Lab
12:00PM - 01:30pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 100
🔹Get an overview of LLCs to help you to make this decision 🗒️✍️.
Note‼️:
a) The cost does not include the $50 fee per application.
b) A meeting is required with one of our counselors prior to taking this class.
🔹To request a meeting visit the following link:
https://clients.arizonasbdc.com/reg… more
Mon, Aug 18

Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop
03:45PM - 04:45pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: FREE
The Small Business Development Center is pleased to assist our future entrepreneurs!
This workshop offers training in:
Taking initiative
Resources for turning a hobby into a business
Creatively seeking out business opportunities
Communicating effectively and marketing oneself and ideas
Wed, Aug 27

Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: FREE
No Cost Google Business Profile Workshop – Register Today!
Looking to improve your business’s online visibility? Join us for a no-cost, hands-on webinar where you'll learn how to create, manage, and optimize your Google Business Profile from start to finish.
Thu, Aug 28

LLC Launch Lab
03:00PM - 04:30pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 100
🔹Get an overview of LLCs to help you to make this decision 🗒️✍️.
Note‼️:
a) The cost does not include the $50 fee per application.
b) A meeting is required with one of our counselors prior to taking this class.
🔹To request a meeting visit the following link:
https://clients.arizonasbdc.com/reg… more
Wed, Sep 10

Cultivating the Future: Plan, Pitch & Prosper 2025 Pitch Competition
03:30PM - 05:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 125
🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs and innovators! 🌱💡
Do you have a game-changing idea or a business ready to scale? The Plant, Pitch & Prosper Pitch Competition 2025 is your chance to showcase your venture, gain exposure, and compete for exciting opportunities! 🏆
📢 OPEN TO ALL INDUSTRIES! Whether… more
Thu, Sep 11

LLC Launch Lab
12:00PM - 01:30pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 100
🔹Get an overview of LLCs to help you to make this decision 🗒️✍️.
Note‼️:
a) The cost does not include the $50 fee per application.
b) A meeting is required with one of our counselors prior to taking this class.
🔹To request a meeting visit the following link:
https://clients.arizonasbdc… more
Wed, Sep 24

LLC Launch Lab
12:00PM - 01:30pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 100
🔹Get an overview of LLCs to help you to make this decision 🗒️✍️.
Note‼️:
a) The cost does not include the $50 fee per application.
b) A meeting is required with one of our counselors prior to taking this class.
🔹To request a meeting visit the following link:
https://clients.arizonasbdc… more

Cultivating the Future: Workshop #1 2025 Pitch Competition
03:30PM - 05:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 125
🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs and innovators! 🌱💡
Do you have a game-changing idea or a business ready to scale? The Plant, Pitch & Prosper Pitch Competition 2025 is your chance to showcase your venture, gain exposure, and compete for exciting opportunities! 🏆
📢 OPEN TO ALL… more
Thu, Sep 25

Social Media 101 for Entrepreneurs
02:00PM - 03:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Quartzsite Learning CenterFee: 10
🚨 Calling all entrepreneurs and small biz dreamers! 🚨
Are you ready to level up your online game? 📱💥
Join us for Social Media 101 for Entrepreneurs – the ultimate beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you build your business presence online ! 💼✨
Wed, Oct 08

Cultivating the Future: Workshop #2 2025 Pitch Competition
03:30PM - 05:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 125
🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs and innovators! 🌱💡
Do you have a game-changing idea or a business ready to scale? The Plant, Pitch & Prosper Pitch Competition 2025 is your chance to showcase your venture, gain exposure, and compete for exciting opportunities! 🏆
📢 OPEN TO ALL… more
Tue, Oct 21

Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: 125
🚀 Calling all entrepreneurs and innovators! 🌱💡
Do you have a game-changing idea or a business ready to scale? The Plant, Pitch & Prosper Pitch Competition 2025 is your chance to showcase your venture, gain exposure, and compete for exciting opportunities! 🏆
📢 OPEN TO ALL… more
Thu, Oct 23

Cultivating the Future: 2025 Pitch Competition
04:00PM - 06:00pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Invitation Only, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Yuma CampusFee: 40
You are invited to join us at the Final 2025 Pitch Competition!🌟
Be part of the energy—cheer on local talent, connect with innovators, and see the next big ideas come to life! You won’t want to miss this electrifying event!
✅During the pitch competition, help us cheer on and vote for the crowd… more
Mon, Nov 03

Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop
03:45PM - 04:45pm
Open to: Everyone, Faculty, General Public, Prospective Students, Staff, StudentsLocation: Reskilling & Technology CenterFee: FREE
The Small Business Development Center is pleased to assist our future entrepreneurs!
This workshop offers training in:
Taking initiative
Resources for turning a hobby into a business
Creatively seeking out business opportunities
Communicating effectively and marketing oneself and ideas