SBDC Eats – Hybrid, In-Person Santa Ana

Date and time

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Location

4th Street Market Place
201 East 4th Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701

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Organizer

Suzanne Cichuniec
scichuniec@fullerton.edu
800-616-7232

Host organization

OCIE Small Business Development Lead Network Center

Type of event

Resource Partner event

Event description

During the program, you will learn:

Going from Idea to Concept

  • Do you have what it takes?
  • Steps to starting your food business
  • Types of food businesses
  • Competition
  • Your niche
  • Market research

Setting up Your Business

  • What are the different business entities?
  • Pieces you need to set up your business
  • Licensing and permits

Honing In on Your Offerings

  • Your offerings
  • Recipes
  • Inventory
  • Pricing and costing

Starting to Sell

  • Cottage permits
  • Selling at events
  • Managers certification

Managing Your Business

  • Accounting methods
  • Financial projections
  • Access to capital

Getting the Word Out

  • Marketing your business
  • Establishing your online presence
  • Steps to stand out and shine in a crowded market
  • Measuring your success

Through this program, you will be aligned with one of our food consultants for personalized assistance and to discuss how to move forward toward the launch of your business. You will be required to attend all sessions in order to participate in the graduation event.

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