The Business Lab

Strong Businesses.
Strong Communities.
Stronger Los Angeles.

Through training, advisory services, and strategic connections,
we help businesses access capital, customers, contracts, and markets.

2,045+
Businesses Served
Year Over Year
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Cost Business Advising
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Core Growth Pathways

COURSES

Short courses that break down complex business topics into simple, practical steps.

QUICK RESOURCES

Grab checklists, guides, and templates you can start using today.

MASTERCLASSES

Hear directly from experts as they share real-world tips, strategies, and lessons learned.

LIVE EVENTS

Connect with other business owners, learn from specialists, and discover new opportunities.

Learn At Your Own Pace

COURSES

Download & go

QUICK RESOURCES

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2026 World Cup Quick Start Business Guide

Government Contracting Guide with Q & A

Start Your Nonprofit: A Step-By-Step Guide

EXPERT GUIDANCE

MASTERCLASSES


Learn directly from industry experts. Our Masterclasses feature guest instructors with deep, specialized expertise who share practical strategies, real-world insights, and actionable guidance on today’s most important business topics.

Marketing Masterclass
Get Seen.
Get Customers. Grow Your business

Procurement Masterclass: Securing The Bag
How to land government and corporate contracts

Utilities Savings Masterclass
Lower your business utility costs with LADWP & SCE

Financial Readiness Masterclass

Know your Numbers

Coming Soon!

Acquisitions Masterclass

buying businesses to grow yours

Coming Soon!

Succession Planning Masterclass

Preparing for the next Chapter

Coming Soon!

LIVE BUSINESS EVENTS

Business growth hub

Free tools, training, resources, and expert guidance to help your business access capital, win contracts, attract customers, and grow revenue.

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