Palmdale Offers Free, Bilingual Business Workshops to Local Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses

PALMDALE, CA – The City of Palmdale is pleased to help local entrepreneurs market, plan and innovate with a series of new spring workshops presented by the Small Business Development Center. The three workshops will be offered in English and Spanish at no cost, providing accessible resources for business owners at every stage of growth.

The workshops will take place at the City’s Development Services building, 38250 Sierra Highway, and cover essential tools for modern business success. 

“Supporting our business community is essential to our City’s economic vitality,” said Mayor Eric Ohlsen. “These workshops represent our ongoing commitment to provide local business owners with the resources they need to succeed. By partnering with the Small Business Development Center, we’re creating pathways for entrepreneurs to strengthen their businesses, reach new customers and build lasting success within Palmdale. Whether someone is preparing to launch their first venture or scaling an established business, these opportunities will help them move forward with confidence.”

The workshop schedule includes essential information, including:

• March 24: Getting your Business on Google - Learn how to establish and optimize your business presence on Google to increase visibility and attract local customers.

• April 7: Artificial Intelligence 101 for Your Business - Explore the practical applications of AI for everyday business operations.

• April 14: Business Planning Canvas as a Tool - How to map out your goals, identify key resources and develop actionable strategies for growth.

All classes are offered from 11 a.m.-noon in English and noon-1 p.m. in Spanish. Light refreshments will be served.

“The Small Business Development Center workshops provide business owners with concrete resources to improve their operations and bottom lines,” said Mayor Pro Tem Austin Bishop. “From digital marketing strategies to practical AI use and planning frameworks, these sessions deliver measurable value for our City’s entrepreneurial community. Palmdale’s partnership supports our broader economic development goals by helping local businesses become more competitive and sustainable.”

The Small Business Development Center is administered by College of the Canyons for North Los Angeles County and funded, in part, through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The City of Palmdale and the Small Business Development Center have cultivated a partnership to provide resources to local business owners.

Registration is required. To register or learn more about all the resources available for entrepreneurs, visit www.CityofPalmdaleCA.gov/SBA or call Economic Development at 661/267-5125.