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ONLINE TRAINING

HCBDC offers custom online training to support the Humboldt alternative agriculture industry. This program is funded by the Humboldt County Headwaters Fund. It's our goal to sustain you, so make sure you let us know what business resources are most important to you.

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Past Events

Tue 23 Mar
How to vet deals in alternative agriculture
Details
Mar 23, 2021, 6:00 PM
Online
If you're looking to do business with another party, do your research first. Here are tips on vetting a business in the alternative agriculture industry. Presented by Heather Burke.
Tue 09 Mar
Business Planning for Cannabis Companies and Organizations
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Mar 09, 2021, 6:00 PM PST
Online
A business plan helps make critical decisions for your cannabis business. One-on-one mentoring after the workshop is available with Courtney Augustus from Professional Lettuce, and Nicole Riggs from Manifesto Synergies.
Wed 20 Jan
What is a brand?
Details
Jan 20, 2021, 9:00 AM
Online
Your brand is how your business is perceived by those who engage with it. Learn how to develop and promote your authentic brand. Presented by The Yak Group.
Wed 02 Dec
How to Form a Non-Profit
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Dec 02, 2020, 9:00 AM
Zoom workshop
Learn the steps to form a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation from establishing a board to a plan of operations and articles of incorporation.
Wed 18 Nov
Climate Adaptabilies for Humboldt alternative agriculture
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Nov 18, 2020, 9:00 AM
Zoom workshop
Climate modeling, vulnerabilities assessment and specific strategies to adapt sustainably. Presented by Michael Furniss, climate scientist.
Wed 11 Nov
Alternative Ag Business Accounting #2
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Nov 11, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online
How to protect your business from accounting and tax compliance pitfalls that are common to the industry
Wed 28 Oct
PR and Media training for alternative agriculture
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Oct 28, 2020, 9:00 AM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/91198489721?pwd=Y
Learn how to engage with the media to present a positive image of your alternative ag business and grow your reputation.
Wed 23 Sep
Alternative Ag Business Accounting #1
Details
Sep 23, 2020, 9:00 AM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/91198489721
Workshop on the best way to deal with COGS, 280E and accrual vs cash for your alternative agriculture business.
Tue 15 Sep
Doing Business with Tribes
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Sep 15, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
How to do business with tribes: what to avoid, what to look for and how to navigate the tribal landscape. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87010673501
Tue 08 Sep
Marketing Opportunities with Tribes
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Sep 08, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
Opportunities working with tribes: taxation, product types, joint ventures and brand transfer/licensing. ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83273259438
Tue 01 Sep
Business Finance for Alternative Ag Part 2
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Sep 01, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
Learn How to develop a 5-year pro-forma business financial plan ZOOM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84096669262
Wed 26 Aug
Red flags in distributor agreements
Details
Aug 26, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
Become familiar with common contract terms and increase your ability to identify red flags in agreements. Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/91198489721
Tue 25 Aug
Business Finance for Alternative Ag Part 1
Details
Aug 25, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
Learn the essentials of standard accounting methods & principles https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83343561389
Tue 11 Aug
Diversity Accountability Training Part 2 - by Cannaclusive
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Aug 11, 2020, 6:00 PM
Online Training
Part 2: How to integrate your business like your farm
Tue 04 Aug
Diversity Accountability Training Part 1 - by Cannaclusive
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Aug 04, 2020, 6:00 PM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87028596632
Part 1: How to Integrate Your Business Like Your Farm
Wed 29 Jul
How to present yourself for business in alternative agriculture
Details
Jul 29, 2020, 9:40 AM – 10:00 AM
Online training
Online training on how to present yourself for business in alternative agriculture. Taught by Courtney Augustus of Big Sur Extracts
Fri 24 Apr
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Breeder's Rights
Details
Apr 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
Zoom webinar
Cannabis Breeder's Rights & Bioethics
Fri 24 Apr
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Genetic Storage
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Apr 24, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
www.hcga.co/genetics-panel-recordings
Genetic Storage for Common Access