Online Training

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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Business Planning for Cannabis Companies and Organizations
Tue, Mar 09
Online
Mar 09, 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.
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How to conduct due diligence on a business
Tue, Mar 16
Online
Mar 16, 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 cannabis industry. Presented by Heather Burke.
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Learning from failure
May 2021
Online
May 2021
Online
"I'll never do it that way again!" How to gain insights from past failures in cannabis business. Presented by Lonny Grafman.
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On-Demand

Watch HCBDC training videos for free at your own pace. Just click on WATCH and learn.

Past Events

What is a brand?
Event is closed
Jan 20, 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.
How to Form a Non-Profit
Event is closed
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.
Climate Adaptabilies for Humboldt alternative agriculture
Event is closed
Nov 18, 2020, 9:00 AM
Zoom workshop
Climate modeling, vulnerabilities assessment and specific strategies to adapt sustainably. Presented by Michael Furniss, climate scientist.
Alternative Ag Business Accounting #2
Event is closed
Nov 11, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online
How to protect your business from accounting and tax compliance pitfalls that are common to the industry
PR and Media training for alternative agriculture
Event is closed
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.
Alternative Ag Business Accounting #1
Event is closed
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.
Doing Business with Tribes
Event is closed
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
Marketing Opportunities with Tribes
Event is closed
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
Business Finance for Alternative Ag Part 2
Event is closed
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
Red flags in distributor agreements
Event is closed
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
Business Finance for Alternative Ag Part 1
Event is closed
Aug 25, 2020, 9:00 AM
Online training
Learn the essentials of standard accounting methods & principles https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83343561389
Diversity Accountability Training Part 2 - by Cannaclusive
Event is closed
Aug 11, 2020, 6:00 PM
Online Training
Part 2: How to integrate your business like your farm
Diversity Accountability Training Part 1 - by Cannaclusive
Event is closed
Aug 04, 2020, 6:00 PM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87028596632
Part 1: How to Integrate Your Business Like Your Farm
How to present yourself for business in alternative agriculture
Event is closed
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
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Breeder's Rights
Event is closed
Apr 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
Zoom webinar
Cannabis Breeder's Rights & Bioethics
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Genetic Storage
Event is closed
Apr 24, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
www.hcga.co/genetics-panel-recordings
Genetic Storage for Common Access
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: A Universal Genetic Switch
Event is closed
Apr 23, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Zoom webinar
A Universal Genetic Switch to improve Yield & Stress Tolerance in Cannabis
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Restoration
Event is closed
Apr 22, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Zoom webinar
Tissue Culture and Meristematic Restoration in Alternative Agriculture
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Viruses
Event is closed
Apr 21, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Zoom webinar
Viruses, Viroids & Pathology
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference Kick-off
Event is closed
Apr 20, 2020, 4:00 PM
Zoom
Kick off the conference, join us to celebrate 4.20
Alternative Ag Genetics & Bioethics Conference: Micro-Farming
Event is closed
Apr 20, 2020, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Zoom webinar
Micro-farming: Food, Income, Medicine & Compost Crops
Marketing for Alternative Agriculture
Event is closed
Apr 01, 2020, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
HCBDC, 427 F Street, Eureka, CA, USA
Develop an effective marketing plan for your agriculture business to increase market share.
Hello and Goodbye
Event is closed
Feb 26, 2020, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Eureka Chamber of Commerce, 612 G St #100, Eureka, CA 95501, USA
Boost your business integrity and reduce employment risk through proper documentation and processes.
Finding the Right Folks
Event is closed
Feb 12, 2020, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Eureka Chamber of Commerce, 612 G St #100, Eureka, CA 95501, USA
Job descriptions, candidate search, and interviewing! Learn the Whys and Hows of HR best practices for the best employee fit.
The Value of HR
Event is closed
Jan 29, 2020, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
"The Connection" at HPRC, 445 4th St, Eureka, CA 95501
Learn what defines each HR area and how they can best fit and function together in your small cannabis business. Presented by Melinda Pederson of Evenstar HR.

ONLINE TRAINING

On-Demand

Business Plan Basics

PR & Media Training

Resume Writing for Alternative Ag

Red flags in distro agreements

Professionalism in the industry

How to form a non-profit

Alternative Ag Accounting Part 2

Business with Tribes Part 2

Business with Tribes Part 1

Diversity training for the industry

Climate Adaptations

Alternative Ag Accounting Part 1

Business Finance Part 2

Business finance for alternative ag

Inclusivity reports & funding

Past Events