Business Basics: Legal and Finance (Marin SBDC)

Learn what it takes to start a business and succeed! This series of 3 classes is perfect for those exploring business ownership and want more information about what it takes to run a business. This workshop series is also helpful for new business owners who want to brush up on strategic planning, finances and marketing. Each class can be taken individually or as a series.

Legal and Finance provides and overview of legal and financial issues for small businesses. Learn what you need to do legally to start-up and protect your business, identify your financial needs and explore your financing options

Instructor Robert Toering has been the chief executive of several successful businesses – one of which he led through a transformation that created growth from $20 million to $120 million in less than two years. He was also the President of a management consulting firm where he helped numerous firms grow, restructure, raise capital, or launch new operations. Robert brings a comprehensive understanding of what is required to start and grow a successful company. He understands managing change and has direct experience developing and launching products and services in various industries including automotive, aerospace/defense, consumer durables and real estate, to name a few. He also has years of experience dealing with intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) issues.