Sausalito Chamber members have access to free business trainings and workshops through the Marin SBDC as part of their Chamber membership benefits.

The Marin SBDC offers a variety of virtual and in-person trainings designed to help local entrepreneurs and small business owners grow and strengthen their businesses. Topics range from marketing and social media to funding, technology, and other practical business strategies.

Take advantage of this valuable member benefit and explore upcoming trainings on the Chamber website.

View Upcoming Marin SBDC Trainings below →

2026 Workshops with descriptions (English) 

GET FOUND ON GOOGLE: IMPROVE YOUR VISIBILITY

When potential customers search online for products or services, will they find your business—or a competitor? Learn how to optimize your Google Business Profile, apply essential SEO principles to your website, and understand how newer search technologies such as AI Overviews and generative search may affect the way customers discover local businesses.

Sept 29 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm I REGISTER HERE

VIDEO MARKETING & REELS: CREATE CONTENT THAT CONNECTS

Learn effective ways to capture attention, connect with your audience, and drive results. Using only a smartphone, you’ll learn simple and affordable techniques to shoot quality videos, master basic editing, use captions effectively and understand which AI tools help make the process easier.

Oct 8 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm I REGISTER HERE

MASTERING THE FUNDING PROCESS: A GUIDE TO GETTING APPROVED
Learn insider tips about what it takes to increase your chances of getting the funding you need for your business growth. Hear from experts about the common mistakes to avoid that can slow down or derail the funding process.

OCT 13| 12:00pm - 1:30pm I REGISTRATION COMING SOON

AI-POWERED MARKETING: SYSTEMS & WORKFLOWS THAT ARE SMARTER

Uplevel your marketing with AI while keeping your voice and brand consistent as you automate. In this intermediate workshop, you’ll learn how to move from isolated AI tools to a connected marketing system — including Zapier workflows, personalized email automation, and key legal, copyright, and privacy considerations.

Oct 21 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm I REGISTER HERE

INSTAGRAM UNLOCKED: NEW FEATURES. SMARTER STRATEGIES

Instagram made recent changes that could impact your progress. Learn what’s been upgraded and what’s worth your time, and simple strategies to create stronger content, increase engagement, and get better results.There is also a follow up clinic on Sept Nov 17th to get questions answered in more depth. 

Nov 10 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm I REGISTER HERE

2026 Workshops with descriptions (Spanish) 

CONSTRUYENDO MI NEGOCIO

Aprende a iniciar y gestionar tu propio negocio en 10 clases,cubriendo desde presupuestos personales hasta contabilidad, investigación de mercados y publicidad.

13 de Octubre - 12 de Noviembre | 6:00 - 9:00 PM |  REGÍSTRATE AQUÍ 

APOYO A NEGOCIOS: MARKETING: CÓMO PROMOCIONAR TU NEGOCIO

¿Sabes cómo promover tu negocio? Aprende las mejores prácticas para atraer clientes y hacer crecer tu negocio. 

14 de Octubre | 6:00 - 7:30 PM REGÍSTRATE AQUÍ 

APOYO A NEGOCIOS: CANVA PARA PROMOCIONAR TU NEGOCIO

Aprende a utilizar Canva para crear fácilmente materiales de diseño gráfico profesionales, como folletos, publicaciones para redes sociales, presentaciones y más.

11 de Noviembre | 6:00 - 7:30 PM REGÍSTRATE AQUÍ