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Events

Upcoming & Past Events

  • Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event [October]
    Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event [October]
    Fri, Oct 06
    The Coffee Drop
    Oct 06, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    The Coffee Drop, 2991 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
    Oct 06, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    The Coffee Drop, 2991 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
    This coffee networking event is a gathering of local small business owners aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • 2023 Small Business Expo
    2023 Small Business Expo
    Fri, Oct 13
    California Center for the Arts Escondido
    Oct 13, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    California Center for the Arts Escondido, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
    Oct 13, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    California Center for the Arts Escondido, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, USA
    Find out from your APEX Accelerator, SBDC, WBC, lending & procurement professionals what it takes to start, maintain and grow your business. From overviews of programs offered, as well as business and industry specifics, to first steps, credit repair, hot tips, and inspirational stories.
  • ABASD Member Mixer @ Ocean Park Inn
    ABASD Member Mixer @ Ocean Park Inn
    Wed, Oct 18
    Ocean Park Inn
    Oct 18, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Ocean Park Inn, 710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
    Oct 18, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Ocean Park Inn, 710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
    Join us for the Asian Business Association Member Mixer hosted by Ocean Park Inn!
  • [ABA Member Event] Financial Empowerment Workshop Series: AI + Cybersecurity
    [ABA Member Event] Financial Empowerment Workshop Series: AI + Cybersecurity
    Mon, Oct 23
    University Club Atop Symphony Towers
    Oct 23, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    University Club Atop Symphony Towers, 750 B St Suite #3400, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Oct 23, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    University Club Atop Symphony Towers, 750 B St Suite #3400, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Mark your calendar for Oct 23 to attend our informative workshop and gain valuable insight into securing your financial assets!
  • APAICS San Diego Regional Leadership Academy
    APAICS San Diego Regional Leadership Academy
    Fri, Sep 29
    ABASD Office
    Sep 29, 8:30 AM – Sep 30, 4:30 PM
    ABASD Office, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Sep 29, 8:30 AM – Sep 30, 4:30 PM
    ABASD Office, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    The Regional Leadership Academy (RLA) is a two-day leadership training event for current elected officials, individuals seeking to run for public office, and community stakeholders.
  • POS Systems and Credit Card Processing
    POS Systems and Credit Card Processing
    Tue, Sep 26
    Virtual Workshop
    Sep 26, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Virtual Workshop
    Sep 26, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Virtual Workshop
    Learn common questions by business owners when trying to choose the right credit card processing company. This Learning session will help guide you towards making a more educated decision for your business, both functionally and financially.
  • Bookkeeping Made Easy
    Bookkeeping Made Easy
    Thu, Sep 21
    Virtual Webinar
    Sep 21, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Virtual Webinar
    Sep 21, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Virtual Webinar
    Learn practical tips and tools to streamline your financial records and gain control over your business finances. Discover simplified bookkeeping practices that will help you track income, expenses, and cash flow accurately.
  • Starting Your Food Business - Meet Common Theory
    Starting Your Food Business - Meet Common Theory
    Wed, Sep 20
    Common Theory
    Sep 20, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Common Theory, 4805 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Sep 20, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Common Theory, 4805 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Join us in-person at the Common Theory on Wednesday, Sep 20th, 2023, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM!
  • How to go from Invisible to Invincible using Organic Short Form Video
    How to go from Invisible to Invincible using Organic Short Form Video
    Tue, Sep 12
    Asian Business Association of San Diego
    Sep 12, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Asian Business Association of San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Sep 12, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Asian Business Association of San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    From turning simple 'likes' into solid leads, followers into loyal customers, and video views into revenue. Learn and discover how you can truly make your brand go from invisible to invincible in this workshop.
  • Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event
    Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event
    Fri, Sep 01
    Mostra (Hillcrest Location)
    Sep 01, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Mostra (Hillcrest Location), 3921 Normal St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
    Sep 01, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Mostra (Hillcrest Location), 3921 Normal St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
    Are you a business owner? Are you considering starting a business? Well, you've come to the right place! Join us for the Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event! This week, we will visit one of Mostra's new locations in Hillcrest!
  • Maui Fires Fundraiser
    Maui Fires Fundraiser
    Thu, Aug 31
    The Cork and Craft
    Aug 31, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    The Cork and Craft, 16990 Via Tazon, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
    Aug 31, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    The Cork and Craft, 16990 Via Tazon, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
    The Asian Business Association Foundation along with San Diego City Councilmember Kent Lee, Councilmember Marni von Wilpert, Pacific Arts Movement and the San Diego API Coalition invite you to support Maui residents affected by the devastating fires.
  • POS Systems and Credit Card Processing
    POS Systems and Credit Card Processing
    Thu, Aug 24
    Virtual Webinar
    Aug 24, 12:00 PM – Aug 25, 1:00 PM
    Virtual Webinar
    Aug 24, 12:00 PM – Aug 25, 1:00 PM
    Virtual Webinar
    Finding the right credit card processing company can be difficult. Are my rates good? Is the company I'm using right for my business? Do I need different software to have my business run more efficiently? Is this long-term contract worth it?
  • CPR Hands-On Training with Falck (Serving Up Knowledge Workshop)
    CPR Hands-On Training with Falck (Serving Up Knowledge Workshop)
    Wed, Aug 23
    Asian Business Association San Diego
    Aug 23, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    Asian Business Association San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Aug 23, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    Asian Business Association San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Serving Up Knowledge is a workshop series that is designed for hands-on, collaborative opportunities to learn new skills and strategies that can be applied right away. Join us at the ABA office for a practical and interactive CPR hands-on training. Lunch will be served; RSVPs are required.
  • Starting Your Food Business: Papa's Polvoron
    Starting Your Food Business: Papa's Polvoron
    Wed, Aug 09
    Asian Business Association San Diego
    Aug 09, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Asian Business Association San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Aug 09, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Asian Business Association San Diego, 7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Jael Francisco, founder of Papa's Polvoron, shares his journey in starting a Cottage Food business. Discover how a simple kitchen idea turned into a successful home-based business for Jael and his wife, Leilani.
  • Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event [August]
    Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event [August]
    Fri, Aug 04
    Zion Market Food Court
    Aug 04, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Zion Market Food Court, 7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Aug 04, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Zion Market Food Court, 7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
    Join us for the Small Business, Big Ideas: A Coffee Networking Event! This coffee networking event is a gathering of local small business owners aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Connecting with Contracts: Celebrating Persons with Disabilities and LGBTQ+ Pride Months
    Connecting with Contracts: Celebrating Persons with Disabilities and LGBTQ+ Pride Months
    Wed, Jul 19
    MiraCosta College
    Jul 19, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    MiraCosta College, 3333 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA
    Jul 19, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    MiraCosta College, 3333 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA
    Participants will learn what is expected of vendors; what are certifications and how they work, where to find the buyers and opportunities, and how to make an impact marketing their goods and services. These events help small businesses get contracts!
  • Income Protection
    Income Protection
    Thu, Jul 13
    Virtual Webinar
    Jul 13, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Virtual Webinar
    Jul 13, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Virtual Webinar
    We will discuss income protection strategies that can help you as a business owner in the case of an unexpected event for yourself, your partner, or a key employee.
  • Small Business Community Mixer
    Small Business Community Mixer
    Wed, Jul 12
    ignite sparked by BBB
    Jul 12, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    ignite sparked by BBB, 4747 Viewridge Ave, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
    Jul 12, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    ignite sparked by BBB, 4747 Viewridge Ave, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
    Join Ignite Sparkled by BBB , MyPoint Credit Union, Asian Business Association San Diego, Accessity & Pacific Arts Movement for a mixer!

ABASD is part of the San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network. The network serves entrepreneurs and small businesses with low to no-cost services to support business growth.

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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S Small Business Administration and Wells Fargo Foundation.

Funded in part through a Grant with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.

All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.

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