The Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Business and Economic Development kindly invites you to attend the Sports and Entertainment Procurement Summit, a free in-person event presented by BMO to be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and other major events on the horizon, this summit aims to equip the Los Angeles region’s small businesses with the resources and connections needed to secure contracts in the sports, entertainment, and government sectors.

Join us for a dynamic experience focused on networking, collaboration, and business growth. This summit is committed to fostering a diverse ecosystem of suppliers, innovators, and industry leaders—creating pathways for success in the evolving landscape of sports and entertainment.

L.A. Business Assistance (Virtual/In-Person)

10 BusinessSource Centers (BSCs) spread across the City of Los Angeles can provide virtual & in-person free 1:1 consultation and business and employment support. Multiple language assistance available. 

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Los Angeles Local Supplier Interest Form

The Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee is actively collaborating with FIFA’s Local Impact Supplier Program team to identify, vet, and select LA-based companies that meet the event’s needs. Please visit the website HERE to stay up to sate on all things related to the Los Angeles World Cup 2026.

Business Connect | Supplier Procurement Program

Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC)'s Business Connect identifies talented and experienced entrepreneurs capable of providing goods and services for major events, offering them professional development, mentorship, and resources to help grow their business and successfully complete for contracting opportunities.

Requirements:

• Must be a diverse and local business
• Must be certified (or will be within the next 2-3 months)
• Must have some capacity to handle large events in the event productions disciplines listed on the website HERE.

Round 2 - Application Open for Legacy Business Grants

The Legacy Business Grant Program offers grants of up to $20,000 to eligible Legacy Businesses that need financial assistance to aid in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The deadline to apply is August 31, 2025 at 11:59PM PST.

Amount Details Include: 

• Grant amounts of $10K will be provided for Legacy Businesses with one to five employees. 
• Grant amounts of $20K will be provided for Legacy Businesses with six or more employees.



Commercial Real Estate Training with ERC

Apply by Sunday, August 31st

Commercial Real Estate Training with Economic Resources Corporation is an 8-week hybrid course designed to empower small business owners with the knowledge and tools to acquire their own commercial property. Led by a trusted commercial real estate professional, the program includes two in-person sessions (opening and closing) and six virtual sessions in between. 

Date and Time: Wednesdays @ 7pm beginning September 3.

Q4 Small Business Marketing Accelerator

Apply by Tuesday, September 2nd

This is a free six-week hybrid program (Sept 5–Oct 10) designed to help small businesses and nonprofits.

Program Highlights:

• AI Tools & Training – Learn how to use AI for content creation, customer engagement, and analytics.
• Proven Marketing Framework – A step-by-step plan to clarify your brand, grow social media, and strengthen email marketing.
• Free Resources & Templates – Downloadable guides, checklists, and ready-to-use marketing templates.

Cultural Organization Grant

Apply by Friday, August 29th



DCA is accepting applications for its annual Cultural Grants Program. The program offers support for free and low-cost activities that engage the public through arts participation and presentation. Emerging, small, mid-size, and large organizations are eligible to apply with proposals for events taking place within the City of Los Angeles between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027.

Shop Local LA County Campaign



In the wake of the January 2025 Windstorms and Wildfires, LA County has partnered with Cities and business organizations to launch the Shop Local. Dine Local. Recover Local. Campaign and Program for impacted small businesses. If you are a small business impacted by the windstorms and wildfires, and can qualify, you will be granted exclusive access to opportunities, including toolkits, digital and video marketing promotions, and participation in the Recover Local Gift Card Program.

LA Housing Department: Upcoming Contracting Opportunity



The Los Angeles Housing Department is sharing a contracting opportunity for their LAHD Handyworker Program - Construction Related Services. They are currently seeking proposals from Construction Related Professionals. To learn more reach out to lahd.contractsprocurement@lacity.org.

Webinar | Available Grants for Business Owners

Tuesday, September 16, 1 PM - 2 PM

Discover the world of business grants and elevate your business growth in our monthly workshop! Every month, we will delve into the diverse landscape of grants available for businessowners, ranging from government to private and non-profit options. We will provide a continuous monthly update on grants and their deadlines. Each month, we will also have a special guest who will talk about a specific funding/business topic

Webinar | Ask your loan questions to the SBA- Small Business Administration

Wednesday, September 3, 3PM - 4:30PM

The NEW Women's Business Center is hosting a webinar where participants can ask a SBA officer questions on loans for your small business. What are your next steps as a small business on your financials? Do you have a strategy? Do you know what SBA Loan can help your business? Join us and ask the expert.

Clark Construction: Strategic Partnership Program

Apply by Tuesday, September 23rd



Clark's Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) is an essential component of our commitment to fostering economic growth that strengthens small businesses, our communities, and our industry. SPP provides small business owners with a solid foundation for smart, sustainable growth and long-term success. Through this executive education program, participants receive comprehensive construction management and business skills training from experienced industry leaders.

LAUSD Small Business Boot Camp Fall 2025 Seminar September 10 - November 5, 2025

LAUSD Unified is hosting a free Small Business Boot Camp geared towards construction contractors, mainly focusing on facilities work. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays from September 10th to November 5th from 5 - 7PM via Zoom and in-person.

Learn about:

• Estimating
• Bonding
• General Contracting Conditions
• Labor Compliance
• Project Stabilization Agreement
• Prequalification
• Scheduling
• Bidding on Contracts

NAWBO-LA 2025 Business Conference: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Jungle

Friday, September 12, 9 AM - 4 PM

Join hundreds of bold, driven women entrepreneurs for a powerful one-day experience designed to help you cut through the noise, connect with the right people, and walk away ready to take action. You'll hear from high-impact speakers, industry leaders, and successful founders who have walked the walk. Expect real talk, real strategies, and tools you can implement in your business the very next day.

MetroConnect DEOD Certification Workshop

Thursday, October 9, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Metro’s Diversity and Economic Opportunity Department’s Certification Unit invites you to join us for a certification workshop on Metro’s Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Metro will present on the federal DBE program and Metro’s SBE Program general eligibility requirements, benefits of certification, and selecting the correct NAICS codes for your business.