ASL Talks
We have helped hundreds of start-ups emerge as thriving middle-market companies. We assembled the ASL Talks series for our clients and the entrepreneurial community to provide actionable tips on best business practices. We bring in expert speakers for ASL Emerging Business Group’s Best Practice Seminar Series for start-up and growth companies, addressing everything from accounting to financing to leadership and marketing.
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Year End Accounting and Tax Considerations for Start-Ups
Wednesday
December 13, 2017Location
WebinarTime
12:00 PMSpeakers
Christy Kempski and Fernando Chavez![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Jeff.jpg)
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Early Stage Valuation Workshop: What is Your Startup Worth?
Tuesday
December 5, 2017Location
Mindrome: 4701 Patrick Henry Drive #23 Santa Clara, CATime
6:30 PM - 9:00 PMSpeakers
Jeff Faust, CVA, Abbott, Stringham & Lynch![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Mital-Makadia_David-Siegel_Headshot.png)
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Common Legal Pitfalls and Legal Issues Affecting Start-Ups Today
Wednesday
August 23, 2017Location
Abbott Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Mital Makadia & David Siegel![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Eric-Gonzales_Michael-Rose_Headshots-1-e1499301674739.jpg)
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Understanding Venture Debt and Equity
Wednesday
July 19, 2017Location
Abbott Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Mike Rose & Eric Gonzales![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Karthik-Sundaram_headshot_website.png)
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B2B Marketing: Evolving from Spray-and-Pray to Align-and-Sign
Wednesday
June 21, 2017Location
Abbott Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Karthik Sundaram![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Gary-Jinks_ASL-Talks.jpg)
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The Top 10 New Things You Need to Know about Start-ups Today
Wednesday
May 24, 2017Location
Abbott Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Gary Jinks![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Elizabeth.jpg)
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Communication on Purpose: Aligning Meaning With Message to Maximize Impact
Wednesday
April 26, 2017Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Elizabeth Borelli![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Group-Pic.jpg)
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Intellectual Property (IP) Essentials for Emerging Businesses
Wednesday
February 22, 2017Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Dana Brody-Brown & Kathryn G. Spelman![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Mark-Website.jpg)
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How to Capture Valuable Information: Six Crucial Habits Diligent Learners Follow to Succeed in Business Today
Wednesday
September 28, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Mark Sheffield![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Joe.jpg)
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Stop Giving Away Your Equity: How Emerging Businesses Can Get Alternative Financing
Wednesday
August 31, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Joe Monte![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/ASL-Talks-Photo.jpg)
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Early Stage Startup Valuation Workshop: What is Your Startup Worth?
Thursday
July 28, 2016Location
Innowest (760 San Aleso Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA)Time
11:30 am - 2:00 pmSpeakers
Jeff Faust![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/DiGiulio.jpg)
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Think Like an Investor: How to Get Funding For Your Start-up
Wednesday
July 27, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Anthony DiGiulio![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/F-and-C.jpg)
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Today’s Best Practices: Accounting and Payroll Solutions for Start-ups
Wednesday
June 29, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Christy Kempski and Fernando Chavez![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Amie-Website.jpg)
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Using Innovation to Grow Your Emerging Business
Wednesday
May 18, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Amie Gray![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ASL-Talk-3.jpg)
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Understanding Cultural Differences: How To Conduct Business When People Have Diverse Traditions
Wednesday
April 20, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30AM - 1:00PMSpeakers
Lanie Denslow![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ASL-Talk-2.jpg)
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How to Reduce Stress & Improve Your Income Tax IQ
Thursday
February 18, 2016Location
5700 Comanche Drive, San Jose - 95123Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PMSpeakers
Carmen Barrett, ASL Senior Tax Manager![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ASL-Talk-1.jpg)
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Navigating SALTY Waters: What Start-Ups Need To Know About State And Local Tax Issues!
Wednesday
February 17, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Monika Miles![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Marko.jpg)
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Content Marketing: Creating A Powerful Marketing Gravity For Your Business
Wednesday
January 20, 2016Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30 am - 1:00 pmSpeakers
Marko Gargenta![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Shannon-and-Jeff.jpg)
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The World is Open for Your Business
Wednesday
December 9, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30AM - 1:00PMSpeakers
Shannon Fraser & Jeff Deiss![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Lynn-1.jpg)
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Nailing The Name: Create A Powerful Name For Your Company
Wednesday
November 18, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30AM - 1:00PMSpeakers
Lynn Nichols![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/John-and-Rick.jpg)
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Who Owns What: Real Life Cap Table Stories
Wednesday
October 21, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30AM - 1:00PMSpeakers
Rick Randel & John Beck![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Bob-Min.jpg)
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Sales Solutions For Your Start-Up And Emerging Business
Wednesday
September 23, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Bob Min![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Ron-and-Chris.jpg)
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Insurance 101: Business Insurance For Startups
Wednesday
August 19, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Ron Shepherd & Chris Shepherd![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Ephraim-“Eph”-Lindenbaum.jpg)
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Ask The VC: A Town Hall Discussion For Startups
Wednesday
July 22, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Ephraim “Eph” Lindenbaum![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Hormoz-1.jpg)
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Lean Entrepreneurship
Wednesday
June 17, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Hormoz Mogarei![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Glenn.jpg)
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Referral Blueprint: 10 Proven Strategies To Build A Business Powered By Referrals
Wednesday
May 20, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Glenn Perkins![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Jeff.jpg)
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How To Value Your Emerging Business
Wednesday
March 18, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Jeff Faust![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Sean-Murphy.jpg)
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Choosing The Right Partners To Grow Your Business
Wednesday
February 18, 2015Location
Abbott, Stringham & LynchTime
11:30am - 1:00pmSpeakers
Sean Murphy![](https://www.aslcpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Adam-Porges-1.jpg)
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