Forms of Business Ownership

There are many ways to protect the business, its assets, and employees. One way is through the appropriate legal framework. The legal framework you use can affect your tax payments, legal liability and potential for future investment and growth.

Participants will learn about the various legal structures that businesses typically operate under.

*Brought to you in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) and South Los Angeles Business Source Center. Auxiliary Aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Brigette Kidd is an experienced consultant, trainer, and project manager specializing in small business coaching, professional development, startups, business plans, and project management. She has lead over 250 employees and managed high-value assets in collaboration with private, nonprofit, and governmental partnerships. Her corporate background includes; entertainment, transportation, technology, and for-profit education. Brigette holds a Master's of Communication from the USC Annenberg School of Communications & Journalism and a bachelor's degree from the USC Marshall School of Business. Some past projects include; the California State University of San Bernandino, Girls in Tech, FAME, USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative, Central Avenue Historic District-BID, Smithsonian Folklife Festival Aids Quilt Mobile Application, and 2012 White House Data Palooza.