Are you on the right track with your business? This simple strategic planning technique can help you identify what your business is doing well, what it needs to improve, where it needs to grow, and what could be its downfall. Choosing the right direction can be overwhelming. Should you add services? Is your team staying competitive? How can you improve cash flow? All of these questions and more can be answered by performing a regular SWOT analysis. A SCORE Ventura County webinar.
¿Cuál es la estructura legal adecuada para tu empresa? ¿Propietario Independiente o LLC? LLC o S Corp? En este seminario web, conoceras los conceptos básicos de la formación de una empresa y los pros y los contras de las estructuras de entidades comunes, independientemente de la etapa comercial en la que tu encuentres. Taller presentado for la abogada Renee Dehesa. Un seminario web WEV.
Patents and licensing have recently become an integral part of most businesses. Businesses relating to technology, software, design, franchising, commercial products, music and a myriad of other companies depend on patents, copyrights and trademarks for their existence. This Webinar will explore the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP); how to obtain a patent, copyright or trademark and how to use them. It will also discuss when should you keep certain information as a Trade Secret. It will provide you an understanding of the terminology, the available resources, costs, timing and rules of thumb necessary for optimizing the value of your IP. Technical, legal, financial and practical issues will be explored from a business perspective. Both US and International filings will be explored.
This Webinar will present an overview of the field so that you are able to develop an understanding of intellectual property fundamentals and integrate the important elements into your business plan. It will also provide you with references to external resources that you will find helpful, if you require additional details. Next week we will have a follow-on Webinar related to The Business of Licensing: How to Monetize your Intellectual Property. A SCORE Ventura County webinar.
While many of the provisions for Cal/OSHA’s Emergency Temporary COVID-19 Standard were already required, the regulation is now expanding on those provisions and imposing new requirements. For many, this makes its interpretation difficult without insight from experts. During this webinar, Cal/OSHA’s Carmen Cisneros and Dan Leiner and CMTC’s Eliot Dratch and Jeri Summer will provide guidance and answer questions for manufacturing business managers regarding new COVID-19 compliance obligations. A CMTC webinar.
¿Necesitas encontrar formas gratuitas de incrementar la presencia de tu negocio en Internet? En este taller encontrarás 5 acciones fácil de implementar que te permitirán aumentar tu negocio en Internet. Conociendo estas herramientas podrás sacar ventaja, de forma gratuita, para que tu negocio se dé a conocer y tengas presencia en línea. Este taller te ayudará a tener una idea clara de las diferentes opciones Gratuitas que hay en internet para tu negocio. Podrás tener las pautas para crear tu cuenta en Google, actualizar tu negocio en el mapa en Google, así como poner al día tu negocio en los diferente directorios y redes sociales. Analizaremos algunas de las últimas tendencias en el Marketing Digital en el 2021. Un seminario web SCORE Santa Barbara.
California state and federal legal requirements can leave many companies mystified and even worse, vulnerable. Complex Human Resources issues such as identifying which laws and requirements apply to your company can be daunting, especially in a landscape where finding practical tips for proper organizational structure and risk reduction of legal exposure, penalties, and fines are hard to find. During this webinar, CMTC’s HR Senior Manager Jeri Summer and Human Resources Professional Patrice Green will provide an overview of the HR life cycle of an employee from start to finish with practical implementation tips. A CMTC webinar.
Register today for this FREE webinar to learn what you need to apply for the SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund! This event will be held in English & Spanish. Hosted by the EDC in partnership with the County of Ventura & SBA Los Angeles District Office.
¡Aprenda lo que necesita para solicitar la SBA Subvención del Fondo de Revitalización de Restaurantes! El Evento SE Presentará Simultáneamente en Inglés Y Español. Organizado por la Colaborativo de Desarrollo Económico en asociación con el Condado de Ventura y Agencia Federal de Pequeños Negocios de Estados Unidos.
Please join us for the 11th annual Spirit of Entrepreneurship Awards (SOE) to celebrate outstanding women business owners from Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties in ten industry categories. All community members are invited to attend the free, online event. In addition to announcing the ten category winners, WEV will also present the 2021 Rock Star: Lifetime Achievement Award to Lupe Anguiano, an entrepreneur and activist known for her work on women’s rights, the rights of the poor, and the protection of the environment who has founded two impactful nonprofits. A WEV event.
You'll learn to understand what your customers are looking for and how to use that to attract, win, and retain the most valuable customers for your business. Learn about customer pain points and motivation; pricing; sales forecasting and how to promote and advertise your business through free and paid media and sales promotion. Price: Free. Address: Moorpark City Hall, 323 Science Dr., Moorpark, CA 93021. An IN-PERSON City of Moorpark and SCORE event.
January 22, 2026 08:00 AM
This is the FREE Introductory Session for a new Webinar.** (Checkout Relationship Marketing 102 - SCORE'S comprehensive webinar which is the follow-up.) Marketing today isn’t about chasing sales. It’s about building trust over time. In this introductory session, you’ll learn what relationship marketing really is and why it’s the foundation of sustainable business growth. SCORE will explore the key channels that support long-term customer relationships including email, text messaging, social media, websites, reviews, loyalty programs and lead magnets and how they work together to create a cohesive customer experience. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how consistent connection drives repeat business, referrals and social proof, plus a preview of how modern tools and AI can make relationship marketing easier to manage, even for small teams. Price: Free. A SCORE webinar.
January 22, 2026 09:00 AM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can make you a more efficient marketer. Learn to use ChatGPT (AI) for marketing your small business, starting with your own information for: condensing/expanding messages: ChatGPT assists in summarizing complex ideas for social media/email, and elaborating on brief concepts for blogs/newsletters/presentations, understanding consumer problems: by analyzing vast online data, ChatGPT aids in consumer research, identifying sentiments/preferences, and simulating customer interactions, filling Branding Gaps: ChatGPT helps you strengthen your branding by ensuring consistency in tone/messaging, suggesting refinements, and generating ideas for unique selling propositions, technical Quick Reference: ChatGPT provides step-by-step instructions for technical tasks, eliminating barriers to technical competency and social Media Post Generation: ChatGPT can automate social media post creation, streamlining marketing efforts for solopreneurs and small businesses. Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
January 23, 2026 09:30 AM
A great Instagram feed reinforces your brand, supports your marketing message, helps you engage directly and sincerely with your customers and attracts new, loyal followers! Are you ready to “Level Up” your Instagram for your business? This isn't about getting a huge number of followers (though that *could* be a result of the effort you put in). Rather, it’s about making sure your *brand* is consistent, that the *message* you’re putting out there on Instagram reinforces your brand and that the *time* you spend on social media marketing is well-used. By the time SCORE finishes, you’ll have better tools for making a powerful first impression with Instagram for your business! Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
January 29, 2026 10:00 AM
Are you interested in starting a business? If you are please join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to learn about SBA's 10 Step Guide on How to Start a Business. This virtual workshop targeted to new entrepreneurs, covers topics from creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and find out about the multiple resources available to help you. This webinar will be held online via Microsoft Teams. Please register to obtain the login information. Please note, if you are planning to use a mobile device or tablet to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. For reasonable accommodation request please send an email to lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. Price: Free. An SBA webinar.
January 19, 2026 10:00 AM
Are you interested in starting a business? If you are please join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to learn about SBA's 10 Step Guide on How to Start a Business. This virtual workshop targeted to new entrepreneurs, covers topics from creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and find out about the multiple resources available to help you. This webinar will be held online via Microsoft Teams. Please register to obtain the login information. Please note, if you are planning to use a mobile device or tablet to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. For reasonable accommodation request please send an email to lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. Price: Free. An SBA webinar.
January 26, 2026 10:00 AM
Today’s managers are tomorrow’s leaders, and preparing them is critical for your organization’s success. With baby boomers retiring and leadership gaps widening, developing strong managers is more urgent than ever. This training equips new managers with essential tools to confidently influence team performance and engagement. By building a strong foundation, managers will be empowered to motivate, lead, and communicate effectively, driving success for themselves and their teams. This virtual event will be hosted live. Be sure to bring your questions and register now to reserve your spot! Price: FREE A Workforce Development Board and California Employers Association webinar.
February 10, 2026 12:00 PM
Do you feel your taxes are too high? Will taxes be higher in the future? Join SCORE to discuss how to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket while providing more benefits for yourself, your family and your employees. SCORE will cover various strategies for business owners to reduce taxes now and in the future, better options for the Cal-Savers Retirement Savings Mandate and how to prepare for proposed future CA payroll tax increases with CA Assembly Bill 567. Please note: this webinar will not be recorded. Attendance is required. A SCORE webinar.
February 11, 2025
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