This live, interactive webinar session is designed to help you understand the features, functions and benefits of QuickBooks Online for small business owners as well as assist you in implementing accounting best practices to manage your business finances including COVID-19 Funds and Forgiveness. Juliana Ramirez from JR Bookkeeping will live answer your questions related to the subject matter including live demonstrations. You are highly encouraged to bring your own questions and situations to be solved or used as an example during the live demonstrations. A SCORE Ventura County Webinar.
The Economic Development Collaborative and Downtown Santa Barbara Organization invite you to join our free webinar on getting back to business with state programs! Get to know your state officials from the California State Treasurer’s Office who are ready to share tools and answer questions about the programs available that can help your small business get back on track.
The mid-June heatwave and threatened Public Safety Power Shut-Off (PSPS) was a sharp reminder of the downsides of living in California during yet another drought year. No sooner had the COVID restrictions been lifted then we were having to refamiliarize ourselves with business preparedness for natural disasters. Are you ready? Do you have an emergency plan for your business and your family? Are you signed up for local and county alerts? Do you have appropriate business, contents and interruption insurance in case of the worst? WEV is here to help you get prepared: join us on Wednesday 14th July at 9am for an Aware & Prepare WEVWorks webinar with Liliana Encinas, Public Outreach Coordinator from the City of Santa Barbara Fire Department. A WEV Works webinar.
La ola de calor de mediados de junio y la amenaza de corte de energía por motivos de seguridad pública (PSPS por sus siglas en inglés) fueron un fuerte recordatorio de las desventajas de vivir en California durante otro año de sequía. Tan pronto como se levantaron las restricciones de COVID, tuvimos que volver a familiarizarnos con la preparación empresarial para desastres naturales. ¿Estás lista/o? ¿Tienes un plan de emergencia para tu negocio y tu familia? ¿Estás registrada/o para recibir alertas locales y del condado? ¿Tienes un seguro adecuado de negocios, contenidos e interrupciones en caso de lo peor? WEV está aquí para ayudarte a prepararte: únete a nosotras/os el miércoles 14 de julio a las 9 a.m. para un seminario web de Aware & Prepare WEVWorks con Liliana Encinas, Coordinadora de Difusión Pública del Departamento de Bomberos de la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara y otros invitados.
In this workshop, you will learn how to improve your business’s chance of being found in relevant online searches. We will cover the building blocks of bringing exposure to your Google My Business listing and how to leverage the Google local pack ranking algorithm to show up above your competitors online. You won’t want to miss this webinar! A SCORE Ventura County webinar.
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
12:00 PM