Upcoming Events
EDC & PARTNER EVENT CALENDAR
- 20Febrero 20, 2022No hay eventos
- 21Febrero 21, 2022No hay eventos
- 22Febrero 22, 2022
Labor Law Update: What's new in 2022?
2021 was an unprecedented year in so many ways. 2022 looks to be a bit brighter regarding the pandemic, however, with all of the laws the California Legislature and Governor passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s been difficult to keep up on what is and isn’t new. This presentation will inform you of the latest updates and new bills that touch on almost every facet of employment for 2022. Ranging from new reporting requirements due to COVID-19 to wage theft consequences and a new minimum wage, join the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County to learn more about the new employment laws that impact California employers.
Keys to a Successful Black Owned Business Startup
Sponsored by Equitable: New businesses are on the rise across the United States, and particularly in the black community. If you’re an entrepreneur with a good idea, it might be the right time to finally start your business. Join this educational webinar, presented by Owner & CEO of PKJ Consulting Phyllis Johnson, where she will break down how to plan your start up, grow your business, and succeed in your industry. A SCORE webinar.
- 23Febrero 23, 2022
Capital Access Workshop
The USC Center for Economic Development will bring together representatives from banks and CDFIs to discuss how small businesses, and especially minority- and women-owned businesses can access capital from lenders. Experts from the lending institutions and technical assistance providers will discuss challenges faced by small businesses due to COVID-19, opportunities to access loans/grants, and resources available. The workshop will be held in an online format with multiple sessions and panelists. A USC Center for Economic Development webinar.
From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity
In celebration of Black History Month, join the U.S. Commercial Service for the kick-off of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as they feature a dynamic panel of Black founders and leaders from Southern California-based companies, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.
- 24Febrero 24, 2022
E-Commerce Technology - Level Up or Level Off?
Sponsored by FedEx: In this session, FedEx Services Customer Technologies manager Christina Roushakes will share expertise on the need to re-platform technology, shipping systems and solutions, and dive into order and warehouse management options to grow your business. A SCORE webinar.
Social Media Essentials For Business Part 1
Social media can be overwhelming for business owners. Which platforms. How often to post. What to post. What is “live”. What are Stories? Pages? Groups? This Two Part class will give you the basics every business owner should know as well as the latest trends to grow your business. A Santa Barbara County Score webinar.
- 25Febrero 25, 2022
Café con Exito
Conecta, colabora y aprende con WEV. Únase con WEV una vez al mes (con su bebida matutina favorita) para conectarse, colaborar y aprender de otros emprendedores y emprendedoras. Reuniéndose cada cuarto viernes del mes de 9:00 am a 10:00 am, usted tendrá la oportunidad de compartir, escuchar y apoyarse mutuamente para lograr las metas de su negocio. Un seminario web de WEV.
Online Reputation Management: Yelp, Google, & Online Review Sites
A good online reputation is essential for a business to thrive. When a business is able to uphold a positive online reputation, good things such as professional image, increasing sales, and even attracting great talent for future recruitment is likely to follow. Learn the best advice and tips for businesses to follow in order to successfully monitor and uphold a positive online reputation. An EDC SBDC webinar.
- 26Febrero 26, 2022No hay eventos
Hire Right the First Time
Poor hiring practices can be costly, with some estimates suggesting bad hires can cost up to 24 times their base compensation. CEA’s hiring system helps businesses and HR professionals avoid these expensive mistakes by streamlining the process. You’ll learn how to craft effective job ads, find the right candidates and navigate the key hiring steps from application to the first day on the job. Additionally, you’ll gain access to tools for creating legally defensible interview questions and managing on-the-job training for better hiring outcomes. A Workforce Development Board of Ventura County and California Employers Association virtual training.
December 16, 2025 10:00 AM
AI-Powered Business Planning: Create a Quick Business Plan in 3 Hours
Join SCORE and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service and explains the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine-tune their Value Statement. In the second part of the workshop, you will use the “Lean Canvas” to begin the process of turning your product/service into a business. In this interactive session, you use the canvas to help guide you in expanding the information in the Unique Value Statement by capturing key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business in the canvas. This creates a basic framework that you can use to complete YOUR full, detailed business plan. Have paper, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.” Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 17, 2025 09:00 AM
Starting a Nonprofit: A Step-by-Step
Ready to turn your vision into reality? Join SCORE for a practical workshop that offers step-by-step guidance on establishing a nonprofit public charity. Ideal for those who have already decided to form a nonprofit, this session covers the essential stages from conception to achieving tax-exempt status and beyond. Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 18, 2025 01:00 PM
Instagram Marketing 101: The Fundamentals
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? Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 19, 2025 09:00 AM
Digital Marketing Basics
If you are new to Digital Marketing, this fast-paced introductory workshop will help you get started to promote your business on the Internet. Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 20, 2025 10:00 AM
Increase Sales and Profits with Pricing and Distribution Strategies
You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and understand the costs, but how should you price it? This workshop is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials series. SCORE starts by reviewing different distribution and channel strategies and helps you choose the method that best gets your product or service in front of your satisfied customers. The rest of the workshop focuses on pricing, starting with some basic pricing concepts. Then SCORE reviews a detailed process to help you determine the price of your product. Since pricing a service is very different than a product, they have a special section that covers the separate process for pricing your services. Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 21, 2025 01:00 PM
Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
In three hours, you will learn how to research, prepare, write and apply for grants. At the end of this webinar, you will be able to target and learn how to organize grants to further your mission. Don’t worry if you don’t have access to the various fancy (and expensive) grant databases. SCORE will show you how to access grant information (for FREE), filter through 990 returns, uncover names and get around the “invite only” issue when determining fit. SCORE will also work on systematizing the process of grants, so you don’t have to redo it every time. Price: $10.00. A SCORE webinar.
November 24, 2025 08:00 AM
Email Marketing for Businesses and Non-Profits
See how Email Marketing can help your business and nonprofit. In this live workshop, SCORE will take a look at Email Marketing and how it can work for you. During the live session, there will be time for Q&A. Parking and directions: Please park on the 3rd floor of the parking structure. Walk towards the Kavli Theatre entrance and across the plaza towards the Box Office. Make a left down the corridor to the Oak and Park Room. Address: City of Thousand Oaks, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. This event is sponsored by the City of Thousand Oaks. An in-person SCORE event.
December 03, 2025 08:30 AM
