Upcoming Events

Join Accounting Expert & QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and EDC Small Business Development Center Advisor Juliana Ramirez of JR Bookkeeping for an interactive, hands-on webinar designed to help you master QuickBooks Online and improve your accounting practices. Each session will explore key bookkeeping and financial management topics, but more importantly, this is your opportunity to ask specific questions and get them answered live! Whether you need help with bank reconciliations, financial reports, invoicing, expense tracking or QuickBooks Online setup, Juliana will provide real-time solutions and live demonstrations to ensure you walk away with clarity and confidence. A SCORE Ventura County webinar.

With the recent LA wildfire recovery efforts, federal contracting opportunities are available. Are you ready to participate? The “How to Do Business with Federal Agencies” series is designed to empower small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully navigate federal contracting, build strategic relationships and unlock new growth opportunities within government agencies. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams. Please register to obtain the login information. Please note that if you are planning to use a mobile device or tablet to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app on your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. To request reasonable accommodation, please email lado@sba.gov at least seven days in advance. An SBA webinar.

In an evolving marketplace, understanding different generations’ unique preferences and behaviors is key to driving sales success. This webinar will explore actionable strategies tailored to connect with Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z consumers in 2025. Join SCORE to discover. A SCORE webinar.

In 2025, improving your personal credit is a critical step in securing business funding. Lenders view your creditworthiness as a reflection of financial responsibility. As the Founder & CEO of EXPANDEMONIUM, almost half the clients Terence Spencer works with have some type of personal credit issue that warrants an application denial according to current lending standards. With that said, start by reviewing your credit report for errors and disputing any inaccuracies that may be lowering your score. Consistently making on-time payments is essential, as payment history accounts for a significant portion of your credit score. Lower your credit utilization by paying down existing debt and keeping balances below 20% (preferably 10%) of your credit limits. Avoid unnecessary credit inquiries and new accounts that could temporarily drop your score. Additionally, maintain a diverse credit mix, such as credit cards, installment loans and retail accounts—to demonstrate financial stability. By taking these proactive measures, you can boost your credit profile, increase your chances of loan approval and secure better financing options to grow your business successfully. MORE IMPORTANTLY, through the power of AI, it is easier than ever to accomplish a 700+ credit score in no time due to advanced disputing capabilities. This webinar will be power-packed with insight into exactly how the process of improving personal credit works. Best of All…you can Do-It-Yourself (DIY)!!! The days of paying a credit repair company hundreds or thousands of dollars to accomplish the same results you can achieve on your own are OVER!!! A SCORE webinar.

Research says that for every $1 spent on E-Mail marketing, there is an average $44 return on investment. To generate such positive outcomes, businesses have to reach the right customers with targeted campaigns. If you feel your E-Mail efforts don’t yet pay off, this workshop is for you! This class will teach basic and advanced techniques to propel your E-Mail efforts. A SCORE webinar.

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 is for new entrepreneurs. The topics covered are creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This webinar is an excellent opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain for 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. Please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance for reasonable accommodation requests. An SBA webinar.

Need to know how to build your LinkedIn company page? Want details on how to create your banner and logo images? In this webinar, you’ll understand the differences between your personal profile and your company page. Learn about special features you can use, along with strategies and tips to leverage your company page to build awareness, gain authority and grow your business. You’ll receive some NO-COST analytics and how to engage your employees. Join SCORE for a presentation with live demos, so you leave with takeaways and actionable items whether you are a solopreneur, consultant, small business owner, side gigger or are thinking about becoming one. A SCORE webinar.

This workshop aims to equip restaurant owners with the tools and strategies to maximize social media and highlight the power of collaboration between restaurants, local districts and Visit Oxnard from a panel of local businesses. Address: Oxnard Main Public Library (251 South A St, Oxnard, CA 93030). An in-person SCORE Ventura County and EDC event.

A Virtual Event to Unlock Contracting Opportunities with the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) Procurement Assistance Division. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and gain valuable insights on how to do business with DOT. The “How to Do Business with Federal Agencies” series is designed to empower small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully navigate federal contracting, build strategic relationships and unlock new growth opportunities within government agencies. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain for 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 requests, please email lado@sba.gov(Link is external) at least 7 days in advance. An SBA webinar.

When asked at Fortune’s 2016 Most Powerful Women International Summit in London where Facebook would be in half a decade in terms of mobile and video, Facebook Vice President Nicola Mendelsohn said the social network would “definitely” be mobile and would “probably” be “all video.” In the past several years, Mendelsohn’s prediction has come true for Facebook and the other major social media platforms. As an entrepreneur, you must get proficient at creating videos to promote yourself and your business. In this class you will learn that you don’t have to be perfect, just human. A SCORE webinar.

Congratulations on earning your small business certification! Now it’s time to put it to work! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to leverage your certification to unlock contracting opportunities with the state of CA, how to connect with key procurement networks and market your business effectively to prime contractors and government agencies. You’ll also discover strategies to stand out, maintain compliance and maximize your potential in the lead-up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and beyond. A SCORE webinar.

Empower your small business with a deep dive into cybersecurity basics at SBA’s upcoming Introduction to Cybersecurity event. Discover practical strategies to protect your business online. Join SBA for insights tailored to small businesses, ensuring your digital assets are secure. Do not miss out on the chance to boost your digital security knowledge. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain for the login information. Please note, if you are planning to use a mobile device 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 requests, please send an email to lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance. An SBA webinar.

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected workplace, strong communication and collaboration skills are critical for success. Join SCORE for Bridging Cultural Gaps for Better Workplace Connections, a transformative webinar designed to equip you with actionable strategies for fostering understanding, building trust and driving collaboration. This webinar will provide practical, research-backed strategies to strengthen relationships, build trust and improve workplace interactions. Whether you manage a team, work with global clients or interact with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds, this session will help you develop the skills needed to navigate complex workplace dynamics with confidence. Through real-world examples and actionable techniques, you will gain insights into how communication styles, leadership expectations, and workplace interactions can vary—and how to adapt your approach to foster stronger connections and drive results. A SCORE webinar.

This webinar was created a couple of years ago when small business owners started saying, “Being sheltered in place, I guess I have to take my social media marketing more seriously. Can you show me how?” To help them, Hank and Sharyn Yuloff came up with a simple system of ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ and will now share them with you. You will get answers to the myths that have been holding you back from generating a following that leads to business, including what platforms you should be on, what to post and what is your daily time commitment to help you succeed. If you are an average user of social media for your business (C is an average grade, and these are the 10 Concepts) and now want to up your game, this webinar is for you. Each attendee will also receive a copy of their best-selling book, The Marketing Checklist for Social Media.  A SCORE webinar.

In 2025, structuring your business properly is essential to securing Business Funding as lenders and investors look for credibility, stability and legal protection. As the Founder & CEO of EXPANDEMONIUM, Terence Spencer has noticed that far too many business owners have structured their business to be noticeable BUT not Fundable. For instance, choosing the proper entity structure (C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC), securing an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS, picking the right business address, using the right business phone number, congruency within all documentation, business bank account setup, professional website and email address, DUN#, choosing the correct NAICS Code and posting your business on the right platforms are all data points business owners do not consider that banks hold in high esteem when applying for Business Funding. Unfortunately, a lender can deny your application for one of the areas Terence mentioned above so it is incumbent upon you to know what is necessary for funding success! There is no time like NOW to make the necessary adjustments to your business structure and change the entire trajectory of your company! If you truly want to unlock funding products and opportunities that most entrepreneurs dream of doing, don’t miss this webinar! A SCORE webinar.

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 is for new entrepreneurs. The topics covered are creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This webinar is an excellent opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams, please register to obtain for 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. Please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance for reasonable accommodation requests. An SBA webinar.

What business owner wouldn’t want to meet a couple hundred new prospects in one day? That’s what happens at trade shows every business day. The key questions to answer for your business are “How to find the right trade shows,” “How to make your trade show experience economically accountable,” “How to tell the difference between good potential leads and lookie-loos and how to find great leads among the interested,” “How to design your presence at the show – inside and BEYOND your booth” and most importantly, “What to do before, during and (especially) AFTER the trade show to get the most out of them.” In this workshop, you will get answers to those questions and many more. Sharyn and Hank Yuloff are small business coaches who have exhibited at, attended and taken operational roles in a couple hundred trade shows. They will walk you through the process and give you dozens of tips that will help increase your bottom-line profitability with shows. This webinar includes the 5 Tips that Make Prospects Care and Your Must-Bring Trade Show Checklist. A SCORE webinar.

Are you struggling to attract profitable customers and grow your business? Do you want to stand out from the competition and maximize your marketing efforts? This must-attend workshop is designed for established business owners and new entrepreneurs looking to drive real results. Join SCORE and EDC for this insight-packed session and discover the strategies you need to attract, win and retain high-value customers. Address: Ventura City Hall, 501 Poli St., Ventura, California 93001. An in-person SCORE Venutra County event.

It used to take 7 touches to close a sale. Now that number has gone up to 16. How can your team find different ways to engage in effective sales conversations to win more customers? The answer is storytelling. If you’re not familiar with this term, you’re not the only one. Mellissa Tong coined this term to illustrate the difference between storytelling and storyselling. Storyselling is to storysell your products/services/ideas through storytelling to inspire action, whether that is to increase market share, build awareness or drive sales. We all know that it takes your customers to like and trust you before they buy from you, and there is no faster way to inspire actions than storytelling. This 90-minute session with Mellissa provides identifying what sets you apart from your competitors, crafting an authentic brand story to connect with your customers and applying StorySelling to your sales strategy to close more sales. A SCORE webinar.

This business formation webinar is tailored to help entrepreneurs and business owners thoroughly understand the advantages and disadvantages of each entity type (sole proprietor, LLC, s-corp.) from legal separate entities, tax reporting structures, non-tax paying entities, liabilities, asset protection and more. In today’s competitive market, choosing the correct business entity is more than just a procedural step; it’s a strategic decision that impacts every aspect of your operations and long-term success. This webinar was needed because new business owners frequently navigate the initial setup phase without a clear understanding of the implications of their choices. The structure you choose affects not only your liability and tax obligations but also your ability to manage everyday operational tasks effectively. Each entity type comes with its unique requirements and benefits, and understanding these can be the difference between flourishing and floundering. Additionally, SCORE will cover essential topics such as government and state registration, agreements, permits and business insurance. Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to improve an existing business, join SCORE to learn how to establish your business on a strong and compliant foundation. A SCORE webinar.

Business Credit is the simplest but most misunderstood aspect of a company’s success. However, in today’s competitive business landscape, it is more important than ever for entrepreneurs to establish and maintain a strong business credit profile. Doing so unlocks a world of financing opportunities and provides the foundation for expansion and growth. Additionally, a solid business credit profile can help you qualify for loans, credit lines and better financing terms without relying on personal credit. Building business credit is about setting your business up for long-term success. By taking the time to establish and nurture your business credit profile, you can position your business for growth, sustainability and profitability for many years to come. There is no time like NOW to start building a robust Business Credit Profile and change the entire trajectory of your company! If you truly want to unlock funding products and opportunities that most entrepreneurs dream of doing, don’t miss this webinar! A SCORE webinar.