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January	January	1 Network Like a Pro with Instagram Network Like a Pro with Instagram 10:30 am-12:00 pm February 1, 2022 With over 700 million monthly users, Instagram offers businesses a huge potential audience. This program consists of a four part framework of: Analyzing, Adjusting, Arranging, and Activating your Instagram Plan. A Ventura County SCORE webinar.	2 Paid Advertising Tactics Every Business Owner Should Know Paid Advertising Tactics Every Business Owner Should Know 10:30 am-12:00 pm February 2, 2022 Learn the basics of successful paid advertising strategies and how to drive new leads for your business. Online marketing is constantly evolving, which can make it difficult for your business to keep up. In this webinar, SCORE will break down the different paid ad campaigns by platform with best practices you can use to get the most out of your marketing dollars. A Ventura County SCORE webinar.	3 Ask the CPA 2022 – Tax Advice for Your Small Business Ask the CPA 2022 – Tax Advice for Your Small Business 10:00 am-11:00 am February 3, 2022 Tax season will be here sooner than you think! If you have tax questions, SCORE has tax answers. Join SCORE for this LIVE Q&A session with certified CPA and small business tax expert Micah Fraim. A whole hour dedicated to answering your tax-related questions and concerns, offering tax advice you can implement throughout the year. A Santa Barbara Score Webinar.	4	5
6	7	8 Small Business Resilience – How to Sharpen Your Focus and Decrease Stress Small Business Resilience – How to Sharpen Your Focus and Decrease Stress 10:00 am-11:00 am February 8, 2022 Join this live webinar and bring your own chocolate! Every business owner will go through hard times, and staying resilient can be the difference between the businesses that succeed and the businesses that don’t. In this webinar, Founder & CEO of MYRetreat Inc., Melissa Mueller-Douglas, will demonstrate how you can improve your resilience and sharpen your focus with an experiential learning technique called mindful eating. A SCORE Webinar. QuickBooks Online and Best Accounting Practices for Small Businesses QuickBooks Online and Best Accounting Practices for Small Businesses 10:30 am-12:00 pm February 8, 2022 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. A Ventura County SCORE webinar. Amazon (Increasing Your Sales) – Marketing and Ad Campaigns Amazon (Increasing Your Sales) – Marketing and Ad Campaigns 5:00 pm-6:00 pm February 8, 2022 When you start off selling on Amazon, you have to advertise to generate “sales velocity”. As your Product listing matures, you still have to advertise , but at a lower % of Sales to maintain your momentum. In this workshop SCORE will discuss the basics as it relates to how to setup your own Amazon Marketing and Ad Campaigns. A Santa Barbara SCORE webinar.	9 Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Regulatory Update Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Regulatory Update 9:00 am-11:00 am February 9, 2022 This webinar, co-hosted by CMTC and the CA Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), will provide practical guidance to California manufacturers on multiple economic incentives, resources, and workforce training funding to save money and foster growth – Moderated by Linda Rosenberg, CMTC, Client Advisor. A CMTC webinar.	10 The 7 Secrets to Mastering Your Sales Pitch The 7 Secrets to Mastering Your Sales Pitch 10:00 am-11:00 am February 10, 2022 Studies show that most sales communication fails to perform in the first meeting, but even worse, it absolutely collapses when your audience tries to “re-tell” your message to other key decision makers the vital “second meeting.” So can you engineer our communication in a way that will make it more robust and memorable in the first meeting and more importantly, allow it to survive the “re-tellability test?” A SCORE webinar.	11 WEV Works: The Art and Joy of Boundary Setting WEV Works: The Art and Joy of Boundary Setting 9:00 am-10:00 am February 11, 2022 As women and entrepreneurs, our boundaries are often stretched and tested both personally and professionally. In this session, Rochida McClure, LMFT, will help you make space in 2022 for joy to reenter your professional and personal life by learning to establish boundaries from a place of courage and self-care. She will provide tools to gain a better understanding of yourself – your fears, your values and the boundaries you will need to set to create more space in your life. Come to this workshop not just to learn how to say “no” but to understand why you say “yes” to so many obligations in the first place! A WEV webinar. How to Create a 2022 Social Media Content Calendar How to Create a 2022 Social Media Content Calendar 12:00 pm-1:30 pm February 11, 2022 Who’s ready to get organized this 2022!? Let’s be honest, we all get overwhelmed by Social Media because we often wear too many hats and think we need to be on every platform. The fact is we only need to be posting on the platforms where our target market is spending their time. The best way to get organized and efficient is to create a social media calendar. Deborah has a saying: schedule it in your calendar, see it in your life and she will show you how to do it to save time, energy and make you money. An EDC SBDC webinar.	12
13	14	15 Grow Your Business Brand by Becoming a Self-Published Author Grow Your Business Brand by Becoming a Self-Published Author 10:00 am-11:00 am February 15, 2022 Sponsored by Self-Publishing School: Writing a book is not just for novelists, it can be a great investment for your business. In fact, publishing a book can help position you as an authority in your service field and bring in leads and revenue for your business. In this webinar, Chandler Bolt, CEO of Self-Publishing School, will give you key strategies on how to write and publish your first book. You’ll get the 3-Step System used to rapidly mind map, outline, and write your books in as little as one week. A SCORE webinar. Double Your Sales With 5 Easy Steps Double Your Sales With 5 Easy Steps 10:00 am-12:00 pm February 15, 2022 In this webinar for small business owners, top marketing consultant James Bond will share five secrets to growing your business, increasing your number of clients and customers and boosting your profits almost immediately, using advanced and guerrilla marketing techniques. If you have a small or mid-sized business, you will learn a few simple ways to win more and get better clients and customers for your business. A Ventura County SCORE webinar. Economic Incentives/Tax Credits for CA Manufacturers Economic Incentives/Tax Credits for CA Manufacturers 10:30 am-11:30 am February 15, 2022 This webinar, co-hosted by CMTC and the CA Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), will provide practical guidance to California manufacturers on multiple economic incentives, resources, and workforce training funding to save money and foster growth. There will be an opportunity for Q&A, and you are also welcome to submit questions in advance during registration. A CMTC webinar.	16 Email and Social Media Marketing That Get Results! Email and Social Media Marketing That Get Results! 10:30 am-12:00 pm February 16, 2022 In this webinar SCORE will look at how to create a powerful on-line marketing system using email marketing and social media. They will discuss best practices, ideas and what is getting results in the real-world. SCORE will look at ways to grow your email list and what to consider when targeting your audience. A Ventura County SCORE webinar.	17	18 Strong Women, Strong Coffee Strong Women, Strong Coffee 9:00 am-10:00 am February 18, 2022 Connect, Collaborate, Learn with WEV. Strong Women, Strong Coffee is WEV’s monthly meet-up/community empowerment group. Join WEV each month (with your favorite morning brew) to connect, collaborate, and learn from other women entrepreneurs. Meeting every 3rd Friday of the month from 9:00am to 10:00am, you will have the opportunity to share, listen and support one another with reaching your business goals. A WEV webinar.	19
20	21	22 Labor Law Update: What’s new in 2022? Labor Law Update: What’s new in 2022? 10:00 am-11:30 am February 22, 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 Keys to a Successful Black Owned Business Startup 10:00 am-11:00 am February 22, 2022 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.	23 Capital Access Workshop Capital Access Workshop 9:00 am-12:00 pm February 23, 2022 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 From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity 11:00 am-12:00 pm February 23, 2022 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.	24 E-Commerce Technology – Level Up or Level Off? E-Commerce Technology – Level Up or Level Off? 10:00 am-11:00 am February 24, 2022 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 Essentials For Business Part 1 10:00 am-11:30 am February 24, 2022 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.	25 Café con Exito Café con Exito 9:00 am-10:00 am February 25, 2022 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 Online Reputation Management: Yelp, Google, & Online Review Sites 12:00 pm-1:30 pm February 25, 2022 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.	26
27	28 How to Think and Talk About Your Start-Up: Virtual Brown Bag Lunch How to Think and Talk About Your Start-Up: Virtual Brown Bag Lunch 12:00 pm-1:00 pm February 28, 2022 Are you thinking of starting a new business of your own but don’t know where to begin? Join SCORE Santa Barbara for an Interactive Business Start-Up Webinar Session led by Greg Loosvelt and Eric Saltzman to learn key elements that will help you be successful. A Santa Barbara SCORE webinar.	March	March	March	March	March

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How to Start a Business

This virtual workshop is targeted at new entrepreneurs. Topics covered include 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 learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams; please register to obtain the login information. Please note that if you plan 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.

August 04, 2025 10:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Preparing for MySBA Certification

This webinar will include a brief overview of MySBA certification benefits, basic eligibility criteria, steps to prepare for the application (i.e. account creation/login, SAM registration, document checklist), and walk thru of the application. See if your business qualifies for certification and learn how to apply. An SBA webinar.

August 07, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Mentor Protégé & Empower to Grow Programs

This webinar will educate small business owners on the Mentor-Protégé program (MPP). Presenters will discuss program eligibility, benefits and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the complimentary business courses, tailored training and one-on-one consulting available under the Empower to Grow program. An SBA webinar.

August 12, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Certification Eligibility Requirements

This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and discuss common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but not be limited to, Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc. An SBA webinar.

August 14, 2025 11:00 AM

How to Do Business With Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

Unlock Prime & Subcontracting Opportunities with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and its Primes: Rebuilding Los Angeles Through Small Business Partnerships. Gain a comprehensive overview of the processes and procedures involved contracting with LAWA. Learn about the specific certifications required & recognized by LAWA, and how to navigate the application process. Get clear guidance on the necessary documentation & steps involved in becoming a certified business with LAWA. Explore an 18-month look-ahead of available contracting opportunities directly from LAWA representatives. A Live Q&A Session will be available to engage with LAWA experts to get answers directly. An SBA webinar.

August 18, 2025 10:00 AM

How to Start a Business

August 18, 2025 10:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Navigating the Application Process

This webinar will assist small business owners who have successfully submitted a MySBA certification application to navigate the application process. Presenters will discuss how to respond and resubmit an application that has been “Returned to Business”, responses to requests for information (RFI), and other frequently asked questions. An SBA webinar.

August 21, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

This webinar will educate entity-owned firms (owned by Indian tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations) and/or firms located in a HUBZone. Presenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-through for entity-owned/8(a) and/or HUBZone firms. An SBA webinar.

August 26, 2025 11:00 AM

MySBA Certification Training: Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

This webinar educates currently certified small business owners on continuing eligibility and maintaining compliance. Presenters will discuss reporting material changes, submitting annual reviews, responding to notices of proposed decertification, etc. An SBA webinar.

August 28, 2025 11:00 AM

Video Marketing on a Budget: Big Impact, Small Spend

When asked at Fortune's 2016 Most Powerful Women International Summit in London where Facebook would be in a half 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. This workshop teaches you that you don’t have to be perfect, just human. A SCORE webinar.

July 30, 2025 12:00 PM

How to Navigate Difficult Conversations in the Workplace

Do you know how to react effectively when you hear something offensive, directed at you or a colleague? Unfortunately, the most likely outcome for most individuals is this: they say nothing. Either because they are afraid to say the wrong thing or don’t know what to say. Navigating difficult conversations is essential for building trust and team cohesion. The problem is that these discussions can feel uncomfortable and overwhelming, especially when emotions run high. This webinar will equip you with the tools needed to approach conflict with confidence and to facilitate a meaningful dialogue in a way that promotes understanding and resolution. A SCORE webinar.

July 31, 2025 10:00 AM

IN-PERSON EVENT: Insurance for Small Businesses

Learn about insurance from somebody who is not trying to sell you something! Insurance contracts are written by attorneys, but not all insurance agents can explain them in simple terms. In layman's terms, this workshop will briefly overview the types of coverages available and what most businesses need. Address: Thousand Oaks City Hall, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. A SCORE Ventura County, City of Thousand Oaks and Economic Development Collaborative in-person event.

August 13, 2025 08:30 AM

LinkedIn Marketing Essentials

As one of the most important B2B social media platforms, LinkedIn can help you attract more eyes on your business. The biggest advantage of LinkedIn is that it is frequented by many senior-level influencers, decision-makers, and thought leaders. If you want to grab the attention of top-level executives, then you should work on your LinkedIn marketing strategy. Unlike other social networking sites, LinkedIn offers a goldmine of opportunities for B2B marketers. You’ll be better informed about what’s going on in your industry and the industry of your ideal, favorite and most profitable clients. A SCORE webinar.

August 05, 2025 10:00 AM

SEO & Google Ads Masterclass: Actionable Guide for Real Results

Are you tired of guessing how to get more traffic, leads and sales from your website? In this NO-COST masterclass, you’ll learn practical, step-by-step strategies to boost your organic (NO-COST) traffic from Google and run Google Ads that actually work. Discover the exact formula that top businesses use to attract the right visitors and turn them into customers without wasting time or money. You’ll also see how to integrate SEO and Google Ads into one powerful marketing plan that maximizes your ROI. Learn how to create, manage and optimize your campaigns on the world’s biggest search engine — whether you want to do it yourself or work with an agency. Your instructor, Brandon Leibowitz, is the founder of SEO Optimizers with 18+ years of experience helping businesses rank higher and convert better. Brandon’s hands-on, easy-to-follow teaching style means you’ll leave this workshop with clear action steps you can apply immediately. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer or someone exploring a career in digital marketing, this session will help you take control of your website’s performance. Reserve your spot for this NO-COST masterclass today and start driving results! A SCORE webinar.

August 06, 2025 10:30 AM

Unlocking Business Consciousness

This workshop invites founders, executives and mission-driven teams to pause, reflect and realign with the deeper purpose behind their business. Through a dynamic blend of self-inquiry, strategic storytelling and actionable planning, participants will explore how subconscious patterns, misaligned narratives and outdated systems may be stalling their momentum. A SCORE webinar.

August 06, 2025 05:00 PM

From Seen to Sought-After: The Art of Creative & Collaborative Brand Visibility

You’re showing up — but is your brand truly sticking? Whether you're just starting to grow your visibility or ready to expand your reach more meaningfully, this masterclass is your invitation to move beyond the algorithm and into aligned strategy. SCORE will explore the power of pairing strong back-end structure with bold, creative collaboration — so your brand isn’t just seen, it’s sought-after. In this interactive session, SCORE will break down what it takes to build sustainable, relationship-driven visibility, rooted in strategy — not just aesthetics. You’ll also get the chance to deep-dive into your brand and explore what’s working, what’s not and where your next-level visibility opportunities might be hiding. A SCORE webinar.

August 07, 2025 01:00 PM

Marketing, Advertising and Success for Beginners

Learn how to create effective marketing and advertising and implement it with affordable online tools. No matter your experience level, SCORE will start at the beginning to teach you how to think, create and make sure you put it all together to make a real difference in your company. SCORE will even give you shortcuts to NO-COST tools to help your business succeed. A SCORE webinar.

August 08, 2025 11:00 AM

Starting a Business: What You Need to Know

If you are thinking about starting a new business or have recently started one, this is a valuable workshop for you. Starting a Business: What You Need to Know cuts through the confusion and chaos of what you need to do and think about to start a business. In just 2 hours, you will gain a clear understanding of all the legal requirements for a start-up business, as well as actions that are simply smart to do. Some of the key topics covered include naming your business, licenses and taxes, insurance, financing sources, elements of a business plan and marketing considerations. You will also hear how SCORE can help you succeed in your new venture. A SCORE webinar.

August 16, 2025 10:00 AM

Tax Reduction Strategies for Owners of Corporations & LLC’s

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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Upcoming Events

EDC & PARTNER EVENT CALENDAR

Network Like a Pro with Instagram

Paid Advertising Tactics Every Business Owner Should Know

Ask the CPA 2022 – Tax Advice for Your Small Business

Small Business Resilience – How to Sharpen Your Focus and Decrease Stress

QuickBooks Online and Best Accounting Practices for Small Businesses

Amazon (Increasing Your Sales) – Marketing and Ad Campaigns

Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Regulatory Update

The 7 Secrets to Mastering Your Sales Pitch

WEV Works: The Art and Joy of Boundary Setting

How to Create a 2022 Social Media Content Calendar

Grow Your Business Brand by Becoming a Self-Published Author

Double Your Sales With 5 Easy Steps

Economic Incentives/Tax Credits for CA Manufacturers

Email and Social Media Marketing That Get Results!

Strong Women, Strong Coffee

Labor Law Update: What’s new in 2022?

Keys to a Successful Black Owned Business Startup

Capital Access Workshop

From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity

E-Commerce Technology – Level Up or Level Off?

Social Media Essentials For Business Part 1

Café con Exito

Online Reputation Management: Yelp, Google, & Online Review Sites

How to Think and Talk About Your Start-Up: Virtual Brown Bag Lunch

EDC

SCORE

WEV

SBA

CMTC

OTHER

How to Start a Business

MySBA Certification Training: Preparing for MySBA Certification

MySBA Certification Training: Mentor Protégé & Empower to Grow Programs

MySBA Certification Training: Certification Eligibility Requirements

How to Do Business With Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

How to Start a Business

MySBA Certification Training: Navigating the Application Process

MySBA Certification Training: Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

MySBA Certification Training: Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

Video Marketing on a Budget: Big Impact, Small Spend

How to Navigate Difficult Conversations in the Workplace

IN-PERSON EVENT: Insurance for Small Businesses

LinkedIn Marketing Essentials

SEO & Google Ads Masterclass: Actionable Guide for Real Results

Unlocking Business Consciousness

From Seen to Sought-After: The Art of Creative & Collaborative Brand Visibility

Marketing, Advertising and Success for Beginners

Starting a Business: What You Need to Know

Tax Reduction Strategies for Owners of Corporations & LLC’s