Upcoming Events

This webinar will provide a brief overview of SBA programs and services, with an emphasis on SBA’s federal contracting resources! Have you considered, is government contracting a good fit for your business? This will be an intro to small business certification programs. Government contracts are a tremendous financial opportunity for small businesses, and the U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses. The SBA has several contracting assistance programs, and federal contracting resources available to assist entrepreneurs. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and find out about the multiple resources available to help you on your way to small business success. This event will take place online, please register for the log on information. 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. An SBA webinar.

Organizations interested in providing employment and training services are encouraged to learn more about their Request for Proposals (RFP) process for $2 million of annual Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding earmarked for Ventura County. The RFP will be released in May 2023 via the Ventura County Bonfire Procurement Portal. For questions contact 805.477.5306 or email hsa-info.Wdb@ventura.org. Workforce Development Board Ventura County (WDBVC) is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids in services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you have a limitation’s hearing or speaking dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). A WDBVC virtual workshop.

During this webinar, CMTC Quality Practice Lead Eliot Dratch will give an overview of the use of Integrated Product Development; describe scenarios of how to successfully implement the 5 Stages of APQP; and present the case for using APQP to ensure you’ve met the Voice of the Customer (VoC). A CMTC webinar.

Are you working too hard to find enough profitable customers and clients for your business? Bring your pen and paper. This hands-on workshop will take you through five specific ways people are doubling and tripling their sales with low-cost and no-cost techniques you can start using almost instantly. Whether you market traditionally or through Social Media, this is one of the most important workshops you will attend this year. In this workshop 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 better clients and customers for your business, easier and faster. A Ventura County 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 targeted to new entrepreneurs. Topics covered 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. 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. An SBA 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.

Join EDC and Fillmore Association of Businesses for a NO-COST QuickBooks Workshop at Fillmore Town Theatre from April 11 to May 2, every Tuesday evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Learn how to set up and run your finances using QuickBooks in just 4 easy sessions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to streamline your business finances. Please bring your own laptop with Wi-Fi. Address: Fillmore Town Theatre, 338 Central Ave, Fillmore, CA 93015. An EDC and FAB workshop.

This webinar will provide a brief overview of SBA programs and services, with an emphasis on SBA’s federal contracting resources! Have you considered, is government contracting a good fit for your business ? This will be an intro to small business certification programs. Government contracts are a tremendous financial opportunity for small businesses, and the U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses. The SBA has several contracting assistance programs, and federal contracting resources available to assist entrepreneurs. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and find out about the multiple resources available to help you on your way to small business success. This event will take place online, please register for the log on information. 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. An SBA webinar.

Employers need help to overcome the challenges they face today. California Workforce Development Boards hold the key to providing employers with support in recruiting and training their next employees. California Employers Association has worked closely with its members to provide them with resources to assist them in finding opportunities during this unprecedented time. This training will explore the skills that employers need from their workforce today. Their discussions will include collaborative ways to ensure that employers are able to obtain employees that are ready to hire and resources that will help employers succeed.  A Workforce Development Board of Ventura County and California Employers Association virtual training.

Many business owners can easily get overwhelmed when it comes to understanding and choosing a legal entity for their own business. Which should they choose? What factors determine which entity is best? What state should they register in? In this webinar, Nellie Akalp will detail strategies for incorporating and maintaining a business.  A SCORE webinar.

Learn to build your prospect list with one great social media strategy – no matter your platform. As a speaker, coach, author, women’s empowerment advocate and community founder, Lin Schussler-Williams has over 20 years of experience in helping individuals, groups, business owners and salespeople build their dreams and create fulfilling lives. Her current focus is on helping solopreneurs and small business owners increase sales and empowering women to be their best. A SCORE webinar.

Connect, Collaborate, and Learn with WEV. Join WEV each month (with your favorite morning brew) to Connect, Collaborate and Learn from other women entrepreneurs. Along with a special guest speaker, you can share, listen and support one another to reach your business goals. A WEV 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 targeted to new entrepreneurs. Topics covered 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. 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. An SBA webinar.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), City of Santa Paula and Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to bring you a FREE in-person workshop on social media planning, unique marketing strategies and boosting sales through advertising. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn valuable business skills! Address: Glenn Tavern Inn, 134 N Mill St, Santa Paula, CA 93060. An EDC, City of Santa Paula and Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce In-person workshop.