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EDC SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER EVENT AND WEBINAR SCHEDULE
The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost events and webinars. Space is limited. Register today!
Plan ahead! Our full EDC and partner event schedule is updated at the start of each month.
IN-PERSON EVENT: READY • SET • GROW: SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES
September 16, 23 and 30 @ 9:00 am
Join the City of Oxnard and Economic Development Collaborative for a 3-part series to help business owners improve legal compliance, financial planning and marketing. Participants will receive hands-on, practical training to achieve real results, such as official registration, funding readiness, and customer growth. This 3-workshop series will be conducted in English, with the option to answer questions in Spanish. Hands-on materials will be provided in both languages. Address: Oxnard Main Library, 251 S A St., Oxnard, CA, 93030.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: HOW TO GET YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE (AND OUT THERE!)
September 22 @ 9:30 am
A website is crucial for small businesses as it establishes credibility, expands reach, and enhances marketing efforts. Join SCORE Ventura County, City of Moorpark, EDC & Accelerate CA, WEV, Moorpark Adult School and Moorpark College to learn about setting up your website or improving your existing one. Address: Moorpark Adult School, 280 Poindexter Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: READY • SET • GROW: SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES
October 2, 9 and 16 @ 8:00 am
Join the City of Ventura and Economic Development Collaborative for a 3-part series to help business owners improve legal compliance, financial planning and marketing. Participants will receive hands-on, practical training to achieve real results, such as official registration, funding readiness, and customer growth. This 3-workshop series will be conducted in English, with the option to answer questions in Spanish. Hands-on materials will be provided in both languages. Address: Ventura City Hall, 501 Poli St, Ventura, CA 93001.
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EDC PARTNER SCHEDULE
SCORE: BUSINESS FORMATION UNCOVERED: NAVIGATING BUSINESS STRUCTURES
September 9 @ 10:30 am
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 right 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. The need for this webinar arose from observing how frequently new business owners navigate the initial setup phase without a clear understanding of the implications of their choices. Your chosen structure affects not only your liability and tax obligations but also your ability to manage everyday operational tasks effectively. Each entity type has unique requirements and benefits; understanding these can be the difference between flourishing and floundering.
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SBA: MYSBA CERTIFICATION TRAINING ~ MENTOR PROTÉGÉ & EMPOWER TO GROW PROGRAMS
September 9 @ 11:00 am
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.
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SCORE: THE ART & SCIENCE OF PRICING, BIDDING AND BILLING
September 9 @ 2:00 pm
This workshop focuses primarily on service businesses and how to establish pricing to be both profitable and competitive. We will examine best practices for negotiating, budget development, presenting estimates and winning bids. Finally, we will discuss billing strategies to ensure timely payment and see your invoices as a valuable marketing tool for future business. Please note: this webinar will not be recorded. Attendance is required.
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SCORE: SEO & GOOGLE ADS MASTERCLASS: ACTIONABLE GUIDE FOR REAL RESULTS
September 10 @ 11:00 am
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 (free) 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 steps to 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!
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SBA: MYSBA CERTIFICATION TRAINING ~ CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
September 11 @ 11:00 am
This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but are not limited to: Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc.
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SCORE: FIVE FINANCIAL PITFALLS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS TO AVOID
September 11 @ 2:00 pm
Join SCORE to discuss financial mistakes commonly made by small business owners that can have serious consequences on the value of their businesses and how you can avoid them. SCORE will share various wealth-building strategies and financial tools that you should know about to protect the value of your business, increase your liquidity, prepare your business for sale or succession and unlock the value of your business for your retirement, legacy and more. Please note: this webinar will not be recorded. Attendance is required.
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SCORE: YOUR 1 MINUTE SALES PRESENTATION
September 12 @ 10:00 am
Does this scenario sound familiar? You’ve been following up with your number 1 prospect for MONTHS. She’s always busy. Always out of town. Always not available. Then, at your chamber of commerce meeting, there she is. You take a deep breath, approach her and say hello. “I’ve gotten your messages, but I’m not sure we’re a match. I’ve got a minute, give me your story.” Yes, the pressure is on, but you’re ready because you took this webinar, Your 1-Minute Sales Presentation. At the very beginning, you’ll learn that when it comes to your sales, there are three very important things to remember.
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SCORE: STARTING A BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
September 13 @ 10:00 am
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.
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