EDC PARTNER NOVEMBER EVENT AND WEBINAR SCHEDULE
Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost events and webinars.
Plan ahead! Our full partner event schedule is updated at the start of each month.
SBA: INTRO TO CYBERSECURITY
November 12 @ 10:00 am
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 request please send an email to lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance.
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EN ESPAÑOL: EN PERSONA: SCORE VENTURA COUNTY, LA CUIDAD DE OXNARD Y EL COLABORATIVO DE DESAROLLO ECONOMICO: INTRODUCCIÓN A LA PUBLICIDAD DE PAGO EN LÍNEA PARA PEQUEÑAS EMPRESAS
12 de noviembre a las 10:00 am
¿Es usted propietario de una pequeña empresa y desea atraer a más clientes y promocionar su producto, servicio o local? Este taller lo introducirá al mundo de la publicidad pagada en línea, ofreciéndole los conocimientos esenciales para crear campañas básicas pagadas en línea en plataformas como Google Ads y Facebook Ads. Aprenderá a planificar estratégicamente sus campañas, a identificar al público adecuado y a utilizar técnicas publicitarias eficaces para aumentar la visibilidad y el compromiso con los clientes potenciales. Dirección: Biblioteca Pública de Oxnard (Oxnard Public Library), 251 South A St, Oxnard, CA 93030.
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SCORE: FIX MY SITE AND SOCIALS LIVE!
November 12 @ 10:00 am
Join SCORE for this special webinar where Small Business attendees can submit their website and social media for a live review during the webinar led by Small World Communications CEO Rob McClinton and TechSparks marketing expert Preeti Narang. They join forces to review websites and social media accounts for areas of improvement, missed opportunities and fresh ideas. And the best part? Fixes require minimum technical knowledge and often apply to any of the most popular website platforms available, from WordPress to Shopify and Wix to Squarespace. Attendees will walk away with actionable steps and ideas to help their websites flow and their social media shine. SCORE will review the first 15 sites submitted in the order received. There’s a lot you can learn from hearing a review, so we highly encourage you to attend and learn, even if your site and social accounts are not discussed. It’ll be worth it.
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CMTC: BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION SERIES – PART VII: IMPLEMENTING SUCCESSFUL SAFETY PROGRAMS
November 12 @ 11:00 am
Parts VI and VII of CMTC’s “Business Transformation” series are designed to equip businesses with the tools and strategies necessary to mitigate risk and build a strong safety culture. The first webinar in this safety sub-series focuses on practical measures such as improving temporary worker safety, conducting thorough audits and implementing impactful training programs. The second webinar highlights real-world examples of leadership-driven safety cultures, behavior-based safety strategies and effective return-to-work programs.
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SCORE: THE DEI ADVANTAGE: DISPELLING MISCONCEPTIONS AND ACHIEVING ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS
November 13 @ 10:00 am
In this webinar, SCORE will cut through the misinformation surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and provide you with a clear understanding of what DEI means and why it is essential for every organization, regardless of its size or industry. Misconceptions and resistance often hinder DEI initiatives, but in this webinar, SCORE will break down some of the barriers and provide you with practical tools to build a genuinely inclusive workplace. You’ll gain the clarity and confidence needed to navigate DEI challenges, empowering you to foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every employee feels valued.
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SCORE: ESSENTIAL INSURANCE INSIGHTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES: PROTECT YOUR FUTURE!
November 13 @ 2:00 pm
Join SCORE for an informative webinar featuring Brenda Caloca, Outreach Analyst from the California Department of Insurance, who will guide small business owners through the essential types of insurance coverage. Learn what you need to know to safeguard your business, ensure compliance and secure your future success. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your business with the needed knowledge!
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SCORE: OPTIMIZING YOUR ELEVATOR STORY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
November 14 @ 11:00 am
Thousands of times in your career as a small business owner, you’re given an opportunity to answer the question, “So, what do you do?” This webinar is giving you an opportunity to sharpen your answer. In those moments, you can generate real interest, find a referral partner or maybe just make a new friend. In a master class called “How You Can Make Your Sale and Lose Your Sale in Just 30 Seconds!” you will learn 8 things that are guaranteed to make your elevator stories better, three awesome elevator story templates and four ways to get off to a fast start. The thing to remember, whether you can attend or not, is that there is no such thing as the perfect pitch, just a perfect pitcher. Come experience how you can make or lose a sale in 30 seconds.
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SCORE: TAX REDUCTION STRATEGIES FOR OWNERS OF CORPORATIONS & LLC’S
November 14 @ 2:00 pm
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 be prepared for proposed future CA payroll tax increases with CA Assembly Bill 567. Please note: this webinar will not be recorded. Attendance is required.
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SCORE: STARTING A BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
November 16 @ 10:00 am
If you are thinking about starting a new business or have recently started one, this is a valuable workshop. 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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SBA: HOW TO START A BUSINESS
November 18 @ 10:00 am
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 covers topics 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 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 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. To request reasonable accommodation, please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance.
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