Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) free event and webinar schedule

EDC AUGUST 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.

AI FOR REVENUE SYSTEMS AND OFFER CREATION: BUILD OFFERS, LEAD MAGNETS, AND A 90-DAY GROWTH PLAN

August 18 @ 10:00 am

Many entrepreneurs struggle with revenue, not because they lack ideas, but because they don’t have clear offers or systems in place. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to use AI to design revenue pathways, create lead magnets, draft offers, write landing page copy, and map out a 90-day implementation plan. This session will help you turn your knowledge, services, or products into structured offers that generate revenue. By the end of the webinar, you’ll have a clearer plan for monetization and business growth using AI as a strategic partner. Price: FREE.

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UPDATED: CYBERSECURITY FOR WEB DESIGNERS: YOU HAVE THE PROTECTION POWER!

August 19 @ 1:00 pm

Sole practitioners and micro-business web designers play a critical role in protecting their clients’ online presence and their own businesses. This webinar highlights why having a basic succession plan matters in the event of an unexpected event, and how strong cybersecurity practices can become a trust-building, marketable differentiator for your services. Attendees will also learn simple, effective steps to secure WordPress websites, hosting providers and domains, including plugin security, access controls, backups and multi-factor authentication (MFA), so clients feel confident their websites are in capable hands. Price: FREE.

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EN ESPAÑOL: INTRODUCCIÓN A LA INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL PARA PEQUEÑOS NEGOCIOS

August 24 @ 6:00 pm

Este taller introduce a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas a los fundamentos de la Inteligencia Artificial y cómo puede aplicarse en las operaciones diarias de un negocio. Los participantes aprenderán qué es la IA, cómo la utilizan actualmente las empresas y dónde puede generar un mayor impacto. La sesión incluirá ejemplos prácticos relacionados con marketing, servicio al cliente, creación de contenido, productividad y crecimiento empresarial. Precio: GRATIS.

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IN-PERSON: AMAZON 101 – ASSESSMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND STORE MANAGEMENT

August 26 @ 9:00 am

Join The City of Thousand Oaks, SCORE Ventura, EDC, Accelerate California, and Mission Bank in this work shop that helps guide you through the process of selling on Amazon. Learning to do so can be very profitable, with many sellers earning significant monthly revenue and good profit margins, but success isn’t guaranteed and requires smart strategies, proper investment, and navigating high competition, fees, and potential IP issues. In this workshop we will discuss the basics as it relates to if and how to setup your own Amazon Store. A City of Thousand Oaks, SCORE Ventura, EDC, Accelerate California, and Mission Bank in-person event. Address: 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362. Price: FREE.

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EN ESPAÑOL: CÓMO OBTENER MEJORES RESULTADOS CON INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL

August 27 @ 6:00 pm

Muchos empresarios han experimentado con herramientas de IA, pero tienen dificultades para obtener resultados útiles y consistentes. Este taller se enfoca en desarrollar estrategias efectivas para interactuar con la Inteligencia Artificial y mejorar los resultados. Los participantes aprenderán a proporcionar contexto, formular mejores preguntas, perfeccionar respuestas y utilizar la IA para resolver desafíos comunes en sus negocios. Precio: GRATIS.

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EN ESPAÑOL: MARKETING Y REDES SOCIALES CON INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL

August 31 @ 6:00 pm

El marketing requiere tiempo, creatividad y consistencia. Este taller explora cómo la Inteligencia Artificial puede apoyar la creación de contenido, las redes sociales, campañas de correo electrónico, branding y actividades promocionales. Los participantes aprenderán métodos prácticos para generar ideas, crear contenido más rápidamente y mantener una presencia digital más sólida reduciendo el tiempo dedicado al marketing. Precio: GRATIS.

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EDC PARTNER SCHEDULE

CEA: MANAGING REDUCED HOURS AND LAYOFFS

August 18 @ 10:00 am

Many HR professionals will face the challenging task of making job cut decisions that impact not just employees, but the future of the business. These are deeply emotional and difficult choices, and it’s crucial for HR professionals to understand their options and pitfalls. This helps to prevent lawsuits, minimize job losses, and ensure the company remains competitive during tough times. This training will provide the knowledge and tools needed to handle these decisions with both empathy, compliance, and professionalism. This virtual event will be hosted live. Be sure to bring your questions and register now to reserve your spot! A Workforce Development Board of Ventura County and California Employers Association webinar. Price: FREE.

 

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SCORE: THE NEW WORK LIFE BALANCE: CREATING A PORTFOLIO LIFE

August 18 @ 1:00 pm

The time has come when we need to be “portfolio people” who think of our vocations, not just in terms of a single defined job or occupation, but more as a holistic body of work. In this workshop, SCORE will discuss what it takes to create a career and life portfolio and then how to live it! A SCORE webinar. Price: $10.00

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