Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Honoring Women’s History Month

HONORING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
The Economic Development Collaborative would like to recognize Women’s History Month. Since 2010 the EDC has counseled over 2700 women owned businesses and has helped generate over $13 billion in revenue. The EDC is dedicated in supporting women with achieving their business goals.
The EDC is proud to support the community by providing professional technical assistance in English and Spanish through our Small Business Development Center. Our NO-COST advising areas include:
  • Start-up Guidance
  • Marketing & Branding
  • International Trade
  • E-commerce & Social Media
  • Manufacturing Assistance
  • Legal Compliance
  • Strategic Planning
  • QuickBooks & Accounting
  • And MORE
If you need assistance with your business, please give us a call:
EDC Business Assistance Line 805.409.9159
Women’s Small Business Month Webinars
WEV: CONNECT, COLLABORATE, AND LEARN WITH WEV
March 17 @ 9:00 am PST
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 will have the opportunity to share, listen and support one another to reach your business goals.
WEV: RAISING THE VOICES OF WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS
March 22 @ 4:00 pm PST
Join WEV to learn how to strengthen the role of women entrepreneurs through the power of advocacy. During this session you will: Hear from inspiring women entrepreneurs from across California who are using their voices to bring positive change to their businesses, and their communities. Define ways you can advocate for your needs as a business owner on the local, state and federal level. Identify ways to find and use your voice and tap into your power as a women entrepreneur. Learn ways to become engaged in advocacy efforts about issues central to your role as a small business owner in California.
SBA: SBA WOMEN’S MONTH ODU WBC RESOURCES PRESENTATION BY ERIKA SMALL-SISCO
March 13 @ 9:00 am PST
Join SBA during Women’s Month – WBC at ODU presents valuable resources, new program info and updates to take your business to the next level.
SBA: SBA WOMEN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS WEBSITE AND HOW TO CERTIFY, PTAC LYNNE MANN
March 13 @ 11:00 am PST
Do you need assistance with the ins and outs of government contracting, join SBA as we walk you through the WOSB process and be certified!
SBA: SBA WOMEN’S MONTH USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT VALUE ADDED GRANT, LAURETTE TUCKER
March 14 @ 7:30 am PST
SBA/USDA Collaborative on Value Added Program through Rural Development and how it can grow your business and then participate in exporting.
SBA: SBA WOMEN’S MONTH AGRIBUSINESS IN AMERICA, MARTHA FAIN WITH LIVVY PREISSER
March 14 @ 9:00 am PST
Martha Boneta Fain, Women in Agriculture Advocate will present on the future of Agriculture and Agribusiness in America & Livvy Preisser VT
SBA: WOSB CERTIFICATION – (WOMEN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS)
March 15 @ 10:00 am PST
Join the Small Business Administration (SBA) Los Angeles District Office for a virtual workshop to increase your potential for federal contract opportunities through the WOSB program certifications. This virtual workshop is targeted to small businesses located in the SBA Los Angeles District Office service area — Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
SBA: SBA WOMEN’S MONTH FUTURE OF BUSINESS CYBER HYGIENE, JERI PROPHET, EXPERT
March 15 @ 7:30 am PST
If you have a business, small or large, this is a must for your business! The most relevant subject for keeping your business secure!
MEET OUR STAFF AND ADVISORS
In celebration of National Women’s History Month, we would like to recognize some of our advisors and staff! In 2022, our entire EDC SBDC team provided over 4,900 hours to woman-owned small businesses in the region. The EDC is grateful for the advisors and staff’s commitment and dedication to small businesses!
Advisors
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Luisa Arzate
Tracy Beard
Erica Bristol
Deborah Deras
Melissa Forziat
Erin Fredregill
Elizabeth Haffner
Shalene Hayman
Siddhi Khara
Bonnie Lu
Sylvia Martini
Adilene Polis
Simona Racek
Juliana Ramírez
Irma Ramos
Karen Scuncio
Sonata Taman
Staff
Click on the staff’s photo to learn more about their background.
Monica Estrella
Grants and Contracts Manager
Alondra Gaytán
Director of Strategic Relations
Stephanie González
Bilingual Marketing Assistant
Tiffany Hunsberger
Loan Relationship Specialist
Mariah Jeffrey
Client Relationship Specialist
Vicki Meraz
Loan Program Assistant
Kelly Noble
Office Manager
Tracie Schneider
Communications and Marketing Manager
Vivian Vázquez
Workforce and Economic Strategies Senior Associate
Looking for NO-COST Business Consulting Services?
The EDC SBDC call team and experienced advisors are available to answer questions and help you navigate today’s complex business environment. The Economic Development Collaborative hosts the Small Business Development Center and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Signing up as a client takes just a few minutes and provides you with lifetime access to all of our no-cost services.
Get started today with no-cost consulting by calling our
Business Assistance Line at 805.409.9159.
Resources and advising are available in English and Spanish.
Access our Loan Program by calling 805.409.9497.
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