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EDC FEBRUARY 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: CITY OF MOORPARK: READY • SET • GROW: SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS WORKSHOP SERIES
February 12 and 19 @ 8:00 am
Join the City of Moorpark 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: Moorpark City Council Chamber, 323 Science Drive, Moorpark, CA 93021. Price: FREE.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: FROM SKILLED EMPLOYEE TO TEAM LEADER: SUPERVISORY & LEADERSHIP FUNDAMENTALS
February 25 @ 8:00 am
You were promoted because you’re great at your work. Now you’re responsible for making sure others do it well, and that requires a completely different skill set. Join the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County and the Economic Development Collaborative for a focused, high-impact course designed for skilled employees who have recently moved into a supervisory role. This course bridges the gap between “doing the work” and “leading the work,” helping participants transition from operator to process leader. Check-in: 8:00 – 8:30 am. Address: Workforce Development Board of Ventura County Office, 3rd Floor, 2901 North Ventura Road, Oxnard. Price: FREE.
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EDC PARTNER SCHEDULE
SCORE: UNLOCK THE POWER OF GOOGLE ADS FOR SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS
February 9 @ 2:00 pm
Leverage Google to put your business directly in front of people seeking your products and services. Google Ads offers fast, cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes. Learn about setting up a free Google My Business profile, what Google Search Ads are and why they are valuable, search trends for your business, how to budget for a campaign, and common mistakes to avoid when running Google Ads. Price: $10.00.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF VENTURA COUNTY AND CALIFORNIA EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION: YOUR ROLE AS A MANAGER
February 10 @ 12:00 pm
Today’s managers are tomorrow’s leaders, and preparing them is critical for your organization’s success. With baby boomers retiring and leadership gaps widening, developing strong managers is more urgent than ever. This training equips new managers with essential tools to confidently influence team performance and engagement. By building a strong foundation, managers will be empowered to motivate, lead, and communicate effectively, driving success for themselves and their teams. This virtual event will be hosted live. Be sure to bring your questions and register now to reserve your spot! Price: FREE.
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SCORE: FROM GOOGLE TO AI SEARCH: HOW LOCAL SERVICE BUSINESSES STAY DISCOVERABLE
February 10 @ 1:00 pm
Search is changing fast. Customers are no longer finding local service businesses only through Google; they’re increasingly asking AI tools who to hire. In this practical, non-technical workshop, you’ll learn how local service businesses can stay discoverable as search evolves from traditional Google results to AI-powered search and answers. We’ll cover how Google Business Profiles, websites, reviews, and structured content now feed both Google and AI systems and what simple steps you can take today to future-proof your online presence. Using real-world examples from home service businesses, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable guidance to improve visibility, earn trust, and attract more customers without chasing buzzwords or complex tools. Price: $10.00.
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SCORE: PAY PER CLICK ADVERTISING – OR HOW NOT TO LOSE YOUR SHIRT ON GOOGLE
February 11 @ 1:00 pm
This workshop will cover the following key aspects of advertising on Google: an introduction to Google advertising, different ad types, keyword and targeting strategies and measuring success. Price: $10.00.
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SCORE: AI-POWERED BUSINESS PLANNING: CREATE A QUICK BUSINESS PLAN IN 3 HOURS
February 12 @ 9:00 am
Join SCORE and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service that explains the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine-tune their Value Statement. In the second part of the workshop, you will use the “Lean Canvas” to begin the process of turning your product/service into a business. In this interactive session, you use the canvas to guide you in expanding the information in the Unique Value Statement by capturing key ideas, concepts, and strategies about your business. This creates a basic framework that you can use to complete YOUR full, detailed business plan. Have paper, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.” Price: $10.00.
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SCORE: LINKEDIN FROM PROFILE TO PRO-FABULOUS
February 12 @ 10:00 am
Join SCORE to discover strategic approaches to amplify your LinkedIn presence. This session, led by Roni Ramos, will provide practical insights on leveraging LinkedIn to enhance your business’s visibility and expand your professional network. Learn how to optimize your profile, utilize LinkedIn’s advanced features for content sharing, and engage effectively with your connections. This webinar is perfect for business owners, marketers, and professionals at any level of expertise who are looking to maximize their impact on LinkedIn and forge meaningful connections. This webinar is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with LinkedIn. Price: FREE.
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SCORE: BEST WAYS TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS ON A BUDGET
February 13 @ 10:00 am
With so many marketing options available to small businesses, where should you allocate your budget and resources to maximize results? You’re not alone if you feel overwhelmed about how to market your business and stretch your budget to generate the best ROI (return on investment). This informative webinar will cover top-producing, cost-effective marketing methods to build brand awareness, increase repeat business and generate quality leads. In addition, SCORE will share some of their favorite free marketing resources. Leave with action items you can implement right away! Price: FREE.
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