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EDC NOVEMBER 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.
MICROBUSINESSES & QUANTUM: HOW TO START PREPARING
November 4 @ 9:00 am
Quantum computing sounds like science fiction, but its impact on everyday security is coming fast—and you don’t need an IT department or a big budget to get ahead of it. In this plain-English session, we’ll demystify what quantum computing actually is, why its ability to break traditional encryption matters for small teams, and how you can prepare using a lean, cloud-based setup. You’ll walk away with actionable steps you can take today—from leveraging your cloud providers’ built-in security updates to auditing your software vendors, cleaning up old accounts, and tightening basic access controls—ensuring your small business and client data stay fully protected for the future. Price: FREE.
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BIGGEST MISTAKES PART 1: WHAT TO DO IF YOU CLICK
November 12 @ 9:00 am
It happens to the best of us: you’re rushing through emails, click a link, and immediately realize something isn’t right. Panicking won’t help, but taking fast, simple actions will. In this practical, judgment-free session, we’ll walk through the exact step-by-step checklist to follow the second you suspect a bad click. You’ll learn how to safely disconnect your device, isolate potential malware, change critical credentials, and alert your team—turning a moment of panic into a quick, controlled response that stops a minor mistake from becoming a major breach. Price: FREE.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: CHATGPT FOR SMALL BUSINESS
November 13 @ 9:00 am
Build your AI skills and learn directly from OpenAI Academy how ChatGPT can support the work you do every day—from researching an idea to drafting a customer message or organizing a recurring task. OpenAI Academy, the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), and the Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) invite Santa Barbara–area business leaders, small-business owners, operators, and employees to a hands-on professional development workshop. Set aside a morning to explore what ChatGPT can do, try it on a task that matters to your work, and ask questions along the way. Come on your own or with colleagues. Bring a laptop, your questions, and a nonconfidential business task you would like to explore. You’ll have time to test ideas and consider where ChatGPT could fit into your work. Price: FREE. Address: OASIS at UC Santa Barbara, 71 S. Los Carneros Road, Goleta, CA.
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SYSTEMS MONITORING – WHAT IS IT AND HOW WILL IT WORK FOR ME?
November 13 @ 9:00 am
Systems monitoring doesn’t require a full-time IT department, but understanding what’s protecting your business is crucial. In this practical, jargon-free session, we’ll demystify what monitoring actually means for small business owners and compare what you can handle yourself versus what’s best left to a Managed Service Provider (MSP). We’ll cover the essential layers every lean business needs—including everyday computer monitoring, vulnerability scanning, pen testing, website and domain tracking, and email protections like stopping unauthorized forwarding rules. You’ll walk away with a clear blueprint to spot your security blind spots, evaluate your current setup, and decide the most cost-effective path to keep your business running smoothly and securely. Price: FREE.
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EDC PARTNER SCHEDULE
EN ESPAÑOL: PREPÁRATE PARA LOS DESASTRES: CREA UN PLAN PARA UN NEGOCIO MÁS RESILIENTE
4 de noviembre a las 6:00 pm
¿Estás lista/o para tomar el control de tu crédito? La clase Construye tu Crédito WEV te invita a participar en un webinar especial diseñado para ayudar a dueñas(os) de negocios a prepararse para lo inesperado. Nuestra comunidad ha vivido muchos desastres, y sabemos que pueden ocurrir en cualquier momento. Tomar medidas para preparar tu negocio con anticipación puede ayudarte a proteger a tus empleados, clientes, operaciones y todo lo que has trabajado para construir. Durante este webinar, aprenderás pasos prácticos para preparar mejor tu negocio y hacerlo más resiliente antes de que ocurra el próximo desastre. Ya sea que apenas estés comenzando a crear un plan de emergencia o que quieras fortalecer el que ya tienes, esta sesión te brindará herramientas y recursos útiles para ayudarte a ti y a tu negocio a tener mayor tranquilidad y estar mejor preparados. Precio: GRATIS.
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SCORE: SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING ESSENTIALS FOR BUSINESS
November 5 @ 10:00 am
Social media can be overwhelming for business owners. Which platforms. How often to post. What to post. This class will give you the basics everyone needs. Price: FREE.
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SCORE: QUICKBOOKS ONLINE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW
November 6 @ 9:00 am
Learn the basic skills of QuickBooks Online in this “hands-on” workshop and learn to record your business transactions properly. And also learn why QuickBooks Online is an excellent choice for small business accounting that will grow with you. Price: FREE.
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SCORE: AI-POWERED BUSINESS PLANNING: CREATE A QUICK BUSINESS PLAN IN 3 HOURS
November 10 @ 12:00 pm
Join SCORE in this hands-on workshop in which you will first write your “Unique Value Statement” that concisely describes your product or service and its value. Using the “Lean Canvas,” you will write a draft one-page business plan – all in three hours! Price: FREE.
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SCORE: HOW TO GET FEATURED ON PODCASTS & GROW YOUR BUSINESS
November 12 @ 11:30 am
This hands-on workshop will show you exactly how to get booked as a guest on top podcasts and use those appearances to build your brand, boost your SEO, and fill your content calendar. Price: FREE.
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SCORE: STREAMLINING YOUR ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY TO SCALE BUSINESS OPERATIONS
November 12 @ 1:30 pm
Learn how to break free from daily administrative gridlock and build a modern, automated back-office framework that handles the heavy lifting. Price: FREE.
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IN-PERSON EVENT: SUSTAINABLE CHANGE ALLIANCE: 2026 SANTA BARBARA IMPACT BUSINESS SUMMIT
November 12 @ 3:00 pm
The Sustainable Change Alliance Annual Summit will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, nonprofits, academics, and community members to explore how Santa Barbara can become a stronger hub for innovation and entrepreneurship that benefits people and the planet. The event will showcase many local companies and organizations through rapid-fire presentations and interactive exhibits, followed by a keynote address from UCSB Chancellor Dennis Assanis on building a thriving innovation ecosystem and a panel exploring how venture capital, philanthropy, and corporate investment can help local innovators grow. By connecting Santa Barbara’s research institutions, entrepreneurial talent, investors, mission-driven organizations, and sustainability-minded community, the Summit aims to turn connection into action and help promising local solutions move from concept to growth. Address: 1118 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. Price: FREE.
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SCORE: VIDEO MARKETING 101 FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
November 13 @ 10:00 am
This session is designed to turn your smartphone into your most powerful marketing tool by teaching you how to be authentically human, not polished and scripted. Price: FREE.
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