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EDC PARTNER MAY 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: EXPLORE GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OPPORTUNITIES WITH EMERALD CITIES COLLABORATIVE (ECC)
May 28 @ 10:00 am
Join SBA LADO to explore the benefits of connecting with ECC & take your business to the next level in government contracting. Discover how Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) can support your small business in accessing government contracts. ECC connects you with government agencies, prime contractors and other stakeholders to help you build relationships and secure contracting opportunities.
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CMTC: CMTC CYBERSECURITY TRAINING SERIES: HANDLING DEFENSE CUI
May 28 @ 10:00 am
With support from the DoD, CMTC is offering a series of no-cost Cybersecurity Trainings for executives, operations and IT. Starting May 21st and ending June 27th, the trainings will be delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT. Each of the 12 trainings will focus on a specific cybersecurity topic.
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SCORE: LEVEL UP 2024: UPDATED STRATEGIES FOR YOUR WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA
May 28 @ 10:00 am
Your website is a virtual front door to your business. Join SCORE for this special webinar to learn about smart strategies to upgrade your website and social media. Small World Communications CEO Rob McClinton and TechSparks marketing expert Preeti Narang join forces to talk about areas of improvement, missed opportunities and fresh ideas. Attendees will walk away with actionable steps and ideas to help their websites flow and their social media shine.
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SCORE: HOW TO INFLUENCE, PERSUADE & SELL ANYONE
May 29 @ 10:30 am
Have you ever struggled to get someone to accept your ideas or buy your product or service? Well, help is finally on the way, with this breakthrough webinar! In 90 minutes, you will learn how to convince and sell almost anyone. Suddenly, you’ll have an incredible power to persuade all the people in your life, unlike anything you’ve ever been able to do before. From friends and family members to prospects and clients, you will suddenly be able to enjoy more stress-free, predictable and FUN ways to get people on your side and buying from you… whether it be face-to-face, from your website, from your ads and emails and more! In this webinar for small business owners, top behavioral management specialist James I. Bond will share secrets that will help you grow your business and simplify your life almost immediately.
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SCORE: OPTIMIZING YOUR WEBSITE FOR INCREASED SALES
May 29 @ 12:30 pm
Any real estate agent will tell you that it is better to own than rent. Your website is the only virtual real estate you can own, compared to the rental properties of social media platforms. You don’t have to know how to create web code to make your website a more profitable tool for your business.
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SCORE: TAX REDUCTION STRATEGIES FOR OWNERS OF CORPORATIONS & LLC’S
May 29 @ 3:00 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 to 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: THE ART & SCIENCE OF PRICING, BIDDING & BILLING
May 30 @ 10:00 am
This workshop focuses primarily on service businesses and how to establish pricing to be both profitable and competitive. SCORE will examine best practices for negotiating, budget development, presenting estimates and winning bids. Finally, SCORE will discuss billing strategies to ensure timely payment and seeing your invoices as a valuable marketing tool for future business.
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SBA: WORLD TRADE MONTH WEBINAR: LEVERAGING HISPANIC HERITAGE FOR GLOBAL MARKET SUCCESS
May 30 @ 11:00 am
Join SBA’s Office of International Trade and the International Trade Administration’s Global Diversity Export Initiative (GDEI) as they celebrate the 2024 SBA National Small Business Exporter of the Year: Felipe Arroyave, President of Spectrum International. Hear Felipe’s story of achieving the American Dream and of the resources he tapped along the way, including his close working relationship with the UGA Small Business Development Center and U.S. Commercial Service office in Atlanta, GA. By focusing on the global market, this specialty contact lens provider is achieving their vision of “a world that sees better.” Felipe is sharing his story to help others see what the global marketplace has to offer and how to achieve success.
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SCORE: A JOURNEY THROUGH BUSINESS FORMATION
May 30 @ 12:30 pm
This business formation webinar is tailored to help entrepreneurs and business owners thoroughly understand the advantages and disadvantages of each entity type (sole proprietor, LLC, s-corp.) from legal separate entities, tax reporting structures, non-tax paying entities, liabilities, asset protection and more. In today’s competitive market, choosing the right business entity is more than just a procedural step; it’s a strategic decision that impacts every aspect of your operations and long-term success. The need for this webinar arose from observing how frequently new business owners navigate the initial setup phase without a clear understanding of the implications of their choices. The structure you choose affects not only your liability and tax obligations but also your ability to manage everyday operational tasks effectively. Each entity type comes with its unique requirements and benefits, and understanding these can be the difference between flourishing and floundering. Additionally, SCORE will cover essential topics such as government and state registration, agreements, permits and business insurance. Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to improve an existing business, join SCORE to learn how to establish your business on a strong and compliant foundation.
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IN-PERSON: WEV: FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT CLASS
June 1 @ 10:00 am
Take control of your personal finances. Establish meaningful financial goals. Become a more effective business owner. Location: Lompoc.
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