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.

IN-PERSON EVENT: INSURANCE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

August 13 @ 8:30 am

Join SCORE Ventura County, City of Thousand Oaks and Economic Development Collaborative to learn about insurance from somebody who is not trying to sell you something! Insurance contracts are written by attorneys, but not all insurance agents can explain them in simple terms. In layman’s terms, this workshop will briefly overview the types of coverages available and what most businesses need. Address: Thousand Oaks City Hall, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362.

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EDC PARTNER SCHEDULE

SBA: MYSBA CERTIFICATION TRAINING: MENTOR PROTÉGÉ & EMPOWER TO GROW PROGRAMS

August 12 @ 11:00 am

This webinar will educate small business owners on the Mentor-Protégé program (MPP). Presenters will discuss program eligibility, benefits and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the complimentary business courses, tailored training and one-on-one consulting available under the Empower to Grow program.

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SBA: MYSBA CERTIFICATION TRAINING: CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

August 14 @ 11:00 am

This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and discuss common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but not be limited to, Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc.

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SCORE: STARTING A BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

August 16 @ 10:00 am

If you are thinking about starting a new business or have recently started one, this is a valuable workshop for you. Starting a Business: What You Need to Know cuts through the confusion and chaos of what you need to do and think about to start a business. In just 2 hours, you will gain a clear understanding of all the legal requirements for a start-up business, as well as actions that are simply smart to do. Some of the key topics covered include naming your business, licenses and taxes, insurance, financing sources, elements of a business plan and marketing considerations. You will also hear how SCORE can help you succeed in your new venture.

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SBA: HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS (LAWA)

August 18 @ 10:00 am

Unlock Prime & Subcontracting Opportunities with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and its Primes: Rebuilding Los Angeles Through Small Business Partnerships. Gain a comprehensive overview of the processes and procedures involved contracting with LAWA. Learn about the specific certifications required & recognized by LAWA, and how to navigate the application process. Get clear guidance on the necessary documentation & steps involved in becoming a certified business with LAWA. Explore an 18-month look-ahead of available contracting opportunities directly from LAWA representatives. A Live Q&A Session will be available to engage with LAWA experts to get answers directly.

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SBA: HOW TO START A BUSINESS

August 18 @ 10:00 am

This virtual workshop is targeted at new entrepreneurs. Topics covered include creating a business plan, finding capital, registering your business, getting necessary permits and/or licenses and getting a business bank account. This is a great opportunity to get any questions you may have answered and learn about the multiple resources available to help you. This event will take place online using Microsoft Teams; please register to obtain the login information. Please note that if you plan to use a mobile device or tablet to access this webinar, you must first download the Teams app to your device. SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Please email lado@sba.gov at least 7 days in advance for reasonable accommodation requests.

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