Tag: Economic Development Collaborative (EDC)

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for January 2022

by Community Contributor • March 14, 2022 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its January 2022 report earlier today, later than per the usual schedule of the 3rd Friday of the following month, accommodating time for LMID’s annual recalibration of the data.

Not surprisingly, we had an increase in the unemployment rate, from 4.2% in December to 4.7% in January, generally the result of the layoff of holiday season workers that were hired in November and December.

All told, for the total of officially unemployed workers (by which we mean, not counting the several thousand workers that have dropped out of the labor force during the pandemic), we had a jump from 17,000 to 19,300. Of that increase by 2,300, it appears they were split about evenly between layoffs in Retail Trade and Leisure & Hospitality.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Housing is Key: CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Ending Soon

by Community Contributor • March 10, 2022 • Comments Off

The CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program helps eligible households with rent, both for past due and future payments. Depending on the address of your rental property, you may be eligible for a local program. CLICK HERE to find out which program is right for you.

Rent Relief Applications are open through March 31, 2022!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Masking Requirements for Businesses

by Community Contributor • March 8, 2022 • Comments Off

UPDATED: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
CDC is now recommending masking based on “COVID-19 Community Level.” Levels can be low, medium, or high and are determined by looking at hospital beds being used, hospital admissions, and the total number of new COVID-19 cases in an area. Indoor masking is only recommended universally if the Community Level is high. This information can be tracked HERE.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • March 7, 2022 • Comments Off

VENTURA SCORE: QUICKBOOKS ONLINE AND BEST ACCOUNTING PRACTICES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

March 8 @ 10:30 am

This live, interactive webinar session is designed to help you understand the features, functions and benefits of QuickBooks Online for small business owners as well as assist you in implementing accounting best practices to manage your business finances including COVID-19 Funds and Forgiveness. Juliana Ramirez from JR Bookkeeping will live answer your questions related to the subject matter including live demonstrations. You are highly encouraged to bring your own questions and situations to be solved or used as an example during the live demonstrations.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — California Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program

by Community Contributor • March 2, 2022 • Comments Off

The California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) and Grant Program (CCGP) are available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California. Businesses of any industry, size, or location compete for over $180 million available in tax credits by applying in one of the three application periods each year. Applicants will be analyzed based on twelve different factors of evaluation, including number of full-time jobs being created, amount of investment, and strategic importance to the state or region.

Application Period Timeline: For the remainder of the fiscal year 2021-2022, GO-Biz will accept applications for the California Competes Tax Credit between March 7, 2022 – March 28, 2022

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • February 28, 2022 • Comments Off

February 28 @ 12:00 pm

Are you thinking of starting a new business of your own but don’t know where to begin? Join SCORE Santa Barbara for an Interactive Business Start-Up Webinar Session led by Greg Loosvelt and Eric Saltzman to learn key elements that will help you be successful.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Is Your Business Prepared for the Next Disaster?

by Community Contributor • February 28, 2022 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative is partnering with the California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, the California Academy for Economic Development, and Edison International to promote the statewide Outsmart Disaster campaign which equips businesses with the tools and resources they need to be prepared for disaster.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — 2022 COVID-19 Supplement Paid Leave

by Community Contributor • February 22, 2022 • Comments Off

2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) took effect on February 19, 2022. This SPSL is only applicable to employers, public or private, with 26 or more employees. Smaller employers will not be covered but may be covered by local supplemental paid sick leave ordinances.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Employee Retention Tax Credit

by Community Contributor • February 21, 2022 • Comments Off

The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) is a refundable credit that businesses can claim on qualified wages, including certain health insurance costs, paid to employees. Qualified employers can claim a credit against:

50% of qualified wages paid, up to $10,000 per employee annually for wages paid between March 13 and Dec. 31, 2020
70% of qualified wages paid, up to $10,000 per employee per quarter for wages paid in the first three quarters of 2021

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Honoring Black History Month

by Community Contributor • February 16, 2022 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative would like to recognize the month of February as Black History Month. This month is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the contributions of Black Americans throughout history. During this time, and throughout the entire year, the EDC is committed to supporting Black-owned small businesses. The EDC strives to provide equitable access and inclusive services, leading to stronger economic outcomes that support businesses and our region as a whole. The following are a handful of programs that provide support for Black-owned small businesses:

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Masking Requirements for Businesses

by Community Contributor • February 15, 2022 • Comments Off

UPDATED: California Department of Public Health:
Starting February 16, 2022, only unvaccinated persons are required to mask in all Indoor Public Settings. Universal masking shall remain required in only specified settings. Fully vaccinated individuals are recommended to continue indoor masking when the risk may be high. CLICK HERE for more information.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Free Webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • February 14, 2022 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

FROM LOCAL TO GLOBAL: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY

February 23 @ 11:00 am

In celebration of Black History Month, join the U.S. Commercial Service for the kick-off of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as they feature a dynamic panel of Black founders and leaders from Southern California-based companies, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • February 7, 2022 • Comments Off

HOW TO CREATE A 2022 SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CALENDAR

February 11 @ 12:00 pm

Who’s ready to get organized this 2022!? Let’s be honest, we all get overwhelmed by Social Media because we often wear too many hats and think we need to be on every platform. The fact is we only need to be posting on the platforms where our target market is spending their time. The best way to get organized and efficient is to create a social media calendar. Deborah has a saying: schedule it in your calendar, see it in your life and she will show you how to do it to save time, energy and make you money.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Healthy Soils Program

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2022 • Comments Off

The Health Soils Program (HSP) Incentives Program provides financial assistance to California growers and ranchers for implementation of conservation management that improve soil health, sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Application Window CLOSES Friday, February 25!

Grant Award:
Growers and ranchers may request up to $100,000 to implement on-farm healthy soils practices.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Reconsideration

by Community Contributor • February 2, 2022 • Comments Off

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is still accepting requests for increases, reconsideration and appeals for the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program:

Increase Request: Borrowers can request increases up to their maximum eligible loan amount for up to two years after their loan origination date, or until the funds are exhausted, whichever is soonest.

Reconsideration/Appeals Request: Reconsideration and appeal requests for applications received on or before December 31 will be accepted and reviewed if the reconsideration/appeal is received within the timeframes in the regulation. This means six months from the date of decline for reconsiderations and 30 days from the date of reconsideration decline for appeals – unless funding is no longer available.

For more information CLICK HERE .

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 31, 2022 • Comments Off

HOW TO CREATE A 2022 SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CALENDAR

February 11 @ 12:00 pm

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 24, 2022 • Comments Off

HOW TO DEAL WITH PORT CONGESTION

January 25 @ 10:00 am

This panel discussion will examine the effects of port congestion with a special emphasis on the Long Beach/Los Angeles Ports and the Port of Virginia, and the impact this is having on small businesses from coast to coast.

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for December 2021

by Community Contributor • January 24, 2022 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its December 2021 report on Friday the 19th, extending what’s become a five-month run of improvements in Ventura County’s unemployment rate, now at 4.2%, down from 4.5% in November. While the unemployment rate is moving in the right direction, the underlying numbers aren’t so encouraging. In what is usually a strong month for hiring, we picked up only 1,300 Nonfarm jobs—and only 500 in holiday hiring for Retail—and actually had a decline in the Labor Force by 400 workers. Further, what gains we did have were largely concentrated in only two sectors, Retail Trade and Leisure & Hospitality. For more context on what it means, read on; for the link to the monthly numbers click here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Business Training and Entrepreneurial Scholarship Program for Latinx & Indigenous Entrepreneurs offed by MICOP, WEV

by Community Contributor • January 21, 2022 • Comments Off

Learn about the EMPRENDEDORES (Entrepreneurs), a small business training program offed by MICOP & WEV.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — USHCC & Grubhub Restaurant Small Business Grant Program

by Community Contributor • January 19, 2022 • Comments Off

The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Fund affiliated with the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), and Grubhub, have opened applications for the USHCC & Grubhub Restaurant Small Business Grant Program to support Hispanic-owned restaurantsthroughout the country. The program is supported by proceeds from Grubhub’s Donate the Change Program.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 17, 2022 • Comments Off

DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR MEASURABLE RESULTS

January 28 @ 12:00 pm

A comprehensive marketing strategy leverages Social Media to make information more accessible by combining together technology, content, and social interaction across many platforms including websites, blogs, video sharing, review sites, email marketing, and event promotion. This session provides an overview of the 9 key areas of social media as defined by David Mitroff with examples from his work.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Employee Retention Tax Credit

by Community Contributor • January 13, 2022 • Comments Off

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards

by Community Contributor • January 12, 2022 • Comments Off

On January 7, 2022, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board adopted revisions to the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards to include the latest recommendations from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — California Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program

by Community Contributor • January 11, 2022 • Comments Off

Application Period Timeline: For the remainder of the fiscal year 2021-2022, GO-Biz will accept applications for the California Competes Tax Credit during the following periods:

January 3, 2022 – January 24, 2022
March 7, 2022 – March 28, 2022

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 10, 2022 • Comments Off

DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR MEASURABLE RESULTS

January 28 @ 12:00 pm

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Masking Requirements for Businesses

by Community Contributor • January 10, 2022 • Comments Off

UPDATED: California Department of Public Health:
As of January 5, 2022, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) updated their Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings, continuing the requirement for universal masking indoors, irrespective of vaccine status, statewide from December 15, 2021, through February 15, 2022.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 3, 2022 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

SCORE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY: AMAZON 101 – ASSESSMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND STORE MANAGEMENT

January 4 @ 5:00 pm

In this workshop John Richardson will discuss the basics as it relates to if and how to setup your own Amazon Store.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • January 2, 2022 • Comments Off

SCORE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY: AMAZON 101 – ASSESSMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND STORE MANAGEMENT

January 4 @ 5:00 pm

In this workshop John Richardson will discuss the basics as it relates to if and how to setup your own Amazon Store.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Happy Holidays!

by Community Contributor • January 2, 2022 • Comments Off

All of us at the EDC are wishing you and your families a happy and safe holiday season! We are grateful to have worked with you over the last year and are excited to connect with you again in the new year.

Feb. 11 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar- How to Create a 2022 Social Media Content Calendar

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Join the EDC for a free webinar on creating a 2022 social media content calendar presented by Small Business Development Center Advisor, Deborah Deras!

Feb. 15 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Economic Incentives/Tax Credits for California Manufacturers

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

CONOMIC INCENTIVES/TAX CREDITS FOR CALIFORNIA MANUFACTURERS

Tuesday, February 15, 2022 @ 10:30 – 11:30 AM PST

This FREE webinar, co-hosted by CMTC and the CA Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), will provide practical guidance to California manufacturers on multiple economic incentives, resources, and workforce training funding to save money and foster growth:

Partial Sales & Use Tax Exemption

Workforce Training Funding (ETP)

California Competes Tax Credit

New Employment Tax Credit

Sales & Use Tax Exclusion

R&D Tax Credits

New Grants

Resources & No-Cost Assistance

There will be an opportunity for Q&A, and you are also welcome to submit questions in advance during registration.

Feb. 25 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Ventura County Regional Manufacturing Roundtable

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Discuss the needs to find the talent necessary to keep up with the demand of Ventura County’s manufacturing industry and the resources available to help.

April 27 — From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

In celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month, join us for the third session of our “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as we feature a dynamic panel of Arab & Middle Eastern American founders and leaders from Southern California based companies, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.

April 28 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) announces Camarillo Spring Job Fair

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

The Camarillo Spring Job Fair will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 28 at Constitution Park, Camarillo.

July 7 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Cultivate & Ignite Tech Program Virtual Open House

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Come learn about the Economic Development Collaborative’s Cultivate & Ignite Tech Program (EDC CITP)

Aug. 2 —Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) announces free webinar “Free Webinar- Business Resources for Veterans from the SBA’

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Did you know that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has resources and programs for Veterans and the military community? If you are a transitioning or active-duty service member, National Guard or Reserve member, veteran of any era or military spouse, the SBA is here to help. Through training programs, contracting opportunities and access to capital, the SBA is here to help your business start, grow, expand or recover.

You can access the SBA’s Veteran resources through the Southern California Veteran’s Business Outreach Center! Join us on Tuesday, August 2 at 12:00pm to learn how to get started AND topics such as:

– Government Certifications
– Introduction to Government Contracting
– eCommerce 101 for Military Spouses

Aug. 4 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Opportunity to Demonstrate your Underwater Optical Communications Technology

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Demonstrate your underwater optical communications technology at FATHOMWERX Lab as part of ANTX Coastal Trident 2022!

The underwater optical communications demo day is intended to give industry and government a test tank to demonstrate and test their technology, in addition to meet Department of the Navy individuals who work in the optical communications space as part of the Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (ANTX) Coastal Trident.

Aug. 25 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) to present Inspiring Women – A Live Event Understanding Social Media Marketing

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

SCORE’s Inspiring Women is a free live event to help you plan a social media strategy for your business. Whether just starting out, or struggling to generate business changing results, Social Media is a critical component of your overall marketing strategy.

Speakers and Topics:

Bridget Brady “Building Your Business with the Power of Social Media”

Social Media is ESSENTIAL to every business owner and entrepreneur.
Roughly 82% of all people are active on social media and that number continues to grow each day. These are potential clients and customers.
Whether just starting out or struggling to generate biz-changing results—Social Media is a critical component of your overall marketing strategy.
Join Bridget Brady to get fully informed on what it takes to create, launch, and implement a rock-solid strategy that cuts through the confusion and leads to social media and business success!

Aug. 31 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Showcasing the International Success of Rural-Based Businesses

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

FROM LOCAL TO GLOBAL: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY

August 2022 Edition: Showcasing the International Success of Rural-Based Businesses

Join U.S. Commercial Service for the seventh session of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as they feature a dynamic panel of founders and leaders from Rural-based businesses across Southern California, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.

Learn about the opportunities to seek out, as well as the challenges to avoid as you launch or expand your international business.
Receive information and resources that will help you chart your path to global sales and expansion success.
Wednesday August 31, 2022 @ 11:00 am

Location: Virtual (WEBEX)

Sept. 15 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Fathomwerx Summit

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

FATHOMWERX Summit, with participation from Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (ANTX) Coastal Trident Open House and Agility Summit, has the goal of exploring the intersections between industry and the Department of the Navy. This inclusive event will be filled with tested technologies, demonstrations, tours, networking, keynote speakers, panels and the Department of the Navy program representatives and stakeholders.

September 14-15, 2022

FATHOMWERX LAB, 319 Ponoma Street, Port of Hueneme, CA 93041

Sept. 21 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Cybersecurity Panel Discussion

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Please Join NAWBO-SB & EDC to Learn How to Protect Your Business From a Cyber-Attack

Cybersecurity has risen to a top concern for small business owners worldwide, and if it isn’t on your radar – it should be. Kerry Grimes, Founder of Digital Duchess, and Rita Mounir, Co-Founder of Allthenticate, will lead the conversation about the most common types of cyber attacks and discuss ideas for limiting your vulnerability in the digital business world. They will also share their professional expertise and best practices to navigate cybercrime resources. Come for the info, and stay for the networking! Panelists and the EDC’s Small Business Development Center Business Advisors will be available to discuss the support and resources available to sustain and grow your business.

Sept. 28 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Showcasing the International Success of Latino-Owned and Led Businesses

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

September 2022 Edition: Showcasing the International Success of Hispanic-Owned and Led Businesses

Join U.S. Commercial Service for the eighth session of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as they feature a dynamic panel of Latino founders and leaders from Southern California-based companies, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.

Learn about the opportunities to seek out, as well as the challenges to avoid as you launch or expand your international business.

Receive information and resources that will help you chart your path to global sales and expansion success.

Wednesday, September 28, 2022 @ 11:00 am

Location: Virtual (WEBEX)

Oct. 26 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Showcasing the International Success of Businesses Supporting Disability Inclusion and Equity

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Join U.S. Commercial Service for the ninth session of their “From Local to Global: Celebrating Diversity” event series, as they feature a dynamic panel of founders and leaders from Southern California-based companies, fostering disability inclusion and equity, who will share how they have successfully grown their businesses internationally.

Oct. 28 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) reports ‘2022 California Economic Summit’

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Registration for the 2022 California Economic Summit taking place in Bakersfield on October 27-28 is now open!

Available in-person or virtual attendance

Produced by California Forward in partnership with the California Stewardship Network, the Summit influences CA FWD’s ongoing movement to make the government and economy work for everyone. The two-day Summit is designed to create a shared economic agenda known as the Roadmap to Shared Prosperity and strengthen the Summit network, setting the stage for collective action in 2023.

Nov. 17 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Customer Discovery and Research Tools for Tech Businesses

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

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.

Jan. 28 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) to present Free Webinar — Digital Marketing Strategies for Measurable Results

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Digital Marketing Strategies for Measurable Results

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program for Manufacturers

by Community Contributor • December 22, 2021 • Comments Off

Sales and Use Tax Exclusion (STE) Program, from the California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority, excludes from sales and use taxes purchases of Qualified Property:
if its use is either to process Recycled feedstock or using Recycled feedstock in the production of another product or soil amendment, or
that is used in an Advanced Manufacturing process, or
that is used to manufacture Alternative Source products or Advanced Transportation Technologies.

Eligible manufacturers planning to construct a new manufacturing facility or expand or upgrade a currently existing manufacturing facility may apply to CAEATFA for an STE award, and if approved, the purchases of Qualified Property for the project are not subject to state and local sales and use tax.

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for November 2021

by Community Contributor • December 20, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its November 2021 report on Friday the 17th, revealing a strong three-month trend of improvements in Ventura County’s unemployment rate, now at 4.4%, down from 5.0% in October. Also showing some positive movement, employment gains were a bit more widely distributed than in prior months, though up in only six of the twelve major subsectors.

What’s a bit more disappointing, however, is the lackluster showing in holiday Retail hiring. While Retail gained 900 jobs in November, we’re actually showing 300 fewer Retail jobs this November than last and we’re off by 3,600 jobs since November 2019. None of this is surprising given the movement to on-line purchasing, but it’s worth reminding that the loss of these temporary holiday jobs has taken a ton of work experience opportunities away from young workers and has reduced opportunity for a boost in family incomes during the holidays. For more commentary on the data, see below; for the monthly detail, the LMID release is here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • December 20, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Business Alert — Ways to Market Your Business During the Holidays

by Community Contributor • December 16, 2021 • Comments Off

The Holiday Season is here! The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) would like to share some ways small businesses can boost their sales during the holidays and ways you can support local businesses this year.

3 Top Ways to Help Boost Your Small Business Holiday Sales

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Masking Requirements for Businesses

by Community Contributor • December 15, 2021 • Comments Off

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
On July 27, 2021, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new masking guidance for fully vaccinated individuals in substantial or high transmission areas. This information can be tracked HERE.

NEW California Department of Public Health:
On December 13, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) updated their Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings, requiring universal masking indoors, irrespective of vaccine status, statewide from December 15, 2021 to January 15, 2021.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Business Alert — California Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program

by Community Contributor • December 14, 2021 • Comments Off

Application Period Timeline: For the remainder of the fiscal year 2021-2022, GO-Biz will accept applications for the California Competes Tax Credit during the following periods:

January 3, 2022 – January 24, 2022
March 7, 2022 – March 28, 2022

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • December 13, 2021 • Comments Off

SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: MINDFULNESS FUNDAMENTALS FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS AND STAFF

December 14 @ 10:30 am

In this practical, interactive session, Amy Saltzman M.D. will show you how mindfulness and self-compassion practices can support you during this unusual and stressful time.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • December 6, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

by Community Contributor • December 2, 2021 • Comments Off

In response to COVID-19, small business owners, including agricultural businesses, and nonprofit organizations in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories can apply for the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (COVID-19 EIDL). The loan is directly from the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) that must be repaid; low-interest, fixed-rate, long-term loan to help overcome the effects of the pandemic by providing working capital to meet operating expenses. Click here to learn more.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — California Venues Grant Program

by Community Contributor • December 1, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Venues Grant Program will support eligible independent live events venues that have been affected by COVID-19 in order to support their continued operation. Eligible independent live events venues must have a physical address and operate in California, which will be validated through submitted business tax returns. If your business tax returns do not reference a California address, you will be deemed ineligible. For more information on how to apply CLICK HERE.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Business Alert- California Venues Grant Program

by Community Contributor • November 30, 2021 • Comments Off

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • November 29, 2021 • Comments Off

December 1 @ 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 less than an hour 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

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Happy Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday on 11-27

by Community Contributor • November 25, 2021 • Comments Off

Saturday, November 27, 2021 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Please join SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local small businesses by shopping at a small business.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Economic 411 Labor Market Report for October 2021

by Community Contributor • November 23, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its October 2021 report last Friday, revealing a strong improvement in our unemployment rate, dropping from 5.3% in September to 5.0% in October. Employment gains, however, were concentrated in only five industry sectors, Local Government Education, up by 1,000 jobs, Leisure & Hospitality up by 600 jobs, Retail Trade up by 400 jobs, Private Education & Health Services up by 300 and Transportation and Warehousing up by 100. Each of those gains had been expected, and all, except Transportation & Warehousing, are only still just eating into the losses suffered through COVID-19. While those gains are all positive, what’s not so positive is our continuing lackluster labor market participation and our lack of new hiring in two other sectors especially hard hit by pandemic, Construction and Other Services. We’ll unpack more on the trends for recovery below. For the monthly detail, the LMID release is here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • November 22, 2021 • Comments Off

SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: HOW TO INFLUENCE, PERSUADE AND SELL ANYONE

December 1 @ 10:30 am

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — California Venues Grant Program

by Community Contributor • November 17, 2021 • Comments Off

Economic Development Collaborative — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • November 15, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Happy Veterans Day!

by Community Contributor • November 11, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) would like to honor all who have served our country. In celebration of their service, resources for Veteran owned businesses are highlighted below.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • November 8, 2021 • Comments Off

SCORE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY: RISE UP: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE CORE COMPETENCY TO SUCCESS

November 11 @ 5:00 pm

The most successful companies and individuals are the ones that adapt their culture and communication around the key elements of emotional intelligence (EI). Many experts contend that EI accounts for 80% of professional success. Join SCORE to learn more!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Legal Alert — Cal/Osha Emergency Temporary Standard

by Community Contributor • November 8, 2021 • Comments Off

On November 4, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced a new emergency temporary standard to protect more than 84 million workers from the spread of the coronavirus on the job. The nation’s unvaccinated workers face grave danger from workplace exposure to coronavirus, and immediate action is necessary to protect them.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Business Alert- Uplift Central Coast Coalition

by Community Contributor • November 4, 2021 • Comments Off

EDC Proudly Partners with REACH and the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP)

The Uplift Central Coast Coalition comprises 13 partners across industry, government and education and is expected to grow over time. The coalition is being overseen by the region’s three economic development organizations, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, Economic Development Collaborative and REACH, with REACH as the lead agency on the U.S. EDA Build Back Better grant application.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • November 1, 2021 • Comments Off

EDC WEBINAR SCHEDULE

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Tax Credit Programs

by Community Contributor • November 1, 2021 • Comments Off

TAX CREDITS THAT MAY APPLY TO YOUR BUSINESS

Tax Credits may help reduce the amount of tax your business owes. Your business may be eligible for more than 1 tax credit if you:

Bring or grow your business in California
Hire employees in certain areas
Produce a movie or television show
Do qualified research in California

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Business Alert- California Venues Grant Program

by Community Contributor • October 27, 2021 • Comments Off

Application Window Opens Wednesday, October 29!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • October 25, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Economic 411 Labor Market Report for September 2021

by Community Contributor • October 25, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its September 2021 report earlier today, showing extraordinary progress in our unemployment rate, dropping from 6.2% in August to 5.3% in September.

What’s odd though, is we had very little gain in our industry employment, up month-over-month by only a net 1,200 jobs. Usually when we see a big improvement in the unemployment rate without a corresponding increase in industry employment—that is, payroll jobs created by employers that are paying into the unemployment and social security systems—it’s because we had a bunch of workers drop out of the labor market entirely. When workers drop out, neither working nor looking for work, they’re not considered “unemployed” so that contributes an artificial improvement to our unemployment rate. But this month we actually had a small increase in our total labor force, by 900 workers, so that doesn’t help explain the improvement.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • October 18, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Grant Available for Businesses in Conejo Valley!

by Community Contributor • October 13, 2021 • Comments Off

The Conejo Valley Small Business Relief Fund has been established by the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Foundation in partnership with the cities of Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village and Agoura Hills. The fund has provided much needed grants to local small businesses as they navigate the financial impacts of COVID-19. The maximum grant is currently $2,500!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • October 11, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Commercial Eviction Moratoriums Expiring

by Community Contributor • October 11, 2021 • Comments Off

UPDATED INFORMATION: Los Angeles County has extended their protections of commercial evictions through January 31, 2022. The information below has been updated to reflect this change.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Legal Alert- COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Expires

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2021 • Comments Off

The requirement for employers to provide supplemental paid sick leave (SPSL) to employees expired on September 30, 2021. Read below to learn more about the recent changes on the federal, state and local levels.

Federal Update

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which was extended through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) to allow employers to voluntarily continue to provide COVID-related SPSL and still receive the available tax credits, expired on September 30, regardless of whether an employee is on leave at the time of expiration.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Vaccination Verification for Entry in Los Angeles County

by Community Contributor • October 6, 2021 • Comments Off

In response to the ongoing community transmission of COVID-19 and the presence of the Delta variant, the new Los Angeles County Health Officer Order requires certain higher risk businesses to take additional steps to ensure the safety of their customers and employees, including verification of vaccination status prior to entry.

Updated Health Officer Order Requirements
For Los Angeles County Only

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • October 4, 2021 • Comments Off

HOW TO DO SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SALES

October 15 @ 12:00 pm

Deborah Deras has spoken to many business owners who say that they hate Social Media because they don’t like using Social Media for personal use or for fun and don’t know the strategy behind Social Media for Sales. Deborah also wrote an eBook “5 Steps to Go From Likes to Sales” and since expanded it to a 7 step system that will help you shift from hating Social Media to Loving it! During this FREE interactive webinar you will discover how to clarify your message so your target market responds to you with a purchase, the SECRET to Social Media success that will cost you zero dollars and much more.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Commercial Eviction Moratoriums Expiring Sept. 30

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2021 • Comments Off

On September 30, 2021, the current commercial eviction moratoriums protections in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties will expire. The EDC understands the significant impact COVID-19 has had on our business community. If your business has experienced economic injury due COVID-19, you do not have walk alone.

EDC Recommendations for Landlords & Tenants
NOTE: Both tenants and landlords need to be in communication with one another regarding the tenant’s ability to pay rent. The County of Santa Barbara does not have any commercial tenant protections in place at this time. The information below is still applicable.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program closes Sept. 30 at 5 p.m.

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2021 • Comments Off

Rounds 8 and 9 of the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program will be closing September 30th! At this time, there are no other additional rounds planned, so do not miss your last opportunity to submit a completed application.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Deadline for early bird registration for Nov. 9-10 California Economic Summit is Sept. 30

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2021 • Comments Off

Early Bird Registration for the 2021 Summit Closes Soon! Join the summit in person on November 9-10 or virtually on November 10, and be a part of the growing network of public, private and civic sector leaders who are committed to building regions and communities that work for everyone.

Early Bird Pricing- Ends on September 30
Full In-Person Summit Ticket ($400 – Both Days Included)
Virtual Summit Experience ($200 – November 10 Plenaries and Networking)

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • September 27, 2021 • Comments Off

October 15 @ 12:00 pm

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Happy Hispanic Heritage Month

by Community Contributor • September 23, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative would like to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Weekly Webinars

by Community Contributor • September 20, 2021 • Comments Off

September 21 @ 10:30 am

Online sales have been growing by triple-digits since social distancing went into effect. It’s far from just toilet paper: Everything from high-end coffee makers, fitness equipment and pajama pants are seeing a surge in demand. The topics to be covered include: How critical is it to have multiple e-commerce channels and why is Amazon one of the keys; Assessment – Can your product compete and can you make a profit?; Implementation – What are the basic steps to setup an Amazon Store?; and Management – What goes into keeping the Store competitive?

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for August 2021

by Community Contributor • September 20, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its August 2021 report earlier today, showing moderate improvement to our unemployment rate but some surprising, even disturbing volatility in the labor force and employment data.

On the upside, the Ventura County unemployment rate improved from 6.4% in July to 6.2% in August, somewhat encouraging news since we’re still dealing with the slowdown caused by the Delta variant.

On the downside, that improvement owes less to new job creation than to the month’s dropout of 4,000 workers from the labor force, meaning they’re neither working nor even looking for work. That’s a big reduction to the County’s productivity and earnings, even worse for us that it’s on top of the roughly 9,000 workers we were already down from pre-pandemic levels.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • September 13, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

UPDATE: EDC Business Alert- CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program for Nonprofit Cultural Institutions Only deadline extended to Sept. 30

by Community Contributor • September 8, 2021 • Comments Off

Round 8- Nonprofit Cultural Institutions Only
Application Window is still OPEN until Thursday, September 30th!

Round 8 supports California eligible nonprofit cultural institutions of any revenue size that meet eligibility criteria found at CAReliefGrant.com. Eligible nonprofit cultural institutions must complete a new application even if they already applied in Rounds 1, 2, 5 or 6; nonprofit cultural institutions that applied in Round 4 do not need to reapply. Grants will only be available to nonprofit cultural institutions that did not receive funding in any previous rounds. Grants will be prioritized based on the documented percentage revenue declines based on a reporting period comparing Q2 and Q3 of 2020 versus Q2 and Q3 of 2019.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program for nonprofit cultural institutions closes Sept. 8

by Community Contributor • September 7, 2021 • Comments Off

Round 8- Nonprofit Cultural Institutions Only
Application Window Closes Tomorrow, September 8!

Round 8 supports California eligible nonprofit cultural institutions of any revenue size that meet eligibility criteria found at CAReliefGrant.com.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • September 7, 2021 • Comments Off

We encourage you to sign up for our partner’s no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Ventura County COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program

by Community Contributor • September 1, 2021 • Comments Off

The County of Ventura has launched the fourth COVID-19 Business Assistance
Grant Program for businesses and nonprofit organizations that did NOT receive a grant during any of the County’s previous business grant programs. Businesses
and nonprofits based in Ventura County may be eligible for a $10,000 grant.
The County Board of Supervisors has supported more than $65 million in grants
to help local businesses move forward.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • August 30, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

CROSS-BORDER ECOMMERCE STRATEGY & OMNICHANNEL MANAGEMENT

August 31 @ 10:00 am

How to create a cross-border ecommerce website that will suit your customers’ needs, what are the different factors that influence the cost of e-commerce project, and how to build your omnichannel management.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Masking Requirements for Businesses

by Community Contributor • August 25, 2021 • Comments Off

With the increasing spread of the COVID-19 Delta Variant, masking requirements are changing rapidly. Review the new requirements and regional information below to help protect your employees and customers.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • August 23, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC SBDC Advisor Named Regional State Star

by Community Contributor • August 19, 2021 • Comments Off

Anthony Elliott, CPA is a forensic “royalty audit” specialist with more than 30 years of public and corporate accounting experience. He consults with EDC SBDC small business clients on a broad range of finance, accounting and tax related topics, including business startup assistance, business plan and financial projection development, access to capital, disaster recovery, due diligence and business acquisition analysis, profitability, break even and cash flow analysis, sales and income tax compliance issues and other financial advisory services.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Ventura County COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program

by Community Contributor • August 18, 2021 • Comments Off

The County of Ventura is launching a fourth COVID-19 Business Assistance
Grant Program for business and nonprofit organizations that did NOT receive a grant during any of the County’s previous business grant programs. Businesses and nonprofits based in Ventura County may be eligible for a $10,000 grant.
The County Board of Supervisors has supported more than $65 million in grants to help local businesses move forward.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • August 17, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

ARE YOU READY FOR EVICTION PROTECTIONS TO END?

August 27 @ 12:00 pm

Will you be ready for eviction protections to end? Join the EDC for a free webinar that will review timeless recommendations that will help BOTH TENANTS AND LANDLORDS prepare for eviction protections to expire. EDC Small Business Development Center Legal, Financial and Strategic Advisors will provide actionable items for both parties on:
Assessing your business finances
Evaluating your business options
Planning for negotiations

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • August 9, 2021 • Comments Off

SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: QUICKBOOKS ONLINE AND BEST ACCOUNTING PRACTICES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

August 10 @ 10:30 am

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Masking Recommendations for Businesses

by Community Contributor • August 3, 2021 • Comments Off

With the increasing spread of the COVID-19 Delta Variant, masking recommendations are changing rapidly. Review the recommendations and regional information below to help protect your employees and customers.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • August 2, 2021 • Comments Off

August 10 @ 10:30 am

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program Rounds 7-9

by Amigos805.com • July 29, 2021 • Comments Off

Having trouble viewing this email? Click here CA SMALL BUSINESS COVID-19 RELIEF GRANT PROGRAM ROUNDS 7 – 9 California’s Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), part of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), announced today that…

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — County of Ventura is launching a fourth COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program

by Community Contributor • July 28, 2021 • Comments Off

The County of Ventura is launching a fourth COVID-19 Business Assistance
Grant Program for business and nonprofit organizations that did NOT receive a
grant during any of the County’s previous business grant programs. Businesses
and nonprofits based in Ventura County may be eligible for a $10,000 grant.
The County Board of Supervisors has supported more than $65 million in grants
to help local businesses move forward.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • July 26, 2021 • Comments Off

EDC PARTNER JULY SCHEDULE

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: BEST PRACTICES: STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS BY BUYING AN EXISTING ONE

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Economic 411 Labor Market Report for June 2021

by Community Contributor • July 19, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its June 2021 report earlier today, showing our first monthly increase in the unemployment rate since December 2020. This increase, however, is not unique to Ventura County, as both the state and nation suffered monthly increases in unemployment as well. Ventura County’s rate rose from 5.8% in May to 6.4% in June, while California’s unadjusted rate jumped from 7.5% to 8.0% and the nation’s from 5.5% to 6.1%. These increases are a bit of surprise, given the current pace of recovery from pandemic, but largely track with consistent, annual increases at the beginning of each summer, so not to be taken seriously as an indication of any kind of structural economic slowdown. For the data go here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • July 19, 2021 • Comments Off

EDC QUARTERLY LEGAL UPDATE: FOCUS ON CAL/OSHA ETS

July 23 @ 12:00 pm

Join us for the EDC’s Quarterly Legal Update July 2021! In this free webinar, the Fisher Phillips legal team will review recently-passed California bills that are impacting small businesses, provide an update on current guidance and discuss real-life scenarios employers are tackling today. INCLUDING the revised Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards that went into effect in June.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

EDC Business Alert- California Comeback Plan

by Community Contributor • July 14, 2021 • Comments Off

On July 12, 2021, Governor Newsom signed the California Comeback Plan to help the State’s recovery. The California Comeback Plan focuses on providing relief to those that need it most and major investments to address the state’s most persistent challenges. The Plan provides immediate cash relief to middle class families and businesses hit hardest by the pandemic.

Resources for Small Businesses

More information on how to access the following funds will be available soon.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • July 12, 2021 • Comments Off

July 23 @ 12:00 pm

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Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CIT Bank Awards EDC with $50,000 Grant

by Community Contributor • July 8, 2021 • Comments Off

Helping businesses navigate new and fast-changing resources and ensuring that federal, local and private funds reached our local community has been the EDC’s priority throughout the pandemic.

In recognition of the extraordinary impact to small businesses and their need for capital, CIT Bank has awarded the EDC with a $50,000 grant.

This CIT Bank grant supports additional and existing capacity of the EDC Loan program. Through robust loan tracking software and additional loan loss reserves, this grant will help provide 40 grants and loans to small businesses in underserved markets.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • July 6, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

COVID-19 BUSINESS RESOURCES: LEARN ABOUT PPP FORGIVENESS

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Commercial Eviction Moratoriums Expired June 30

by Community Contributor • July 1, 2021 • Comments Off

On June 30, 2021, the current commercial eviction moratoriums protections (Executive Order N-03-21) expired. The EDC understands the significant impact COVID-19 has had on our business community. If your business has experienced economic injury due COVID-19, you do not have walk alone. The following recommendations are for landlords and tenants during this unprecedented time.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • June 29, 2021 • Comments Off

Having trouble viewing this email? Click here EDC JUNE PARTNER SCHEDULE The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today! FATHOMWERX: CUAS June 28 – June 29 Do you have…

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • June 28, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

FATHOMWERX: CUAS

June 28 – June 29

Do you have a promising UAV technology that can detect, track, target, and more? Join @FATHOMWERX July 28th – 29th at the Chula Vista Testing Center, in Chula Vista, CA! As part of the Coastal Trident 2021 Port and Maritime Security Program the CUAS event will consist of a series of technical demonstrations and field experiments that will be conducted to exhibit CONEMP and evaluate capabilities to apply unmanned aerial systems and counter unmanned aircraft threats. If your UAV technology meets the modules below- submit an application for the CUAS event!

Module 4.1 (A): Identification, Tracking, Targeting, and Classification Platforms for Countering UAS.
Module 4.1 (B): Urban, Mobile Detection, Tracking, and Disruption of UAS.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards

by Community Contributor • June 28, 2021 • Comments Off

On June 17, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board voted to update the COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS). Executive Order N-09-21 permitted the revised ETS to take effect the same day. Here’s what employers and employees need to know about the new standards:

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for May 2021

by Community Contributor • June 22, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its May 2021 report on June 18, 2021, showing another small but steady improvement in Ventura County’s unemployment rate, from 6.1% in April to 5.8% in May.

That improvement aside, the monthly data for Ventura County is a bit of a surprise. For example, we don’t see any sizable gain by workers returning to the labor force or by any sizable increase in payroll jobs. For some comparison, last month, in April, we gained a net of 7,000 industry jobs, while in May our net was only 500.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • June 21, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR BUSINESS CYBERSECURITY

June 22 @ 10:30 am

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Local Loan Opportunities

by Community Contributor • June 15, 2021 • Comments Off

The City of Oxnard and the Economic Development Collaborative are excited to share our new City of Oxnard Grant and Loan Program! This unique combination of grant and loan funding with no-cost individualized consulting helps Oxnard based businesses maintain, grow and benefit during this time of uncertainty. All services will be available in both English and Spanish.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free weekly webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • June 14, 2021 • Comments Off

FATHOMWERX: RUST-A-THON 2021

Deadline to sign-up: June 15
Event: June 16 – September 1

The 2021 Rust-A-Thon event will be conducted to find solutions to mitigate and control corrosion on combat systems aboard United States Navy ships and vessels. This year the event will be testing conversion coatings on aluminum alloys! To address corrosion issues on combat systems aboard United Navy ships and vessels NSWC PHD teamed up with FATHOMWERX, Matter Labs, NASA Kennedy Space Center, NAVAIR, Naval research Labs, and the U.S Bureau of Reclamation. The first phase of the event will begin June 16th and last until July 15th. During the first phase of the event the Rust-A-Thon team will distribute the metal plates and then receive them after they have been coated by the participating companies. The second phase of the event will begin July 15th and last until September 1st. During the second phase of the event the Rust-A-Thon team will distribute the plates to partner facilities for testing, conduct testing, collect all plates, and record results. Apply by June 15 to join!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Source of Labor Shortage Not so Simple

by Community Contributor • June 14, 2021 • Comments Off

We all know from the shared experiences of employers across a wide range of industries and business models that it’s become an enormous challenge to hire the workers needed to keep up with demand as the economy re-opens.

We know too that the most commonly presumed cause for the worker shortage is an overly generous unemployment insurance and other pandemic disaster payouts that appear to make it more lucrative to stay at home.

I think it is important to lay out a more complete and nuanced set of variables surrounding this issue. So, knowing no one yet has the full and perfect story, here’s a shot:

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • June 8, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-costwebinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • June 1, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partners’ no-costwebinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Career Opportunities at EDC

by Community Contributor • May 26, 2021 • Comments Off

The EDC is looking for two new staff members to join our team!

At the EDC, our work focuses around our purpose- meaningful contributions to economic opportunity for businesses, entrepreneurs and workers, increasing the region’s well-being and quality of life. We value trust, mutual support and collaboration, creating space for risk and innovation. Striving for continuous learning, we believe in constantly improving our work and encouraging our team member’s personal growth. Our team relies on each other and celebrates each other’s and our collective success.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Beyond the Blueprint for Industry & Business Sectors

by Community Contributor • May 22, 2021 • Comments Off

California (on May 21) announced the details of the state’s full reopening plan. When California fully reopens the economy, the state will move beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy.

Beginning June 15, 2021, businesses will be able to return to usual operations with limited exceptions for mega events. The updated framework clarifies that physical distancing and capacity limitations will no longer be required for most businesses.

Review California’s reopening plan and guidance effective June 15, 2021 for all sectors listed in the current Blueprint Activities and Business Tiers Chart:

CLICK HERE FOR GUIDANCE EFFECTIVE JUNE 15, 2021

Note: Employers are subject to the Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS), if applicable to them.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — June 7 Digital Marketing Course deadline is May 31

by Community Contributor • May 20, 2021 • Comments Off

In partnership with the Economic Vitality Corporation, SLO Partners and the Morgan Family Foundation, the Economic Development Collaborative is proud to support this 10-week digital marketing course that provides a unique hands-on learning experience to enhance your marketing skills in the new digital era. This course has been subsidized by the partners to help promote access and remove obstacles for those looking to improve their marketing skills in an affordable digital classroom setting.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — FREE Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • May 17, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

COVID-19 RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND / FONDO DE REVITALIZACIÓN DE RESTAURANTES
This event will be held simultaneously in English and Spanish
El evento se presentará simultáneamente en inglés y español

May 20 @ 11:00 am

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Urban Tech Conference — ‘Forward 2021’ May 18-20

by Community Contributor • May 17, 2021 • Comments Off

Urban Tech Connect is a platform for under-represented communities to plug-in to the greater technology ecosystem and network with other founders, investors, tech influencers, and industry leaders. The conference also gives access to businesses that are raising significant funding or trying to be successfully acquired. Urban Tech Connect is bridging the gap of diverse ideation in technology while empowering the next generation of founders and entrepreneurs.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • May 10, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

COVID-19 BUSINESS RESOURCES: THE RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND
This event will be held simultaneously in English and Spanish
El evento se presentará simultáneamente en inglés y español

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — May 3 Digital Marketing Course deadline is April 30

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2021 • Comments Off

Our highly rated Digital Marketing Science course combines online learning with weekly live, group sessions.

Marketing in the Digital Age

This module will ground you in the core concepts you will need to be a successful digital marketer.

Mapping Strategy to Tactics

Research competitors, investigate concepts like brand, persona, and journey, then define the messaging and content that best connects with your target audience.

Mastering Digital Marketing Channels

You will learn marketing analytics, search engine optimization, paid search, paid social, multichannel campaigns and more.

Using Marketing Technology

Understand the martech stack, gain in-demand technical certifications, and learn how to manage complex multichannel campaigns that influence the customer experience.

The Results

You’ll walk away with industry-recognized certifications and a Strategic Digital Marketing Playbook that showcases your robust digital marketing skills to current and future employers.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

by Community Contributor • April 27, 2021 • Comments Off

The last and final round (Round 6) of the California Relief Grant will open tomorrow for all eligible small businesses operating in California. At this time, there are no other additional rounds planned, so do not miss your last opportunity to submit a completed application!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • April 26, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Updated Reopening Date for reopening the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application

by Community Contributor • April 26, 2021 • Comments Off

*In response to stakeholder feedback about reopening the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application this weekend, the SBA has moved the application reopen date to Monday, April 26 at 12:00 pm EDT*

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — 411 Labor Market Report for March 2021

by Community Contributor • April 19, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its March 2021 report earlier today, showing moderate improvement in Ventura County’s unemployment rate, from 6.8% in February to 6.4% in March. This matches our best position since the onset of pandemic a full year ago, previously reached in November, just before the holiday resurgence of COVID-19. Overall, we saw little change in the data details in March. On the surface it appears we did okay in job creation, adding 2,400 jobs, but of those 1,800 were in Farm, apparently seasonal, now at a total of 25,800 and keeping us 100 jobs ahead of our Farm position one year ago. For the monthly detail, check out LMID’s March report here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — EDC Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • April 19, 2021 • Comments Off

SPANISH: GUÍA PARA COMENZAR SU NEGOCIO

21 de abril a las 5:30 pm

Únase a SCORE Santa Barbara junto con los Asesores de negocios de EDC, Rigo Gonzalez-Nossa y Juliana Ramirez en una presentación donde por medio de esta guía aprenderemos sobre los diferentes pasos que le ayudarán en una manera eficiente a empezar su negocio, o le servirán para evaluar las necesidades más inmediatas para el buen funcionamiento y cumplimiento de las normas que requiere su negocio.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Loans, Grants, Housing Assistance, Tax Credits and Unemployment Benefits

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2021 • Comments Off

Review the guide below to learn more about current COVID-19 business resources that have recently been announced or updated. Stay up to date by visiting our COVID-19 Business Resource page regularly. CLICK HERE.

For more information on the resources from the American Rescue Plan, join our upcoming webinar on April 19 at 12:00 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Free Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • April 5, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) … COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave

by Community Contributor • April 5, 2021 • Comments Off

On March 18, 2021, the California Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Law (CA-SPSL) was expanded and extended. Effective immediately, the law retroactively applies from January 1, 2021 to September 30, 2021.

The new law expands the scope of covered employers, as well as the covered reasons for employees to take the leave. Review the quick guide and resources below to learn more about the new changes.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Unemployment Benefits and Pandemic Unemployment Benefit Expansions

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2021 • Comments Off

There have been extensions to state and federal unemployment benefits under the American Rescue Plan. If you are struggling to understand or access unemployment benefits as employees or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) as a small business owners, self-employed individual or independent contractor here is what you need to know.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Paycheck Protection Program Extended to May 31, 2021

by Community Contributor • March 30, 2021 • Comments Off

Today, Tuesday, March 30th, 2021, President Biden signed into law an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that allows small businesses and eligible non-profits to apply for PPP loans through May 31, 2021.

PPP is designed to help small business, nonprofits, veteran organizations, Tribal concerns, self-employed individuals, independent contractors, and other eligible borrowers keep their workers employed during the COVID-19 crisis.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • March 29, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our partner’s webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for February 2021

by Community Contributor • March 29, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its February 2021 report earlier today, showing improvement in the unemployment rate, from 7.4% in January to 6.8% in February, based on strong growth in industry employment, up a net 6,100 jobs or 2.0%. Also on the upside, we saw strong growth in the labor force—that is, the total of workers both employed and unemployed but actively looking for employment—up by 7,100 workers in February, or 1.8%. For the monthly detail, check out LMID’s February report here.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

by Community Contributor • March 25, 2021 • Comments Off

Round 5 of the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program is now accepting applications! This round is NOT first-come, first-serve. Please note the following information:

Important Dates for Round 5
Application Opens: March 25, 2021
Application Closes: March 31, 2021
Start of Selection Notifications: TBD

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

by Community Contributor • March 23, 2021 • Comments Off

he Shuttered Venue Operator Grant (SVOG), administered by the SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance, offers grants for live venue operators, performing arts organizations, motion picture theater operators, cultural institutions and other eligible applicants. SVOG funding does not need to be repaid and can be used for specific expenses, such as payroll, rent, utilities and other costs.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

by Community Contributor • March 22, 2021 • Comments Off

Round 4- Nonprofit Arts & Cultural Program
Application Window Extended to March 26!

PLEASE NOTE: Eligible nonprofit arts and cultural institutions interested in being considered in this new program MUST complete a NEW APPLICATION at https://careliefgrant.com/arts-and-culture/ even if they have previously applied to the CA Relief Grant Program during Rounds 1 or 2. Waitlisted applications from Round 1 or 2 do not automatically roll over to Round 4.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) Weekly Webinar Schedule

by Community Contributor • March 22, 2021 • Comments Off

The Economic Development Collaborative encourages you to sign up for our no-cost webinars. Space is limited. Register today!

SPANISH: SEGUNDO PROGRAMA DE SUBVENCIONES POR EL COVID-19 DEL CONDADO DE VENTURA – WEBINAR EN ESPAÑOL

23 de marzo de 2021 a las 6:00 pm

¿Es Usted Un Proveedor De Servicios De Cuidado Infantil En El Condado De Ventura? Únase a nosotros el martes 23 de marzo de 2021 a las 6:00 PM ¡Conozca el Segundo Programa de Subvenciones de Ayuda a Empresas del Condado de Ventura por el COVID-19! En el nuevo segundo programa, las empresas, organizaciones sin fines de lucro, iglesias y otras instituciones religiosas son elegibles para aplicar utilizando múltiples formas de verificación. En este seminario web vespertino se revisará el programa, los requisitos de elegibilidad, la solicitud en línea y se responderá a sus preguntas en directo.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program

by Community Contributor • March 18, 2021 • Comments Off

If you’re an income eligible renter who has experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 and have past due rent, or you’re a landlord who has experienced a loss in income because of unpaid rent, you may be eligible to get financial assistance now through the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program.

The program is not first come first served, rather priority will be given to those households with the greatest risk of being evicted.

Who Can Apply?:

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — American Rescue Plan & Small Business Relief

by Community Contributor • March 16, 2021 • Comments Off

Congress has approved a new $1.9 trillion federal relief package, more commonly known as the American Rescue Plan. The stimulus legislation, the largest of its kind, includes several measures to help stabilize small businesses and the economy.

The details of these programs are still being determined. More information will be shared as it becomes available.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

by Community Contributor • March 16, 2021 • Comments Off

Round 4- Nonprofit Arts & Cultural Program
Application Window Now Open!

EDC’s Economic 411 Labor Market Report for January 2021

by Community Contributor • March 15, 2021 • Comments Off

The California Labor Market Information Division (LMID) released its January 2021 report early (March 12), delayed by about a month from the usual release date, accommodating the annual recalibration, helping to assure the monthly data aligns with continuing changes in the economy and labor markets.

The report shows no change from December in the unemployment rate, still at 7.4%, though a steep loss in payroll jobs month-over-month, down a total of 7,900.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

by Community Contributor • March 11, 2021 • Comments Off

On February 23rd, Governor Newsom signed into law a comprehensive package providing urgent relief for the small businesses of CA. Part of the package is allocated to a new program solely for certain eligible nonprofit cultural institutions.

This is a new program and will have a separate application process from previous rounds of the California Relief Grant.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — New Digital Marketing Course

by Community Contributor • March 10, 2021 • Comments Off

In partnership with the Economic Vitality Corporation, SLO Partners and the Morgan Family Foundation, the Economic Development Collaborative is happy to announce a new 10-week digital marketing course that provides a unique hands-on learning experience to enhance your marketing skills in the new digital era. This course has been subsidized by the partners to help promote access and remove obstacles for those looking to improve their marketing skills in an affordable digital classroom setting. Learn topical skills that are fundamental to today’s online world to improve your job marketability, increase your chances at promotions and support your own journey of personal development.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Loans, Grants, Tax Credits and Unemployment Benefits

by Community Contributor • March 4, 2021 • Comments Off

Loan Opportunities

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
Potentially fully forgiven loan for businesses, nonprofits, veteran organizations, tribal concerns, self-employed individuals, independent contractors and other eligible borrowers keep their workforce employed during COVID-19.

DEADLINE: March 31, 2021
Learn more CLICK HERE.

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