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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190423T170000
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SUMMARY:United States Patent And Trademark Office Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bakersfield \nLocation:  SBDC Conference Room\, 1631 17th St.\, Suite 200\, Bakersfield\, CA 93301 \nPOC:  Kelly Bearden\, Director\, CSU Bakersfield SBDC\, 661-654-2856\, kbearden@csub.edu  \nCall To Register: (661) 654-2856 \n4 23 19 USPTO Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/united-states-patent-and-trademark-office-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190423T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T220053Z
UID:741-1556037000-1556047800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:SCORE Start-Up Basics
DESCRIPTION:The SCORE Simple Steps Series Workshops will help you:  \n\nDefine and Evaluate Your Ideas\nDevelop a Marketing Strategy\nIdentify the best ways to Fund your Startup\nTurn your Idea into Action with Tools and Templates\nGet Useful and Helpful Mentoring Sessions\nConnect with other Entrepreneurs\n\n Jump-start your business idea with the SCORE Simple StepsTM Series Workshops. Successful and experienced executives will help you reach a “go or no-go” decision for starting a business. \nOverview of sessions: \n\nStart-Up Basics = First Session is Free! – Tuesday\, April 23\n\nBusiness Concepts – Tuesday\, April 30\n\nMarketing Plan – Tuesday\, May 7\n\nFinancial Projections – Tuesday\, May 14\n\nFunding Sources and Next Steps – Tuesday\, May 21\n\nPrices for Simple Steps Series Workshops: \nComplete Series: $125.00 | Student Discount: $69.99 | Veterans Free  \nClick Here to Register: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/y6sols8u \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/score-start-up-basics/
LOCATION:University of Phoenix\, 45 River Park Place West\, Room 207\, Fresno\, CA\, 93720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190419T145520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T170027Z
UID:801-1555963200-1555970400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:United States Patent And Trademark Office Workshop
DESCRIPTION:San Luis Obispo \nHost:  Cal Poly Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) SBDC \nLocation:  HotHouse\, 872 Higuera St.\, San Luis Obispo\, CA 93401 \nTickets Here: http://ucmsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events \n4 22 19 USPTO Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/united-states-patent-and-trademark-office-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190418T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190418T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181115T203630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T221509Z
UID:570-1555601400-1555608600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Background Investigations Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Nancy Vang with Sierra HR Partners\, Inc. will go over background checks and criminal conviction policy. Topics include: \n\nHow do applicants typically mislead employers?\nWhat is the risk with online search databases?\nWhat are the costs of hiring the wrong person?\nHow can employers effectively conduct background checks?\n\nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/ss/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190329T205517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T220119Z
UID:744-1555434000-1555437600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:SBA Opportunity Zone Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FREE Opportunity Zone Workshop Hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration \nThis free workshop will show attendees how to use Opportunity Zones to promote economic development and job creation. Discover how Opportunity Zones provide tax benefits to investors\, find out how to form a Qualified Opportunity Fund (QOF)\, and see how to locate Opportunity Zones in your community. This workshop will feature speakers from the IRS who will explain how Opportunity Zones provide tax benefits to investors\, and will conclude with a Question and Answer period. This workshop is free and so is the parking at the SBA’s beautiful downtown Fresno office. \n\nSpace is limited and advanced registration is required. \nRegister Here: \n\nhttps://tinyurl.com/y2cff6kb
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/sba-opportunity-zone-workshop/
LOCATION:Fresno SBA District Office\, 801 R Street Ste 201 (FREE Parking on R St)\, Fresno\, CA\, 93721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190412T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190412T023000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190329T210533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T220214Z
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SUMMARY:Fresno EDC 16th Annual Real Estate Forecast
DESCRIPTION:THE FUTURE IS NOW \nJoin Fresno County EDC for our 16th Annual Real Estate Forecast. This exciting event will discuss the health of Fresno County’s booming real estate industry and how we are “Growing the California Dream“! It is an essential event for realtors\, developers\, investors\, and business and civic leaders to attend as well as a great networking opportunity. \nWhat real estate sectors will be discussed? \nWe will have industry leaders discussing multiple real estate sectors including Residential\, Industrial\, Agriculture\, Multi-Family\, Retail\, Office and Opportunity Zones! \nWhat to expect? \nAs a guest\, stop and have your pictures taken\, network with our sponsor booths\, enjoy hors d’oeuvres\, an incredible no-host cocktail hour\, and a complimentary publication that highlights & forecasts the real estate market including statistical data\, market comparisons\, and future projects within Fresno County. \nWho are the panelists? \n\nNico Gentile will discuss Residential Real Estate\nRobert Wiebe will discuss Opportunity Zones\nEthan Smith will discuss Industrial Real Estate\nSullivan Grosz will discuss Agriculture Real Estate\nRobin Kane will discuss Multi-Family Real Estate\nRachael Orlando will discuss Retail Real Estate\nBrandon Lamonica will discuss Office Real Estate\n\nHow many people attend? \nOver 400 people attend annually\, and we look forward to seeing you at this educational event! \nRegister Here: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/yycg85dq
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/fresno-edc-16th-annual-real-estate-forecast/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, 2233 Ventura Street\, Fresno\, CA\, 93721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190329T203834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T214410Z
UID:736-1554912000-1554922800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:SCORE Simple Steps to Choosing the Right Financing
DESCRIPTION:Interested in Starting a Business? Know your Financial Options. \nDreaming of starting your own business? Overwhelmed and confused by all of the small business financing options that are available?  Here are some reasons for putting SCORE and OnDeck’s Simple Steps to Choosing the Right Financing workshop and interactive fundability quiz at the very top of your start-up’s “to-do” list. \nWhat you will learn in this seminar: \n\nTest-drive your business concept with the pros. Our experienced mentors provide personalized advice and lead you through workshop exercises designed to help you think through opportunities and identify the financial path that’s right for you.\nLearn your options. Learn what is right for you and the difference between Non-Profit Lenders\, Crowdfunding\, Invoice Financing\, Online Lending and Loan Matching Sites.\nRun a check on your financials. The interactive fundability quiz will help guide businesses to find their best funding options.\n\nHear from the Expert\, Leo Landaverde.  Leo has 19 years of senior level management in multiple industries with positions such as President\, CEO\, CFO. Leo is a serial entrepreneur with four start-ups under his belt. Leo is also the Founder & CEO of Greenland Advisors\, a boutique accounting and advisory firm based in Fresno\, CA. Leo is a consummate strategist with a passion for helping entrepreneurs succeed and be profitable right from the start. \nClick here to register: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/y3ebzhku
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/score-simple-steps-to-choosing-the-right-financing/
LOCATION:Central Valley SCORE\, 801 R Street Ste 201\, Fresno\, CA\, 93721\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190404T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190404T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190221T013023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T013211Z
UID:673-1554391800-1554399000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Build Your Capital and Plan Your Future!
DESCRIPTION:Join Small Business Majority\, Valley Community SBDC and Fresno Business Services Center for an interactive workshop that covers an overview of alternative lending options and state’s new CalSavers Retirement Savings Program. \nTopics of discussion will be in twofold:\nAccess to Capital \n\nAn overview of alternative lending options including microloans\, SBA’s loan guarantee program\, community banks and credit unions\, CDFIs\, reputable online lenders and crowdfunding\nThe Small Business Borrowers’ Bill of Rights\nKey questions to consider when seeking funding\nTips to help determine the best option for your small business\nCalSavers Program\nWhy CalSavers is needed\nEmployer and employee eligibility for CalSavers\nHow the program will work and employer responsibilities\nHow to stay informed as CalSavers is implemented\nHelpful tools and resources\, Q&A\n\nWHEN \nThursday\, April 4th\, 2019 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM \nWHERE \nBSC – 7475 N. Palm Street\, Ste. 105\, Fresno 93711 \nREGISTER \nbuildyourcapitalplanyourfuture.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/build-your-capital-and-plan-your-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190403T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190403T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190320T220302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190320T221153Z
UID:689-1554305400-1554328800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Hands-On DBE Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you thought of the opportunity to certify your small business? \nJoin CSU Fresno\, and the City of Fresno on Wednesday\, April 3rd\, 2019 for a comprehensive DBE certification workshop! Come with all documentation\, and leave with your certification application submitted to the City of Fresno\, a Caltrans CUCP agency. \nA notary will be on hand to notarize your application\, while our knowledgeable staff manage all of your questions as you fill out your application. \nRegister: \nCall 559.278.0542 \nhttps://fresno-dbe-certification-workshop.eventbrite.com \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/hands-on-dbe-certification-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190328T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190328T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190321T153906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T154235Z
UID:699-1553788800-1553799600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Caltrans Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Caltrans and local resource agencies are hosting a FREE Small Business Certification Workshop!  Learn how you can get certified to do business with the State of California. \nOn-site certification assistance will be available as well as information to help you navigate the FREE resources available to grow your business. \nRegister here: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/CertificationWS \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/caltrans-certification-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190320T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190228T173820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190228T173820Z
UID:680-1553094000-1553101200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Fresno4Biz Firebaugh Event
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to hear how the Fresno4Biz partnership can connect our business communities with the tools needed to increase productivity\, lower costs\, and keep you competitive in the market\, all at no cost to you! Get assistance for your company\, tips  to expand your business\, layoff aversion/transition strategies\, and everything in-between. \nRegister here: \nhttp://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jg9l9gjab&oeidk=a07eg4evf6rc317a2c4 \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/fresno4biz-firebaugh-event/
LOCATION:Firebaugh Community Center\, Firebaugh Community Center\,1655 13th St.\,\, Firebaugh\, CA\, 93622\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190314T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190314T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181115T193604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T194050Z
UID:562-1552577400-1552584600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Leaves of Absence/New Tax Credit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners\, Inc. will present on Leaves of Absence and New Tax Credits. \nRegistration will open soon at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/leaves-of-absence-new-tax-credit-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190221T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181212T174106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190220T231133Z
UID:603-1550763000-1550770200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Sales and Use Tax Overview: Home Based Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Leann Gouveia with the CA Department Tax and Fee Administration will provide a presentation on Sales and Used Tax Overview: Home Based Businesses. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/sales-and-used-tax-overview-home-based-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181115T193238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T173827Z
UID:560-1549553400-1549560600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Sexual Harassment Training
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke with Sierra HR Partners  will provide a training on sexual harassment prevention. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/sexual-harassment-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20190115T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T174315Z
UID:624-1549465200-1549476000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Fresno Workforce Training Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join a discussion with fellow Fresno County employers as we identify gaps in the skillsets of our current workforce. Learn how an existing training pool of over $3\,000\,000.00 can help you offset costs to train workers\, including upskill training for your current employees. \nRegister at no cost! https://bit.ly/2RhmSOZ \nFor more information contact: 559.230.4024 \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/fresno-workforce-training-forum/
LOCATION:TorNino’s Banquet Hall\, 5080 N Blackstone Ave\, Fresno\, CA\, 93710\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190124T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181115T192318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T235353Z
UID:552-1548343800-1548351000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Employee Handbook Requirements Update
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director at Sierra HR Partners and Paul J. Bauer a shareholder with Sagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC will provide an overview of key policy changes\, relevant court decisions and legislative updates driving those changes\, and ways to modify your workplace practices to ensure compliance in the new year. \nTopics include: \n\nTips for rolling out your new or updated Handbook\nSexual Harassment training requirements following the Me Too movement\nNew Discrimination-related legislation and its impact on hiring procedures\nUpdates on drug testing\, safety and other Personnel policies\nGood news for employers who utilize Arbitration Agreements with PAGA waivers\n\nWORKSHOP IS FULL –  Please email jaxtell@workforce-connection.com to be added to the wait list
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/employee-handbook-requirements-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180730T210125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T203855Z
UID:446-1544110200-1544117400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Succession Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Baby Boomers are Retiring — Create a Succession Plan! \n Brenda Budke with Sierra HR Partners will help business owners with succession planning. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is a succession plan\, and why it’s important for business\nKey steps to preparing your plan\nPractical tips for rolling out an effective plan and getting buy-in\nMonitoring and adapting your plan\nHow to create individual development plansWhat kinds of documentation can you require?\nCan you still address performance problems?\nWhen can you refuse reinstatement?\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/succession-planning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180730T210028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T204056Z
UID:444-1542295800-1542303000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Keeping the ’Jolly’ in the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will help business owners\, managers\, and human resources professionals learn more about minimizing risk\, and maintaining inclusivity during your holiday celebrations. \nTopics include: \n\nAlcohol and its effect on holiday parties;\nOn-the-party injuries;\nApplication of anti-harassment laws; and\nSocial media concerns.\nReligious expression in the workplace\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/keeping-the-jolly-in-the-holidays/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181002T231805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T232255Z
UID:524-1540573200-1540576800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Learn How to Access Employment Training Panel Dollars
DESCRIPTION:Employment Training Panel Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/learn-how-to-access-employment-training-panel-dollars/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181002T232526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T232700Z
UID:528-1539709200-1539714600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:California Community Reinvestment Grants Program
DESCRIPTION:YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO A FREE WORKSHOP ON THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT GRANTS PROGRAM \nThe Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) is holding a workshop on the California Community Reinvestment Grants Program. \nThis program will provide grants to community based non-profit organizations and local health departments to support the following activities for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies: \n–         Job placement \n–         Mental health treatment \n–         Substance use disorder treatment \n–         System navigation services \n–         Legal services to address barriers to reentry \n–         Linkages to medical care \nGO-Biz will discuss the parameters of the program and solicit input and feedback from workshop attendees with respect to the development and implementation of the program. \nRepresentatives from local health departments\, community based nonprofit organizations\, community leaders and other stakeholders are encouraged to attend \nEvent Details:  \nLocation:          City of Fresno City Hall \nCity Council Chambers \n2600 Fresno Street\, 2nd Floor \nFresno\, CA  93721 \nTo register\, click here:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-biz-community-reinvestment-grants-program-workshop-fresno-tickets-50244756419 \nFor information on other similar workshops throughout the State click here:  http://bit.ly/CalCRGWorkshops \nFor more information about the California Community Reinvestment Grants program please visit: www.business.ca.gov/CalCRG
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/california-community-reinvestment-grants-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181013T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20181004T230159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T232554Z
UID:537-1539446400-1539457200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:BBB National Secure Your ID Day (Shred Event)
DESCRIPTION:9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or until truck is filled \nLocation: Lifestyle Furniture/Southeast Corner of Blackstone and Shaw \nYour Better Business Bureau Serving Central California & Inland Empire Counties invites you to join us on Saturday\, October 13th for National Secure your ID Day featuring on-site document destruction at Lifestyle Furniture’s parking lot from 9 am until  noon or until the truck is full. \nFirst two (2) boxes are free each additional box is $3 with proceeds benefiting Fresno Police’s Department Neighborhood Watch program. \nBBB Shred Event Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/bbb-national-secure-your-id-day-shred-event/
LOCATION:CA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181004T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181004T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180730T205530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T150322Z
UID:438-1538667000-1538674200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Preventing Labor Commissioner Claims
DESCRIPTION:Amanda Kjar and Charlie Hamamjian\, associates at Sagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC\, will go over ways to reduce liability in the workplace. \nTopics include: \n\nHow do wage & hour lawsuits begin?\nPay stub requirements\nMeal Periods/Overtime\nComplaint records\nCell phones (expense reimbursement & after hours calls)\nPremiums\nBonuses (discretionary vs. contract/formula)\n\nWorkshop is full.  Email jaxtell@workforce-connection.com to be added to wait list.
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/preventing-labor-commissioner-claims/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180927T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180927T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180730T205311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T151245Z
UID:435-1538062200-1538069400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Jury is a Four-Letter Word.  Arbitrate.
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke with Sierra HR Partners\, and Doug Larsen an Attorney with Fishman\, Larsen & Callister\, will go over arbitration agreements\, what makes them valid\, and how the Supreme Court decision will affect workplace litigation in California. \nTopics include: \n\nHow does arbitration benefit my company?\nWhat must be included in an arbitration agreement to make it legal?\nMust we hire an applicant who refuses to sign an arbitration agreement?\nHow will this affect cases that could be filed against my company?\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/jury-is-a-four-letter-word-arbitrate/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180913T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180730T205143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T151605Z
UID:433-1536852600-1536858000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:Faith L. Driscoll\, Associate Attorney with Barsamian & Moody\, will give a mid-year legal update to review 2018  judicial opinions affecting California   employers this year.  Topics include: \n\nA summary of employment laws taking effect in January 2019.\nThe pending employment bills that may be signed by Governor Brown before the end of the legislative session.\nA look ahead at the bills which were not passed but are expected to be revisited.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/legislative-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180226T182759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T210255Z
UID:333-1535643000-1535646600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Identity Theft in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Baker\, Certified Risk Management Consultant\, with Harvard Risk  Management Corporation will go over practical steps to avoid identity theft\, and best practices to protect your company and employees.  Topics include: \n\nThe depths of how identity theft is harming the workplace\nFive common types of Identify Theft\n12 Identity Theft Prevention Tips\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/identity-theft-in-the-workplace/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180822T205108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T205221Z
UID:461-1535216400-1535230800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Workshop for Women Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Learn about benefits for women veterans and employment resources. \nWomen Veterans Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/workshop-for-women-veterans/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180718T205849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T210102Z
UID:424-1534433400-1534444200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Resolving Team Conflicts
DESCRIPTION:When working under deadlines and pressures in today’s competitive  economy\, it is inevitable that conflicts and disputes between diverse  co-workers will arise.  \nJanet Keene at Sierra HR Partners will go over: \n\nDealing with conflicts as they occur;\nUseful approaches for describing the results and standards the team is expected to achieve; and\nDelivering encouragement to other team members to enable them to help each other\, and identifying the proper procedures and resources for getting things done.\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/resolving-team-conflicts/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180226T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T210358Z
UID:339-1532014200-1532021400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Leaves of Absence - An Employer Nightmare!
DESCRIPTION:California and Federal laws obligate employers to provide employees with leaves of absence in a number of circumstances.  In addition to the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA)\, employers must deal with leaves for pregnancy disability\, workers’ compensation\, sick leave and other laws that grant employees leave entitlements.  \nSagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC Law Group will review the basic requirements of the many leave laws facing California employers.  Here are some topics that will be covered in the workshop: \n\nCoordination of Multiple Leave Rights\nIntermittent Leave\nUse of Available Paid Time Off During Leaves\nLeave as a Reasonable Accommodation\nConfidentiality of Medical Information\n\nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/leaves-of-absence-an-employer-nightmare/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180613T174310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T174702Z
UID:411-1531409400-1531416600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Background Checks and Criminal Conviction Policy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will go over background checks and criminal conviction policy.  Topics include: \nHow do applicants typically mislead employers?\nWhat is the risk with online search databases?\nWhat are the costs of hiring the wrong person?\nHow can employers effectively conduct background checks?\nWhat if I decide not to hire someone after seeing their background check results? \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/background-checks-and-criminal-conviction-policy-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T143233
CREATED:20180228T215148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T224812Z
UID:350-1530199800-1530207000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Accessibility in Small Business Workshop
DESCRIPTION:People with disabilities want to come to your business\, but can they?  Come learn about the Americans with Disabilities Act and ways that you can be inclusive\, accessible\, and to protect your business. \nShannon M. Mulhall\, Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator for the City of Fresno\, and Rachelle T. Golden\, consultant with the Civil Justice Association of California\, will go over: \n\nWhy it pays to be proactive in ADA compliance.\nThe top-ten triggers for a lawsuit.\nCertified Access Specialist inspections benefits & legal protections.\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/accessibility-in-small-business-workshop/
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