Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board

Making Energy Efficiency Your Business Partner: A Smartbuilding Workshop
2017-07-26 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join us for a seminar and lunch workshop that will provide powerful information on what Fresno and PG&E are doing to help small- and mid-size business owners give their buildings an energy upgrade— and how you can benefit!
LEARN ABOUT:

Fresno’s priority role in CA’s energy goals
Local & State programs designed to support business
Utility efficiency & smart grid programs
Financial resources for facility upgrades
Specific tools designed to benefit your business

WHERE:
Bitwise Industries
700 Van Ness Ave, Fresno, CA 93721
TIME:
10:30am – Registration
11:00am – Introduction –
City of Fresno, Jose Gonzales on Fresno’s Energy Plans
PG&E Business Energy Program – meet your rep
11:10am – Programs
12:10pm – Q&A Session
12:20pm – Networking Lunch – meet representatives of PG&E Trade Professionals and 3rd Party Programs

Taking Corrective Action (Minimizing Wrongful Termination Claims)
2017-07-13 15:30 - 18:30 | CA
Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will go over corrective action in the workplace.
Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

CALIFORNIA COMPETES TAX CREDIT WORKSHOP
2017-07-07 20:30 - 21:30 | CA
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) is hosting a workshop on the California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC). Small, medium, and large businesses are encouraged to attend the workshop and receive instructions on how to apply for this tax credit program.
Event Details:
Date: July 7, 2017
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: City of Fresno City Hall
City Council Chambers
2600 Fresno Street, 2nd Floor
Fresno, CA 93721
Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fresno-area-go-biz-california-competes-tax-credit-presentation-tickets-35054139876
What is the Credit?
The California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) is an income tax credit available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California.
Who Can Apply?
Any business can apply for the CCTC and there are no geographic or sector-specific restrictions that impact eligibility. In addition, twenty-five percent of the total credits available each fiscal year are specifically reserved for small businesses.
Mark Your Calendars!
The next application period begins July 24, 2017 and closes August 21, 2017. Go to calcompetes.ca.gov to apply.
See attached flyers for more information about the workshop and the CCTC, or click here.

Crowdfunding & Alternative Financing
2017-06-27 18:30 - 21:00 | CA
With panel speakers…
Kim Kaselionis- Breakaway Funding
Jeremy Hofer- Fresno CDFI
Jan Beranek- Beranek Consulting Group
Justin Holland- Central Valley Angels
* Equity & Debt Crowdfunding
* Micro and Community Lending
* Startup Financing
* Fintech
* Equity Financing

$10 – lunch included! Registration required
Bitwise: John W. Dodson Theater
700 Van Ness Ave
Fresno, CA 93721
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For any questions please contact
Tony Simone at tsimone@bankofthesierra.com<mailto:tsimone@bankofthesierra.com>
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Effective Meeting Facilitation: From Staff Meetings to Mediating Disputes
2017-06-22 15:30 - 17:30 | CA
Brenda Budke, Executive Director, Sierra HR Partners, will go over how to effectively facilitate meetings and disputes.
Topics include:

How meetings reflect organization’s culture
What to do before, during, and after the meeting
Troubleshooting common meeting snafus
Navigating different communication & personality styles
Setting SMART goals
How adult learning modes play into meetings
How to ensure full value ROI on meetings

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

State Payroll Tax Workshop
2017-06-15 16:30 - 22:30 | CA
Business Services Center
7475 N. Palm Ave, #105
Fresno, CA 93711
Reservations are recommended. Please call 1-866-873-6083 or 1-888-745-3886 or visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ to register.

Identity Theft Workshop
2017-06-13 15:30 - 16:30 | CA
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:

The depths of how identity theft is harming the workplace
Five common types of Identify Theft
12 Identity Theft Prevention Tips

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

2017 California Leave Laws
2017-06-08 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Craig Strong with the California Employers Association will provide an informative presentation on the new employment and labor laws for 2017.
Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

INTRODUCTORY LEVEL GRANT WRITING
2017-06-02 16:00 - 2017-06-03 00:00 | CA
LOCATION:
Castle Airport Conference Center
1900 Airdrome Entry
Atwater, CA 95301
REGISTER TODAY!
$100 per person
RESERVE YOUR SPOT, CONTACT:
Ismael D. Herrera
isherrera@csufresno.edu 559-278-0319

Workplace Violence Prevention Seminar
2017-05-25 15:30 - 19:00 | Small Business Administration, 801 R. Street, Fresno, CA, 93721, United States
The need for workplace violence prevention training has never been greater. This unique seminar includes a multi-faceted approach to address various legal, HR and public defense best practices to help make your workplace more secure.
Paul J. Bauer, an attorney with Sagaser, Watkins & Wieland PC, Brenda Budke, Executive Director, at Sierra HR Partners, Les Van Meter, Retired Deputy IV, and Daniel Cervantes, Retired Sergeant with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, will be presenting prevention techniques and strategies to establish clear policies for workplace violence. Training topics include:

Effective policy implementation for emergency response
Legal issues on violence in the workplace
Recent trends/terrorism
Situational awareness
Active shooter defensive training
Survival actions – what to do/what to expect when violence erupts
Law Enforcement/Emergency Medical Services response and the aftermath
Portions of this program may include graphic violence

Small Business Administration
801 R. Street, First Floor, Fresno, CA 93721
(Free parking available along R Street)
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration, Networking & Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Seminar
Seating is limited. To register Click Here

Cal-OSHA/Safety
2017-05-18 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
James Boretti with Boretti, Inc. will provide an informative presentation on Cal-OSHA/Safety.
Registration will open soon at: www.fresnobsc.com

The California Secure Choice Retirement Program
2017-05-16 15:30 - 16:30 | CA
Xiomara Peña from Small Business Majority will go over the California Secure Choice Retirement Program.
Registration will open soon at: www.fresnobsc.com

Basic Principles of Leadership
2017-05-11 15:30 - 18:30 | CA
Today’s new leadership role requires more than setting goals and giving orders. Effective leaders must empower employees by clarifying the common vision, tapping into an employee’s self-motivation, and encouraging creativity and initiative from all staff members.
Brenda Budke, Executive Director, at Sierra HR Partners will go over practical and proactive strategies to enhance your leadership skills.
Registration will open soon at: www.fresnobsc.com

Diversity in Contracting
2017-05-11 14:30 - 19:00 | Piccadilly Inn Shaw, 2305 W. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA, 93711
Where: Piccadilly Inn Shaw
2305 W. Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 93711
RSVP: https://divcontractingfresno.eventbrite.com
* www.hotel-piccadilly.com
room discounts are available call (559) 348-5527

Sales Workshop
2017-05-10 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Why is consistently growing sales revenue results so hard for so many? Especially when the necessary knowledge isn’t a secret and is freely available to all. Dale will share his insights and lessons as a sales coach and trainer, and offer specific action steps you can take toward developing your own pattern of consistent, sustainable sales revenue improvement.
Nielsen Conference Center
3110 W. Nielsen Ave
Fresno, CA 93706
Presenter: Dale Bierce
Light refreshments will be provided!
RSVP for this FREE workshop by May 5th:
michael.donato@fresnoeoc.org

FMLA/Baby Bonding/Leaves of Absence & Paid Sick Leave
2017-04-20 15:00 - 2017-04-21 00:00 | CA
Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will review the leave laws facing California employers.
Topics include:

Recognize reasons that may qualify an employee for leave.
Determine whether your company is covered, and the employee is eligible.
Which types of leaves must be paid? Can you require the use of vacation and sick time?

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

Thriving in the Valley-2017 Manufacturing Summit
2017-04-20 14:30 - 22:30 | Fresno Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 848 M St. Fresno, Fresno, CA, 93721, United States
Fresno Convention Center – Exhibit Hall
848 M St. Fresno
Keynote speakers:
John Hofmeister | Founder & Chief Executive, Citizens for Affordable Energy; Former President, Shell Oil Company
Katherine A. DeRosear | Dream it. Do it Virginia and Headed2, LLC

Cost:
$60 (SJVMA Members/Partners)
$100 (Non-members/Partners)

Contact:

Office of Community & Economic Development
559-278-0721

Register at:
http://sjvma.org/event/thriving-in-the-valley-2017-manufacturing-summit

ADA and Workers Compensation Collide: Return to Work and the Interactive Process
2017-04-13 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Faith Driscoll and Pilar Mitchell, attornies with Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP, will go over the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Workers Compensation. Topics include:

Overview of ADA versus workers’ compensation employee protections
Differences in the return to work process for industrial injuries versus non-work related injuries
Types of medical documentation and examinations which can be required
Determining essential job functions

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

Hiring for Success (Recruiting)
2017-04-06 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Craig Strong with the California Employers Association will look at the “real” cost of losing an employee to your business, and what should be done to insure that you are “Hiring for Success.” Topics include:

Determine What You Need
Advertise Your Job
Screen Applications
Conduct A Successful Interview
Make A Successful Job Offer

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

EDD - Unemployment Siminar
2017-03-30 16:30 - 19:30 | CA
Business Services Center
7475 N. Palm Ave, #105
Fresno, CA 93711
Reservations are recommended. Please call 1-866-873-6083 or 1-888-745-3886 or visit the EDD website at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/ to register

Identity Theft: Protecting Your Business, Protecting Your Family
2017-03-21 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Mark Ritter with New Millennium, and Michael Listopad with Algorithm Systems, will go over practical steps to avoid identity theft, and how to prevent it from happening.
Topics include:

Learn what identity theft (fraud) is and its different forms.
Understand how it happens.
Learn how to minimize risk in business and in personal life.

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

Behavior-Based Interviewing: How to Hire Right the First Time
2017-03-16 15:30 - 18:30 | CA
Daniel Larson with Sierra HR Partners will provide participants with skills for reducing the high cost of turnover. Participants will learn:

The value of behavior-based interviewing.
How to structure interview questions for effectiveness and consistency.
How to avoid legal pitfalls associated with poor interviewing techniques

Registration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com

Employee Handbooks - Sink or Swim
2017-03-09 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Craig Strong with the California Employers Association will provide an informative presentation on employee handbooks.
Registration will open soon at: www.fresnobsc.com
