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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/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T183000
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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/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
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/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
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/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
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/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180614T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180614T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T182929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180605T181715Z
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SUMMARY:Basic Principles of Leadership
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDaniel Larsen at Sierra HR Partners will go over  practical and proactive strategies to enhance your leadership skills. \n**Workshop is now closed.
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/basic-principles-of-leadership-2/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180601T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180417T225107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T230511Z
UID:384-1527867000-1527879600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Professional Writing Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Writing is a vital skill for private and public sector employees. Your work needs to be clear\, concise\, logical and correct. This course will help you plan your written documents and choose the most effective way to present information to your audience. You will become a more competent and confident writer; with a stronger ability to use clear\, concise and correct language. The focus will be on improving proposals\, reports\, letters\, memos\, Email and other written documents. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN: \n\nCorrecting common grammar / writing errors\nThe WRITE process\nKnowing your purpose\nConsidering your audience\nProfessional / business writing style\nGenerating ideas and imposing order\nOvercoming writer’s block\, drafting your document\nProofing\, revising and finalizing your document\n\nDates &Times\nFriday Mornings\nJune 1\, 8\, & 15\, 2018\n8:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. \nLocation\nSCCCD Herndon Campus\n390W. Fir Avenue\, Bldg A\, Room 108\nClovis\, CA 93611 \nRegistration Fee: $285 per person \nSpace is limited! Register early!\nCall: (559) 324-6461 \nProfessional Writing Skills Training Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/professional-writing-skills-training/
LOCATION:SCCCD Herndon Campus\, 390W. Fir Avenue\, Bldg A\, Room 108\, Clovis\, CA\, 93611\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180524T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180524T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T182621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T230319Z
UID:331-1527175800-1527186600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Taking Corrective Action
DESCRIPTION:When coaching and training aren’t enough to turn an employee’s performance around then supervisors need to step in and take prompt and decisive action. \nBrenda Budke\, Executive Director\, at Sierra HR Partners will provide hands-on practices for correcting problems in ways that positively influence future behavior\, avoid guilt and punishment tactics\, and minimize costly wrongful terminations. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/taking-corrective-action/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180517T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180517T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T182048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T230256Z
UID:325-1526571000-1526578200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Discipline in the Workplace Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC Law Group will review the basic ways to discipline in the workplace.  Topics to be covered in the workshop include: \n\nGetting it Right From the Start\nSteps to Take Before Discipline\nThe Concept of Progressive Discipline\nThe Importance of Preparation\nCommon Problems With Disciplinary Cases\nPerformance Reviews\nInvestigation of Misconduct\nDocumenting and Administering Discipline\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/discipline-in-the-workplace-workshop/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T165134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T205635Z
UID:323-1525964400-1525978800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Workplace Violence Prevention Seminar
DESCRIPTION:A special half-day seminar presented by the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board – Business Services Center  \n 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. \nPaul J. Bauer\, a shareholder 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: \n\nEffective policy implementation for emergency response\nLegal issues on violence in the workplace\nRecent trends/terrorism\nSituational awareness\nActive shooter defensive training\nSurvival actions – what to do/what to expect when violence erupts\nLaw Enforcement/Emergency Medical Services response and the aftermath\n\n Note: Portions of this program may include graphic violence \nThursday\, May 10\, 2018\, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  \nSmall Business Administration\n801 R. Street\, First Floor\, Fresno\, CA 93721 \n(Free parking available along R Street) \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/workplace-violence-prevention-seminar-2/
LOCATION:Small Business Administration\, 801 R. Street\, Fresno\, CA\, 93721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180424T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180215T214132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T214853Z
UID:315-1524585600-1524592800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by: City of Fresno and Central Valley \nSCORE Business Roundtables \nIs Your Hotel or Gas Station ADA Compliant? \nJoin a peer group discussion facilitated by a SCORE and City of Fresno ADA experts and get the answers you need. \nThe SCORE ADA Business Roundtable FAQ: \n\nWhat are the ADA Access Requirements for Business?\nWhat are the financial consequences for ADA noncompliance?\nDoes the City of Fresno enforce the ADA?\n\nBusiness Roundtable Overview \nThe SCORE Business Roundtables provide you: \n\nAccess to the collective wisdom of your peers.\nPerspectives from a variety of business owners.\nExpert facilitator and SCORE mentors.\nOpportunity to learn new approaches.\n\nWhere: Central Valley SCORE 801 R St. Ste 102\, Fresno\, CA 93721 \nRegistration: https://centralvalley.score.org or Call (559) 487-5605 \nThe workshop is sponsored by the Accessible Fresno Small Business Initiative\, a proactive program developed by the City of Fresno to encourage businesses to take steps toward construction related accessibility compliance. \nThe event location is physically accessible. Services of an interpreter and additional accommodations such as assistive listening devices can be made available. Requests for accommodations should be made more than five working days but no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting/event. Please contact Shannon Mulhall at 559-621-8716 or Shannon.Mulhall@fresno.gov
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/americans-with-disabilities-act-ada/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180417T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180417T023000
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CREATED:20180410T153436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180410T153552Z
UID:375-1523925000-1523932200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Kick Start Fresno
DESCRIPTION:Leave with actionable knowledge that you\ncan apply to your business or career\nthe very next day! \nEd Pizzarello’s career began in culinary school years\nago. Today\, Ed is a successful entrepreneur & investor. \nHis portfolio includes restaurants (Five Guys)\, dry\ncleaners (Revolution Cleaners) & multiple technology\ncompanies (Keen Home\, Distil Networks & more). \nWhether you’re just about to start your entrepreneurial\njourney or you’re an experienced professional\, you\nwon’t want to miss out on this opportunity! \nApril 16\, 2018 \nCraig School of Business:\nAlice Peters Auditorium\nNetworking 5:30 – 6:00 PM\nGuest Speaker 6:00 PM \nSpace is limited/*Free Entry* \nRegister at: \nhttp://bit.ly/KickstartFresno4-16 \n*Free Parking for first 100 Registrants
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/kick-start-fresno/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T182453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T205616Z
UID:329-1523547000-1523552400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Identity Theft: Protecting Your Business\, Protecting Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Mark Ritter with New Millennium\, will go over practical steps to avoid identity theft\, and how to prevent it from happening.  Topics include: \n\nLearn what identity theft (fraud) is and its different forms.\nUnderstand how it happens.\nLearn how to minimize risk in business and in personal life.\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/identity-theft-protecting-your-business-protecting-your-family-2/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180405T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180226T182324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T204840Z
UID:327-1522942200-1522953000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Motivation and Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Larson with Sierra HR Partners will provide participants with skills for recognizing and reinforcing the behaviors that lead to the right results. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/motivation-and-recognition/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180315T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180315T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180221T004037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T004037Z
UID:321-1521139500-1521145800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Women Who Make a Difference in Our Communities \nJudge Nystrom-Geist \nMary Curry \nLisa Smittcamp \nNicole DiBuduo Linder \nWhere: Pardini’s\n2257 W. Shaw Ave. | Fresno\, CA 93711 \nTickets $35.00 each or\nBring a Friend-Two Tickets for $60.00\nReserve your Luncheon Today: https://goo.gl/AasBU7\nwww.centralvalleyscore.org | (559)487-5791 ext.2719
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/womens-history-month/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180313T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180313T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T194624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T194624Z
UID:295-1520956800-1520964000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Google: Get Found on Google Search and Maps (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:Want to get found on Google Search and Maps? This presentation introduces Google My Business\, a free tool to manage your business information across Google. It’s the easiest way to help your business be found online.  \n\nWe will cover: \n\nHow do searchers find you?\nHow do they interact with the listing?\nDo they call\, request directions\, and visit your website?\nWhere do customers come from?\nWhat days have the most activity?\nCreate a website in three steps\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\nWhen\nTuesday\, March 13\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PDT\nAdd to Calendar \n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Suite 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \nDriving Directions\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/google-get-found-on-google-search-and-maps-score-event/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T194235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T194235Z
UID:293-1520524800-1520532000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Franchising Workshop (SCORE Event)
DESCRIPTION:* Is Franching for YOU?\n\n* Is your Business Franchisable? \n* What you need to know to become a successful Franchiser \nThe Session Reviews: \n\nFranchise disclosure document (FDD)\nFranchise Agreements\nUnderstand the Requirements\nLevels of Investments and Commitments Involved\n\n * Understand Your Responsibilities as a FranchiserFREE Workshop! \n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\nThursday\, March 8\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST\nAdd to Calendar\n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \n\nDriving Directions\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/franchising-workshop-score-event/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180308T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T200141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T183251Z
UID:299-1520523000-1520533800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Leaves: FMLA/CFRA\, PSL & More Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director with Sierra HR Partners\, will go over leaves including: FMLA/CFRA\, PSL & More. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/leaves-fmlacfra-psl-more-workshop/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180306T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T194032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T194032Z
UID:291-1520352000-1520362800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Workshop (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:QuickBooks  \nEducational Seminar $ 19.95 \n  Register Now! \nHear from SCORE Expert\, Steve Ocheltree\, CPA\, the importance of an accounting system relevant to every day survival for small business.\n\nEducational Seminar Overview: \n\nUnderstanding how important an accounting system is to your business\nOvercoming the Fear of a computerized accounting system\nOn screen view of what QuickBooks looks likes and how to use some of the basic features (QuickBooks Online & QuickBooks Desktop)\nThe basics of paying bills\, collecting money\, etc.\nThe basic accounting terms like\, Assets\, Liabilities\, Equity\, Cash Flows\nHow effective you can be with QuickBooks at keeping an eye on the health of your business\n\n\n\n   \n Educational Seminar  \nSteve Ocheltree\, CPA and Business Counselor \n559.487.5791  /  centralvalleyscore.org  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\nTuesday\, March 6\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST\nAdd to Calendar\n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \n\nDriving Directions\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/quickbooks-workshop-score-event/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T193845Z
UID:288-1519747200-1519758000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Business Plan (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:If you’re starting a business or are expanding your business\, don’t miss this incredibly valuable Free Workshop!  \n\n\nWhy Do I Need a Business Plan?\nA Road Map of My Business\nDo I Have Enough Money to Operate & Grow?\nCan the Business Support Me?\nWhat a Lender Requires in a Business Plan\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\nWhen\nTuesday\, February 27\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST\nAdd to Calendar \n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \nDriving Directions \n\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/business-plan/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T193444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T193444Z
UID:286-1518710400-1518721200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:DGS Doing Business with California State (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:Did You Know Billions of Dollars are awarded every year to Small Business as a result of State Agencies is under Executive Order to do 25% of their procurement and contracts with Small Businesses (SB’s) and 3% with Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprises (DVBE’s)?  \n\nWhat you will learn in this seminar: \n\nFind out which agencies buy your company’s products and services \nReciprocity Program to attain One-Stop Certification in California\nMarket Your Business with Advocates that can assist you with their agencies\nHow to use our data base to get solicitations?\nUpdate HSR\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHear from the Expert: Michael Aguillio\, \nSmall Business and Disable Veteran Business Enterprise Customer Liaison \nOfficer for State of California\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael has over 20 years of experience within State Government. He has also worked in the federal & private sector. His State service includes: * Senior IT buyer for the Energy Commission * Warehousing Operations and Fleet manager for California Highway Patrol * Cal-Fire Small Business (SB) and Disable Veteran BusinessEnterprise (DVBE) Program Administrator * Contract administrator   \n\n\n\n\n\nspecializing in fuel acquisitions for Department ofGeneral Services(DGS) Michael now represents the State of California\, as a customer liaison educating Small Businesses and Disable Veteran Business Enterprises on how to do business with State Government.\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\nWhen\nThursday\, February 15\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST\nAdd to Calendar \n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 102 (downstairs)\nFresno\, CA 93721 \nDriving Directions\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605 Ext.2716\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/dgs-doing-business-with-california-state-score-event/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20171201T014119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T192108Z
UID:267-1518708600-1518719400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Coaching & Giving Constructive Feedback
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director with Sierra HR Partners\, will go over how Supervisors focus on addressing errors and the negative aspects of an employee’s performance often overlooking the positive. This workshop will go over: \n\nHow to create an environment where managers recognize everyday success;\nTools and hands-on practice to deliver recognition; and\nWays to enhance productivity and morale.\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/coaching-giving-constructive-feedback/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T192901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T192928Z
UID:283-1517500800-1517508000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Tips For Measuring Online Success (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:Tips For Measuring Online Success\nYou invest time\, effort\, and resources into being online\, but do you know how much it’s worth to your bottom line? This workshop introduces ways to track and measure progress\, so you can find out.  \nWe will cover:\n\n\nWhy measure success?\nHow to evaluate your website\nHow to evaluate your business listing\nHow to evaluate your ad campaigns\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\nWhen\nThursday\, February 1\, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST\nAdd to Calendar \n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \nDriving Directions \n\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/283/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20170913T224257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T192004Z
UID:219-1517499000-1517504400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Employee Handbook Overhaul for 2018
DESCRIPTION:Join employment law attorney Faith Lisle Driscoll with Michael Sullivan & Associates\, as she reviews the new laws\, regulations and judicial opinions affecting California employers in 2018. Topics to include: \n\nProhibition on asking for applicants prior salary;\nNew guidelines for immigration enforcement;\nProtections for victims of domestic violence\, sexual assault and stalking;\nParental leave for smaller employers; and\nProhibition on asking about applicant criminal convictions.\n\nAttendees will be provided with practical tips for applying the changes in the workplace and communicating them through employee handbook revisions. \nRegistration is closed. Please call 559-230-4062 to be added to wait list.
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/employee-handbook-overhaul-for-2018/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T192653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T192653Z
UID:281-1516896000-1516903200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Google: Grow Your Business Online (SCORE event)
DESCRIPTION:Google: Grow Your Business Online\nGrow Your Business Online Learn the basics of how customers find your business online and how to promote your online presence with methods like Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Online Advertising. We’ll also introduce free tools to help you run your business online\, including Google Analytics and Google Apps for Work.\n\nRegister Now!\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605 ext.2716\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/google-grow-your-business-online-score-event/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20171201T013728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T013728Z
UID:265-1516894200-1516901400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Workplace Violence (no active shooter)
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Larson with Sierra HR Partners\, will present information on workplace violence. Topics include: \n\nWhat are the costs of workplace violence?\nWhat are the different types of workplace violence\, and how are they most commonly manifest?\nWhat preventative measures can businesses take to decrease their risk of workplace violence?\nWhat are the elements of an effective workplace violence prevention policy?\nWhat are early warning signs of potentially violent behavior?\nUpdate on actions and regulations added in 2016 that affect you\nReview and discussion of top 10 cited Cal/OSHA regulations\nAnti-retaliation and Cal/OSHA post accident drug testing\n\nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/workplace-violence-no-active-shooter/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20180118T182317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T185413Z
UID:275-1516377600-1516384800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work For You (SCORE Workshop)
DESCRIPTION: \n\nIf you’re launching a new business website (or sprucing up an old site)\, this workshop will help. Learn how to create a search-friendly site that’s useful for customers and supports your business goals. \nWe will cover: \n\nGoal-oriented – How will your website grow your business?\nIntuitive – Is it easy to use your site on all devices?\nOrganize – Is your site easy to navigate?\nUseful – Does your website provide useful info?\nFunctional – Is your website functional and does your website do useful things?\nSearch-friendly – Can search engines find your website?\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\nContact\nKristina Gonzalez (Hablo Español)\nSCORE- Counselors to America’s Small Business\n559-487-5605 ext.2716\nkristina.gonzalez@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/make-your-website-work-for-you/
LOCATION:CA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20171201T013543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T013615Z
UID:262-1515684600-1515693600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Sexual Harassment Prevention for Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director with Sierra HR Partners\, will provide examples of what unlawful harassment is and what it isn’t; conflict resolution skills; and ways to minimize gossip. Your organization’s harassment policy and reporting procedures can also be folded into the course materials to customize the program for your company. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/sexual-harassment-prevention-for-supervisors/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20171117T164839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T164839Z
UID:259-1513353600-1513357200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:CALIFORNIA COMPETES TAX CREDIT PRESENTATION
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss Out On Tax Credits For Your Company \nThe application is easy to fill out on-line\, open to any business owner\, free and coming your way. Join senior officials from the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) for a free one-hour presentation in your area and get custom instructions on how to apply for this tax credit program. \nRegister at: www.business.ca.gov/calcompetes \nCity of Fresno \nCity Council Chambers \n2600 Fresno Street\, 2nd Floor \nFresno\, CA 93721 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/california-competes-tax-credit-presentation/
LOCATION:CA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124501
CREATED:20170913T224449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T200818Z
UID:221-1512574200-1512579600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:What's Next for Small Business Healthcare?
DESCRIPTION:Xiomara Peña from Small Business Majority will go over what is next for small business healthcare. \nRegistration is open at www.fresnobsc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/whats-next-for-small-business-healthcare/
LOCATION:CA
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