BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180201T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180125T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180119T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180119T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180111T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171116T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171116T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170913T224052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T163903Z UID:217-1510846200-1510853400@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:New Employment & Labor Laws for 2018 DESCRIPTION:Chris Rusca  and David Litman with Sagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC will go over the new employment & labor laws for 2018. \nRegistration is full\, please call (559) 230-4062 to be put on the wait list. URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/new-employment-labor-laws-for-2018/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20171113T183403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T183523Z UID:254-1510772400-1510776000@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Webinar: Capital to Start and Grow your Business DESCRIPTION:REGISTER AND MORE INFO: For more information visit http://www.accesspluscapital.com/event/access-plus-capital-start-grow-business/ or call 559.263.1351. \nDETAILS: Learn about the steps to take to get the capital you need through this educational webinar featuring Jeremy Hofer\, Access Plus Capital’s Director of Operations. \nAccess Plus Capital (formerly Fresno CDFI) provides financing\, training\, and asset development services for low- and moderate-income entrepreneurs. \nOur loan programs range from $5\,000 to $500\,000 helping businesses start-up\, strengthen\, and expand. We serve 14 counties in Central California including: San Joaquin\, Stanislaus\, Tuolumne\, Merced\, Mono\, Mariposa\, Madera\, Fresno\, San Benito\, Monterey\, Kings\, Tulare\, Inyo\, and Kern. URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/webinar-capital-to-start-and-grow-your-business/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171116T030000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20171019T200623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T200623Z UID:234-1510768800-1510801200@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Central Valley Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 15\, 2017 \nClovis Veterans Memorial District \nFor the first time ever\, the Central Valley Venture Forum and Central Valley Stock Exchange are coming together to create the Central Valley Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum\, the largest event for innovation and entrepreneurship in the Central Valley. The event is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday Nov. 15\, 2017\, at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District in Clovis\, California. \nThe forum is comprised of multiple panels throughout the afternoon including tips for entrepreneurs looking to raise capital and advice for startup ventures to scale from an emerging growth company to a middle-market company and beyond. Presenters include industry leaders\, angel investors\, venture capitalists\, entrepreneurs\, business owners\, public policy leaders\, lawyers\, community leaders\, and more. They will share advice\, information and strategies for both surviving and thriving in today’s economy. \nDuring the evening part of the event\, attendees can pretend to be a “Venture Capitalist” for the day at one of the most unique and interactive events in the Central Valley. Promising local entrepreneurs and startup ventures will vie for the attendees Bulldog dollars investments to win the Audience Award. Five ventures will also present to a panel of investors for the Investor Award. \nAttendee registration is $75 per person for the Entrepreneur Insights Afternoon Program OR the Stock Exchange Evening Program\, or $135 for both before October 27\, $150 after that date. \nFor sponsorship information please visit the sponsor page above. \nYou can sign up here:   cvieforum.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/central-valley-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171109T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171109T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170913T223212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T223626Z UID:213-1510241400-1510248600@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:How to Keep “Jolly” in Holiday Parties DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will go over ways to keep jolly in holiday parties. \nRegistration will open soon at www.fresnobsc.com \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/how-to-keep-jolly-in-holiday-parties/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170331T153046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T153046Z UID:112-1509035400-1509057000@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:State Payroll Tax Workshop DESCRIPTION:Business Services Center\n7475 N. Palm Ave\, #105\nFresno\, CA 93711 \nReservations 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. URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/state-payroll-tax-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171025T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171025T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170929T160201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T160201Z UID:227-1508945400-1508956200@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Behavioral Based Interviewing / Effective Recruiting & Hiring DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will provide participants with skills for reducing the high cost of turnover. Participants will learn: \n\nThe value of behavior-based interviewing.\nHow to structure interview questions for effectiveness and consistency.\nHow to avoid legal pitfalls associated with poor interviewing techniques.\n\nRegistration is open soon at www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/behavioral-based-interviewing-effective-recruiting-hiring/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170928T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170928T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170706T160546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T162528Z UID:179-1506612600-1506619800@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Background Investigation Updates in CA DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene and Daniel Larson with Sierra HR Partners will go over Background Investigation Updates in California. \nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/background-investigation-updates-in-ca/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170926T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170926T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170913T222838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T222838Z UID:211-1506441600-1506465000@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Develop a Financial Capabilities Program for Older Adults DESCRIPTION:Delivered as a train-the-trainer on-site model\, the training is based on the Money Smart for Older Adults curriculum developed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the FDIC.The curriculum will prepare your organization to educate older adults on how to protect themselves from: \n\nScams\nFinancial identity theft\nMedical identity theft\nScams targeting homeowners\nScams targeting veteransESOP staff will offer the training to your agency staff and share best practices on fundraising\, outreach\, measuring results and integrating the program into your full suite of services.\n\n  \n\n**Continental breakfast will be served at 9:00 a.m. and lunch will be provided.\n\nLOCATION: Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation 1444 Fulton Street Fresno\, CA 93721 \nClick here to register: https://esopfresnotraining.eventbrite.com \n  \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/develop-a-financial-capabilities-program-for-older-adults/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170706T151956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T163056Z UID:177-1506007800-1506018600@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Why Can’t We All Just Get Along? DESCRIPTION:Are you talkative or quiet? Do you need a lot of details or just the big picture? Robin Paggi with Worklogic HR will go over these topics: \n\nWhy you might not get along with others and strategies to solve this.\nUnderstand why some personalities drive you crazy.\nFind out how your personality style might cause problems for others\, and what you can do about it.\n\nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/why-cant-we-all-just-get-along/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170914T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170914T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170526T164013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T162837Z UID:159-1505403000-1505410200@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Common Wage and Hour Mistakes DESCRIPTION:Amanda Kjar and Karen Gill attorneys with Sagaser\, Watkins & Wieland PC Law Group will go over how to keep up-to-date with the constantly changing wage and hours regulations. \n\nPaystub Requirements\nMeals & Rest Periods\nOvertime\nOff-Clock Work\nCompensable Time\nBonus or Incentive Payments\nVacation Pay\nRecordkeeping\n\nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/common-wage-and-hour-mistakes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170912T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170912T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170830T210200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T210321Z UID:202-1505232000-1505242800@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Hiring Your First Employee DESCRIPTION:Free Workshop \nFree Parking on R Street \nFacilitators \nHear from SCORE Subject Matter Experts; \nAli Nekumanesh\, Business Owner\, Consultant\, \nTom Jones\, Business Owner\, CPA. \nFor more information or to register\, please contact: \n Central Valley SCORE \nhttps://centralvalley.score.org \n559-487-5606 URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/hiring-your-first-employee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170907T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170907T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170706T151720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170706T151756Z UID:175-1504798200-1504809000@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:How Emotionally Intelligent Are You? DESCRIPTION:Being book smart or technically competent can only get you so far.     Robin Paggi with Worklogic HR will go over these topics: \n\nHow to measure your Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and how to get along with others\nMeasure your EQ and create strategies to improve it\nLearn how to help other become more emotionally intelligent\nEffectively handle emotional situations\n\nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/how-emotionally-intelligent-are-you/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170824T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170824T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170331T152959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T162514Z UID:110-1503588600-1503595800@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Tattoos\, Piercings & Other Dress Code Nightmares DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director at Sierra HR Partners will provide an overview on topics such as: \n\nHow First Impressions Impact our Credibility and Success\nFour Basic Dress Categories\nWhat Not to Wear to Work\nTips For a Business Wardrobe on a Budget\nGrooming/Hygiene – Tattoos\, Piercings and Other HR Nightmares\nFoundation for a good Dress Code Policy\n\nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/tattoos-piercings-other-dress-code-nightmares/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170810T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170810T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170331T152915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T152915Z UID:108-1502382600-1502393400@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:EDD - Employee or Independent Contractor DESCRIPTION:Business Services Center\n7475 N. Palm Ave\, #105\nFresno\, CA 93711 \nReservations 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. URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/edd-employee-or-independent-contractor/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170727T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170727T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170526T163750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170608T160154Z UID:157-1501169400-1501176600@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Financial and Tax Strategies for Business Owners DESCRIPTION:David Vatcher with World Financial Group will go over financial and tax strategies for business owners. \nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/financial-and-tax-strategies-for-business-owners/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170726T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170726T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170719T210854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170719T211212Z UID:182-1501090200-1501097400@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Making Energy Efficiency Your Business Partner: A Smartbuilding Workshop DESCRIPTION: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! \nLEARN ABOUT: \n\nFresno’s priority role in CA’s energy goals\nLocal & State programs designed to support business\nUtility efficiency & smart grid programs\nFinancial resources for facility upgrades\nSpecific tools designed to benefit your business\n\nWHERE: \nBitwise Industries \n700 Van Ness Ave\, Fresno\, CA 93721 \nTIME: \n10:30am – Registration \n11:00am – Introduction – \nCity of Fresno\, Jose Gonzales on Fresno’s Energy Plans \nPG&E Business Energy Program – meet your rep \n11:10am – Programs \n12:10pm – Q&A Session \n12:20pm – Networking Lunch – meet representatives of PG&E Trade Professionals and 3rd Party Programs \n  \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/making-energy-efficiency-your-business-partner-a-smartbuilding-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170713T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170713T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170331T152746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T163150Z UID:105-1499959800-1499970600@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Taking Corrective Action (Minimizing Wrongful Termination Claims) DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners will go over corrective action in the workplace. \nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/taking-corrective-action-minimizing-wrongful-termination-claims/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170707T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170707T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170606T174213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170606T174213Z UID:162-1499459400-1499463000@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:CALIFORNIA COMPETES TAX CREDIT WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvent Details: \nDate:                     July 7\, 2017 \nTime:                     1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. \nLocation:              City of Fresno City Hall \n                                City Council Chambers \n                                2600 Fresno Street\, 2nd Floor \n                                Fresno\, CA  93721 \n Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fresno-area-go-biz-california-competes-tax-credit-presentation-tickets-35054139876 \nWhat is the Credit? \nThe 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. \nWho Can Apply? \nAny 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.   \nMark Your Calendars! \nThe next application period begins July 24\, 2017 and closes August 21\, 2017.  Go to calcompetes.ca.gov to apply.    \nSee attached flyers for more information about the workshop and the CCTC\, or click here. \n  \n  URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/california-competes-tax-credit-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170627T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170627T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170616T144344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170616T144634Z UID:168-1498588200-1498597200@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Crowdfunding & Alternative Financing DESCRIPTION:With panel speakers… \nKim Kaselionis- Breakaway Funding \nJeremy Hofer- Fresno CDFI \nJan Beranek- Beranek Consulting Group \nJustin Holland- Central Valley Angels \n*   Equity & Debt Crowdfunding \n*   Micro and Community Lending \n*   Startup Financing \n*   Fintech \n*   Equity Financing \n  \n$10 – lunch included! Registration required \nBitwise: John W. Dodson Theater \n700 Van Ness Ave \nFresno\, CA 93721 \n+ Google Map \nTo Register and for more information please visit our website https://fresnorma.org/chapter-events/ \nFor any questions please contact \nTony Simone at tsimone@bankofthesierra.com \nView this event in Facebook URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/crowdfunding-alternative-financing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170622T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170622T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T160318 CREATED:20170331T152621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T163233Z UID:102-1498145400-1498152600@www.fresnobsc.com SUMMARY:Effective Meeting Facilitation: From Staff Meetings to Mediating Disputes DESCRIPTION:Brenda Budke\, Executive Director\, Sierra HR Partners\, will go over how to effectively facilitate meetings and disputes. \nTopics include: \n\nHow meetings reflect organization’s culture\nWhat to do before\, during\, and after the meeting\nTroubleshooting common meeting snafus\nNavigating different communication & personality styles\nSetting SMART goals\nHow adult learning modes play into meetings\nHow to ensure full value ROI on meetings\n\nRegistration is open at: www.fresnobsc.com URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/effective-meeting-facilitation-from-staff-meetings-to-mediating-disputes/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR