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SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Starting your Business
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\nJump-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: \nStart-Up Basics – First Session is Free! – Tuesday\, January 14\nBusiness Concepts – Tuesday\, January 21\nMarketing Plan – Tuesday\, January 28\nFinancial Projections – Tuesday\, February 4\nFunding Sources and Next Steps – Tuesday\, February 11 \n$125.00 value!! \nPrices for Simple Steps Series Workshops: \nComplete Series: $79.99 | Student Discount: $69.99 (Free for Veterans and their family members) \nLocation: University of Phoenix \n45 River Park Place West – Fresno\, CA \nClick Here To Register \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/simple-steps-for-starting-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200114T183000
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SUMMARY:CA Healthcare 101 - What Covered California Means for California Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur or a small business owner looking for healthcare coverage in 2020? \nJoin us for an interactive discussion where we’ll explain different health plan options and enrolling in 2020 coverage. We’ll also cover recent changes to the healthcare law that might impact your health coverage\, how you can benefit from tax credits to help offset your costs\, and tools and resources for entrepreneurs.  Specific topics include: \n\nOverview of the healthcare law\nWhat is happening in California vs. Federal regulations\nHealth marketplace updates\nSmall business tax credits (available to businesses and tax-exempt non-profits)\nOpen enrollment for 2020\nTools and resources available for small businesses interested in learning more about the law.\n\nA question and answer period will follow the presentation. \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/covered-california-workshop/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191210T180000
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UID:1246-1575993600-1576000800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Social Media for Small Businesses Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to maximize Facebook & Instagram channels for business marketing. \nWhere: Reedley Executive Center -1011 G Street Reedley\, CA 93654 \nWhen: Tuesday\, December 10th 8AM-10AM \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/social-media-for-small-businesses-workshop/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191205T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190513T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T162523Z
UID:907-1575563400-1575570600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Filling the Soft Skills Gap Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What is the Soft Skills Gap\, and why should business care? \nBrenda Budke\, Executive Director with Sierra HR Partners\, will present on key strategies you can implement that support skill development for new and  existing employees. Learn about: \n\nThe 4 Cs (Communication\, Creativity\, Critical Thinking and Collaboration)\nOvercoming challenges in addressing the skills gap\nThe impact and insights of multiple generations collaborating at work\nIdentifying ways to improve communication and in-house training\nAnd more!\n\nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/filling-the-soft-skills-gap-workshop/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191203T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T202203Z
UID:1279-1575392400-1575399600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Use YouTube to Grow your Business
DESCRIPTION:Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drive engagement with your brand. \nIn this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for: \n\nUnderstanding different video formats\nHow to set up a YouTube channel\nMaking good creative content\nHow to target and measure results\n\nLocation:  \nCentral Valley SCORE \n801 R Street Suite 201 – Fresno\, CA \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/use-youtube-to-grow-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191119T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T204410Z
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SUMMARY:Trade Pro Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Fresno Energy Watch\, Fresno County Economic Development Corporation (EDC)\, and the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation’s Downtown Business Hub are pleased to announce an opportunity for local contractors to learn about the advantages of enrolling in Pacific Gas & Electric Company’s (PG&E) Trade Professional Alliance Program. \nEnrollment in the Trade Professional Alliance program serves as an expansion opportunity if you sell\, install\, or service products in the following categories: \n\nLighting\nRefrigeration\nFood-service equipment\nAgricultural equipment\nBoilers\nHVAC\nSimilar products\n\nThis one-hour workshop will provide you an overview of the program advantages and benefits\, meet PG&E staff to ask questions\, and begin the process of enrolling in the Trade Professional Alliance Program. Through program education\, online processing\, and member support\, the Trade Professional Alliance Program may allow you to increase business and expand your customer base. \nTrade Professional Alliance Members receive: \n\nInclusion in PG&E’s Trade Professional online directory as a direct install contractor or distributor;\nReferrals from PG&E to customers looking for contractors and sales professionals;\nEducation and updates about PG&E’s latest rebates;\nInterest-free financing for your customers; and\nStreamlined online rebate application processing and technical support.\n\nThis FREE workshop will take place on Tuesday\, November 19th at 8:30 AM at:  \n Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation: Downtown Business Hub \n1444 Fulton St. \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nSpace is limited\, so please RSVP to Tracy Tosta at 559-724-9361 or ttosta@fresnoedc.com
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/trade-pro-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T164652Z
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SUMMARY:Harassment & Discrimination Prevention for Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:Janet Keene with Sierra HR Partners\, will conduct a workshop on harassment and discrimination prevention that is presented in a fun and interactive forum. \nThis supervisory workshop includes all components to satisfy the elements of AB 1825\, requiring all employers with 50 or more employees to provide two (2) hours of interactive sexual harassment and anti-abuse training to all supervisors every two (2) years. \nSupervisors will leave with a clear understanding of their responsibilities in preventing and responding to harassment in the workplace. \nClick Here To Register \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/harassment-discrimination-prevention-for-supervisors/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T013000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191113T033000
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CREATED:20191105T184256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T231324Z
UID:1227-1573608600-1573615800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Finding the Financing
DESCRIPTION:FINDING THE FINANCING Flyer
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/finding-the-financing/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T155704Z
UID:1217-1573578000-1573844400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Access Asia: Central Valley & Inland CA Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity to meet with our U.S. Foreign Service Officers as part of a week-long tour through the Central Valley and Inland areas of California. \nInland Empire: Tue\, Nov 12th \nAccess Asia Briefing: 8:30am-10:30am Location: Upland Carnegie Cultural Center 123 E. D St. Upland\, CA \nSan Fernando Valley: Wed\, Nov 13th \nAccess Asia Roundtable: 9:00am-11:30am Location: The Valley Economic Alliance 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 200 \nSherman Oaks\, CA 91403 \nVentura: Thurs\, Nov 14th \nAccess Asia Panel: 9:00am-10:00am \nLocation: Port Hueneme \n333 Ponoma Street\, Ventura\, CA 93041 \nFresno: Fri\, Nov 15th \nAccess Asia Briefing: 9:00am-11:00am Location: U.S. Commercial Service – Fresno 801 R Street\, Fresno\, CA 93721 \nClick Here To Register \nFor questions\, please contact: \nTatyana Aguirre \nGlobal Asia Team Leader \nTatyana.Aguirre@trade.gov \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/access-asia-central-valley-inland-ca-edition/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T190000
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CREATED:20191106T172423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T172529Z
UID:1233-1573578000-1573585200@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:FREE Government Contracting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:There has never been a better time for you to do business with the Federal government\, the world’s biggest purchaser of goods and services. If you are exploring opportunities that exist for your business or have just started selling to Federal agencies\, this workshop is for you. \nLearn how to make your way through the procurement processes and compete effectively for your share of the Federal contracting opportunities. There will be an overview of SBA’s various contracting programs including the 8(a) Program and HUBZone Program\, along with contracting information for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses. The SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program will also be discussed at the workshop. The workshop will also have a Question and Answer session. \nLocation \nFresno SBA District Office \n801 R Street\, Suite 201 in Downtown Fresno (FREE Parking on R Street) \nFresno\, CA 93721 \n\nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/free-government-contracting-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20191010T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T160016Z
UID:1208-1571932800-1571943600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Business Plan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you’re starting a business or are expanding your business\, don’t miss this incredibly valuable Free Workshop!  \n·         Why Do I Need a Business Plan? \n·         A Road Map of My Business \n·         Do I Have Enough Money to Operate & Grow? \n·         Can the Business Support Me?  \n·         What a Lender Requires in a Business Plan \nPresenter: Ali Nekumanesh\, Business Consultant and Franchise Executive \nWhere: \nCentral Valley SCORE \n801 R Street\, Suite 201 \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nFree Parking on R Street \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/business-plan-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191023T220000
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CREATED:20190718T172634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T145759Z
UID:1085-1571846400-1571868000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Central Valley Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum - Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of past year’s event\, the Central Valley Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum will take place on Wednesday\, October 23\, 2019\, at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District. \nThis annual event has something for companies and organizations of all sizes: a “Shark Tank” style competition\, a stock exchange\, and panel discussions for investors and startups. As an entrepreneur\, come hear from industry leaders\, angel investors\, venture capitalists\, and more. As an investor\, come listen to up-and-coming companies pitch to a panel of Judges and Investors\, and visit the Stock Exchange to invest your “Bulldog Dollars” in the companies of your choice. \nThe Forum is a collaboration between the Central Valley Fund\, Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship\, Craig School of Business and the Water\, Energy & Technology Center at Fresno State. \nWhere: \nClovis Veterans Memorial District\n808 Fourth Street\, Clovis\, CA 93612 \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/central-valley-innovation-entrepreneurship-forum-save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190930T142532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T142833Z
UID:1195-1571842800-1571864400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:California High-Speed Rail Authority Small Business Program Supportive Services Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The California High-Speed Rail Authority and its resource partners are hosting a free Small Business Supportive Services Symposium. The purpose of the Symposium is to educate\, inform and connect small businesses to the various resources available to enable them to become successful in the contracting market place. Small Businesses will also have the chance to speak with the Authority’s Prime contractors and consultants. \nWhere: \nBitwise Industries Building  \n700 Van Ness Avenue \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nWhat you will learn at this Symposium? \n\nHow to obtain your small business certification\nHow to market your business to the State\nQualifications for bonding and insurance\nQualifications for small business loans\nProcurement technical assistance\n\nResource Partners: \n\n\n\nCalifornia Department of General Services (DGS)\nCalifornia Department of Transportation (Caltrans)\nCalifornia Infrastructure Economic Development Bank (iBank)\nFresno Office of Community & Economic Development\nTutor/Perini/Zachary/Parsons (TPZP)\nDragados/Flatiron (DFJV)\nCalifornia Rail Builders (CRB)\nRail Delivery Partner (WSP)\nEarly Train Operator (Deutsche Bahn)\nCalifornia Capital Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\nFresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nHSR_SB_Symposium_Flyer-Agenda \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/california-high-speed-rail-authority-small-business-program-supportive-services-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191018T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20191009T195615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T195711Z
UID:1205-1571423400-1571427000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Contracts and Agreements Workshop - FREE
DESCRIPTION:Description \n In this workshop you will learn how to write\, review and enforce agreements. Discover common contracts startups should use. \nDate And Time \nFri\, October 18\, 2019 \n11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PDT \nLocation \nSmall Business Administration Fresno \n801 R Street \nSuite 201 (FREE Parking on R Street) \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/contracts-and-agreements-workshop-free/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191017T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191017T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T154639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T162225Z
UID:1126-1571326200-1571333400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Time Management & Work-Life Balance
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like you are running in circles and not getting anything done? Is everyone else setting your priorities for you? This workshop illustrates practical and proactive strategies to effectively manage your workload and juggle competing priorities. \nBrenda Budke with Sierra HR Partners will go over how to identify and act on first priorities\, enhance key relationships for greater effectiveness\, minimize time-wasters\, and exercise integrity in the moment of choice to act on what matters most. \nClick Here To Register \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/time-management-work-life-balance/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191015T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T163635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T164041Z
UID:1139-1571157000-1571167800@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Starting your Business
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\nOverview of sessions: \nStart-Up Basics – First Session is Free! – Tuesday\, October 15\nBusiness Concepts – Tuesday\, October 22\nMarketing Plan – Tuesday\, October 29\nFinancial Projections – Tuesday\, November 5\nFunding Sources and Next Steps – Tuesday\, November 12 \n$125.00 value!! \nPrices for Simple Steps Series Workshops: \nComplete Series: $79.99 | Student Discount: $69.99 \nFree for Veterans and their family members \nWhere: \nUniversity of Phoenix\n45 River Park Place West (2nd floor)\nFresno\, CA 93720 \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/simple-steps-for-starting-your-business-session-1/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190926T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T163103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T163103Z
UID:1137-1569513600-1569524400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:DGS 2.0 - How to do Business with California State (Bring your laptop)
DESCRIPTION:*It is recommended that participants bring a laptop computer to this workshop. * \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 HS\n\nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721 \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/dgs-2-0-how-to-do-business-with-california-state-bring-your-laptop/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T162752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T162752Z
UID:1135-1569340800-1569351600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Hear from SCORE Expert\, Steve Ocheltree\, CPA\, the importance of an accounting system relevant to every day survival for small business. \nEducational Seminar Overview: \n·     Understanding how important an accounting system is to your business \n·     Overcoming the Fear of a computerized accounting system \n·     On screen view of what QuickBooks looks likes and how to use some of the basic features (QuickBooks Online & QuickBooks Desktop) \n·     The basics of paying bills\, collecting money\, etc. \n·     The 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 \nCost: $19.95 \nWhere: \nCentral Valley SCORE \n801 R Street Suite 201 \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nFree Parking on R Street \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/quickbooks-seminar-3/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190925
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190718T170744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T170812Z
UID:1075-1569222000-1569308399@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:CEO Crash Course | September
DESCRIPTION:BlueTechValley and CleanStart are now accepting applications for unique business workshops happening this summer. The CEO Crash Course is a multi-day business development boot camp being offered at both Fresno State and at the University of the Pacific in Stockton\, CA. \nThe CEO Crash Course will concentrate on CEO fundamentals such as pitching\, business legalities\, marketing\, leadership\, team building\, and more! By participating\, your venture will receive individualized mentoring and publicity for your venture. A multitude of BlueTechValley ventures credit the CEO Crash Course for providing them the necessary tools to succeed in business.  Ventures selected to participate in this year’s CEO Crash Courses at Fresno State or at the University of the Pacific will not need to pay for the program as they will be sponsored by the California Energy Commission (CEC)\, the Economic Development Administration (EDA)\, and Wells Fargo. \nRegistration for the Fresno workshop (September 23\, 24 & 25)
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/ceo-crash-course-september/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T162525Z
UID:1131-1568908800-1568916000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Ask the Experts
DESCRIPTION:Ask the Experts (Panel of Experts: Attorney\, CPA\, Insurance\, Banker\, EDD\, HR/Payroll) \nWho should attend: Existing and emerging entrepreneurs on the legal\, financial\, HR\, and Insurance compliance of owning a business. \nWhat you will learn: We will have a panel consisting of an Attorney\, Accounting\, Insurance\, EDD/HR\, and Marketing your business. \nAfter the panel discussion will be open for Q & A for everyone to ask questions about their business and best practices.  \nWhere\nCentral Valley SCORE\n801 R Street Ste 201\nFresno\, CA 93721\n\nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/ask-the-experts/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190919T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190919T164500
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190813T161927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T161927Z
UID:1105-1568907000-1568911500@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Harassment Prevention for Staff (Non-Supervisor) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Shurtone Lee with Sierra HR Partners will conduct a workshop developed with   employment law attorneys\, that meets all AB 1825 requirements\, including AB 2053‘s amendment covering abusive conduct/bullying\, and SB 396‘s requirements related to Gender Identity\, Gender Expression\, and Sexual Orientation. \nThe workshop will also incorporate interactive harassment examples based on actual workplace situations. \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/harassment-prevention-for-staff-non-supervisor-workshop/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190903T161733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T161733Z
UID:1128-1568304000-1568309400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Online Webinar: DGS 2.0 - Get Certified to Do Business with California
DESCRIPTION:Click Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/online-webinar-dgs-2-0-get-certified-to-do-business-with-california/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190513T201534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T165421Z
UID:897-1568302200-1568313000@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Taking Corrective Action – From Discipline to Exit
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. \nJanet Keene with 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. \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/taking-corrective-action-from-discipline-to-exit/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190813T162222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T162236Z
UID:1107-1568300400-1568307600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Reedley’s Business Resources Expo by Fresno4biz
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. \nClick Here To Register \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/reedleys-business-resources-expo-by-fresno4biz/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190816T153605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T153645Z
UID:1111-1566921600-1566932400@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Hear from SCORE Expert\, Steve Ocheltree\, CPA\, the importance of an accounting system relevant to every day survival for small business. \nEducational Seminar Overview: \n·     Understanding how important an accounting system is to your business \n·     Overcoming the Fear of a computerized accounting system \n·     On screen view of what QuickBooks looks likes and how to use some of the basic features (QuickBooks Online & QuickBooks Desktop) \n·     The basics of paying bills\, collecting money\, etc. \n·     The 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 \nCost: $19.95 \nWhere: \nCentral Valley SCORE \n801 R Street Suite 201 \nFresno\, CA 93721 \nFree Parking on R Street \nClick Here To Register \n 
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/quickbooks-seminar-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190822T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190513T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190708T162552Z
UID:894-1566487800-1566498600@www.fresnobsc.com
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 with Sierra HR Partners\, will go over  practical and proactive strategies to enhance your leadership skills. \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/basic-principles-of-leadership-3/
CATEGORIES:BSC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190718T172358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172441Z
UID:1082-1566414000-1566417600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity Zone Basics
DESCRIPTION:Do you know of the tax benefits associated with opportunity zones? The SBDC is hosting a webinar to guide business owners through the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Register for this free webinar and you can learn how this act can have a huge advantage for you and your business! \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/opportunity-zone-basics/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190823
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190718T171624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T171926Z
UID:1077-1566370800-1566457199@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:BlueTechValley in partnership with the Grant Farm will be hosting a grant writing workshop. The workshop will allow entrepreneurs to better understand the grant process. Participants will learn critical skills to help them secure funding for their efforts. \nGrant Writing Workshop – Fresno Location \nLocation: 5370 N. Chestnut Ave\, Fresno CA 93740 (Center for Irrigation Technology)\nTime: Late Afternoon \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/1077/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190818
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190718T162412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T170635Z
UID:1072-1565938800-1566025199@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:CEO Crash Course | August & September
DESCRIPTION:BlueTechValley and CleanStart are now accepting applications for unique business workshops happening this summer. The CEO Crash Course is a multi-day business development boot camp being offered at both Fresno State and at the University of the Pacific in Stockton\, CA. \nThe CEO Crash Course will concentrate on CEO fundamentals such as pitching\, business legalities\, marketing\, leadership\, team building\, and more! By participating\, your venture will receive individualized mentoring and publicity for your venture. A multitude of BlueTechValley ventures credit the CEO Crash Course for providing them the necessary tools to succeed in business.  Ventures selected to participate in this year’s CEO Crash Courses at Fresno State or at the University of the Pacific will not need to pay for the program as they will be sponsored by the California Energy Commission (CEC)\, the Economic Development Administration (EDA)\, and Wells Fargo. \nRegistration for the Stockton workshop (August 16\, 23 & September 6) \nRegistration for the Fresno workshop (September 23\, 24 & 25)
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/ceo-crash-course-august-september/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190808T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T115049
CREATED:20190802T212354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T212818Z
UID:1095-1565278200-1565283600@www.fresnobsc.com
SUMMARY:The Pros Who Know @ The Hub
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the City of Fresno’s business license process\, including additional permits needed for food/specialty businesses. Hear about the allocation of your business taxes and get your questions answered by the experts. \n8:30 a.m. Breakfast and networking \n9:00 a.m. Presentation begins \n9:45 a.m. Q&A \n\n\n\n\nWHERE: \nDowntown Business Hub \n1444 Fulton Street \nFresno\, CA 93721 \n\nClick Here To Register \nor call 559.222.8705
URL:https://www.fresnobsc.com/calendar/the-pros-who-know-the-hub/
CATEGORIES:Partner
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