Central CA SBDC Regional Network
Helping Your Business Start, Grow and Succeed

Cal Poly CIE SBDC: Coffee and Conversation

Cara Cyre, CEO of Farm Supply, will join us this month to discuss her twenty-four year journey with the local farmer-owned cooperative. Cara began working for Farm Supply as a Cal Poly student, transitioned to Marketing Coordinator upon graduation, was promoted to V.P. of Communications, and named President / CEO in July 2017. Her career at Farm Supply has gifted her with an incredible story full of advice, wisdom and experience in regards to her career advancement within the company.

Webinar - EIDL Loan Reconsiderations

Please join the SBA Fresno District Office and SBA Office of Disaster Assistance on Thursday - August 06, 2020 at 11:00am (PST) to Learn about EIDL Loan Reconsideration.

Are you a small business owner who received a decline notification for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan? Join us on our SBA Live: EIDL Reconsideration webinar as we discuss how to request reconsideration for funding. You will also have an opportunity to ask your EIDL reconsideration questions during the live Q&A session.

Webinar: Plan and Prepare for Q4

The Cal Poly CIE Small Business Development Center presents a timely workshop on how to plan and  prepare for Q4 during COVID-19. As the biggest revenue-making quarter of the year approaches, we are bringing together experts in strategy and digital marketing to make sure your business is ready for the upcoming holiday season. This workshop will focus on emerging trends and provide support for the Restaurant, Retail and Health & Wellness industries.

Webinar: Surety Bonding Workshop

Attend this webinar and learn how to expand your business opportunities to participate in public works contracts.  Tracey Lawrence, President of Heis Surety and Insurance Services, will provide an in-depth look at bonding and how companies can strategically place themselves to obtain surety bonds.  Also featuring a guest presentation by Sean Collins from Teichert Construction. 

Webinar: Good2Go Tuolumne

Learn more about Good2Go Tuolumne with Cole Przybyla, Director of Innovation and Business Assistance. 
Cole will be Joined by Katy Winders, Director of the Valley Sierra SBDC and Christine Nutting HR. Manager from Mother Lode Job Training

  • A Free training program through which companies can learn general safety protocols for reopening.
  • Free resources and information to help your business stay current on best practices for safety.
  • The Good2Go published guide compiled by a local taskforce of business people listing recommendations by industry.

Webinar: How to Write Effective Marketing Emails for Any Situation

Whether you are writing a welcome email, event invitation, promotion, or an automated series, it can feel daunting to sit down and write your next email.

You have a limited amount of time where you need to figure out what to write and how to write it so it drives results for your business. After all, your emails need to build relationships, inspire people, and encourage them to take action.

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Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and a Grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the California SBDC closest to you.