These successful entrepreneurs started with WEV's orientation!
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"I came to WEV's SET class as an amateur, and finished as an entrepreneur!"
-Nicole Schultz, Happy Little Hippo
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"The biggest reward from having my business is making my daughters proud of me."
-Michelle Hirrel, Shell's Petals
Orientations

Are you ready to become an entrepreneur, or expand your existing small business? Afraid to "go it alone," or unsure how to proceed? WEV's 14-week Self-Employment Training (SET) and 6-week Business Plan Intensive (BPI) courses guide you in taking the next step, while building a network of contacts and community for your business. Attend a free 1-hour orientation, where you'll meet a WEV representative that will help you determine which program is right for you!

To sign up, click on an orientation date below. After completing the form, you'll receive a confirmation email with the orientation address.You can attend in any location, but please sign up for only one orientation date. Let us know if your plans change or if you’re interested in future orientation dates by contacting (805) 965-6073 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

***Please note that enrollments occur on a first-come, first-served basis, and you must provide a 100% completed application at your enrollment appointment to reserve your place in a class.  

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En Español 

Haga clic aqui para nuestros programas en español. También se puede llamar al (805) 456-2383. 


Reasonable accomodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least ten business days in advance. Contact Karly Dowling at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (805) 965-6073 x102 in Santa Barbara County and Leticia Sandoval at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (805) 667-8004 in Ventura County.


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