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In this issue: 2011 Summer Calendar, Client of the Month, Are You the Next Client of the Month?, Exposure Opportunity, Get Inspired, WEV Job Post, Free Webinar, Marketing for Government Contracts, 'Twittorial', CEO Round Table, SCORE's Anniversary Expo, Free Tax Seminar
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May 2011
Dear Friend of WEV,
'Greetings!' from your friends at WEV. We hope you'll enjoy the stories and resources we've compiled for you.
-The WEV Staff
2011 Summer CalendarNo matter where you are in your journey as an entrepreneur, WEV's 2011 summer calendar has a program to support your needs.READY...
Do you have a brand new business idea or desire to be self-employed? WEV is launching a 10-hour Business Ready workshop packed with helpful activities and info so you can develop a clear business concept and make sure you have what it takes, before launching a business.
SET...
For the first time ever, WEV's curriculum will be taught in the summer. If you have the motivation and drive to work at a fast pace, and need capital quickly, enroll in our Business Plan Intensive (BPI) course, offered May 31-July 14 in Ventura.
GO...
New Offering: Have you missed the structure and support of your WEV course since graduating? Join a WEV Roundtable group in your area and meet with your peers and a WEV instructor monthly!
...THRIVE!
What could your existing business achieve with one-on-one, customized support from a team of WEV professionals? We're currently recruiting for our next cohort of Thrive in Five! For questions or interest in any of these programs, please contact our staff in Santa Barbara (805.965.6073) or Ventura (805.667.8004). If you've never attended an orientation, sign up today!
Client of the Month
Diane de Mailly "Desperation and opportunity collided!" says WEV alumni Diane de Mailly, of her unplanned entrance into the world of entrepreneurship. From unemployment to a "renegade sole proprietorship", Diane is now operating DDM Metering Systems with such success that this month she'll receive NAWBO Ventura County's Woman Business Owner of the Year Award. Read more.
Are You the Next Client of the Month?
WEV wants to celebrate you! We're always searching the community for a new Client of the Month, Success Story, Featured Artist or addition to the Client Achievements section of the newsletter. But don't wait for us to find you... let us know how you're doing now! If your business has benefited from the support of WEV, send an email to Leah Gonzales at
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Exposure Opportunity
Join WEV in celebrating 20 years of creating successful entrepreneurs! We are asking WEV clients to submit photos and/or logos of their business.* Be creative, and try to include yourself in a photo doing what you do! Email photos to
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by May 10th.
*Sending in your photos is granting your permission for WEV to use them for publicity purposes.
Get Inspired
SET and BPI Students Graduate this Month
Our Self-Employment Training (SET) and Business Plan Intensive (BPI) students will graduate in just two short weeks. Join us as their friends, families and the local community recognize their efforts: Tuesday, May 17th, 6-8pm, Montecito Country Club
WEV Job Post
Bilingual Survey Assistant Needed
WEV is currently recruiting a part-time (30 hours per week) Bilingual Survey Assistant to work from our Santa Barbara office from late-May through July 2011. The Survey Assistant will interview past clients about their business outcomes since receiving services from WEV and will help enter survey results into our database. More info.
Resources
Free Webinar
Three Keys that Convince Your Customers to Buy
Monday, May 9th, 9:30 a.m. Learn the WHAT as well as the HOW of creating better copy for your website and other marketing materials. Offered by Tea Silvestre, Marketing Communication Expert of Word Chef (not a WEV event) Register now to save your spot!
Marketing for Government Contracts
'Twittorial' at the PWA 2011 Conference
Saturday, May 10, UCSBThe Professional Women's Association's annual conference will include, among many valuable speakers and topics, a 'Twittorial' - on using Twitter! - at 2pm by WEV alumni, Lisa Braithwaite. More info.
CEO Round Table
May 19, 8-12pm
Join Seena Sharp - author of “Competitive Intelligence Advantage: How to Minimize Risk, Avoid Surprises and Grow Your Business in a Changing World” - and experience a CEO Roundtable; a unique program that combines leadership development and problem solving. For more information and to reserve a seat, contact WEV Graduate Lisa Champagne Minyard (not a WEV event) 435-2727,
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SCORE Ventura's 40th Anniversary Expo
May 25th, 12-9pm, OxnardPlan to attend this huge event celebrating SCORE's 40 years of service to small businesses in Ventura county. The day will include free seminars on marketing, social media, funding and more; as well as exhibitors like WEV; the Board of Equalization; the IRS; banks; the Chamber of Commerce; and more. The event is free, but you must register beforehand. More info/registration.
Free Tax Seminars for Employers
The following seminars are offered through the Employment Development Department:
Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax SeminarMay 12th, 9am-12pm, VenturaYou'll learn California's payroll reporting requirements, including forms, employer obligations, reporting and payment requirements. Sign up.
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In This Issue
- 2011 Summer Calendar
- Client of the Month
- Are You the Next Client of the Month?
- Exposure Opportunity
- Get Inspired
- WEV Job Post
Resources
- Free Webinar
- Marketing for Government Contracts
- 'Twittorial'
- CEO Round Table
- SCORE's Anniversary Expo
- Free Tax Seminar
WEV Client Achievements
Best of VC Grand Opening
May 11thWEV Graduate, Talia Wunder of Devone Design will open doors to her newest venture, Best of VC. The Santa Paula storefront will house an assortment of crafts and gifts, all with a Ventura County focus!
108 N. 10th Street, Santa Paula
Have an achievement to share?
Let us know! At WEV, our goal is your success. Help us highlight your achievements. Email
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by the 25th of the month with client achievements or announcements!
WEV Classifieds
Comprehensive Technology Assessment
Exclusive 30% discount for friends of WEV. Don't do it alone. We partner with you on your technology and on-line presence needs - automation, websites, social media, any questions you have! You'll receive the exclusive, one-on-one attention of business coach, former CIO and published Technology author Matthew Moran of Kreative Knowledge. Contact WEV Graduate Freda Ramey 805-612-3181, framey @kreativeknowledge.com
Mastermind Group
SET Graduate Gail Bray - with 20 years of experience facilitating Mastermind and self-empowerment groups - is leading a Mastermind group in Camarillo. (commitment through December) Cost: $149, 10% of proceeds will be donated to WEV. Contact Gail at
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Contribute to the Classifieds
If you've got something for sale or rent - or a special deal to share with the WEV community - let us know at
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Contact WEV
Santa Barbara County
333 S. Salinas St.
Santa Barbara, 93103
805.965.6073
Ventura County
374 Poli St., Suite 207
Ventura, 93001
805.667.8004
Kern County
P.O. Box 5477
3717 Mount Pinos Way,
Unit A
Frazier Park, 93225
805.667.8004
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