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Santa Barbara County

Home Our Clients Santa Barbara County
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Aureliano Lopez, Tacos el Tizon

As owners of our own business, we have a greater sense of freedom.
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Lisa Gaede, Carlyle Salon and Style Bar

You will hit road blocks, but don’t give up. Use the road blocks for opportunities to refine your business plan.
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Nikki Dailey, HEAT Culinary

The challenge and thrill of doing this on my own has been the best experience in my professional life!
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Gelacio Lopez, Taqueria Guerrero

I have wanted to have my own business since I was a kid. Now I have the satisfaction of being my own boss.
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Daniel Yoshimi and Jennifer Yannella, Brasil Arts Café

Always have a plan B, C, D… and remember why you are doing it and let that be your motivation!
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Rebecca Blair, Whistle Club

Be prepared to be comfortable with the uncomfortable. There will be hurdles and hula-hoops every step of the way, so love what you do, and remember why you started.
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Michael Barriere, BarriereEnergy Associates

Accept your limitations and reach out for help – you cannot possibly do it all yourself!
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Amy Dixon, The Baker’s Table

Be tenacious, be determined and don’t give up or get discouraged. Most importantly, find an outlet for your stress!
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Lindsay Leonard, Santa Barbara Fiduciary

WEV gave me the confidence to value my knowledge and services.
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Carolin Hauser

I started my business because I had a desire to make an impact on the world and inspire other women to go after their dreams.

Steve Lundbom, Inspiration Point Apparel

The people I’ve met and the support I received through WEV gave me confidence and helped me to realize that our potential in life really has no limit.
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Paula Parisotto, Dettamoda Personal & Fashion Styling

Don’t live your life wishing. Live your life by doing! The journey may appear long and arduous but inch by inch it’s a cinch, yard by yard it’s not hard and when you arrive on the other side, the side of achievement, boy does it feel grand!

Jill-Marie and Jean-Michel Carré, Chocolats du Calibressan

Stop wondering ‘what if?’ Believe in yourself and go for your dreams.
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Mikki Reilly, Fitness Transform

Writing a business plan is a great way to test the financial viability of your idea. It also provides a logical structure for thinking about your business.
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Adrian Torres Leon, Taqueria Lindo Mexico

Even though I had to knock on a lot of doors, WEV helped me to see that anything is possible.
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Julia Crookston, Goodland Kitchen & Market

WEV gave me the confidence to adjust my initial vision without compromising my principles.
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Kathryn and Michael Graham, C’est Cheese

I think there’s nothing more gratifying than when you have a customer in the store and their whole face lights up.
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Ninette Paloma, Santa Barbara Centre for Aerial Dance

Be honest. About your desires, expectations, and timeline, and be thoughtful about setting realistic goals for your business. As for how to stay in business: a fresh perspective and fluidity is key.
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Karim Kaderali, Santa Barbara Axxess

Who would’ve thought a $15,000 loan from WEV would result in a company with 8 employees that’s helped raise over $750,000 for local schools and non-profits?

Maurice Moreno, MM Moreno & Son, Inc.

Today my business only exists because of WEV. I am able to do what I love and support my family.
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Natalie Sampila, Better Days Yoga

Where there is a will there is a way. Face your fears and don’t be afraid to ask for help!
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Willa Kveta, Willa Kveta Photography

WEV brought the much-needed business sense to my creative background.

Johanna Melamed, The Closet

Be as educated and informed as you can to make the best decisions…and still be prepared for anything.
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Peggy Larned, Artemis Animal Clinic

The biggest reward from my business is having the freedom and responsibility to call the shots.

Zdena Jiroutova, Z Folio Gallery

Seek the company of entrepreneurs and soak up their can-do attitude.

Dawn Peters, Decadence Fine Cakes & Confections

Success means my business is now supporting me and the community.

Drs. Neal and Nicole Barry, Barry Family Chiropractic

As a couple in business together, it’s important to create a strong business plan that you both agree upon.

Nicole Schultz and Lianne Clifford, Happy Little Hippo

I came to WEV’s SET class as an amateur, and finished as an entrepreneur!

Amber Wallace and Jill Kingdon, Dowitcher Designs

As a service-based business, WEV taught us the importance of valuing our time. We have doubled our sales during one of the worst economic downturns!

Danielle Wiswall, Focus Physical Therapy

The greatest reward from my business has been turning my idea of providing important healthcare services to the public, into a reality.

Sue and Michael McDonald, Zizzo’s Coffeehouse and Brew Pub

Our biggest business success has been the overwhelmingly positive response from the community.

Peter and Patricia Zadeh, Ethnic Breads

Success means overcoming all obstacles, and getting back on your feet if you fall.

Crystal Galvan, Crystal Chiropractic

Working with WEV has helped me to see how much I have grown and envision our potential for growth.
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Alethea Tyner Paradis, Peace Works Travel

Make sure you are willing to put in the sweat equity for however long it takes. Having a great idea is not enough. You need the substantive business guidance that WEV provides to make your enterprise viable.
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Santa Barbara County Office

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

333 S. Salinas Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Tel: (805) 965-6073
Fax: (805) 962-9622

Parking is available on the street or in the parking lot off Lou Dillon Drive. WEV only has one space available in the front lot.

Ventura County Office

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
*Appointments are preferred; please call ahead before stopping by, as our Ventura staff members frequently work in other locations.

290 Maple Court, Suite 268
Ventura, CA 93003
Tel: (805) 667-8004
Fax: (805) 962-9622

WEV's office is located in the back of the 'Financial' building if facing the building from Maple Court.

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