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February 2013 Issue 1

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February 2013 Issue 1 In this Issue: Client of the Month: Shauna Kane Mistretta, WEV is Looking for New Office Space in Ventura!, WEV Got a Blog!, Orientations for Fall 2013: Registration Now Open!

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Dear Friend of WEV, 

We’re all about spreading the love this month at WEV, so we’re doting on you with a full bouquet of resources and a decadent box of client achievements in this issue of WEV Got News. Enjoy!  

-The WEV Staff

Client of the Month: Shauna Kane Mistretta

 
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As a humanitarian, Shauna Kane Mistretta never imagined she’d be a business woman. Now, after completing SET and receiving a loan with WEV’s Small Business Loan Fund, she’s bridging these two worlds as a successful social entrepreneur with Beads of Esiteti. Read more here. 

 WEV is Looking for New Office Space in Ventura!

WEV is looking for a new office to accommodate our growing staff and programs in Ventura County! Ideally, we’d like an office in Ventura around 700 square feet with 3 small offices and easy access to the 101 and/or 126 freeways. 
 
Please contact Leah Gonzales at lgonzales@wevonline.org with any suggestions! 

WEV Got A Blog!

We’re inviting members of WEV’s community to share knowledge, ask questions and challenge conventional wisdom in our newly launched blog!
 
In our most recent post, WEV’s CEO, Marsha Bailey, makes a confession…Join the conversation here! 

Orientations for Fall 2013: Registration Now Open! 

 
Take the time to tell a friend about WEV today. Self-employment may be something they have dreamed about, and we’re here to help make it happen!
 
Orientations for Fall 2013 Self-Employment Training (SET) and Business Plan Intensive (BPI) are starting! Learn more and sign up here!  

 Resources 

WITI: The Secret of a Metrics-Based Approach to Marketing and Sales 

 
Learn how market-leader RightScale uses a metrics-based approach to drive more leads, grow revenue, and increase profitability. Join Women In Technology International (WITI) for a night of insider information on the top marketing and sales techniques used by some of the most successful executives in Santa Barbara! For more information, click here! 
 
Date: Tuesday, February 26th; 6-9pm 
Location: Santa Barbara 

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

 
The Housing Authority is currently providing financial literacy and free tax preparation for the community through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).
 
VITA is a FREE tax preparation service to families and individuals who earned less than $50,000 in 2012. Find the nearest center to you and learn more here.  

The Affordable Care Act and What It Could Mean For You

 
This year small businesses will be hearing a great deal about coming changes in health care due to implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which lowers premium cost growth and increases access to quality, affordable health insurance for small businesses.
 
The SBA has a newly launched health care web page that helps individuals and small business owners understand what the Affordable Care Act means for them. For more information click here.  

Spirit of Entrepreneurship Foundation 

 
Nominations are now open for the third annual Spirit of Entrepreneurship Awards, the most prestigious awards for women entrepreneurs in Santa Barbara County, which is open to any woman entrepreneur in Santa Barbara County!
Spirit of Ent NEW Spring 2013
 
Nominations are due February 22nd! Click here for more information, and to nominate yourself or someone you know! 

In Our Last Issue 

Santa Barbara and Ventura Axxess: Let the Savings Begin! 

 
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Want to save money AND support WEV at the same time?! Get your 2013 Ventura or Santa Barbara Axxess card today through WEV. 
 
Each card costs $30 and $10 of that amount will be generously donated back to support WEV’s programs. Get yours today! Cards must be picked up at either the Ventura or Santa Barbara WEV office. 
 
Did you know that WEV’s Small Business Loan Fund provided SB Axxess with a loan in its infancy – over 10 years ago! And now they’ve expanded to more communities – including Ventura!  

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 February 13th, 2013 

In This Issue

  • Client of the Month: Shauna Kane Mistretta
  • WEV is Looking for New Office Space in Ventura!
  • WEV Got a Blog!
  • Orientations for Fall 2013: Registration Now Open! 

 Resources

  • WITI: The Secret to a Metrics-Based Approach to Marketing and Sales
  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
  • The Affordable Care Act and What it Could Mean for You
  • Spirit of Entrepreneurship Foundation 

In Our Last Issue 

  • Santa Barbara and Ventura Axxess 

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 Client Achievements 

 Coming Soon: Brasil Arts Cafe

In the midst of Carnival season, SET graduates and husband-wife duo, Daniel “Chin” Yoshimi and  Jennifer Yannella, will be opening Brasil Arts Cafe in Santa Barbara. In the meantime, read a review from the Independent here. Congratulations, Daniel and Jennifer!  

 MK Photography to be Featured Artist!

Renee Gomez, owner and operator of MK Photography, recently graduated from SET and is already a featured artist in the upcoming RAW Artist Showcase.  Purchase tickets and view Renee’s profile on re-sale tickets can be purchased through my profile page on RAW. 

 Emiliano Campobello at the Beverly Hills Hotel

Congratulations to SET graduate, Emiliano Campobello, for receiving rave reviews for his mural work in The Beverly Hills Hotel. After working six, 100-hour weeks and applying over 25,000 gold leaves, he presented his masterpiece at the hotel’s 100 year anniversary last May! Pick up the current issue of The Montecito Journal to read more about his story, and visit his website  to see more of his stunning artwork! 

 Ana Rojas and The Comfy Commuter

The Comfy Commuter was recently ranked among the best travel pillows in the Wall Street Journal (and was founded by SET Graduate and past Thrive in Five member, Ana Rojas!) Be sure to read the full review here. 

 Publicize Your Business Achievements

We’re always on the lookout for a new Client of the Month, Success Story, Featured Artist or additions 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! Email news@wevonline.org 

 WEV Classifieds 

 Comedian Kimmie Dee at Velvet Jones

For one night only, see recent SET graduate, Kimmie Dee, perform her one-woman stand up show in SET LIST, which Serial Optimist Magazine says is, “One of the Ten Best Live Shows of 2012.” Click herefor more information!

Date: Friday, February 22nd

Location: Santa Barbara  

 Birds of Passage Travel 

Birds of Passage Travel is now booking reservations for its summer trip! 

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Irene Bailey, a 2012 SET graduate, launched  Birds of Passage Travel, dedicated to helping women become the best version of themselves through travel and adventure. Visit the website to learn more about the business and an upcoming trip to Guatemala in May 2013! 

 Contribute To the Classifieds

 

If you’ve got something for sale or rent – or a special deal to share with the WEV community – email news@wevonline.org

 

 Contact WEV 

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