Valley Community Small Business Development Center - SBDC

Name: Valley Community Small Business Development Center - SBDC
Address: 390B West Fir Avenue, Suite 300, Clovis, CA, 93611, US
Telephone: +15593246403

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No Cost Confidential Business Consulting. Helping your business survive and thrive!

10/28/2026

Enjoy our free virtual trainings!

Here at Valley Community SBDC, we have a library of on-demand webinars covering a wide variety of subjects. This includes:

Plan With Purpose - Join JC Palermo, business owner and consultant, for a practical session on how to create a yearly roadmap that aligns your goals, resources, and results.

Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing - This 60-minute webinar introduces the 8 fundamental continuous improvement tools that separate world-class manufacturers from the competition.

Business Boost with Government Funding - Ready to take your business to the next level? Learn how to access government contracts, funding resources, and expert support – for FREE!

And many more! All of our webinars are completely free, so look at our library and start expanding your business knowledge today at valleycommunitysbdc.com/webinars

10/22/2026

Is your business ready for 2027? Get ahead of the new year with the 2027 Business Readiness Workshop on November 16!

Learn about upcoming California employment law changes, new compliance requirements, and practical ways to protect your business. You'll also gain strategies for clarifying priorities, improving accountability, and turning your goals into action.

📅 Date: November 16, 2026
🕦 Time: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, with networking afterward
📍 Location: Clovis Community College – Herndon Campus, Room 308

Hear from Kevin Cleveland of O’Hagan Meyer and Dr. Brian Gladden of the Strategy & Innovation Institute.

Registration deadline: November 6! Make time to prepare your business for the year ahead.

Register by going to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2027-business-readiness-workshop-tickets-2002566088077

10/18/2026

AI Meets Social Media

Smarter marketing. More sales in less time.

Learn how to use AI to generate sales-focused captions, promotional content, hashtags, and marketing claendars that help attract customers and increase conversions.

Where: Foodlink for Tulare County
611 2nd St, Exeter, CA 93221

When: Wednesday, November 4th
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Refreshments will be provided!

Sign up now by going to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTL-OklxLlwx9hN5vkcTu91c-ICZn0SOpRRv19ld_sbU-w-w/viewform or scanning the QR code!

10/15/2026

Start Your Own Licensed In-Home Daycare! 🏡👶

Looking for an opportunity to turn your passion for caring for children into a rewarding business?

The 12-Week Childcare Training Program provides the tools and support needed to launch a licensed in-home daycare, including:

✨ No-cost online classes
✨ One-on-one coaching and business support
✨ Business planning assistance
✨ Startup business scholarships available

Whether you're starting a new career, building financial independence, or creating a positive impact in your community, this program can help you take the next step.

📞 For more information or to enroll, call (559) 662-4537 today.

10/07/2026

📬 Stay in the know with the Valley Community SBDC!

Join the mailing list to receive updates on upcoming events, new webinars, helpful resources, and more. Get the latest information to help start, grow, and strengthen your small business.

📧 Sign up today at https://bit.ly/vcsbdc-newsletter and stay connected!

10/01/2026

Veteran entrepreneurs — ready to start up, scale up, or succeed?

Join the VET BIZ Rally Point Summit on November 5 for an evening of panels featuring SBA Resource Partners and information on resources that can help veteran-owned businesses grow.

Topics include:
• Counseling, training & technical assistance
• Business funding and loans
• Government contracting
• Resources for starting and growing a business

📅 November 5, 2026 | 4–7 PM
📍 Clovis Veterans Memorial District
808 Fourth Street, Clovis, CA 93612

Whether you're planning your first business or looking to grow an existing one, come connect with resources that can help.

👉 Register here: qrco.de/bfQyI2

09/28/2026

What happens to your business when you're ready to move on?

If succession planning isn't on your radar yet, now is a good time to start exploring your options.

Join Fresno State and Central Valley business leaders for the Employee Ownership & Succession Summit on September 30. The event will take a practical look at succession planning and how employee ownership, including ESOPs, can help preserve a company's legacy, reward employees, and keep jobs and ownership in the Central Valley.

📅 September 30, 2026
⏰ 8:45–11:45 a.m.
📍 University Business Center, Fresno State

FREE event — advance registration required.

Register: bit.ly/esop-summit2026

09/25/2026

Ready to spend some time working on your business, not just in it?

The BBB Breakthrough Accelerator is an 8-week program for small business owners looking to strengthen their business, increase revenue, and build a solid foundation for long-term growth.

You’ll get practical training, one-on-one mentorship, and the chance to connect with other entrepreneurs while working through areas like marketing, finances, sales, operations, and leadership.

The program is valued at over $5,000, but the cost to participate is just $99 for the program and materials.

📅 October 7 – December 2, 2026
🕠 Wednesdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
👥 Only 25 spots available
📌 Applications close September 25

If you're ready to take your business to the next level, apply at ignitesparkedbybbb.org.

09/22/2026

🚨 Protect your business and build a compliant team! Join the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation and New Business Community Law Clinic (NBCLC) for two vital workshops on Friday, September 25, 2026! 🏛️💼

SESIÓN EN ESPAÑOL (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Cómo proteger tus bienes en caso de una emergencia legal
Aprende a crear planes de sucesión, limitar responsabilidades y proteger tus activos con herramientas legales preventivas.

ENGLISH SESSION (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Hiring Overview: For Employees, Contractors, and Unpaid Workers
Understand the legal differences between employees, contractors, and volunteers to keep your operations compliant and protect your workforce.

📍 Location: 1444 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721

🎟️ RSVP & Registration: Scan the QR codes in the flyers or visit fresnoahf.org/events

📞 Questions? Call at (559) 222-8705

09/17/2026

Address

390B West Fir Avenue, Suite 300
Clovis, CA
93611

Telephone

+15593246403

Website

http://www.ValleyCommunitySBDC.com/

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