Valley Community Small Business Development Center - SBDC

Valley Community Small Business Development Center - SBDC No Cost Confidential Business Consulting. Helping your business survive and thrive!

Improving Credit and Managing DebtIn this interactive workshop for small business owners, you’ll learn how to strengthen...
05/28/2026

Improving Credit and Managing Debt

In this interactive workshop for small business owners, you’ll learn how to strengthen business and personal credit and manage debt—including building positive credit history, reducing credit utilization, and addressing past-due obligations.

Thursday, June 11, 2026
12:00PM–1:00PM

📍 290 W Fir Avenue Building B
Clovis, CA 93611

Register at bit.ly/chase-debt or by scanning the QR code above!

Join us at the 2026 BBB Industrious Women’s Summit — an inspiring day of networking, leadership, and empowerment for wom...
05/26/2026

Join us at the 2026 BBB Industrious Women’s Summit — an inspiring day of networking, leadership, and empowerment for women in business! 💼✨

Enjoy a catered breakfast and lunch, connect with fellow professionals, and hear from powerhouse speakers sharing valuable insights and resources throughout the day.

VCSBDC guests can register using VIP promo code: LEVELUP

🎟️ Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-bbb-industrious-womens-summit-iws-fresno-tickets-1985750855263?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and grow!

Valley Community SBDC will be closed on May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We'll open again on Tuesday, May 26th!
05/24/2026

Valley Community SBDC will be closed on May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We'll open again on Tuesday, May 26th!

Our 2025–2026 Organizational Overview is here!Take a look at the stories, impact, and initiatives shaping the future of ...
05/23/2026

Our 2025–2026 Organizational Overview is here!

Take a look at the stories, impact, and initiatives shaping the future of small business support across the Central Valley through Valley Community Small Business Development Center.

From business advising and funding support to new programs and client success stories, this overview reflects the work being done to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and thrive.

Thank you to our clients, partners, advisors, and community supporters for being part of the journey.

View it now at valleycommunitysbdc.com/slide/four-counties-one-mission/

Global Ag Tech and Manufacturing AI SummitInnovation, Growth and Global OpportunitiesMay 21, 2026 | 8:15 am - 12:00 pm U...
05/21/2026

Global Ag Tech and Manufacturing AI Summit
Innovation, Growth and Global Opportunities

May 21, 2026 | 8:15 am - 12:00 pm
University Business Center @ Fresno State University
5245 N. Backer, Fresno, CA

The Central Valley generates over $50 billion in agricultural output each year, making it one of the most important manufacturing-supported regions in the world—now at the forefront of innovation, where AI-driven technologies are transforming how agriculture is produced, managed, and traded.

Join entrepreneurs, innovators, Ag Tech specialists, investors, banks, and government leaders to explore how AI is boosting productivity, driving breakthroughs in manufacturing and agriculture, and opening new trade opportunities.

- Why Attend?
Discover how AI is transforming agriculture, agribusiness and manufacturing
Explore export and global trade opportunities for AI-driven solutions
Learn from experts on financing, scaling, and investing in AI innovation
Network with entrepreneurs, investors, corporate, and government partners
Breakfast included

- Speakers:
Karen Ross, Secretary at California Department of Food and Agriculture (invited)
Dr. Rolston St. Hilaire, Dean at Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences & Technology at Fresno State University
Eric Hadden, Executive Director at Water, Energy and Technology Center at Fresno State
Kathryn Van Weerdhuizen, Sales & Marketing Director at Oxbo
Ryan Dinubilo, Director of Innovation - F3 Innovate

Register early as seating is limited at https://lnkd.in/gi7yZYJR

This program is jointly organized by the U.S. Commercial Service and ONOR Foundation.

For more information: [email protected] and CS Fresno Office [email protected]

Build the winning hand for your business futureJoin us to connect with local experts, discover valuable tools, and make ...
05/20/2026

Build the winning hand for your business future

Join us to connect with local experts, discover valuable tools, and make your next move with confidence.

CONNECT WITH BUSINESS RESOURCES:
U.S. Small Business Administration
Valley Community SBDC
SCORE Central Valley
CDC Small Business Finance
Central California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Clovis Culinary Center
Fresno Chamber of Commerce
Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce
WET Center - CSU Fresno

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
4:00PM–7:00PM

📍 Holland Park West
3855 N Bryan Ave, Fresno, CA 93723

Register at tinyurl.com/TheWinningHand or by scanning the QR code above!

Build your Business Online with the DIY Website Lab!Join TBIZ and the Tulare Chamber for a hands-on, 3-part workshop ser...
05/12/2026

Build your Business Online with the DIY Website Lab!

Join TBIZ and the Tulare Chamber for a hands-on, 3-part workshop series designed to help you professionally create your own website and grow your business online — no coding required.

📅 Wednesdays at 5:30 PM
📍 In-Person & on Zoom
🗓 May 27, June 3, & June 10, 2026

Workshop Topics:
• Domain, Hosting & Email
• Website Design
• Website Marketing & Visibility

Learn from local expert and gain practical tools to launch and promote your business online.

👉 Register today using the QR code on the flyer or sign up online at events.tularebiz.com/diywebsitelab-26!

Cómo usar Canva para promocionar tu negocioMay 21, 2026 | 3PM–5PMEl objetivo de este taller es que los participantes apr...
05/08/2026

Cómo usar Canva para promocionar tu negocio

May 21, 2026 | 3PM–5PM

El objetivo de este taller es que los participantes aprendan a utilizar Canva como una herramienta práctica para crear contenido visual atractivo y profesional que les permita promocionar su negocio de manera efectiva.

E-Commerce 2.0: Growing Your Online BusinessRegister today for our E-Commerce 2.0 workshop on Thursday, May 7th, 2026. T...
05/07/2026

E-Commerce 2.0: Growing Your Online Business

Register today for our E-Commerce 2.0 workshop on Thursday, May 7th, 2026. This class will be a hour-long, Hybrid event with our instructor Michael Faeth, the owner of MGF Designer and a business training consultant with Valley Community Small Business Development Center. Michael will share his expertise regarding on-line selling and distribution.

Stop guessing and start growing!

Thursday, May 7, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
425 E Kern Ave, Tulare

Register by scanning the QR code above, or by going to events.tularebiz.com/e-commerce-2

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

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