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Exciting FREE training opportunities coming up! 
Wanting to learn more about marketing? How about financial management? Then we've got a workshop for you!
See below for more information!
Deadline June 26th for Disaster Loans

If your business suffered economic injury caused by the Helena Fire in Trinity County that occurred August 30th through October 1st 2017, you have until June 26, 2018 to apply for a SBA federal disaster loan.
California small businesses and non-profit organizations who were affected by the disaster may apply for up to $2 million to assist with working capital needs. To find out more information, the terms, and application process please see the following News Release.

For more information contact the SBA Customer Service at (800) 659-2955 [email protected]

*Read the following News Release for more information.
Disaster Field Operations Center West
 
Release Date: May 25, 2018   Release Number:  CA 15326-03
Contact: Richard A. Jenkins, (916) 735-1500, [email protected]
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One Month Left to Apply for SBA Disaster Loans
 
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Disaster Field Operations Center-West today reminded California small businesses of the June 26, 2018, deadline to apply for an SBA federal disaster loan for economic injury caused by the Helena Fire in Trinity County that occurred Aug. 30 - Oct. 1, 2017.
 
According to Garfield, small nonfarm businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations of any size may apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. "Economic Injury Disaster Loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster's impact. Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the applicant suffered any property damage," Garfield said.
 
These low-interest federal disaster loans are available in Humboldt, Mendocino, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama and Trinity counties.
 
Interest rates can be as low as 3.305 percent for businesses and 2.5 percent for private nonprofit organizations with terms up to 30 years. Loan amounts and terms are set by SBA and are based on each applicant's financial condition.
 
Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Applicants may also call SBA's Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.
 
 
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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start and grow their businesses. It delivers services to people through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

Job Opportunity
Want to join our team? 
 
We are now accepting applications for a certified  QuickBooks specialist to add to our team as a part-time Small Business Consultant. 
  
Please send your resume to [email protected]
 
For a full job description please visit this  link.
Free upcoming workshops in Redding, CA
How to Start your Business

A brief introduction to entrepreneurship and the creation and development of new business ventures. Includes a high level overview of the critical success factors for entrepreneurs, including business structures, the development of the business plan, and permits and licensing procedures.

 Instructor: Joe Rodola, SBDC Consultant

Date: 6-20-18
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
  Cost:  Free



Building a Marketing Strategy Within Your Reach

There is a sea of marketing ideas swirling around businesses and it can often be very confusing as to which ones are best for you to invest your marketing resources and have the most impact.
 
Workshop will cover:
  • Power of an effective marketing strategy
  • Identifying your primary customers and understanding their needs
  • Taking inventory of your marketing tactics and why they are or are not working for your business
  • 15 absolute, must-have marketing programs to compete in today's competitive market place
 
Instructor: Lani Lott, SBDC consultant.
For the last two decades Ms. Lani Lott has been assisting business owners with narrowing in and drafting a marketing strategy tailored to reach their PRIMARY customer base thus creating sales and driving profit.


Date: 6-26-18
Time: 5:30 pm-7:00 pm
Location: Frozen Gourmet Building 
Cost: Free



Financial Management Workshop

This workshop will better equip you in how to manage your business financials. 
Topics include:
  • Interpreting financial statements to better manage and understand your operations, cash flow, and profitability.
  • Identifying your cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business.
  • Learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers and improve performance.
  • How to think critically when looking at pricing and costs.
  • Developing forecasts and budget techniques to improve profits. 
Instructor: Joe Rodola, SBDC consultant

Date: 7-26-18
Time: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
Location: Frozen Gourmet Building 
Cost: Free


More classes coming soon. To stay up to date, go to our events page here.
  In addition to the workshops above we also provide FREE one-on-one consultation to assist local entrepreneurs in growing their business. This service is for current business owners as well as those who are looking to start a business. If you are interested in getting assistance with your business, give us a call at  (530) 222-8323 or visit our website at 

  
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation.
 
  Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Emily Christensen at 530.222.8323 or [email protected]