California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA)

In case you missed it, the next episode of “The Future is Now” was uploaded to our YouTube channel! "The Future is Now" is a video series highlighting the business experience and successes of California's youth entrepreneurs. Meet youth entrepreneurs, Madelyn, Olivia and Abigail Jimenez of the Jimenez Sisters Ranch. Learn what inspired the girls and how they utilized their goat’s milk to create a goat milk soap product line. ? With encouragement from their mom Michele and assistance from the California WBC Network, Coachella Valley Women's Business Center, Small Business Majority, Orange County/Inland Empire SBDC Network, Caravanserai, and our office, CalOSBA, they were able to develop their brand, Jimenez Sisters Ranch. ? These young entrepreneurs have quite a future ahead of them! Check out Episode 2 and subscribe while you’re there! ? WorldWise Productions Jermaine Carter-Gibson ? #TheFutureIsNow?#youthentrepreneurs

Join us for an insightful webinar series presented by CalOSBA, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the California Department of Insurance (CDI). This event is designed to educate and inform small business owners about the various resources available from these supportive government agencies. Register today: https://bit.ly/3AVJk87

Here is a sneak peek at Episode 2 of "The Future is Now" which is live on our YouTube channel! You're not going to want to miss it! Don't forget to subscribe for more!? ? https://lnkd.in/gMzD-ej3 Jermaine Carter-Gibson WorldWise Productions

Una interrupción puede afectar a toda una comunidad y a su negocio. ?Acompá?enos a nuestro seminario web el 28 de agosto! Y aprenda cómo puede prepararse para superar cualquier desastre y mantener su negocio próspero. ?Juntos lo lograremos! ?Regístrese ahora! Bit.ly/OD-Espanol #OutsmartDisaster #ResiliencyRoadmap #DisasterPreparedness

August is National Black-Owned Business Month and CalOSBA is celebrating! From aspiring entrepreneurs to established and successful black-owned small businesses, thank you for creating a thriving economy and enriching the lives of your local community members, families and friends. We can all show our support by shopping with black-owned small businesses in California. Tag your favorites below!

Did you know that extreme heat is a silent killer? It doesn't make headlines as much as earthquakes, wildfires, or floods, but it's just as deadly - in fact, it’s responsible for more deaths each year than any other weather hazard. So, this summer, be mindful and be #HeatReadyCA. Learn more about the dangers and how to make a plan at HeatReadyCA.com.

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Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are some of the most serious health risks during the hot summer months, but heat illness can look similar to other illnesses.????? Be #HeatReadyCA and recognize the warning signs, such as headaches, cramps, and rapid heartbeat, and take action to cool down immediately. Learn more at HeatReadyCA.com.

Inland Prosperity Week is just around the corner. Join us and Inland Empire Women's Business Center for an amazing chance to connect with guest speakers, business partners and elevate your business through unparalleled networking and learning opportunities! Secure your seat today! Register for the 2024 Inland Prosperity Conference in Riverside here: https://bit.ly/3WBU9Dv

Deadline approaching! Attention private nonprofit organizations of any size in the Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Riverside, and Siskiyou counties impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary occurred Aug.19-21, 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster loans are available. Deadline is August 20, 2024. Additional information at SBA.gov/disaster. Full Press Release Here: https://bit.ly/4dfEOPQ ?Se acerca la fecha límite! Atención organizaciones privadas sin fines de lucro de cualquier tama?o en los condados de Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Riverside y Siskiyou afectados por la tormenta tropical Hilary ocurrida del 19 al 21 de agosto de 2023. Préstamos de desastre por da?os económicos de la SBA están disponibles. La fecha límite es 20-ago-2024. Información adicional en SBA.gov/disaster/es Comunicado de prensa completo aquí: https://bit.ly/4dfEOPQ #OutsmartDisaster #SBADisasterLoan U.S. Small Business Administration