Vendor Fair / Networking Event / Opportunities Day
Date : 4/22/09
Description : National Conversation on Climate Change (7:30 AM to 7:00 PM)
Location : Metro Headquarters Building
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Karen Simmons (213) 974-6432
ksimmons@planning.lacounty.gov
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning
Pre-registration is required for this FREE event.
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Date : 04/23/09
Description : Federal Government Contracting and Proposal Preparation (Time 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm)
Location : CHARO Community Development Corporation
4301 East Valley Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Mike Takata
(323) 881-3972
(323) 881-1871
mtakata@isd.lacounty.gov
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/PTAC
Course : Understand the key elements of the federal proposal and how to present each section. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required for this FREE workshop.
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Date : 04/23/09
Description : Government Contracting 101 - Guidelines for L.A. County and Federal Contracting (Time: 8:30am to 11:30am)
Location : CHARO Community Development Corporation
4301 East Valley Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Michael Takata
(323) 881-3972
(323) 881-1871
mtakata@isd.lacounty.gov
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/PTAC
Course : Learn how Los Angeles county departments/agencies and Federal level agencies purchase goods/services. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required for this FREE workshop.
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Date : 4/29/09
Description : Disaster Recovery Planning for Small Businesses - Prepare, Plan snd Prevail!, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location : Radisson Los Angeles West Side
6161 West Centinela Avenue
Culver City, CA 90230
Sponsor : County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health
Course : Every year emergencies take their toll on business and industry — in lives AND dollars. Planning before a disaster strikes is key to business survival. Register at the website for this FREE workshop
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Date : 4/29/09
Description : Los Angeles County Public Works Free Contracting Opportunity Workshop
(9:00 am - 11:00 am)
Location : The Grand - Long Beach Event Center
4101 East Willow Street
Long Beach, CA 9081
Email : Emma Ayala
626) 458-4093
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Department of Public Works
Course : Get the inside scoop on upcoming Public Works projects as well as an update on Federal Economic Stimulus Funding. Call Emma Ayala for more details about this FREE workshop at 626-458-4093.
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Date : 5/7/09
Description : How to Obtain a GSA Schedules Contract, 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Location : Long Beach Federal Building
501 W. Ocean Blvd.
Room 3470
Long Beach, CA 90802
Email : General Services Adminstration
(213) 894-3210
anthony.caruso@gsa.gov
Sponsor : General Services Administration (GSA)
Course : Learn more about contracting opportunities, the procurement process and resources available. Register at the website. Seating is limited.
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Date : 5/14/09
Description : Government Contracting 101 - An introduction to Los Angeles County & Federal Government contracting
8:30 am to 11:30 am)
Location : El Camino College SBDC
13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250 Contact :
Email : Mike Takata
(323) 881-3972
(323) 881-1871
mtakata@isd.lacounty.gov
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/PTAC
Course : Learn how Los Angeles county departments/agencies and Federal level agencies purchase goods/services. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required for this FREE workshop. Pre-registration is available at the website.
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Date : 5/14/09
Description : Federal Government Subcontracting Workshop (1:00pm - 4:00pm).
Location : El Camino College Small Business Development Center
13430 Hawthorne Boulevard
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Email : Mike Takata
(323) 881-3972
(323) 881-1871
mtakata@isd.lacounty.gov
Sponsor : Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/PTAC
Course : Learn the basics of federal government subcontracting as a prime or subcontractor. Pre-resigtration is required for this FREE workshop. Pre-registration is available at the website. **Prerequisite is Government Cont. 101
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Date : 5/21/09
Description : SBA - Small Business Administration 8(a) Online Federal Certification Application Workshop (9:00 am to 11:00 am)
Location : U.S. Small Business Administration
330 N. Brand Blvd.
12th Floor Conference Room
Glendale, CA 91203
Email : Armida Brother
(818) 552-3233
Sponsor : U.S. Small Business Administration-SCORE
Course : A page by page analysis of the 8(a) online certification application. You MUST call 818-552-3233 to register for this class. Seating is limited for this FREE workshop.
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Date : 7/16/09
Description : SBA - Small Business Administration 8(a) Online Federal Certification Application Workshop (9:00 am to 11:00 am)
Location : U.S. Small Business Administration
330 N. Brand Blvd.
12th Floor Conference Room
Glendale, CA 91203
Email : Armida Brother
(818) 552-3233
Sponsor : U.S. Small Business Administration
Course : A page by page analysis of the 8(a) online certification application. You MUST call to register for this class. Seating is limited for this FREE workshop.
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Date : 9/17/09
Description : SBA - Small Business Administration 8(a) Online Federal Certification Application Workshop (9:00 am to 11:00 am)
Location : U.S. Small Business Administration
330 N. Brand Blvd.
12th Floor Conference Room
Glendale, CA 91203
Email : Armida Brother
(818) 552-3233
Sponsor : U.S. Small Business Administratin
Course : A page by page analysis of the 8(a) online certification application. You MUST call 818-552-3233 to register for this class. Seating is limited for this FREE workshop.
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Date : 11/19/09
Description : SBA - U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) Onlline Federal Certificaiton Application Workshop (9:00 am to 11:00 am)
Location : U.S. Small Business Administration
330 North Brand Blvd.
12th Floor Conference Room
Glendale, CA 91203
Email : Armida Brother
(818) 552-3233
Sponsor : SBA Los Angeles District Office
Course : A page by page analysis of the 8(a) online certification application. You MUST call 818-552-3233 to register for this class. Seating is limited for this FREE workshop.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
FREE SAN BERNARDINO SMALL BUSINESS EXPO
SAN FRANCISCO, April 16, 2009 -- The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today announced it will co-sponsor a free San Bernardino Small Business Expo and Matchmaking Fair, with Commissioner John A. Bohn moderating a workshop on “Connecting Businesses with State and Utility Contracts”.
WHAT: San Bernardino Small Business Expo and Matchmaking Fair, co-sponsored by the CPUC and Sempra Energy Utilities (San Diego Gas and Electric and Southern California Gas). The event includes:
· Workshop on “Connecting Businesses with State and Utility Contracts”, moderated by Commissioner Bohn
· Matchmaking forum to learn of contracting opportunities firsthand
· One-on-one meetings with procurement specialist from major utilities, local government, and state agencies
· Vendor Fair
WHEN: Thursday, April 30, 2009, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SCHEDULE
7 a.m.-8 a.m.: Registration and Matchmaking Signups and Complimentary Continental Breakfast
8 a.m.-9 a.m.: Workshop with Q&A Opportunities
9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Matchmaking Session and Vendor Visits
WHERE: Hilton San Bernardino - Ballroom
285 East Hospitality Lane,San Bernardino
WHY: Learn how to obtain state and utility contracts and sell goods and services. Obtain valuable information on financial services, bonding/insurance, and pre-paid legal services.
“The CPUC participates in small business events throughout the state to help connect small businesses to utilities and government procurement specialists,” said Commissioner Bohn. “Through our Small Business Program we hope to educate businesses on the benefits of becoming certified as a small business, woman-owned, minority owned, and/or disabled veteran-owned business. We also provide networking opportunities to show small businesses how to get in the door with utility companies.”
California State Agencies are under Executive Order to conduct 25 percent of their procurement and contracts with small businesses and 3 percent with Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises. These small business programs complement the CPUC’s Supplier Diversity Program, which encourages participating utilities to increase procurement levels with women, minority, and disabled veteran-owned business enterprises.
PARTICIPANTS:
Expo Tables: Matchmaking Tables:
Small Business Administration (SBA)
CalTrans
Employment Development Department (EDD)
Cal State University San Bernardino
The Federal Technology Center
Veterans Business Outreach Center
CalTrans (California Department of Transportation)
PG&E
California Department of Veterans Affairs
Sempra Energy Utilities
Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) California Public Utilities Commission
Cal State University San Bernardino California Water Association
California Highway Patrol
Inland Empire Women Business Center
Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship
CalPERS
Pacific American Indian Development
San Bernardino International Airport
Department of Corrections
Department of Water Resources
San Bernardino Unified School District
San Bernardino City Economic Development Council
San Bernardino Valley Enterprise Zone
San Bernardino Employment & Training Agency
AT&T
Verizon
Southern California Edison
Sempra Energy Utilities (SDG&E, SoCalGas)
California Water Association
Asian, Inc. Supplier Clearinghouse
California Public Utilities Commission
Liatti & Associates Commercial Insurance
Pre-Paid Legal Services
Pre-registration is encouraged but not required, as walk-ins are welcome. Those participating in the matchmaking fair are encouraged to register in advance by e-mail at smallbiz@cpuc.ca.gov . Please include company name, contact information, and type of business.
For more information on the CPUC’s Small Business Program, please visit www.cpuc.ca.gov/smbus.
For more information on the CPUC, please visit www.cpuc.ca.gov.
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The County of San Bernardino Purchasing Department has just joined the
agenda for the San Bernardino Small Business Expo, and will be presenting
two workshops on ³How to Do Business with the County of San Bernardino² at
10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. No registration is required and each session will
last approximately 25 minutes.
When: Thursday, April 30, 2009
Where: San Bernardino Hilton
285 East Hospitality Lane
San Bernardino, CA 92408
The event is free to the public, including parking, and more information is
available at:
http://docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PUBLISHED/NEWS_RELEASE/99845.htm
WHAT: San Bernardino Small Business Expo and Matchmaking Fair, co-sponsored by the CPUC and Sempra Energy Utilities (San Diego Gas and Electric and Southern California Gas). The event includes:
· Workshop on “Connecting Businesses with State and Utility Contracts”, moderated by Commissioner Bohn
· Matchmaking forum to learn of contracting opportunities firsthand
· One-on-one meetings with procurement specialist from major utilities, local government, and state agencies
· Vendor Fair
WHEN: Thursday, April 30, 2009, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SCHEDULE
7 a.m.-8 a.m.: Registration and Matchmaking Signups and Complimentary Continental Breakfast
8 a.m.-9 a.m.: Workshop with Q&A Opportunities
9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Matchmaking Session and Vendor Visits
WHERE: Hilton San Bernardino - Ballroom
285 East Hospitality Lane,San Bernardino
WHY: Learn how to obtain state and utility contracts and sell goods and services. Obtain valuable information on financial services, bonding/insurance, and pre-paid legal services.
“The CPUC participates in small business events throughout the state to help connect small businesses to utilities and government procurement specialists,” said Commissioner Bohn. “Through our Small Business Program we hope to educate businesses on the benefits of becoming certified as a small business, woman-owned, minority owned, and/or disabled veteran-owned business. We also provide networking opportunities to show small businesses how to get in the door with utility companies.”
California State Agencies are under Executive Order to conduct 25 percent of their procurement and contracts with small businesses and 3 percent with Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises. These small business programs complement the CPUC’s Supplier Diversity Program, which encourages participating utilities to increase procurement levels with women, minority, and disabled veteran-owned business enterprises.
PARTICIPANTS:
Expo Tables: Matchmaking Tables:
Small Business Administration (SBA)
CalTrans
Employment Development Department (EDD)
Cal State University San Bernardino
The Federal Technology Center
Veterans Business Outreach Center
CalTrans (California Department of Transportation)
PG&E
California Department of Veterans Affairs
Sempra Energy Utilities
Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) California Public Utilities Commission
Cal State University San Bernardino California Water Association
California Highway Patrol
Inland Empire Women Business Center
Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship
CalPERS
Pacific American Indian Development
San Bernardino International Airport
Department of Corrections
Department of Water Resources
San Bernardino Unified School District
San Bernardino City Economic Development Council
San Bernardino Valley Enterprise Zone
San Bernardino Employment & Training Agency
AT&T
Verizon
Southern California Edison
Sempra Energy Utilities (SDG&E, SoCalGas)
California Water Association
Asian, Inc. Supplier Clearinghouse
California Public Utilities Commission
Liatti & Associates Commercial Insurance
Pre-Paid Legal Services
Pre-registration is encouraged but not required, as walk-ins are welcome. Those participating in the matchmaking fair are encouraged to register in advance by e-mail at smallbiz@cpuc.ca.gov . Please include company name, contact information, and type of business.
For more information on the CPUC’s Small Business Program, please visit www.cpuc.ca.gov/smbus.
For more information on the CPUC, please visit www.cpuc.ca.gov.
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The County of San Bernardino Purchasing Department has just joined the
agenda for the San Bernardino Small Business Expo, and will be presenting
two workshops on ³How to Do Business with the County of San Bernardino² at
10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. No registration is required and each session will
last approximately 25 minutes.
When: Thursday, April 30, 2009
Where: San Bernardino Hilton
285 East Hospitality Lane
San Bernardino, CA 92408
The event is free to the public, including parking, and more information is
available at:
http://docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PUBLISHED/NEWS_RELEASE/99845.htm
Monday, April 6, 2009
JOB FAIR OFFERED BY COUNTY, FEDERAL OFFICIALS
JOB FAIR OFFERED BY COUNTY, FEDERAL OFFICIALS
(posted from Inland Cities Black Chamber of Commerce)
San Bernardino County, City, and Federal Officials will hold a Job Fair Wednesday, April 8 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Where: at the Goldy Lewis Community Center in Rancho Cucamonga’s Central Park
Address: 11200 Baseline Road
About 35 public and private sector employers are expected to attend. The event will include Workshops and Seminars to assist job seekers in improving their job search skills.
Interested business and individuals can contact Rep. David Dreier’s office at 909-575-6226. The Congressman is the official sponsor of the event.
Remember to Bring:
• Resume: up dated and Correct Information
• Take a bag lunch and water • Right to Work Information
• Social Security Card
• Driver’s License
• Telephone Numbers • References: at least 3 with address/phone #
• Dress Appropriately
• Smile/Shake the Interviewers hand
If possible: Do Not Bring your children; if you need too have a reliable person to watch them in a different area. Remember you are seeking employment and need to be PROFESSIONAL at all times.
During interview: leave your Cell Phone Off.
Never get personal with the interviewer………keep it Professional at all times.
~~if you have vital information that gives opportunities for the community, please send the info to kimirhochelle@yahoo.com
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(posted from Inland Cities Black Chamber of Commerce)
San Bernardino County, City, and Federal Officials will hold a Job Fair Wednesday, April 8 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Where: at the Goldy Lewis Community Center in Rancho Cucamonga’s Central Park
Address: 11200 Baseline Road
About 35 public and private sector employers are expected to attend. The event will include Workshops and Seminars to assist job seekers in improving their job search skills.
Interested business and individuals can contact Rep. David Dreier’s office at 909-575-6226. The Congressman is the official sponsor of the event.
Remember to Bring:
• Resume: up dated and Correct Information
• Take a bag lunch and water • Right to Work Information
• Social Security Card
• Driver’s License
• Telephone Numbers • References: at least 3 with address/phone #
• Dress Appropriately
• Smile/Shake the Interviewers hand
If possible: Do Not Bring your children; if you need too have a reliable person to watch them in a different area. Remember you are seeking employment and need to be PROFESSIONAL at all times.
During interview: leave your Cell Phone Off.
Never get personal with the interviewer………keep it Professional at all times.
~~if you have vital information that gives opportunities for the community, please send the info to kimirhochelle@yahoo.com
make sure you subscribe
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