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Carrington College Open House
If you’ve ever considered a career in healthcare, now’s the perfect time to take the first step. Carrington College is hosting a nationwide Open House on Thursday, August 14th from 10 AM to 7 PM, across 25 locations in 7 states—all in one exciting day!
Whether you’re interested in medical, dental, or pharmacy programs, this event offers the chance to tour the campus, meet instructors, and discover how Carrington can help you achieve your goals. Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot and start your journey into a meaningful healthcare career.
Visit CARRINGTON.EDU for more details—programs vary by location.
Read MoreSBDC LEVEL UP & Grow your Business- Aug 27 – Oct 1
The six-week Level Up training program
will put you on the path towards growth
as you evaluate and develop your metrics,
benchmarks, financials, teams, triggers,
and strategies to reach the next level of
growth. Learn how to de-risk expansion
and get involved in proactive growth.
SBDC MADE Program – July 17 – August 21
Riverside County MADE is aimed at assisting
Riverside County start-up product-based
businesses with entering the marketplace to
validate their concepts. Participants will
discover the core concepts to create a
successful business. Over six weeks, you will
learn about planning, marketing, financing, and
how to make your business dreams a reality.
At the completion of the program, eligible
participants may apply for a County of Riverside
Thrive grant of $2,500. Funds are limited and
will be awarded on a first come first serve basis.
SBDC START- July 17 – August 21
Interested in starting your own business?
SBDC Start is a startup series designed to
teach you how! In just six weeks, you’ll gain
the necessary information and skills needed
to start your very own business!
At the completion of the program, eligible
participants can apply for a County of
Riverside Thrive grant of $2,500. Limited
grants available. First come, first served basis.
FINDING PROFIT – August 6 – 27
Ready to make your business more profitable? This 4-part online course helps small business owners understand their financial health and take actionable steps to improve profitability. Join us weekly to learn how to make smarter money decisions and grow sustainably.
Read MoreMAIN STREET DIGITAL – July 1 – August 5
This 6-part workshop series
provides step-by-step guidance
to improve your digital marketing
strategy. At the completion of the program, eligible
participants may apply for a County of
Riverside Thrive grant of $1500. Limited
grants available. First come, first served basis.
Palm Desert Hosts Inspiring Celebration for National Cancer Survivors Day
Palm Desert, CA – June 1, 2025 – In honor of the 38th Annual National Cancer Survivors
Day, Carolyn Gross and Lorie Loftis will host an uplifting event on Sunday, June 1, 2025,
from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Shadow Mountain Golf Club.
SBDC Upcoming Training Program
The Survive and Thrive
framework takes the essential business concepts of strategy & planning, finances,
operations, sales & marketing and guides you through specific questions around each
concept.
You’re invited to the UCPIE 40th Brrr-thday Bash August 5 at the Iceplex
I’m excited to share that United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire (UCPIE) is celebrating 40 incredible years of service in our community—and we’re throwing a Brrr-thday Bash to remember! 🎉
We’ll be hosting a free, family-friendly event on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Berger Foundation Iceplex, the official training facility of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
Read MoreCalifornia Bank & Trust SBA Webinar
CA Bank & Trust will be hosting a webinar on May 7th for small business owners. This coincides during small business week.
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