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National Entrepreneurship Month
November is National Entrepreneurship Month. To commemorate this occasion, we would like to convey our deep appreciation for all of our local entrepreneurs. This includes those visionary individuals dedicated to developing innovative products and services that can help address global and industrywide problems, but it also includes those that contribute specifically to the uniqueness that makes the City of Montclair the special place it is.
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National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week is November 13-19th! During this nationwide celebration employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship. Apprenticeships are instrumental in re-building our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, building a pipeline to good quality jobs, and supporting underserved communities. Learn more about National Apprenticeship Week here.
The California Department of Industrial Relations also provides information for those interested in learning about apprenticeship opportunities. See more here
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Calling all Montclair Businesses! | |
Looking for ways to promote your business? Montclair's Economic Development Team wants to hear from you!
Be featured in an upcoming edition of our Montclair Economic Development E-Newsletter and on our social media platforms. It is your opportunity to share more about your business story, achievements, and new products and services.
To get on our business spotlight interest list, contact us at: econdev@cityofmontclair.org
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Montclair Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast: November 9 | |
Network with local entrepreneurs, business professionals, and community stakeholders from various industries representing the Montclair community.
- Showcase your business
- Meet new prospects
- Build relationships
- Connect with the community & City representatives
To receive information about the next Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast, contact the Montclair Chamber of Commerce at (909) 985-5104 or through email at
info@montclairchamber.com.
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California Employment Development Department Training Portal
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has a webpage with resources specifically for employers. See resources focused on hiring and training, work sharing, and more.
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A new law recently signed by Governor Newsom will prohibit the use of potable (drinkable) water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on commercial, industrial, and institutional properties starting in January 2027. Nonfunctional turf refers to grass that serves no practical or recreational purpose beyond aesthetics.
Business leaders who adopt sustainable landscaping practices are showcasing their commitment to a greener, more eco-conscious future. In three short years, businesses and schools with nonfunctional turf will be required to ditch their thirsty grass and replace it with sustainable landscaping. Monte Vista Water District (MVWD) recognizes that landscape transformation projects take planning, money, and time to complete. MVWD can provide resources and incentives to ease the burden for your business to transform its landscape.
MVWD offers a Turf Removal Rebate starting at $2 per square foot to help offset the costs of converting nonfunctional turf into more sustainable and water-efficient landscapes (up to 50,000 square feet). The Waterwise Community Center in Montclair provides free design resources to empower businesses to tackle landscape transformation projects, ensuring that the result is both aesthetically pleasing and water-efficient.
Are you ready to move toward sustainable landscaping? Contact MVWD at (909) 267-2130 or to explore available programs and resources that can assist you in making the transition. Together, we can shift from water-guzzling to sustainable landscapes, conserve our water resources, and contribute to a more environmentally responsible future.
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Monthly Webinar Series: Financial Fitness
As a business owner, having a good handle on your accounting and finance can be critical to expanding your business. Join us for this four-part webinar series to optimize your business for financial success and more!
Session Overview:
- Building Customer Trust with Great Branding
- Using AI to Boost Your Brand
- Using Mock-Ups To Sell Your Product Idea
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📅 November 7 - 28
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Monthly Webinar Series: Boss Moms
The purpose of this program is to help you explore options for starting and owning your own woman-owned business. During the program, you will accelerate your path toward launching your business as you will learn about identifying if entrepreneurship is a good fit for you, understanding what it takes to start your business and more.
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📅 November 7-December 5
⏰ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Accelerating Business Growth: Data-Driven Strategies
Join us for our “Accelerating Business Growth: Data-Driven Strategies” webinar, a condensed yet impactful experience designed to empower existing businesses seeking to optimize growth and elevate success. This program provides essential guidance, support, and accountability to achieve your business goals effectively. From mastering KPIs and setting strategic goals to collaborative problem-solving, this program equips you with tools and strategies to drive improvement across industries.
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📅 November 8
⏰ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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How to Start a Business Without Access to Capital
Don't let the lack of capital stop your entrepreneurial dreams. Join us and discover cost-effective strategies and innovative approaches that allow you to turn your vision into reality.
In this webinar, SCORE Mentor and Executive Consultant Cynthia Rhodes will guide you through the essential steps of starting a business without relying on external funding. You'll also learn how to craft a business strategy that positions your venture for long-term profitability. Finally, we'll teach you how to access capital once your business has gained traction.
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📅 November 9
⏰ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Restaurant Startup — Recipe for Launching Your Own Restaurant
Are you passionate about food and want to start your own restaurant? Join us for this one-stop-shop workshop to learn everything you need to know about starting your own restaurant. Our restaurant expert will guide you through the basics of starting a restaurant and accessing capital. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to turn your dream into a reality!
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📅 November 14
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Branding Your Way to Success
In today’s online world, your business’s branding plays a crucial role in whether your customers remain loyal to you. Build trust with current and potential customers through logos, fonts, colors, and other branding materials! In this webinar, you will discover where to start in your branding process and how to reframe how you look at it. You’ll also get exposure to tools, case studies, and an overview of the good practices of successful brands.
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📅 November 15
⏰ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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SBDC Small Business Clinic
The CSUF SBDC is excited to announce the SBDC Small Business Clinic, a program offered in collaboration with the Irvine Company. The goal of the clinic is to bring into the community business assistance and support to the small business owners. During the program, business owners will get the opportunity to meet with an SBDC consultant at no cost for a 30-minute one-on-one session/meeting to answer their immediate needs pertaining to marketing, digital marketing, operations, access to capital, hiring, or financial assessment. All participants will also be aligned with a primary consultant for follow-up assistance to receive no-cost continuous support in an effort to help them grow and expand their business.
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📅 November 16
⏰ 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Business Plan Basics
A well-written business plan can help focus your planning efforts and give potential lenders or investors a positive picture of your goals. Spend time with an experienced trainer to learn the steps needed to make the writing process less tedious and gain insights on where to gather the information you need to write a winning plan.
Key Topics:
- Components of a business plan
- Feasibility
- Conducting research
- Resources from SBDC
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📅 November 28
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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SBA Online Learning Center
U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) online learning programs are designed to empower and educate small business owners.
Whether you're looking to start a small business or expand your current one, SBA's digital learning platform has everything you need to educate yourself on entrepreneurial best practices and available financing options.
SBA Learning Platform Courses:
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Plan: Research, plan, and document your ideas.
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Launch: Turn your business plan into a reality.
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Manage: Master day-to-day operations to run your business.
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Market: Understand your competition and strategies to win customers.
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Grow: Expand by finding new funding, customers, and locations.
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In cooperation with area brokers, Montclair's Economic Development Team can assist businesses interested in locating commercial, industrial, office, and vacant sites with online custom site searches within the City. Additionally, the City provides monthly reports, generated by CoStar Group, containing contact information for properties currently available for lease and purchase.
Customized property reports are available to businesses interested in relocating or expanding within the City.
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CITY OF MONTCLAIR DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Our team is ready to assist with your business needs.
(909) 625-9408 | econdev@cityofmontclair.org
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