Santa Cruz County Small Business Development Center

Register for these upcoming webinars! There is a lot in store for July. Join us in learning the tools and resources you need to start a business, use Canvas and the beginnings of YouTube. Register at santacruzsbdc.org

The last year and a half has been brutal on sales for most of you, and now you're looking at expediting making more money to pay back rent, pay off loans and to pay qualified employees as well as just live. In this episode, SBDC Advisor, Bryce Root, provides turnkey tools + resources that will expedite getting that register ringing so you can be in a much more secure place. Watch Now: BryceRoot.com/Vlogs

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced its 6th Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC) with the addition of a new component aimed at spurring investment in underrepresented communities within the innovation economy at scale. Two tracks will run totaling over $5 million in cash prizes. Learn More Here: https://www.sbir.gov/accelerators

UPDATE! Selections for the CA Relief Grant Program will be continued through June 18th. In the meantime, continue logging into your account and make sure your application has been fully completed and all requested documents have been uploaded. For more information, visit www.CARelief/Grant.com

In this "ARE YOU READY?" Episode of Small Business-by-the-Bay, SBDC Advisor, Bryce Root, tackles all the crazy updates for 6/15, Prime Day prep, Vax pin popularity, How to Predict Q3, Understanding the Insta Algo PLUS How Hiring Issues Impact Your Online Presence. Watch Now: BryceRoot.com/Vlogs

The SBDC is proud to announce a new local fund to aid in rebuilding the Santa Cruz business community as we reopen and get back to normal. This fund will provide low interest rate loans of up to $500,000. To learn more please contact the Kyle Roseman with the Small Business Development Center: [email protected] or by Phone: 831-479-6136.

Have an ABC license? The Eighth Notice of Regulatory Relief was just released. You'll need to know what will be allowed until the end of the year, what will be rescinded on June 15th, and the limitations on relief. Read more here: https://www.abc.ca.gov/eighth-notice-of-regulatory-relief/

Catch these two webinars that are happening the rest of this month! You'll learn how to use a crucial planning tool for your business and how to optimize LinkedIn & make your profile stand out. Register here: santacruzsbdc.org

One small startup in Portland, Oregon, is helping place former gang members and others involved in gun violence into well-paying green energy jobs. Learn more about the business here: https://www.npr.org//startup-helps-those-affected-by-gangs

Attend this webinar with SVEDA Wednesday, June 2, where we'll help answer questions to assist your business recovery needs and keep commercial real estate vibrant in the Bay Area. We'll hear from a distinguished land use attorney and work through an example of how to calculate a back rent payback with a financial analyst. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZEtdO6sqT8jHtJXBjp9YIRhesrUOWgO_

We are already approaching the halfway mark of 2021 already! These are the webinars we have this upcoming June. We are looking forward to seeing you at these trainings! Register at santacruzsbdc.org

Leasing opportunities are still available! The Capitola Mall Specialty Leasing Program is still offering small businesses a full range of channels to reach and engage with local consumers. Whether your objective is to begin a new business, build your current business or boost an established brand, Capitola Mall has the space and support to help you succeed. Learn more and apply https://www.shopcapitolamall.com/leasing

The deadline for qualifying food or beverage establishments to submit applications for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund is TODAY by 5:00 p.m. PST. Apply now! sba.gov/restaurants