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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Contact: Michael Simkins, CEOmichael@spokesfornonprofits.org805-547-2244   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESpokes Announces New Class: Effectively Communicating Your Nonprofit’s Mission and Purpose Training to Equip Attendees with Effective Messaging Techniques to Maximize Community Impact  SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (April 16, 2024) — Spokes, an organization providing resources to support and empower ...read more
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Monday, April 15, 2024
As an entrepreneur, it's essential to find ways to connect with your customers and keep them coming back. One of the most important aspects you can focus on is your website, which needs to remain current to evolve with trends. No matter what your goals are for the coming months, you should consider the below tips when it comes to making sure your website is optimized.   Keep Things ...read more
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024
The importance of adept legal navigation cannot be overstated in small business operations. Finding affordable and customized legal advice for a small enterprise's unique needs poses a significant challenge. This article takes a look at practical strategies that small businesses can employ to secure proficient legal counsel without overextending their financial resources.Tailored Legal ...read more
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Tuesday, April 02, 2024
  San Luis Obispo, CA, April 2nd, 2024 - SLO Partners, a program of the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education and leader in career upskilling and apprenticeship programs in California, today announced the launch of four new bootcamps this spring and summer. These programs, tailored to meet the growing demands of the Central Coast job market, aim to equip participants with specialized ...read more
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Tuesday, April 02, 2024
THIRD ANNUAL SAFETYFEST COMMUNITY EMERGENCY AND SAFETY EVENTSATURDAY, JUNE 1st 10:00-3:00 The Downtown City Park Features Emergency, Disaster and Safety Preparedness Training Exercises, Hands-on learning Activities from City, County, State, Federal First Responders, Law Enforcement, and Private Safety Experts. Saturday June 1st, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PASOSafe™, The City of Paso Robles Fire and ...read more
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Monday, March 25, 2024
WARBIRDS WINGS & WHEELS 15 AND NATIONALMOTOR FEST  Paso Robles, CA – March 25, 2024.The 15th annual Warbirds, Wings & Wheels will be back again, on May 11, 2024!  And we’re excited because this year will be the first-time collaboration between Estrella Warbirds Museum and Stier Events LLC, and will include National Motor Fest! Two legendary events come together for a bigger, better event full of ...read more
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Friday, March 22, 2024
    "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do." — Steve Jobs We at CultureStoke are big believers in our workplaces being a positive force in the lives of our people. One of our founders, Wes Love, has recently finished the rough draft of his book: "Culture Catalyst -The ...read more
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Friday, March 22, 2024
Contact: Michael Simkins, CEOmichael@spokesfornonprofits.org805-547-2244   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESpokes Supports Collaboration Among San Luis Obispo County Nonprofits with Free Fostering Common Purpose Roundtables Shanbrom Family Foundation Helps Fund Facilitated  Roundtables Designed to Unite Local Nonprofit Community   SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (March 28, 2024) — Spokes, an ...read more
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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
From SAT Changes to Financial Aid Updates: SLO County's College Night Addresses Shifting Trends   San Luis Obispo, CA — The San Luis Obispo County Office of Education (SLOCOE), in collaboration with Cuesta College, and the Community Foundation of SLO County, today announced the relaunch of SLO County's College Night, a pivotal event for local high school students, unlocking valuable ...read more
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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons:   Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, ...read more
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Small business owners understand that it can be difficult to get the attention of busy consumers. With so many businesses competing for attention, how can you make sure that your business stands out and that consumers will remember you? The answer is simple: by turning them into loyal customers.   Beambox notes that loyal customers are essential for any business, but especially for small ...read more
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
SLO Partners, a leading provider of career upskilling and apprenticeship programs in California, today announced the successful graduation of 22 students from its 2023 Modern Manufacturing Bootcamp. These graduates now have the skills to secure careers in the region. Some have already secured employment with companies including Rantec, Edge Autonomy, Trelleborg, and Mantis ...read more
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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Local Businesses Can Tap into New Talent Pipeline to Meet Staffing Needs   SLO Partners, a leading provider of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced the completion of its county-wide customer service training programs. The workshops were created to bolster the local workforce and meet the growing demand for customer service professionals. Attended by 52 participants, the ...read more
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Sunday, August 27, 2023
Paper’s out, people.   Award-winning comedian, writer, and producer Hasan Minhaj has partnered with Adobe Acrobat to celebrate 30 years of PDFs and to promote the power of paperless creativity and collaboration in today's digital age. The partnership highlights the importance of using digital tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity, especially in the current work-from-home ...read more
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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Demand is High for Childcare Workers on the Central Coast    SLO Partners, a leading provider of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced its Ticket2Teach program has successfully enrolled 25 prospective teachers.    The program is designed to address the shortage of early educators by offering aspiring preschool teachers the chance to earn while they learn, access ...read more
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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Demand is High for Skilled Workers in Manufacturing on the Central Coast     [San Luis Obispo, CA, May 23, 2023] SLO Partners, a leading provider of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced it will pay five local women $500 to gain modern manufacturing skills.    The scholarship program aims to increase local women's representation in STEM careers and meet local ...read more
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Thursday, February 09, 2023
Whether you’re a veteran entrepreneur who’s passionate about supporting other vets or you simply understand the value of hiring veterans to work for your business, there are several things you should know about becoming a vet-friendly employer. Firstly, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the benefits of hiring veterans if you aren’t already aware of them. Veterans, for instance, are ...read more
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Thursday, January 05, 2023
[San Luis Obispo, CA, January 5, 2022] SLO Partners, one of the leading providers of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced details of a new Modern Manufacturing bootcamp starting in February 2023. The program will provide hands-on training and a fast track to careers in technical manufacturing locally on the Central Coast.    “We have a 90% successful hire rate from ...read more
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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
'Tis the season of giving, which means it's also the season of marketing. The Bank of Hawaii notes that if you're a small business owner, you know the holidays can be a make-or-break time of year. With a little bit of creativity, you can make this holiday season your most successful yet. The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of some of the best marketing ideas to get you ...read more
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Friday, September 23, 2022
Branding is an incredibly important aspect of leading a successful business. By implementing the best branding strategies into your marketing plan, you will be far more likely to see increased sales and revenue. But what are some branding strategies that are effective in boosting your business?  The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce explores the various aspects of branding to help you succeed. ...read more
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