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In the age of attention scarcity, visuals make or break a brand’s ability to connect. Promotional images aren’t just about looking good anymore; they’re storytelling tools designed to grip and convert. Businesses, especially smaller outfits without in-house designers, are now finding a powerful ally in AI to stay ahead in this high-stakes visual race. While the idea of machines generating art ...read more

Those interested in becoming lifeguards can take the first step by enrolling in one of the YMCA’s new Junior Guards programs. The programs provide an introduction to basic lifeguard and leadership skills training. Two summer sessions are available and take place at the Simi Valley Family YMCA and the Yarrow Family YMCA (in Westlake Village).   Participants learn water safety, hands-on CPR, first ...read more

Creating video content is no small feat. Whether you’re running a boutique in Thousand Oaks, managing a small team in Westlake Village, or leading a nonprofit in Agoura Hills, recording a polished, engaging video takes time and effort. But far too often, that video is posted once — and then forgotten. For small business owners in the Greater Conejo Valley area, this doesn’t have to be the case. ...read more

In a city like New York, where sidewalks are fast lanes and attention is currency, the storefront display is a small business owner's most powerful hook. You’ve got a few seconds, maybe less, to catch a glance, a second look, a pause. And in that pause lives possibility: the chance for someone to step inside, to linger, to buy, to return. The best window displays don’t just show products—they ...read more

TOArts, the nonprofit fundraising and presenting partner of the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, is pleased to introduce its new board leadership and welcome esteemed financial expert and philanthropist Matthew Burke to its board of directors.Al Lowe has been appointed as the new Board Chair, succeeding David Mead who remains an active board member, while Keith Wintermute steps into the ...read more

The holiday season drives increased consumer energy, offering small businesses a chance to boost both sales and customer loyalty. Strategic preparation across operations is essential to meet heightened expectations during this busy time. Tailoring offerings to match shifting customer preferences ensures relevance and appeal. Strengthening online platforms and refining marketing approaches ...read more