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Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Valentine Foundation pledged $500,000 over 5 years to help fund the expansion and renovation of the Simi Valley Family YMCA, a branch of the Southeast Ventura County YMCA. Groundbreaking is anticipated in Spring 2026 with the completion of the project by early 2027.  This donation marks the foundation's second major contribution to the YMCA this year. Earlier in 2025, the Valentine ...read more
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
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
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Signups for summer camp at the Southeast Ventura County YMCA branches are underway. Camp runs from June 9 to August 7 through the Simi Valley Family YMCA and from June 16 to August 15 through the Yarrow Family YMCA. Campers in TK to 5th grade can attend day camp full-time (four to five days a week) or part-time (two to three days a week) for the entire camp session or selected weeks. Activities ...read more
Categories: Community News, General News Article, Member News/Press Release, Health & Wellness
Monday, May 05, 2025
Starting and growing a business isn’t a straight climb—it’s more like a shifting staircase, with each step demanding its own set of tools, mindset, and sometimes, an entirely new playbook. Entrepreneurs often imagine growth as a matter of doing more—more customers, more products, more hours. But growth isn’t always linear, and it’s rarely as clean as a spreadsheet might suggest. The strategy ...read more
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Monday, April 28, 2025
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
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Monday, March 24, 2025
Tax season has a way of creeping up on small business owners, turning an already packed schedule into a paperwork avalanche. It’s the time of year when expenses, deductions, and deadlines all demand attention at once. But here’s the truth: tax filing doesn’t have to be a chaotic, last-minute scramble. With a bit of preparation and the right strategies, you can turn tax season into something you ...read more
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Tuesday, February 25, 2025
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
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Thursday, February 06, 2025
In the relentless march of technology, businesses are compelled to adapt and innovate to maintain their competitive edge. Digital transformation is not merely a trend but a fundamental shift in how companies operate and strategize. This evolution is driven by groundbreaking technologies that redefine efficiency, security, and customer engagement. As organizations integrate these advancements, ...read more
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Tuesday, December 03, 2024
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
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