Why Shopping Local Matters This Holiday Season

The holiday season is here, a time for celebration, connection, and generosity. It’s also a powerful opportunity to invest in the heart of our communities right here in Ventura County. […]

Take Flight Fridays: Where Big Ideas Take Off

Looking for a place to connect, collaborate, and turn ideas into action? Take Flight Fridays at the HIVE Autonomous Innovation Center in Camarillo is where Ventura County’s innovators, entrepreneurs, and […]

Debriefing FATHOMWERX Summit 2025

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Innovation was in full flight at the FATHOMWERX Summit, where more than 600 entrepreneurs, engineers, and industry leaders came together for two days of collaboration, technology showcases, and to share […]

Free EDC Events and Webinars This Fall:

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Learn, Connect, Grow The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), together with trusted partners like SCORE, WEV, and the SBA, is rolling out a full schedule of no-cost in-person events and webinars. […]

Building Credit, Building Power

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WEV’s Credit Builder Course Empowers Local Entrepreneurs Credit matters. Whether you’re launching a business, growing one, or just trying to get a firmer grip on your financial future, your credit […]

Ventura County Elevates Its Sports Tourism Profile

Ventura County is making significant strides in the realm of sports tourism, leveraging its unique coastal assets and community spirit to attract a diverse array of sporting events. From hosting […]

National Small Business Week 2025

Your Free, Virtual Gateway to Growth Small businesses are the backbone of Ventura County’s economy. From family-owned shops in downtown Ventura to innovative startups in Camarillo, our local entrepreneurs drive […]