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April 2026

MADE: The Blythe Marketplace

Blythe Marketplace is a five-week training program helping food and product-based businesses become successful vendors, with a $2,500 grant. ...
20 Apr
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Social Media Basics For Small Business Owners

Learn the foundational knowledge and actionable steps to establish a strategic and effective presence on key social platforms. ...
21 Apr
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce
9712 Foothill Blvd Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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Solid Hiring Practices

Join us for a crash course in hiring the best talent - no more guesswork, just solid strategies for success! ...
21 Apr
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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SBDC Small Business Clinic

Perfect for small business owners and entrepreneurs in Costa Mesa and surrounding cities looking to start or grow their businesses! ...
21 Apr
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Coast Community College District
1370 Adams Avenue Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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May 2026

Preparing for Federal Certifications

In this in person workshop, understand federal certifications and which one your small business may qualify for. ...
05 May
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce
3985 University Avenue Riverside, CA 92501
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Preparing for Federal Certifications

Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.