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ArticlesYour go-to resource for in-depth, 60-90 minute business insights tailored for busy entrepreneurs. Each seminar and workshop is designed to deliver expert guidance on key aspects of business, from strategy and marketing to finance and growth.
📽️ Online YC SBDC Training Library - access previously recorded sessions here.
Reach More Customers with Smarter Marketing
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 12 pm to 130 pm
Location: 385 S Main St. Camp Verde, AZ
Join Us for a Smart Marketing Power Lunch!
Want to reach more customers without burning out? Learn how to market smarter, not harder at our next Lunch & Learn!
May 7, 2025
12:00 PM
BRIC – 385 S Main St., Camp Verde, AZ
Topic: Reach More Customers with Smarter Marketing
Discover how small business owners can use AI and digital tools to:
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Reach the right audience faster
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Use social media strategically
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Create content, graphics & boost SEO with ease
$20 Chamber Members | $25 Non-Members
RSVP required — Register now at VerdeValleyChamber.org
Hosted in partnership with Camp Verde, Yavapai College SBDC, and the Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Event Fee: $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for Non-Chamber Members
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: YC SBDC, Camp Verde and the Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce
Moonshot Rural Pitch Tour - Verde Valley
Date/Time: Thursday, May 15, 2025, 8:30 am
Location: Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Loop Road, Camp Verde, AZ
Calling all rural Arizona innovators!
Ready to pitch your big idea and make giant leaps in your entrepreneurial journey?
Join us for the Moonshot Rural Arizona Pitch Competition 2025 – Verde Valley edition!
May 15, 2024
8:30 AM
Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Loop Road, Camp Verde, AZ
A Shark Tank-style event, FREE to participate!
IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE
Details will be sent to all Pitch Tour registered participants. Contact YC SBDC for personalized, no-cost counseling and pitch practice!
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC SBDC and Moonshot
Sponsored By: Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization, Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce, REDC, Summit Economics, and Sustainable Synthesis Limited
Business Planning Lunch and Learn
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21st, 12 pm to 130 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 150 South 6th St. Cottonwood, AZ
Boost Your Business with Strategic Planning!
Join us for an insightful Lunch and Learn workshop on May 21, 2025, at 12 PM at the Cottonwood Rec Center! Whether you're a new entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this event is designed to help you plan for growth and sustainability.
Topic: Business Planning
Learn how to plan ahead, adapt to challenges, and ensure long-term success!
Speakers: Fanny Zapata & John Manning from Yavapai College SBDC
Cost:
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$20 for Chamber members
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$25 for non-members
Location: 150 S. 6th St., Cottonwood, AZ
RSVP: Visit cottonwoodchamberaz.org
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with fellow business owners!
Event Fee: $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce
Creative and Healing Arts Festival
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21st, 10 am to 2 pm
Location: Yavapai College Sedona Center 4215 Arts Village Drive, Sedona, AZ
Join us for a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and creativity!
This event is FREE and OPEN to the public!
Proud Sponsors & Participants
We’re proud to recognize the amazing businesses bringing energy, wellness, and heart to our community:
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Village Yoga Sedona (Proud Sponsor)
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Pine Inn & Suites (Proud Sponsor)
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Snap Fitness (Proud Sponsor)
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Destination Tattoo
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Joy in Stillness
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Agave Healing Arts
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Sedona Hospice
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My Journeys, LLC
What to Expect
With over 20 local vendors, this event brings together community businesses and creatives offering:
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Wellness-inspired products
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Hands-on demos and services
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Expert insights in health, fitness, and the arts
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A welcoming, community-centered atmosphere
Become a Vendor
Interested in being a vendor? Limited spaces are still available! Register today
Questions?
Reach out to Katherine:
Email: katherine.anderson@yc.edu
Call: 928-776-2008
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: YC REDC
Sponsored By: Yavapai College, YC SBDC, YC REDC, Sedona Chamber of Commerce
Funding Your Business: Navigating Funding Readiness for Arizona Entrepreneurs
Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd, 11 am to 1 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - Yavapai College Prescott Valley Campus 3800 N. Glassford Hill Road, Building 40, Room 214
Ready to take your business to the next level?
Join us for "Funding Your Business: Navigating Funding Readiness for Arizona Entrepreneurs" on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Yavapai College - SBDC, Prescott Valley, AZ.
What to Expect:
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Insights on Small Business Needs & Resources
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A breakdown of the Lending Process
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Tips to enhance your Capital Readiness
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and make connections that can boost your entrepreneurial journey!
SSBCI will hold a raffle for a $75 GIFT CARD for all attendees!
Have questions? Reach out to Martin Mendoza at Martin.Mendoza@cplc.org
Event Fee: No cost
Presented by: SSBCI
Sponsored By: YC SBDC and Prestamos
Access to Capital_Cottonwood
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 16th, 12 pm to 130 pm
Location: IN PERSON ONLY - 150 S. 6th St., Cottonwood, AZ
Access the Funds Your Business Needs!
Join us for another insightful Lunch and Learn session on July 16, 2025, at 12 PM at the Cottonwood Rec Center! Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, securing capital is essential for business success. Get the insights you need to move forward with confidence!
Topic: Access to Capital
Learn key strategies to secure funding and grow your business!
Speaker: John Manning, Certified Business Analyst, Yavapai College SBDC
Cost:
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$20 for Chamber members
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$25 for non-members
Location: 150 S. 6th St., Cottonwood, AZ
RSVP: Visit cottonwoodchamberaz.org
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical advice and network with local business professionals!
The YC SBDC Access to Capital workshop series is generously sponsored by:
Event Fee: $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members
Presented by: YC SBDC
Sponsored By: Arizona Capital Source and Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce