Submitted by the San Juan County Economic Development Council.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council is offering multiple classes to take businesses to the next level.
Don’t miss the WA Small Business Fair!
Come attend the 26th annual Washington State BizFair on Sept. 24!
The longest running all government and non-profit-run FREE small business fair in Washington State.
This year, it is a hybrid event, FREE to attend and the overarching goal of the event has always been to help current and aspiring small business owners start or grow their businesses.
Sign up here: bizfair.org.
Take your Business to the Next Level!
The EDC is offering a Business Management and Leadership Course this fall, wherein you will attend a series of seminars by local professionals, covering relevant topics such as principles of HR, customer experience, bookkeeping, and digital marketing.
Only 10 spots available, so apply today!
Learn more at sanjuansedc.org/business-course.
FRAUD ALERT: SAM Renewal Scam
IMPORTANT NOTE: There is a scam company in Florida that is “assisting” with UEI renewals, which are required for Working WA Round 5. Emails are coming from: administrator@renewalesupport.us and info@renewalsupport.com. It looks like the email was flagged by the Ohio Township Association here: FRAUD ALERT: SAM Renewal – Ohio Township Association (ohiotownships.org) Always remember – emails from sam.gov should come from an email ending with gsa.gov.
Are you interested in a career in Web Design?
Details: Web design course will run from Sept. 20 through Nov. 1. For information or to register, please visit https://sanjuansedc.org/tech. For questions, please contact the EDC’s Tech Training Coordinator, Jillian Urbach, at 360- 378-2906, or jillian@sanjuansedc.org.
THE EDC WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Help us determine which programs attract the most interest from SJC community members by filling out our survey.
https://forms.gle/NtM3P2b4SNA9exHE7
The Economic Development Council of San Juan County offers a variety of trades and tech training programs for adults and youth, in an effort to provide pathways to economic independence for local workers, while meeting community needs. Our programs include high-wage, high-demand skills such as plumbing, carpentry, surveying, computer programming, and more.
Help us to better serve you!
Washington State University Offering Whole Farm Planning Class
We’ll cover a broad range of topics and decision-making tools for you to create a successful small farm enterprise! Whether you are just exploring the opportunities available or already have an existing operation, you’ll learn what it takes to create, sustain, and grow a viable small farm.
$200 for a 12-week course Sept. 19 through Dec.5
Class meets weekly on Mondays from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Online course classroom through Zoom with in-person field trips
Scholarships are available for Military Veterans and anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier
This course will be offered with Spanish language interpretation and facilitation
Register here and learn more.
