News Release: 9/16/2023
Atascadero, California, September 16, 2023 — My Marketing, a leading real estate marketing firm headquartered in North San Luis Obispo County, has proudly announced the official launch of its brand-new website. This innovative digital platform is specifically designed to bridge the gap between real estate agents and brokerages, offering access to world-class marketing technology support like never before. In today’s fiercely competitive real estate landscape, having a strong digital presence and
News Release: 9/13/2023
Date: September 11, 2023 Contact: Michael Simkins, CEOmichael@spokesfornonprofits.org805-547-2244New Nonprofit Job Board SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — Spokes has launched a new service for the nonprofit community—the Spokes Job Board. The job board is a place for local nonprofit organizations to post their job openings. For a limited time, both Spokes member organizations and others can post their nonprofit job openings free of charge. Jobs will be posted for two weeks. If you are a job seeker and
News Release: 8/31/2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 9/1/2023 CONTACT: Shannon Bourgault, Gala Chair Almond Acres Charter Academy galachair@almondacres.com 805.221.8550 www.almondacres.com www.facebook.com/AlmondAcresCharterAcademy Almond Acres Charter Academy’s Red Carpet Gala- Old Hollywood Glamour Paso Robles, California: Almond Acres Charter Academy is proud to present, A Red Carpet Gala- Old Hollywood Glamour. The annual fundraising event will be held on October 21, 2023 from 4:30-10:00 PM at the
CIO Solutions Acquires Compass Consulting
Paso Robles Chamber member CIO Solutions, one of the Central Coast’s leading Computer Consulting and Network Management companies, has acquired Compass Consulting, further expanding its local presence. Compass Consulting is a Ventura County-based Information Technology consulting and managed services firm, providing cloud solutions, managed IT services, software development, and IT consulting to small and medium size businesses. “We want to assure everyone that Compass Consulting and its employees are
County-Wide Customer Service Training Program Addresses Worker Shortage with 25 New Graduates
Local Businesses Can Tap into New Talent Pipeline to Meet Staffing Needs SLO Partners, a leading provider of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced the completion of its county-wide customer service training programs. The workshops were created to bolster the local workforce and meet the growing demand for customer service professionals. Attended by 52 participants, the training programs proved to be a vital link between high-school graduates looking for work and local employers
Hasan Minhaj Teams Up with Adobe Acrobat to Empower Creativity and Collaboration
Paper’s out, people. Award-winning comedian, writer, and producer Hasan Minhaj has partnered with Adobe Acrobat to celebrate 30 years of PDFs and to promote the power of paperless creativity and collaboration in today's digital age. The partnership highlights the importance of using digital tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity, especially in the current work-from-home era. As part of the partnership, Minhaj is featured in a series of videos showcasing how Adobe Acrobat
SLO Partners is Paying $500 to Five Local Women to Learn Manufacturing Skills
Demand is High for Skilled Workers in Manufacturing on the Central Coast [San Luis Obispo, CA, May 23, 2023] SLO Partners, a leading provider of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced it will pay five local women $500 to gain modern manufacturing skills. The scholarship program aims to increase local women's representation in STEM careers and meet local workforce needs. Demand for skilled workers is high for manufacturing companies located on the Central Coast.
Becoming a Vet-Friendly Employer: Hiring Tips for New Businesses
Whether you’re a veteran entrepreneur who’s passionate about supporting other vets or you simply understand the value of hiring veterans to work for your business, there are several things you should know about becoming a vet-friendly employer. Firstly, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the benefits of hiring veterans if you aren’t already aware of them. Veterans, for instance, are quick learners, excellent leaders, and problem solvers, and they tend to work well under pressure. They’re also
Locals Can Learn to Build Drones and Robotics in New Upskilling Bootcamp
[San Luis Obispo, CA, January 5, 2022] SLO Partners, one of the leading providers of apprenticeship programs in California, today announced details of a new Modern Manufacturing bootcamp starting in February 2023. The program will provide hands-on training and a fast track to careers in technical manufacturing locally on the Central Coast. “We have a 90% successful hire rate from bootcamp grads who complete the course successfully and are hungry and ambitious to enter the industry,” said Paula
A Holiday Update: Marketing Tactics to Match the Season
'Tis the season of giving, which means it's also the season of marketing. The Bank of Hawaii notes that if you're a small business owner, you know the holidays can be a make-or-break time of year. With a little bit of creativity, you can make this holiday season your most successful yet. The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of some of the best marketing ideas to get you started.Jolly Good Content Whether it's a blog post, an infographic, or a holiday-themed video, Semrush points
The Best Branding Strategies for Paso Robles, CA Small Business Owners
Branding is an incredibly important aspect of leading a successful business. By implementing the best branding strategies into your marketing plan, you will be far more likely to see increased sales and revenue. But what are some branding strategies that are effective in boosting your business? The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce explores the various aspects of branding to help you succeed. It’s important to get familiar with these different components so that you can make the most of your branding
SLO Partners and Workforce Development Boards Secure $2m Grant to Expand Apprenticeship Programs
The non-profit is looking to hear from businesses to determine future talent needs of the Central Coast [San Luis Obispo, CA, September, 2022] SLO Partners, an initiative of the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education, together with the SLO Workforce Development Board and Santa Barbara Workforce Development Board, today announced a $2m grant has been secured to expand apprenticeship programs across the Central Coast. The grant was awarded by the California Department of Industrial
SLO Partners Survey Shows Apprenticeship Programs Increased Salaries by 34%
Businesses can capitalize on shifting labor market by attracting candidates upskilling for new careers and dream jobs [San Luis Obispo, CA, November 8, 2021] Today SLO Partners, a leading provider of career upskilling and modern apprenticeship programs in California, released survey results on the impact of its apprenticeship programs ahead of National Apprenticeship week (Nov 15-21). Among the key findings: average apprentice earnings rose by 34 percent after taking a SLO Partners bootcamp and the
NewCompanies Can’t Hire Fast Enough in Booming Central Coast Manufacturing Industrys Release: 9/28/2021
SLO Partners creates more training opportunities for locals to secure in-demand jobs [San Luis Obispo, CA, September 28, 2021] Demand for skilled workers is at an all time high for manufacturing companies located on the Central Coast. Businesses based here have experienced growth over the last few years and are now looking to expand their workforce. “The manufacturing industry here is not only growing but booming,” said Anthony Cash, Manufacturing Lead at ES Aero. “Our business has doubled over
SLO Partners Expands Digital Marketing Bootcamp to Support Businesses in Covid-19 recovery across the Central Coast
The EVC and EDC have secured a grant to triple the program size and provide scholarships to most impacted businesses [San Luis Obispo, CA, March 15, 2021] SLO Partners, one of the leading providers of career upskilling programs in California, today announced it has received funding to expand its Digital Marketing bootcamp to aid businesses across the Central Coast in their Covid-19 recovery. The Economic Vitality Corporation (EVC) and the Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) secured a grant from
Downtown City Park Dining
Downtown City Park Weekend Dining Our iconic Downtown City Park is the place for open-air dining this summer. Picture this... A friendly concierge greets you and guides you to a quaint farmhouse table in the middle of the park. You take the first bite of your favorite takeout meal when you look up and notice twinkling bistro lights hanging in the trees. You see a service team sanitizing the table next to you. Your face is shaded by umbrellas and the fresh air is filled with laughter and community. All