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
French Hospital: 75 Years of Serving SLO County
French Hospital Medical Center Celebrates Major Milestone: 75 Years of Serving the San Luis Obispo County CommunityHospital is nationally recognized for safety, patient experience, cardiac care, stroke treatment, maternity, and orthopedic surgery SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – July 12, 2021 – After one of the most challenging years the health care industry has faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic, French Hospital Medical Center has reason to celebrate. The facility has reached a significant milestone, having