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4/11/2026
 -4/12/2026


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4/12/2026


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4/15/2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit.  You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series

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4/19/2026

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4/19/2026

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4/21/2026

*Class Held via Zoom*

Poorly written communication can lead to misunderstandings, inefficiency, and a loss of credibility in the workplace. This course provides practical tools to help you write with clarity, professionalism, and impact—while avoiding common grammar and punctuation pitfalls. Ideal for professionals who want to improve the effectiveness of their day-to-day written communication.

Learning Objectives:

  • Craft concise, professional messages tailored to workplace needs.
  • Avoid common grammar and punctuation errors that undermine credibility.
  • Use Microsoft Word tools to polish and structure your writing more efficiently.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

  • Strengthens internal and external communication for greater clarity.
  • Enhances professional image through polished, error-free writing.
  • Improves team productivity by reducing back-and-forth clarification.

Ready to take your workplace writing to the next level? Sign up today and start communicating with clarity and confidence!


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4/21/2026
Getting your business into the government marketplace can feel like learning two different languages at once. Whether you are looking at the State of California or the Federal Government, the goal is the same - stable revenue and growth - but the rulebooks are different.  Join us for specific roadmaps to help you navigate both landscapes.
Session 1: How to do Business with the State of California.  The California Department of General Services (DGS) is your gatekeeper here. California has a "Small Business First" policy, meaning they actively look to spend money with certified local firms. Topics will include:  Types of Certifications (i.e., SB-Smal Business, DVBE-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise); Key Concepts & Tools such as Cal eProcure the online portal where you register your business, apply for certifications, and search for bid opportunities; Certification Benefits - bid preference and access to contracts; Commercially Useful Function - actually doing the work; and Emergency Registration – a dedicated list for certified businesses ready to provide goods/services during disasters (fires, floods, etc.)
Session 2: How to do Business with the Federal Government 101 - The federal marketplace is the largest in the world. The California Capital APEX Accelerator is a free resource designed to help you navigate this complex space.  Topics include: Why Go Federal – Government required set aside of 23% of all prime contracting dollars for small businesses; The Registration Roadmap - SAM.gov - System for Award Management (SAM) mandatory registration; UEI (Unique Entity ID) - Replaced the old DUNS number; North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes describe your products or services; Federal Set-Aside Programs - 8(a) Business Development for socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses; HUBZone - For businesses located in "Historically Underutilized Business Zones," etc.

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4/21/2026
Getting your business into the government marketplace can feel like learning two different languages at once. Whether you are looking at the State of California or the Federal Government, the goal is the same - stable revenue and growth - but the rulebooks are different.  Join us for specific roadmaps to help you navigate both landscapes.
Session 1: How to do Business with the State of California.  The California Department of General Services (DGS) is your gatekeeper here. California has a "Small Business First" policy, meaning they actively look to spend money with certified local firms. Topics will include:  Types of Certifications (i.e., SB-Smal Business, DVBE-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise); Key Concepts & Tools such as Cal eProcure the online portal where you register your business, apply for certifications, and search for bid opportunities; Certification Benefits - bid preference and access to contracts; Commercially Useful Function - actually doing the work; and Emergency Registration – a dedicated list for certified businesses ready to provide goods/services during disasters (fires, floods, etc.)
Session 2: How to do Business with the Federal Government 101 - The federal marketplace is the largest in the world. The California Capital APEX Accelerator is a free resource designed to help you navigate this complex space.  Topics include: Why Go Federal – Government required set aside of 23% of all prime contracting dollars for small businesses; The Registration Roadmap - SAM.gov - System for Award Management (SAM) mandatory registration; UEI (Unique Entity ID) - Replaced the old DUNS number; North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes describe your products or services; Federal Set-Aside Programs - 8(a) Business Development for socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses; HUBZone - For businesses located in "Historically Underutilized Business Zones," etc.

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4/22/2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit.  You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series

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4/22/2026
Focus: A lean approach to testing product or service ideas using AI-generated research, mockups, and fast landing page prototypes to avoid wasted effort and money. 
Description: Don’t waste time (or money) building something nobody wants. In this webinar, you will learn how to use free and easy AI tools to research the market, spot real demand, and test your product or service idea before you commit. Whether you are launching something new or refining an existing offer, this session will show you how to validate your idea in minutes, not months. Perfect for entrepreneurs who want to make smarter decisions, faster.

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4/23/2026

In the rapidly changing modern workplace, understanding how the brain functions can be a game-changer for enhancing productivity and leadership. Your Brain at Work offers insights into how neuroscience can optimize your mental performance, helping you stay focused, reduce stress, and make better decisions under pressure. This training empowers leaders and teams with practical strategies to boost mental resilience and unlock peak performance.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the SCARF Model: Learn to recognize and manage emotional triggers, improving collaboration and decision-making.
  • Optimize Mental Productivity: Gain strategies to maintain focus, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive performance throughout the workday.
  • Develop Resilience to Stress: Implement neuroscience-backed techniques to stay calm under pressure and sustain a productive mindset.

Why This Matters to You:

  • Increase Mental Efficiency: Equip employees with tools to enhance focus and productivity, resulting in more efficient workflows.
  • Improve Team Collaboration: Build a workplace culture where leaders and employees manage stress effectively and communicate with clarity.
  • Enhance Decision-Making: With a better understanding of brain functions, leaders can make more thoughtful, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.

Ready to optimize your team's brainpower for peak performance? Register today and empower your workforce with the knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has 25+ years of experience in leadership and organizational change. He specializes in strengths-based leadership and coaching, using experiential methods to foster collaboration and transformation. Joc holds a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu


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4/23/2026

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In the rapidly changing modern workplace, understanding how the brain functions can be a game-changer for enhancing productivity and leadership. Your Brain at Work offers insights into how neuroscience can optimize your mental performance, helping you stay focused, reduce stress, and make better decisions under pressure. This training empowers leaders and teams with practical strategies to boost mental resilience and unlock peak performance.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the SCARF Model: Learn to recognize and manage emotional triggers, improving collaboration and decision-making.
  • Optimize Mental Productivity: Gain strategies to maintain focus, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive performance throughout the workday.
  • Develop Resilience to Stress: Implement neuroscience-backed techniques to stay calm under pressure and sustain a productive mindset.

Why This Matters to You:

  • Increase Mental Efficiency: Equip employees with tools to enhance focus and productivity, resulting in more efficient workflows.
  • Improve Team Collaboration: Build a workplace culture where leaders and employees manage stress effectively and communicate with clarity.
  • Enhance Decision-Making: With a better understanding of brain functions, leaders can make more thoughtful, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.

Ready to optimize your team's brainpower for peak performance? Register today and empower your workforce with the knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment!


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4/25/2026
 -4/26/2026


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4/26/2026

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4/28/2026
Register at https://bit.ly/HelpHope26 or call 800.272.3900

Everyone deserves a life with the healthiest brain possible, and we can all take action to help protect our brain health.
Join us to learn brain-healthy actions we should all build into our routines to benefit our brains. It’s never too early—or too late—to start prioritizing brain health.


Presented by the Alzheimer's Association
Sponsored by Passages Caregiver Resource Center
In partnership with Butte County Public Health and Northern Valley Indian Health


 

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4/29/2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit.  You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series

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4/29/2026

*Class Held In Person*

The transition from a high-performing individual contributor to an effective leader can be challenging. Many professionals struggle with shifting from doing the work themselves to inspiring, guiding, and empowering a team. This dynamic and interactive 3-hour workshop provides practical tools to help aspiring and current leaders develop essential leadership skills and confidently step into their leadership roles.

Learning Objectives:

  • Master the key differences between excelling as an individual contributor and thriving as a leader.
  • Develop essential leadership skills, including communication, delegation, and team empowerment.
  • Cultivate a high-performing, growth-oriented workplace culture through goal setting and effective feedback.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

  • Strengthens leadership capabilities, leading to more effective team management.
  • Enhances workplace collaboration and employee engagement.
  • Increases productivity by equipping leaders with the tools to develop and support their teams.

Ready to elevate your leadership potential? Register today and take the first step toward becoming a Superleader!

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu


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4/30/2026
 -5/3/2026


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4/30/2026

Effective process visualization is critical for identifying inefficiencies and streamlining operations. This course provides hands-on instruction on Value Stream Mapping (VSM), helping professionals analyze workflows, eliminate waste, and drive continuous improvement within their organizations.

Learning Objectives:

  • Develop and Analyze Value Stream Maps: Create current and future state maps to identify improvement opportunities.

  • Categorize Operations and Identify Waste: Use product matrices to assess process inefficiencies and cost-saving potentials.

  • Link Value Stream Mapping to Improvement Initiatives: Recognize how VSM aligns with Kaizen events and lean methodologies.

  • Enhance Workplace Efficiency: Identify and implement process optimizations to improve workflow and productivity.

Why This Matters to You:

  • Increase Operational Efficiency: Streamline processes and reduce waste for improved performance.

  • Drive Cost Savings: Use VSM to link inefficiencies directly to financial impact.

  • Support Continuous Improvement: Leverage mapping techniques to implement sustainable workplace enhancements.

Ready to optimize your operations? Register for “Value Stream Mapping: Driving Efficiency and Continuous Improvement” today!

Trainer Bio: Guy Martindale is a process improvement specialist with extensive experience in Lean methodologies and Value Stream Mapping. He has worked across industries to help organizations identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and implement strategic improvements for long-term success.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu


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5/2/2026

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5/2/2026

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5/7/2026
 -5/10/2026


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5/9/2026
We want personally invite you to an unforgettable evening, the RMEF Bugle Chapter Banquet. It’s a night that brings together the best kind o fpeople: those who love the outdoors, care about conservation and believe in our hunting heritage for a high-energy event filled with connection, prizes and purpose. Whether you’re chasing elk in the high country, mule deer on the open range, or whitetail in the hardwoods you belong with us.

If you’ve been to one of our banquets, you know it is an incredible experience. If you haven’t, I hope you’ll join us this year.

Why You Should Join Us:
     • Win premium prizes—from hunting gear to exclusive firearms and outdoor equipment
     • Connect with fellow conservationists who share your passion
     • Support conservation efforts that ensure the future of elk and all big game thrive for years to come

Visit events.rmef.org/shop/bugle1 or call 530-304-3826 to reserve your seat.

While RMEF’s roots are in elk country,our mission goes much further.From moose and mule deer to whitetail and wild turkey, our conservation efforts enhance landscapes that sustain all big game species and our hunting heritage.

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5/12/2026
This workshop will guide you through the human resource fundamentals, hiring, compliance, and employee management in California.  You will learn:
Why human resource matters for your small businesses (i.e., legal compliance, avoid costly penalties, employee retention, reduce turnover, hiring & performance management)
Key California Labor Laws (i.e., overtime rules, meal & rest breaks, At-Will employment)
Employee Classification - AB 5 Law (i.e., Independent Contractor vs. Employee)
Hiring Laws & Best Practices (i.e., Ban-the-Box Law, Salary history ban, job posting requirements/SB 1162, diversity & anti-discrimination)
Required New Hire Documents (i.e., IRS Tax Forms, California Tax Form, employee notice, workers' comp, sexual harassment prevention training)
Employee Benefits & Retention (i.e., Affordable benefits for small businesses, retaining talent)
Required Benefits in California (i.e., California Sick Leave & Time Off Requirements, retirement account)
Employee Management & Compliance (i.e., performance management, final paycheck rules, harassment & discrimination prevention)
Employee Terminating Process, and 
HR Tools & Resources for Small Businesses

 

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