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:

• Reach the right audience faster

• Use social media strategically

• 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

Date/Time: Various dates and times - see below

Location: Virtual Workshops, Tour Stops Wickenburg, Quad Cities and Verde Valley

**PITCH COMPETITION EVENTS**:

Moonshot Pitch Wickenburg Thursday, April 17th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE

Moonshot Pitch Quad Cities Thursday, April 24th, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 

IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE 

Moonshot Pitch Verde Valley Thursday, May 15th, 9:00 to 3:00 pm 

IN PERSON ONLY REGISTER HERE 

Details will be sent to all Pitch Tour registered participants. Take advantage of these valuable educational opportunities at no cost!

Event Fee: No cost

Presented by: YC SBDC and Moonshot

Sponsored By: Desert Financial (Title Sponsor), Freeport-McMoran, Town of Wickenburg, Jersey Lilly Saloon, YC REDC, Eightfold, True Course Simulations, City of Prescott, City of Chino Valley, Bear and Dragon, and Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

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:

• $20 for Chamber members

• $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

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21st, 10 am to 2 pm

Location: Yavapai College Sedona Center 4215 Arts Village Drive, Sedona, AZ

Join Us at the Creative and Healing Arts Festival!

Get ready to experience the best of health, wellness, and creative arts at the Creative and Healing Arts Festival hosted by the Sedona Center at Yavapai College!

What to Expect:
Over 20 vendors and local businesses
Product displays, wellness demonstrations, and creative arts
Networking with practitioners and community members
Opportunities to showcase your products and services

This is a unique chance to promote well-being, connect with local businesses, and gain exposure in the community. Don’t miss out!

Questions? Contact Katherine Anderson at katherine.anderson@yc.edu or call 928-776-2008

Event Fee: No cost

Presented by: YC REDC

Sponsored By: Yavapai College, YC SBDC, YC REDC, Sedona Chamber of Commerce

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:

• Insights on Small Business Needs & Resources

• A breakdown of the Lending Process

• 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

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:

• $20 for Chamber members

• $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