Innovation Month Schedule For Temecula Innovators Of All Ages

TEMECULA, CA — Riverside County, Temecula,and cities throughout the region recognize April as Innovation Month. If you want to learn how to start a business, sell your business, and find your audience, these events are for you, all free and provided by the city of Temecula.

According to a spokesperson from Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange, also known as TVE2, this annual celebration is dedicated to showcasing and fostering innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship in the region.

Here are a few of the events and activities happening at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange (TVE2) throughout the month of April:

Business Certifications – Applying and Utilizing for Your Business (Thursday, April 4 at 10:30 am): Gain an advantage over your competitors by obtaining certifications for your business. Join us to discover how securing Diversity Certifications can help you do business with some of the most reputable government agencies, prime contractors, and Fortune 500 companies. Register here: https://bit.ly/495XsqP.

Elevator Pitch (Tuesday, April 9 at 9:00 am): Gain insights into crafting compelling business pitches that resonate with audiences and enhance your marketing endeavors. This workshop will delve into various marketing strategies, synergizing your promotional efforts and effectively engaging your target demographic. Register here: https://bit.ly/42XEIYR.

Internet and Home-Based Business Workshop (Wednesday, April 10 at 10:00 am): Are you navigating the intricacies of obtaining a seller's permit, determining eligibility as a qualified purchaser, or deciphering tax implications for your online or home-based business? Discover answers to these questions and more to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! Register here: https://bit.ly/3P3vRPA.

Southwest Region Quick Pitch Competition (Tuesday, April 16 at 11:00 am): Attention all startups! Seize the opportunity to showcase your business idea in a 5-minute business pitch to a panel of judges. The first-place winner will be awarded a $1,000 cash prize and move on to the Regional Fast Pitch Competition scheduled on Tuesday, April 30th, in Riverside. If you are interested in signing up, download your application and email to SAgajanian@murrietaCA.gov by Tuesday, April 9th. The Quick Pitch will be held at the Lake Elsinore Storm Stadium - Diamond Tap Room, 500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. Spectators are welcome.

Selling Skills and Strategies – Best Practices for Overcoming Objections (Wednesday, April 17 at 9:00 am): Acquire invaluable insights into proven sales techniques and strategies for effectively addressing sales objections. Register here: https://bit.ly/3wMkFko.

How to Start a Small Business (Thursday, April 18 at 9:00 am): Are you eager to embark on the journey of entrepreneurship but uncertain where to begin? This workshop is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and confidence to launch your small business venture successfully. Join us to kick-start your entrepreneurial aspirations. Register here: http://bit.ly/3Tp09O8.

Youth Innovators Program: The Youth Innovators Program is a high school student-run committee in Temecula that plans and hosts community-based youth programs. Youth Innovators will meet on the following Wednesdays in April: April 10, April 17, and April 24. Meetings begin promptly at 4:30 pm. Interested in joining? Complete your application here: http://bit.ly/42QSyvQ.

All events, except the Southwest Region Quick Pitch Competition, will be held at the TVE², located at 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. The Quick Pitch Competition will be held at the Diamond Valley Taproom, 500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore.

For questions, please contact the TVE² by email TVE2@TemeculaCA.gov, or by phone at (951) 506-5180. To learn more about Riverside County Innovation Month, please visit: www.rivcoinnovation.org.