West Ventura County Business Alliance Events Newswire

WVCBA Board of Directors Meeting 9/24/2026 11:00 AM - 9/24/2026 12:00 Noon

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:21:27 GMT

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Military Appreciation Dinner 9/25/2026 6:00 PM - 9/25/2026 9:30 PM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:12:24 GMT

Registration for this event is now closed. Please join us next year for the 30th annual dinner.

Every year, the WVCBA brings together the business community to salute our local military heroes for their service to our country and community. Join us at the 29th Annual Military Appreciation Dinner to hear from Captain Andy Litteral, Chief Staff Officer of Naval Base Ventura, and to celebrate this year's honorees for their military service, community involvement, and volunteer efforts. Dinner will be held at Holiday Inn Oxnard Ventura, formerly Courtyard Marriott.

Attire: Dress Blues or other services equivalent for active-duty military personnel, Business for civilians.

Sponsorships are available! More info. Contact Mayra Ruiz at m.ruiz@wvcba.org to get started.

The Port of Hueneme Banana Festival 9/26/2026 10:00 AM - 9/26/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:01:10 GMT

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026

The Port of Hueneme Banana Festival is coming back full of flair, flavor, and fun for the whole family.

FREE Festival Including Vintage Car Show, Live Bands, Banana Treats, Kids Zone, Local Vendors, and More!

Don’t miss it on site at the Port of Hueneme Saturday, September 26, 2026. Visit bananaportfest.com to learn more!

The Port of Hueneme Banana Festival 9/26/2026 10:00 AM - 9/26/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:11:50 GMT

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026

The Port of Hueneme Banana Festival is coming back full of flair, flavor, and fun for the whole family.

FREE Festival Including Vintage Car Show, Live Bands, Banana Treats, Kids Zone, Local Vendors, and More!

Don’t miss it on site at the Port of Hueneme Saturday, September 26, 2026. Visit bananaportfest.com to learn more!

WVCBA Business Networking Group (In-Person) 10/1/2026 8:00 AM - 10/1/2026 9:00 AM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:19:42 GMT

Looking to expand your professional network? WVCBA's Early Birds Business Networking Group offers local professionals a great way to build strong connections. The group meets twice a month at 8:00 am, holding in-person meetings on the first Thursday and virtual meetings on the third Thursday.

WVCBA Ambassadors Meeting 10/7/2026 11:45 AM - 10/7/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:21:56 GMT

All members are invited to join the Ambassadors committee. The Ambassadors are WVCBA champions whose mission is to cultivate and celebrate our community of new, current and prospective members. Ambassadors have first-hand knowledge about maximizing WVCBA membership and are committed to sharing their expertise and positive experiences with fellow members and the business community.

WVCBA Military Appreciation Committee 10/8/2026 8:00 AM - 10/8/2026 9:00 AM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 22:02:47 GMT

If you are a member of the West Ventura County Business Alliance or a member of the U.S. military, you are welcome to join us for our monthly meeting on the second Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Channel Islands Maritime Museum. For more information, reach out to Marlowe Emberly at m.emberly@wvcba.org.

WVCBA Business Advocacy Committee Meeting 10/12/2026 12:00 Noon - 10/12/2026 1:00 PM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:27:36 GMT

Every BAC meeting includes legislative updates impacting businesses from city, county, state and federal representatives. All members are welcome to attend this virtual meeting; those who want to advocate for the rights of local businesses are invited to join the committee. Contact Andy Conli for the meeting dial-in information.

Through our strong relationships with elected officials at all levels (city, county and state), we advocate for the rights of local businesses and take positions on proposed ordinances, rulings and legislation. The Business Advocacy Committee (BAC) is part of the WVCBA’s commitment to representing the interests of business with government. The mission of the BAC is to carry out an advocacy program on behalf of WVCBA's membership and business community within the governmental and political arenas and foster effective working relationships.

Connect & Grow Group (In-Person) 10/13/2026 11:45 AM - 10/13/2026 1:00 PM

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:10:02 GMT

Led by Natalie Lehman (She Means Business) and Will Hsiao (Design Main Street, Ventura Cycling Center), the CGG is our new non-industry exclusive business networking group for WVCBA members focused on shared lived experiences and joint problem-solving to grow business skills. We believe that when business leaders connect deeply and solve problems together, referrals happen naturally.

Meetings will be the 2nd Tuesday (in-person at Stephen's Grill in Camarillo from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) and 4th Tuesday (virtual collaborative breakouts from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Space is limited, sign up today here!

In-person meetings at Stephen's Grill are by registration at $25 and include lunch. No outside food is allowed.

WVCBA Business Networking Group (Zoom) 10/15/2026 8:00 AM - 10/15/2026 9:00 AM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:29:07 GMT

WVCBA Executive Committee 10/15/2026 10:00 AM - 10/15/2026 11:00 AM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:54:32 GMT

Ribbon Cutting: DRAW Architectural Printing 10/15/2026 4:00 PM - 10/15/2026 6:00 PM

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:04:27 GMT

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of DRAW Architectural Printing, your one-stop blueprint and construction printing partner in Oxnard! This event is free and open to the public, with a taco truck, drinks, a raffle, and more.

Come meet the DRAW Architectural Printing team, learn more about their services, and help us welcome them to the local business community!

Ribbon Cutting: Sylvan Learning of Camarillo and Class 101 Camarillo 10/17/2026 12:00 Noon - 10/17/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:00:33 GMT

Strategy Power Hour: Holiday Marketing Without the Holiday Chaos 10/20/2026 12:00 Noon - 10/20/2026 1:00 PM

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:28:29 GMT

Join us for Strategy Power Hour, our expert-led, monthly virtual learning series designed for high-impact growth and effective solutions. This month, hear from Torrey Rodriguez of Sunkissed Social 805 on how to plan, budget, and execute a winter campaign that works. Sign up for a practical, interactive workshop designed to help Ventura County businesses and organizations build a realistic holiday marketing plan — from identifying their audience and goals to choosing the right channels, allocating their budget, creating a campaign timeline, and measuring results. Attendees will leave with a completed Holiday Marketing Blueprint they can immediately implement.

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Interested in presenting a future session of Strategy Power Hour? Contact Will Hsiao at will@willhsiao.com for inquiries.

Camarillo State of the City 10/22/2026 4:00 PM - 10/22/2026 7:00 PM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:59:04 GMT

Join us for the 2026 Camarillo State of the City to celebrate what makes Camarillo a great place to live and do business. Meet local leaders and business professionals while enjoying drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a relaxed indoor/outdoor reception. Presented by City of Camarillo in partnership with West Ventura County Business Alliance.

Sponsorships are available. Contact Mayra Ruiz for more info at m.ruiz@wvcba.org.

WVCBA Member Early-Bird	Through September 30	$45
Non-Member Early-Bird	Through September 30	$60
WVCBA Member Registration	October 1-21	$50
Non-Member Registration	October 1-21	$65
Day-Of Registration	Not available. Please purchase tickets in advance.	N/A

Connect & Grow Group (virtual) 10/27/2026 12:00 Noon - 9/29/2026 1:00 PM

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:13:47 GMT

Meetings will be the 2nd Tuesday (in-person at Spanish Hills Club from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) and 4th Tuesday (virtual collaborative breakouts from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Space is limited, sign up today here!

In-person meetings at Spanish Hills Club are by registration at $25 and include lunch. No outside food is allowed.

WVCBA Ambassadors Meeting 11/4/2026 11:45 AM - 11/4/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:22:06 GMT

WVCBA Business Networking Group (In-Person) 11/5/2026 8:00 AM - 11/5/2026 9:00 AM

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:20:12 GMT