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*April 2026 (v.69)*

In this month’s *Biz Buzz*, you’ll find:


* *Facade Improvement Workshop, Thursday, April 9th*
* *MV Neighborhood Small Business Center Workshop #2, April 16th*

We hope these updates help you stay informed, supported, and set up for success!

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Facade Improvement Workshop - April 9
FIG 2026

*Have you been thinking about a storefront facelift for Spring? *

Mountain View City Council has approved changes to the Facade Improvement Grant, *raising the matching grant from 50% to 75%* and opening the program to non-profits and offices. Businesses can also work with local artists to access *matching funds for murals!* Updated application materials and program guidelines will be available soon. 

*Register Now [ https://forms.lessannoyingcrm.com/view/4089089500318054075289013179218 ]* for our Facade Improvement Workshop coming up on April 9th at 10:00 am via Zoom.


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Translation for this event will be available in Spanish and Chinese.


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Please let us know if you have additional accessibility needs by emailing econdev@mountainview.gov

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MV Neighborhood Small Business Center

Workshop #2: Make Better Business Decisions
MVNSBC




REGISTER NOW! [ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mv-neighborhood-small-business-center-make-better-business-decisions-tickets-1986568078600?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl ]

?? April 16 | 3:30 PM

?? Mountain View Chamber of Commerce

Free workshop for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Mountain View. Learn how to identify priorities, reduce low-value activities, and make better business decisions.






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Resource Spotlight
Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center Workshops

Upcoming Events

*?? SILICON VALLEY SBDC EVENTS*

?? April 16 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ?? How to Start Your Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) – *English Workshop* Learn the steps to legally launch a home-based food business in California. This workshop covers licensing, compliance, and getting started as a home kitchen operator. ?? Register [ https://www.svsbdc.org/event/how-to-start-your-microenterprise-home-kitchen-operations-mehko-eng/ ]

?? April 16 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ?? How to Start Your Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) – *Vietnamese Workshop* Same essential content as the morning session, delivered in Vietnamese — a great resource for our Vietnamese-speaking entrepreneur community. ?? Register [ https://www.svsbdc.org/event/how-to-start-your-microenterprise-home-kitchen-operations-mehko-vietnamese-workshop/ ]

?? April 16 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ?? Marketing Fundamentals for Small Businesses A practical introduction to core marketing concepts for small business owners looking to attract customers, build visibility, and grow their brand. ?? Register [ https://www.svsbdc.org/event/marketing-fundamentals-for-small-businesses/ ]

*?? REGIONAL NORCAL SBDC EVENTS*

?? April 9 | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM ?? AI Basics (NorCal SBDC) An introduction to artificial intelligence tools and how small business owners can leverage them. ?? Register [ https://www.norcalsbdc.org/event/ai-basics-4/ ]

?? April 14 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM ?? Business Plans That Work (Finance Center) Learn how to craft a strong, fundable business plan that gets results with lenders and investors. ?? Register [ https://www.norcalsbdc.org/event/business-plans-that-work-17/ ]

?? April 15 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ?? Starting Your Business – Part 2 (NorCal SBDC) The second session of the series — builds on Part 1 with deeper guidance on operations and planning. ?? Register [ https://www.norcalsbdc.org/event/starting-your-business-part-2-15/ ]

 You can find more details or register for these events at svsbdc.org/events [ https://www.svsbdc.org/events/?e_source%5B%5D=all ].

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