December 2011 The Year Past The Year Ahead

A VCEDA Sponsored Supplement

December 2011

The year past – the year ahead
By Bill Buratto that works closely with Haas Automation, the budget cuts to the Defense Depart-
is opening a facility in Oxnard that will ment will affect them. We should all be
Where we are bring about 125 jobs. A number of other concerned about what this could mean
smaller companies have begun sales op- to the regional economy.
The Ventura County economy has had
erations in Ventura County over the past Our educational system is adapting to
an interesting year. Here’s a snapshot of
year. They include: Agile Business, an IT a new set of realities. Tuitions are rising,
some of the highlights or lowlights, if
company headquartered in Santa Barba- programs and classes are being cut, em-
you prefer.
ra and Cypress Envirosystems, a silicone ployees are being laid off and uncertain-
Unemployment remains high at 10.1% valley based company that manufac- ty abounds for state funded education.
(September), as it continues on a down- tures a wireless pneumatic thermostat. The good news is that educators remain
ward trend from a high of 11.3% in Au-
focused on providing the highest quality Bill Buratto
gust 2010.
Things to watch in 2012 and most relevant education to their stu-
The housing sales have plateaued and dents. They will require our support as
Some things that will require at-
foreclosures continue to be an issue. they make tough decisions.
tention as the new year unfolds.
The median home price for October is
The entertainment industry could be a
$335,000 an 81.5% decrease since Janu-
ary 2006, just before the financial crisis. The Port of Hueneme is holding its bright spot in the local economy. Triliad Business in general
own, as ports around the country saw Development’s Moorpark West Studio
Business in general is looking a little project is on track to begin construction
brighter. Some sectors are beginning to
decreased business because of the world
economic situation. Auto imports are in late 2012. Commonwealth Studios still is looking
hire. Retailers are sharpening their pen- has eyes on developing a presence in
up over last year and they are actively
cils and creating deals they hope will
bring in holiday shoppers.
seeking new business with some good Ventura County. Filming is an excellent a little brighter.
prospects. The Oxnard Harbor District is economic development opportunity for
In 2011 some businesses relocated op- conducting a search for a new executive Ventura County. Our proximity to Hol-
erations out of the county. Weiser Litho director to replace Anthony Taoramia lywood as well as our geography and
moved from Westlake Village to Chats- who recently retiwd. Also, there is un- climate make us a desirable location for
worth. Harbor Freight Tools announced certainty about how the re-opening of filming. It is a clean industry that pays
plans to close four distribution facilities the improved Panama Canal in 2015 will well and will stimulate economic activity
in Oxnard that will impact 320 jobs when impact west coast ports. throughout the county. Other entertain- What’s inside?
it moves its operations to Moreno Valley. ment industries such as video gaming
Naval Base Ventura County continues
Some companies have downsized. Am- and animation are also good prospects.
to be one of the major regional eco-
gen recently laid off 226 local research nomic engines. In a 2007 study done by The Bio-tech sector will continue to see
and other personnel. SolarWorld USA VCEDA and the Workforce Investment changes. Amgen, the region’s largest
moved several hundred solar panel man- Board it was estimated the economic im- bio-medical firm appears to be restruc- • Chairman’s Message . . . . . . page 2
ufacturing jobs to their Oregon facility, pact to be $1.6 billion. A new study being turing their business model. Due to re-
leaving a marketing and sales force of • VCEDA Board of Directors . . . page 3
conducted may suggest that number is cent lay offs hundreds of former Amgen
about 100. Bank of America recently an- higher. But that’s the past. Budget dis- employees are looking for new opportu- • Ventura County Statistical Abstract
nounced the lay off of 140 in the Conejo cussions in Washington indicate that de- nities. Most want to stay in the area, but
Valley. fense spending is going to be significant- they are having a difficult time. Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
On the bright side, we have also seen a ly cut. The military and civil employees are underway by the Economic Develop-
ment Collaborative of Ventura County • Pathways to Prosperity . . . . page 4
number of companies move into the coun- at Naval Base Ventura County, as well as
ty. Accurate Metal Fabricators, a company defense contractors, are wondering how and others to assist those in creating their • Meeting the Challenges of our
own business. In order for the bio-tech
industry sector to prosper in the region Future Workforce . . . . . . . page 4
we need to create the infrastructure to
• Reorganization of Foreign Trade
Save the Date – January 19, 2012! support it: wet-lab space, other research
facilities, stronger ties to local universi- Zone Status . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
VCEDA will celebrate 63 years as the voice of business ties and colleges and access to capital.
Other things to keep an eye on: the • About VCEDA . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6
VCEDA will hold its 63rd Annual Installation in conjunction with EDC-VC’s 2012 elections and state ballot measures, • VCEDA’s Holiday Bash . . . . . . page 7
changes in Workers Compensation Insur-
15th Annual Meeting on January 19, 2012. This year’s event
ance system, pension reform, the state • EDC-VC Small Business
“Go Global…Stay Local” will take place at Spanish Hills Country Club in budget, local regulations that negatively
Camarillo and will bring together over 200 business and community leaders impact business and the economy. Development Center. . . . . page 8
from across the county. As the region’s voice of business, VCEDA • VCEDA Membership Application
The annual meeting is a great way to kick off the New Year as we celebrate will be monitoring these and other eco-
nomic activities in the region. We will do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
accomplishments and install the 2012 Directors. There will be great food,
our best to keep VCEDA members up to
entertainment and plenty of opportunities to network. The cost to attend is date on the latest developments and we • Member News . . . . . . . . . Page 10-11
$75 for VCEDA or EDC-VC members and $95 for non-members. will take action to support and protect • VCEDA/EDC-VC Joint Annual Meeting
For information on sponsorships opportunities and/or to make a the economic vitality of Ventura County.
reservation, see page 12 or call VCEDA at 676-1332. Make sure to read the VCEDA News and . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
check our website (www.vceda.org).
We’re looking forward to another great event! Your support of our efforts is greatly ap-
preciated.

2 VC EDA News A VCEDA Sponsored Supplement December 2011

Sustainability Efforts: Regulation Not Required Chairman’s
Metrics exist today to measure the dol-
lar value of a company’s impact on the
ment. This was apparent at the recent
VCEDA Business Opportunities Confer-
Sharon Dwyer, economic and work-
force development project manager for Message
environment, but reason would seem ence. the Ventura County Community College
to dictate that in lieu of regulation, The almost 200 people in attendance District, spoke about the current and
companies would not voluntarily go took a quick survey based on questions emerging occupations that are required
through the valuation process and espe- from a fall 2011 survey of 4,700 global to meet the sustainability needs of busi-
cially not want any negative impact to business executives conducted by MIT nesses. Workers are being trained to-
be publicized. Yet some companies are Sloan Management Review. Seventy- day for “green” jobs at Ventura County
doing both--and for economically ratio- eight percent of those responding at community colleges and adult schools.
nal reasons. the conference felt pursuing sustainabil- Sharon pointed out that businesses are
The valuation process gives business- ity-related strategies were necessary to not alone if they want to reduce waste
es insight to where they may have the be competitive (versus 67 percent of the and energy costs. There are plenty of
largest environmental impact and po- MIT responders) and 71 percent believed resources for businesses at state, county
tentially highest risk or opportunity. Be- their company’s commitment to sustain- and city levels. For Power Point presen-
yond developing a more efficient use of ability by way of management attention tations containing valuable links and in-
resources, this process may reveal other and investment would increase in 2012 formation from all conference speakers,
solutions such as mitigation technology (versus 74 percent nationally). go to the VCEDA website (vceda.org). Bill Camarillo, Chairman
and substitutes for existing resources. Keynote speaker Rob Westberg, direc- The year is quickly coming to an end
First-adopters of a measurable sustain- tor of facilities at Amgen, discussed the
and it’s time to set our sights on 2012.
ability effort have the opportunity to steps that Amgen followed that have Ventura County businesses
Plan to attend VCEDA’s 63rd annual in-
differentiate their company and capture lead to the success of its sustainability are taking sustainability
stallation get-together Thursday, Janu-
market share. These sustainability lead- program first launched in 2007. These
ary 19 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at seriously. They are truly
ers may use this information to minimize steps can apply to any business, large or
Spanish Hills Country Club. The event is seeing the value of being
the environmental and business risks small:
in conjunction with EDC-VC’s 15th an-
involved in specific operations and to --Know where you are efficient and are seeking
nual meeting. The focus is “Go Global…
protect near term profits and long-term --Have a strategy out ideas that will not only
Stay Local” and will certainly give every-
continuity. --Set goals
one who attends much to think about as save money, but also save
Ventura County businesses are taking --Improve what you have
we start 2012. Happy holidays to every- the environment.
sustainability seriously. They are truly --Plan for the future
one and I look forward to prosperous
seeing the value of being efficient and --Build sustainability into the core of
your business and successful New Year.
are seeking out ideas that will not only
save money, but also save the environ- --Announce results

VCEDA Chairman’s Circle Members

December 2011 VC EDA News A VCEDA Sponsored Supplement 3

VCEDA Board of Directors
Executive Tom Cohen Sandy Smith
Committee: Alston + Bird LLP Sespe Consulting, Inc.

Bill Camarillo, Henry Dubroff Douglas Tapking
Pacific Coast Business Area Housing Authority
Chairman
Times of Ventura County
Agromin

Mike Silacci, Tom Gaughan Robert Wardell
Coastal Occupational St. John’s Regional
Immediate Past Chair/
Medical Group Medical Center
Treasurer
AT&T Susie Geiger Rob Westberg
Vintage Production Amgen
Ellen Brown,
California, LLC
Volt Workforce Solutions
Celina Zacarias
Mark Charney, Randall George CSU Channel Islands
Nordman Cormany Hair
Nordman Cormany Hair
& Compton LLP
& Compton LLP
Lifetime:
Nan Drake, Ron Golden
Chicago Title Insurance
E.J. Harrison & Sons, Sue Chadwick
Company
Inc.
Rudy Gonzales
Santa Barbara Bank &
Trust The 2011-2012 Ventura County
Ron Greenwood,
Global Energy &
Southern California
Edison
Marc Charney Statistical Abstract is now available!
Technology, Inc. Nordman Cormany Hair
Scott Harris & Compton LLP The 22nd edition of the VCSA con- nance projections from the 2000
Mitchel Kahn,
Mustang Marketing tains over 125 pages of statistics on Census, which were revised in 2007,
Nelson Comis Kahn & Ed Lyon
Ventura County and its cities. The and new data from the 2010 Cen-
Sepulveda LLP Susan Hersberger Fellowship of Christian
Athletes book contains the most extensive sus. More detailed information on
Aera Energy LLC compilation of data in the area, in- the VCSA and how to obtain it can
Charles Maxey,
Ph.D. Keith Hinkle Stacy Roscoe cluding new population projections be found at the publication web site:
California Lutheran and demographics to 2020 based http://www.cummingsresearch.com /
Pepperdine University
University on the California Department of Fi- web-content/vcsa.htm
Ex-Officio:
Joseph Kreutz
David Ossentjuk, County Commerce Bank
Musik Peeler & Garrett William Buenger
LLP John Krist World Affairs Council
Farm Bureau of Ventura
Howard Smith, Darren Kettle
County
Morgan Stanley Smith Ventura County
Barney George Leis Transportation
Santa Barbara Bank Commission
& Trust
Directors: Jill Lederer
Melissa Sayer Federated Chambers of
Brian Beggs Arnold Bleuel LaRochelle Ventura County
Houweling Nurseries Mathews & Zirbel LLP
Captain
Will Berg Mark Sellers David Sasek
Oxnard Harbor District Jackson DeMarco Naval Base Ventura
Tidus Peckenpaugh County
Dan Boughey LLP
Rabobank Bruce Stenslie
David Shore EDC-VC
Al Cardona TWIW Insurance
BMW of North America Services, LLC Dick Thomson
Ventura County
Jaime Casillas William Sims Taxpayers Association
Ventura County Procter & Gamble
Community College Paper Products
District Staff:
David Smith
John Chamberlain United Way of Ventura Bill Buratto
Limoneira Company County President/CEO

George Cogswell Mike Smith Darlene Ruz
Ventura County Star Waste Management Vice President

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To advocate for policies, legislation and programs that stimulate
business and a vital economy as the foundation for a vibrant quality
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Oxnard Harbor District Port of Hueneme receives Go
Ahead for Reorganization of Foreign Trade Zone Status

Last Spring the Oxnard a major burden on
Harbor District Port of applicants.” Many FTZs
Hueneme initiated a that had been approved
program to streamline were lying fallow because
the process for local it was just too cumbersome
companies relying on to activate them.
imports to qualify for a federal program The rules change makes it easier to
reducing import tariff charges. broaden the boundaries of the zone to
The move reorganizing Foreign Trade a more recognizable area (such as the
Zones under the Government’s new boundaries of Ventura County) and to
Alternative Site Framework (ASF) expands move applications through the process in
the area covered by the District’s grant of 30 days.
authority covers all of Ventura County. As the Grantee for FTZ 205, the District
Companies applying under the ASF and chose to make the application to operate
complying with established FTZ rules and under the new rules.
regulations could anticipate receiving
With this approval, the FTZ can reach
zone status within 30 days of application.
out, for example, to manufacturers in
Further, up to 2,000 acres in Ventura
Ventura County who take in foreign
County is now available for Foreign Trade
raw materials, for their manufacturing
Zone compliant operations.
processes. Finished products shipped
Manufacturers operating within the out of the country as an export, are not
County’s FTZ are able to import raw subject to customs fees. Or if the product
materials and parts for use within the is kept in America, the fee could be
Zone without paying the usual Customs greatly reduced.
tariffs. This ability allows importers to
operate at a lower cost, creating the “The Board of Harbor Commissioners
opportunity to increase profitability and is proud to announce the activation of
allowing for reinvestment of savings for up to 2000 acres of Foreign Trade Zone
expansion thus creating more jobs. eligible land in Ventura County, “said
Board President Jess Herrera. “We hope
The addition of 2,000 acres to Ventura
local businesses will take advantage
County’s FTZ 205 could also entice
of this opportunity and the benefits it
businesses looking to relocate to stay.
provides for economic development and
Ventura County now becomes more
job creation”.
attractive for companies outside the area
to relocate in the County. FTZs help level the competition between
American and foreign companies. The
FTZs were established in the 1930s to
Oxnard Harbor District has long been an
encourage the use of foreign imports to
economic engine for Ventura County, by
spur American manufacturing, imports
providing the opportunity for businesses
that had been damaged by tariff acts.
in global trade and now, more than ever,
Like many well-intention government
as a catalyst to help grow businesses in
programs, this one did not change with
our county.
the times – the need for speed and
flexibility demanded in today’s global According to Board Commissioner
economy. Mary Anne Rooney, “reorganizing
Foreign Trade Zone # 205 to include
The Harbor District has been the local
any site within the County aids trade
grantee for FTZ 205 in Ventura County
development agencies in attracting
since 1994. Customers with operations
businesses interested in relocating and
at the port, (BMW of North America,
for instance) use the FTZ. The Foreign makes a compelling case for retaining
Trade Zones Board recently decided that those companies involved in foreign
the process for using the FTZ system trade looking to stay in the County.”
was “overly complicated, outdated, For More Information contact:
time-consuming, consumed too much Will Berg
in government resources and imposed Oxnard Harbor District


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NEW MEMBER: NEW MEMBER:
Brightwave Energy Cypress Environsystems
also developed and manufactures
the Wireless Steam Trap Monitor
(WSTM), which detects steam leaks
and failures, thereby avoiding ex-
pensive energy loss. The applica-
Cypress Envirosystems (cypressen-
tion of wireless technology to mod-
virosystems.com) is the Silicon Val-
ernize HVAC and steam distribution
ley-based company that developed
systems for energy efficiency in ex-
Brightwave Energy is an energy program you choose, our goal is the Wireless Pneumatic Thermostat
isting facilities (with payback of in-
consulting company focused on improved sustainability and cost (WPT), which reduces energy use
stallation costs within 12-16 months)
energy conservation, alternative reduction for your site. by retrofitting existing pneumatic
without disruption to occupants and
and advanced fuels. We are also thermostats without rewiring, and
operations, is valuable to VCEDA
passionate about sustainability. Contact either Paul Hullar, integrates with a buildings’ energy
Our focus is to reduce your cost founder and CEO of Brighwave, members and building owners com-
management system. Cypress Envi-
while, in tandem, reducing your or Stephanie Carol, Director of mitted to the continuous improve-
rosytems (CE) has applied wireless
carbon footprint. In two phases Business Development. ment of energy performance and
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NEW MEMBER: Ventura County Express Employment
Pacific Oaks Federal Credit Union Professionals Office Earns Top Awards

The Oxnard Express County area,” Mc-
Employment Profes- Millan said. “SALES
sionals office earned Summit has inspired
top honors at the our office with in-
international staff- novative ways to im-
ing firm’s SALES Summit regional prove service to our clients and as-
meeting held on Sept. 17 in Irvine, sociates. We are excited about what
according to Neil McMillan, local the next year holds for Express.”
Founded in 1948 on the Point economical checking accounts are
Express owner. The Oxnard Express Employment
Mugu military base, Pacific Oaks just a few of the services members The Oxnard Express office Professionals office began op-
Federal Credit Union is the oldest, enjoy. received a total of nine awards – eration in 2006 and just this year
locally-based financial institution Pacific Oaks is committed to four first place, three second place, opened a second location in West-
in the county. its mission: Fulfilling members’ and two third place – for excellence lake Village to better serve all of
With branches in Camarillo, dreams, one member at a time. and achievement in sales, recruit- Ventura County, with temporary
Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, and Their long-term, local, service- ment and job placement. help and direct hire employees in
SALES Summit allowed Ex- a variety of fields, including admin-
Ventura, the credit union is driven employees live that mission
press franchisees and their office istrative, light industrial, financial,
squarely focused on providing every day. The credit union’s staff to participate in learning ses- technical, sales and more.
exceptional banking services contact center, headquarters, and sions that focused on recruiting and Worldwide, Express Employment
to people throughout Ventura mortgage people are all right retention strategies, understand- Professionals puts nearly 300,000
County. As part of a nationwide here, in our county. ing their local markets, building in- people to work each year and has
network of 28,000 surcharge- The credit union also believes ternal teams, providing world-class over 550 offices in four countries.
free ATM’s, Pacific Oaks offers its in service to its community, and customer service and improving Express provides expertise in eval-
communication with customers. uation hire, temporary staffing,
members the best possible banking commits enormous time, energy,
Meetings were held in Charlotte, professional search and human re-
combination: Big time convenience and resources toward improving
N.C., Detroit, Irvine, Calif., Orlando, sources and works across a wide
with hometown service. financial literacy, particularly Fla., Philadelphia, and Seattle, and variety of industries. Sales for the
Whether you’re a seasoned among the young people in our were attended by more than 700 Oklahoma City-based company
homebuyer or just getting your county. representatives from over 550 Ex- totaled more than $1.9 billion in
first credit card, Pacific Oaks has Pacific Oaks invites you to see press offices across North America. 2010.
all the banking services you need, just how wonderful a banking “It was incredible to be rec- The Oxnard office, located at 445
ognized for our achievements this E. Esplanade Drive, is currently ac-
even as those needs change. relationship can be by calling 384-
past year, and we can’t wait to use cepting applications. For more in-
Free online and mobile banking, 1100, or visiting them online at
the information and ideas we re- formation, call 805.973.1870, or
exceptional auto loans, and www.pacificoaksfcu.org. ceived to better serve the Ventura visit www.expresspros.com.


Member News cont’d.
State of the Art Video Wall Technology from Wilshire Media Systems
Wows Military Crowd at Aeronautics & Space Conference in Long Beach
sources--from a network system not just glorified television panels. Reservoir Operations Center for use
or from external sources including The quantity and quality of data in flood risk reduction. The six-panel
remote video, satellite television that can be placed on the wall is just video wall, with video conferencing
and video conferencing,” says Brian about unlimited.” A video wall can be integration, monitors dams, reservoirs
Wilshire Media Systems showed Smith, Wilshire’s federal accounts installed with as few as two panels and waterways within the district.
off the latest video wall technology manager. “It’s a fully integrated and can accommodate as many as 200 Smith believes the new wall
at the 11th American Institute of network design. From a security panels without additional software panel design is a leap in technology.
Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA) standpoint, we work with individual or external hardware “It’s a game changer,” says Smith.
Space Conference in Long Beach. The government and business entities to “Unlike most analog “Whether they are used in a secure
video wall is specifically designed ensure the design adheres to their projection systems currently in use, government installation or in a
for command and control centers, approval process.” the Wilshire video wall can display business environment, the access
situational awareness analysis, science Some conference attendees very large-sized imagery files, and to large quantities of instant data
and engineering, communications already used video walls but maintain the image’s native resolution and lighting-speed worldwide
and conference rooms making it ideal expressed disappointment with as it is expanded across the wall,” says communication will soon be
for military and aerospace users who their performance and difficulty in Smith. “This provides the user with standard.
require high-resolution data, imagery use. “The new systems are equipped a truly unparalleled view of their Wilshire Media Systems
and video display. with intuitive user controls that are subject of interest. The feature has is based in Thousand Oaks, Calif.
Wilshire’s AIAA booth integrated into the system for easy clear applications for scientific study, and is a division of Wilshire Home
featured at 10 foot wide, 9-panel use including wireless access from an military operations and aerospace Entertainment. For more information,
ultra-definition video wall. “Video iPad interface,” says Smith. “Most of design.” contact Smith at BrianSmith@
walls have been around for awhile but the hardware is built into the panels Wilshire recently installed WilshireHE.com, 310-343-3601 or visit
new, ground-breaking technology so the system has a very small physical a media wall for the Army Corp w w w.WilshireMediaSystems.com.
enables the end user to now display footprint. The panels are designed of Engineers Los Angeles District. For a short video on the system, go to
information from any number of specifically for this purpose and are The wall system was installed in its Wilshire Video Wall.

John M. Andersen Joins Nordman Cormany Hair & Compton LLP
as Chair of Firm’s Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Law Group
Ventura documents and representing clients his unparalleled level of experience About Nordman Cormany Hair &
County- in probate and trust administration. in estate and trust planning and Compton LLP
b a s e d He also advises businesses, property probate.” Nordman Cormany Hair & Compton
law firm owners and investors on wealth Andersen is admitted to practice (NCHC) LLP has provided trusted
Nordman transfer and business succession and law in California and Washington and counsel for more than 70 years
Cormany charitable gift planning. Andersen is authorized to practice before the offering broad and advanced legal
Hair & was previously with Perkins Coie’s Internal Revenue Service. He received representation for individual and
Compton, Seattle office. his B.A. in history from UCLA in 1986 business clients of all sizes in a vast
LLP (NCHC) This is Andersen’s second stint with and J.D. in 1992 from the University array of industries throughout the
John M. Anderson announced NCHC. He was an associate with the United States. NCHC provides legal
of California, Hastings College of the
that John firm in the early 1990s when he was Law. Andersen is a member of trusts services in business, corporate and
M. Andersen has joined the firm as fresh out of law school. “We are very and estates sections of the California individual litigation, employment
a partner and as chair of the firm’s excited that John has returned to State Bar and the Ventura County Bar and labor law, business and
Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Law Nordman,” says Randall H. George, Association. He is a frequent speaker commercial law, bankruptcy law
Group. partner and member of the firm’s on estate planning topics. family law, real estate and land use,
Andersen is a California State executive committee. “When John “I had a wonderful experience environmental law, oil and gas law,
Bar certified specialist in estate first came to our firm, we were at Nordman the first time,” says administrative and public entity
planning, trust and probate law, impressed with him. Family reasons Andersen. “I worked with colleagues law, intellectual property, taxation
assisting individuals and families moved him to San Francisco and whom I respected as I just started my and estate planning, probate, and
with planning, drafting and eventually Seattle. We’re thrilled to practice. I’m glad to be back. trust law. For more information,
implementing estate planning have him back, bringing with him visit www.nchc.com.

VCCCD Workplace Learning Resource Center Aids NBVC Cyber Security
Beginning in 2007 the Ventura and CompTIA Security+ motivated trainees have led program which is a pathway for
County Community College District’s to help their employees to CompTIA certification existing CompTIA certification holders
Workplace Learning Resource Center who conduct information pass rates of 85% over the to keep their certifications current
and the Computer Networking Program assurance functions meet dozen CompTIA training which is required by the Department
at Oxnard College, led by Professor the Department of Defense courses conducted over of Defense.
Alex Lynch, have worked together to Directive 8570. the past 4 years. We look
conduct contract education IT training This has been a successful forward to continue
for employees of US Navy Base Ventura partnership over the past to provide the existing For more information, contact:
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