Collaborating for Success: How Small Businesses Can Build Powerful Partnerships
TL;DR Collaboration isn’t just a handshake — it’s a shared growth engine. Venice small business owners who partner strategically can reach new audiences, pool resources, reduce costs, and increase community visibility. Start with clear goals, complementary strengths, and transparent agreements to ensure a win-win outcome.Why Collaboration Works (and When It Doesn’t) Small businesses in Venice thrive when they link arms instead of competing for every inch of market share. Partnerships can unlock access to
City of LA - Round 3 Microenterprise Grant Program
GRANT NOW OPEN | Round 3 Microenterprise Grant Program Application Deadline: Monday, December 8th, 2025 The Microenterprise Recovery Grant provides grants to eligible microenterprises located in the City of Los Angeles that need financial assistance to aid in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The business may not have received any other financial assistance from federal, state, or local sources. To receive assistance through any City, State, or Federal program. Funds can be used to cover the costs
PSA: The Annual Santa Monica-Venice Christmas Run on December 13, 2025
Dear Community Member, I'm reaching out this morning to share an update with you regarding the Annual Santa Monica Venice Christmas Run from the streets of Venice on Saturday morning, December 13th, 2025. In my attempt to engage the community and raise awareness about the event, I will be canvassing the race route starting this afternoon. I have event flyers to distribute and will seek your support in a petition signature campaign. If you have a preferred time to meet in person in the
