JUST ONE WEEK AWAY! ARE YOU READY TO PUT AI TO WORK? What if AI could save you HOURS every week, simplify your workload, and help you make smarter business decisions? The future of business is already here, and you don't need to be a tech expert to take advantage of it! JOIN US NEXT TUESDAY! BBB Serving the Tri-Counties and Coastal Intelligence invite you to PUT AI TO WORK IN YOUR BUSINESS, a FREE, 90-minute virtual workshop packed with practical tools you can start using immediately! HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: WORK SMARTER: Save valuable time by streamlining everyday tasks. PROMPT LIKE A PRO: Learn how to get better, more useful results from AI. MAKE SMARTER DECISIONS: Discover how AI can help analyze your business data and uncover opportunities. TAKE ACTION: Walk away with practical strategies you can put to work right away! Learn directly from AI experts Jim Sterne and Mark Sylvester of Coastal Intelligence! Tuesday, October 20, 2026 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Pacific Time 100% VIRTUAL | 100% FREE! BONUS! Your registration includes a LIVE AI Q&A session one week later! CAN'T ATTEND LIVE? Register anyway and receive the workshop recording! DON'T GET LEFT BEHIND. GET AI WORKING FOR YOU! REGISTER FREE TODAY! coastalintelligence.ai/offer… Tag a fellow business owner, entrepreneur, or colleague who could benefit from this workshop! #BBBServingTheTriCounties #CoastalIntelligence #PutAIToWork #ArtificialIntelligence #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessGrowth #AIForBusiness #WorkSmarterNotHarder #FreeWebinar #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbaraCounty #SanLuisObispoCounty

Ready to put AI to work in your business? Join BBB and Coastal Intelligence for a free, practical 90-minute virtual workshop designed for business owners and leaders. Learn how to write better AI prompts, save time, and use AI to analyze your business. Jim Sterne and Mark Sylvester will guide the session, with a bonus live Q&A one week later. 📅 Tuesday, October 20 🕚 11:00 AM–12:30 PM PT 💻 Free and virtual Can’t attend live? Register to receive the recording. Save your spot: coastalintelligence.ai/offer…

🎉 It’s Milestone Monday! BBB Serving the Tri-Counties proudly welcomes 32 newly Accredited Businesses for August! Congratulations on this exciting milestone and your commitment to trust in our community. Watch and see the full list: youtube.com/shorts/6zhN_Ce81… #MilestoneMonday #BBBAccredited #BusinessesYouCanTrust

📷 SAVE THE DATE! Put AI to Work in Your Business 📷📷 AI is changing the way businesses work — but how can you put it to practical use in your business? BBB Serving the Tri-Counties, in collaboration with Coastal Intelligence, invites business owners and leaders to save the date for a FREE virtual workshop designed to help you better understand and put AI to work. 📷 Tuesday, October 20 📷 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Pacific Time 📷 Virtual Workshop 📷 FREE to attend Whether you're already experimenting with AI or wondering where to begin, this workshop will provide practical insights for today's business environment. Registration details are coming soon — for now, mark your calendar! Presented by BBB Serving the Tri-Counties + Coastal Intelligence #PutAIToWork #ArtificialIntelligence #AIForBusiness #SmallBusiness #BusinessOwners #BusinessLeadership #BBB #BBBTriCounties #CoastalIntelligence #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbaraCounty #SanLuisObispoCounty

🎉 Welcome our July 2026 BBB Accredited Businesses! 🎉 youtube.com/shorts/CM309xblZ… Congratulations to the 42 businesses across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties that earned BBB Accreditation this past month! By becoming BBB Accredited, these businesses have demonstrated their commitment to the BBB Standards for Trust, including honesty, transparency, responsiveness, and integrity. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding businesses on this important milestone! 👏 📺 Watch the full Milestone Monday video to see all of our newest Accredited Businesses. #BBB #BBBServingTheTriCounties #MilestoneMonday #BBBAccredited #SupportLocalBusiness #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbaraCounty #SanLuisObispoCounty #BusinessIntegrity #TrustedBusiness

Today we're celebrating the businesses that have earned 10, 20, 30, and 40 years of BBB Accreditation! youtube.com/shorts/egj4ChI0M… These milestone businesses have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to trust, integrity, and ethical business practices throughout Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties. Congratulations to all of our July 2026 BBB Milestone Businesses, and thank you for helping build stronger, more trustworthy communities. Watch the full Milestone Monday video and help us celebrate these outstanding Accredited Businesses! #BBB #BBBTriCounties #MilestoneMonday #BBBAccreditedBusiness #SupportLocalBusiness #BusinessEthics #TrustMatters #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbaraCounty #SanLuisObispoCounty

It's Milestone Monday! 🎉 youtube.com/shorts/c7YK9qpWK… Please join BBB Serving the Tri-Counties in congratulating our BBB Accredited Businesses celebrating their 1-year and 5-year Accreditation anniversaries this month! Thank you for your continued commitment to honesty, integrity, and ethical business practices. Your dedication helps strengthen trust in our communities throughout Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties. Congratulations on this important milestone—we're proud to have you as part of the BBB family! View this month's Milestone Monday video to see all of our honorees. #BBB #BBBAccredited #MilestoneMonday #BusinessAnniversary #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #Trust #Integrity #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbara #SanLuisObispo

🎬 BBB in Pop Culture! Did you know the Better Business Bureau has been referenced in television shows, movies, news programs, and other memorable moments throughout the decades? This fun video montage showcases how the BBB has become woven into the fabric of everyday life while continuing its mission of advancing marketplace trust. We're proud that BBB of the Tri-Counties is represented as part of the network of 92 independently operated Better Business Bureaus serving communities across the United States and Canada. Every local BBB plays an important role in helping consumers make informed decisions and encouraging businesses to uphold the highest standards of honesty and integrity. 🎥 Watch the video: youtu.be/TD8IZMIFttE?si=l7V8… A special thank you and congratulations to BBB Chicago & Northern Illinois for producing this creative tribute in celebration of the BBB's rich history and lasting impact. #BetterBusinessBureau #BBBTriCounties #StartWithTrust #MarketplaceTrust #ConsumerConfidence

🎉 Milestone Monday! 🎉 Please join us in welcoming 39 new BBB Accredited Businesses that earned their accreditation in June 2026! 👏 youtube.com/shorts/azrQWZCQK… These businesses have demonstrated their commitment to BBB's Standards for Trust, including honesty, transparency, integrity, and outstanding customer service. 📍 June 2026 New Accredited Businesses ✅ Ventura County: 22 ✅ Santa Barbara County: 9 ✅ San Luis Obispo County: 8 Congratulations to all of our newest BBB Accredited Businesses! Thank you for your commitment to building a more trustworthy marketplace throughout California's Central Coast. Learn more about BBB Accreditation and find trusted local businesses at: 🌐 bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-servin… #MilestoneMonday #BBBTriCounties #BBBAccredited #SupportLocal #BusinessTrust #VenturaCounty #SantaBarbaraCounty #SanLuisObispoCounty

🎉 Milestone Monday! 🎉 youtube.com/shorts/uMTJ0hfFp… Congratulations to our BBB Accredited Businesses celebrating 10, 20, 30, and 40 years of Accreditation this June! Your continued commitment to trust, integrity, and outstanding customer service has made a lasting impact on our communities. Thank you for setting the standard for ethical business practices. Here's to many more years of success! 👏 🎥 Watch this week's Milestone Monday video and help us celebrate these outstanding businesses! #MilestoneMonday #BBB #BBBAccreditedBusiness #BusinessAnniversary #SupportLocal #TrustedBusiness #ConsumerTrust

🤖 Curious about AI but unsure about the risks? Join us tomorrow for a FREE webinar: ABCs of AI: Uses and Risks presented in partnership with BBB National Programs. Artificial Intelligence is transforming how businesses and nonprofits operate, but understanding the opportunities and potential pitfalls is more important than ever. Learn about the benefits, risks, and legal considerations of AI tools from Laura Protzman, attorney with the National Advertising Division (NAD) and Project Lead for BBB National Programs' AI Chatbot Accountability Initiative. 📅 Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT 💻 Cost: Free Register here: register.gotowebinar.com/reg… This webinar is ideal for small businesses, nonprofits, and anyone interested in understanding AI from a practical and compliance-focused perspective. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #SmallBusiness #Nonprofit #BusinessEducation #TrustMatters #BBBTriCounties Can't attend live? Register anyway to receive access to the recording.

In a recent episode of Enterprise Radio, BBB Serving the Tri-Counties President & CEO Rick Copelan shares insights on today's most common scams, warning signs to watch for, and practical steps consumers can take to protect themselves. From phishing texts and imposter scams to online marketplace fraud, staying informed is one of your best defenses. 🎧 Listen to the podcast: epodcastnetwork.com/better-b… 💡 Before you click, pay, or share personal information, take a moment to verify. Visit BBB Scam Tracker to search and report scams, helping others avoid becoming victims. #ScamAlert #ConsumerProtection #BBB #ScamPrevention #StaySafeOnline #MarketplaceTrust #BBBTriCounties

🎉 Milestone Monday: Welcome Our New Accredited Businesses! 🎉 Please join us in celebrating the businesses that earned BBB Accreditation during the month of May! 🌟 These companies have made a commitment to uphold the BBB Standards for Trust and demonstrate their dedication to serving consumers with integrity. 👏 Congratulations and welcome to the BBB family! 🏆 San Luis Obispo County • Central Coast Plumbing Services • DrPKLyfe LLC • Easy Eight Moving and Hauling LLC • Hirsch Farm Paso Olive Oil • Kelly Landscaping & Handyman • Mendez Roofing • Nester Construction Inc • RAD Garage Door Services • San Luis Bay Realty • Sewer-Oscopy West LLC • Shaggy Dog Grooming • SLO Auto Glass & Tint • SLO Septic Pumping, LLC 🏆 Santa Barbara County • ActiveClean Air • Aloha Foundation Repair • Belrose Estate Jewelers • Bravo's Diesel Service • Canon Vaults • Ganschow Law • Integrative Self • Liquid Edge Epoxy Floors • Montecito Business Journal • Rose Electronics of Santa Barbara, LLC • Scenic Route Landscaping 🏆 Ventura County • AE Roofing • Atom Electric • B D Quality Roofing Corporation • Beltran Notary Services • Bespoke By Custom Styches • Carfection Auto Body • Gold Coast Permitting • Hindsight Environmental • JBI Integration Solutions and Cabling Inc. • Los Amigos Auto Mechanic • Marquez Home Repairs • Marroquin Painting and Carpentry • Modeno Builders, Inc. • Mr. Make 'em Happy Handyman Services • My Hair Helpers - Head Lice Removal Salon • Ojai Mountain • Platinum Energy and Construction • Ramírez Janitorial Services • Stan The Screen Man • Studio Cortez • Thrive Neuropsychology, Inc. Thank you for joining a community that values trust, transparency, and ethical business practices. We look forward to supporting your success! #MilestoneMonday #NewAccreditedBusinesses #BBB #BBBTriCounties #TrustMatters #AccreditedBusiness #BusinessExcellence

🎉 It’s #MilestoneMonday! 🎉 Today, BBB Serving the Tri-Counties is proud to celebrate our Accredited Businesses reaching incredible milestones of 10, 20, 30, and even 40 YEARS of BBB Accreditation! 👏💙 Your commitment to trust, integrity, and serving our community with excellence continues to make a lasting impact across the Tri-Counties. Thank you for being part of the BBB family and for setting the standard for ethical business practices. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding businesses on their achievements! 🏆 #BBBTriCounties #BBBAccredited #BusinessExcellence #CommunityStrong #TrustedBusiness #MilestoneMonday

Please join us in welcoming our newest BBB Accredited Businesses across the Tri-Counties! We’re proud to support these trusted businesses committed to integrity and excellence in our community 👏 youtube.com/shorts/ipw1IQcrc… San Luis Obispo County Central Coast Sotheby's International Realty – San Luis Obispo DrPKLyfe LLC – Arroyo Grande Neighbor Direct Delivers – Templeton St. Denis Electric, Inc. – Arroyo Grande Santa Barbara County Fused Electric LLC – Lompoc Rose Electronics of Santa Barbara, LLC – Goleta Ventura County 770 Water Damage & Restoration – Westlake Village Home with Heart Services Inc – Camarillo Kurz Electric – Oxnard Onsight Calibration – Ventura Ramírez Janitorial Services – Oxnard Support local. Choose businesses you can trust 🤝 #BBBTriCounties #WelcomeWednesday

Milestone Monday | April New Accredited Businesses (2026) Youtube: youtube.com/shorts/tz9BwYajS… We’re proud to recognize our newest BBB Accredited Businesses across the Tri-Counties! These companies have committed to upholding the BBB Standards for Trust and serving our communities with integrity. From home services and construction to wellness, real estate, and local retail, these businesses help keep our region strong and thriving. Join us in celebrating and supporting these outstanding local businesses! #BBBTriCounties #MilestoneMonday #SupportLocal #BBBAccredited #BetterBusiness

Milestone Monday | March 2026 youtube.com/shorts/UmMGFJFpk… We’re proud to welcome new BBB members across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties. These businesses represent a wide range of industries helping our communities grow and thrive. From home services and construction to healthcare, finance, and more, each of these companies is committed to serving the Central Coast with integrity and trust. Join us in supporting these local businesses and strengthening our community. #BBBTriCounties #SupportLocal #MilestoneMonday #NewMembers #BetterBusiness

🚨 Urgent Consumer Alert for Tri-Counties Residents 🚨 The BBB is warning our community about a traveling paving scam already reported in San Luis Obispo County and the Santa Ynez Valley—and it may now be moving into Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. Scammers are going door-to-door offering “discounted” paving services, often claiming leftover materials. These offers may seem legitimate but can lead to poor work, inflated charges, and costly repairs—especially impacting seniors. ⚠️ Protect yourself: • Avoid unsolicited door-to-door offers • Don’t agree to work on the spot • Get multiple written estimates • Verify contractor licenses • Never pay cash without a contract If you’ve been approached, report it and help protect others. Awareness is key. #ScamAlert #ConsumerProtection #BBB #BBBTriCounties #StayAlert

Milestone Monday – February 2026 Legacy Accredited Businesses youtube.com/shorts/snhgMHFb6… At BBB Serving the Tri-Counties, we are proud to celebrate businesses that have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to trust, integrity, and customer service. This February, we recognize these companies reaching 15, 20, and 25 years of BBB Accreditation. 15 Years American Gold Metals LLC - Westlake Village (Feb 2011) GW Environmental Consulting Company - Westlake Village (Jan 2011) Mike Rovner Construction, Inc. - Moorpark (Feb 2011) Mountain Pacific Builders, Inc. - San Luis Obispo (Jan 2011) PRO Import Tuners - Ventura (Feb 2011) S M G Painting, Inc. - Santa Barbara (Jan 2011) Shur Roofing Company - Ventura (Feb 2011) Sideshow Collectibles - Thousand Oaks (Jan 2011) State Street Jewelry and Loan - Santa Barbara (Feb 2011) Taxchampions - Ventura (Feb 2011) 20 Years All American Advisors, Inc. - Orcutt (Feb 2006) Brian Frick Painting - Goleta (Feb 2006) Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach - Ventura (Jan 2006) Integrity Systems - Atascadero (Jan 2006) JTS, Inc. - Arroyo Grande (Jan 2006) RealtyStore.com - Thousand Oaks (Jan 2006) Troesh Coleman Pacific, Inc. - Nipomo (Feb 2006) Vickie's Pampered Pet - Ventura (Feb 2006) 25 Years Bassett Rain Gutters, Inc. - Santa Maria (Feb 2001) Lewis Plumbing - Santa Barbara (Feb 2001) Meathead Movers - San Luis Obispo (Feb 2001) New Era Debt Solutions - Camarillo (Feb 2001) Congratulations to these businesses for their dedication to building trust in our community for decades. #BBBTriCounties #MilestoneMonday #BBBAccredited #TrustedBusiness #SupportLocalBusiness