NFIB California

Who better to guide us through the tricky terrain of California's new labor and employment laws effective January 1, 2024, than compliance expert Ben Ebbink of Fisher Phillips, Sacramento? Join your host for this episode, Tim Taylor, as he and Ben discuss the increasing paid sick leave from three to five days under SB616 and its potential impact on small businesses. They'll also share other types of leave, including family and medical leave, underscoring that these laws now extend to even the smallest employers in the Golden State. Then on to a couple of more contentious bills, SB 553 and SB 848. The former mandates employers to create a written workplace violence prevention plan, conduct annual training, and maintain a violence incident log for five years. The latter, initially aimed at preventing employers from forcing employees to intervene in organized retail theft, underwent amendment with the removal of this requirement. You'll hear the importance of addressing hazards like shoplifting and armed robbery in the workplace with employees. As the conversation continues, there's emphasis on focusing on the complexities of implementing employment laws in California. There's more as Tim and Ben scrutinize reproductive loss leave, its limitations, and lack of required documentation. Big and bold is the subject of the legalization of cannabis in California, its challenges and the intricacies of proving impairment in cases of driving under the influence. With this discussion, we hope to provide some clarity and guidance to navigate these intricate laws and essential understanding of them. To learn more from Ben Ebbink visit www.fisherphillips.com To learn more about the NFIB visit www.NFIB.com/California

Navigating today's challenging waters as a small business is no easy feat. Join your host, John Kabateck as he talks with James Beckwith, CEO of Five Star Bank, as they discuss valuable insights on the ever-evolving economic conditions, the fluctuating interest rates, and their impact on small businesses. They touch on important lessons learned from the pandemic exemplified by tthe success story of a small business making bold moves amidst these crises. And what about the commercial real estate market? Certainly, any small bank can attest to the challenges in the category, or are they opportunities? With James's expert perspective, the conversation unravels the challenges and opportunities small businesses might face in this arena. Jame's provides a reassuring outlook on the current state of the banking industry, leaving us all a bit more informed. Lastly, the often-underestimated essence of a robust relationship between small businesses and their banks is reiterated. The episode closes with the explanation of the expansion of Five Star Bank into San Francisco, reflecting optimism about the city's future. The move underscores the value of community banks that are more nimble and responsive to the needs of small businesses. Whether you're a small business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode presents insights, stories, and pragmatic advice. For more information about Five Star Bank, visit www.fivestarbank.com To learn more about NFIB California, visit www.nfib.com/ca

What if we told you the secret to innovating in the engineering and manufacturing space was dismissing traditional HR and focusing instead on curating a dedicated, loyal team? Listen as host, John Kabateck, talks with Chris Belle, transformative CEO of Tri Tool Technologies, who'll walk you through his inspiring journey of reshaping the company into a global leader in the industry. His uncanny strategies and partnerships helped power Tri Tool's success and set a new vision for the future of precision machining. Imagine a world where finding exceptional talent wasn't a challenge – sounds too good to be true, right? Well, Belle defies the odds by sharing his effective strategies on sourcing quality talent. The conversation shifts to an urgent call for a more business-friendly atmosphere in California, discussing how policy makers can contribute to a thriving environment for small business, entrepreneurs and jobs. Belle's focus on the customer is a stalworth for any business of any size. Enjoy the conversation as it blends wisdom and insights, perfect for business owners and policy makers alike. For more information about NFIB California, visit www.nfib.com/CA To learn more about Tri Tools Technologies visit www.tritool.com

Kevin Dobson, Executive Director of newly opened Capital College & Career Academy, along with Ken Wenham, President/CEO of Roebbelen Contracting, share the story of how a public-private relationship has brought a unique school to the Sacramento area. Your host, John Kabateck, digs into how a school supported by direct involvement with local business came to be and what the benefits are to area job opportunities. Learn how a focus on the trades is creating better prepared workplace candidates as they migrate from either high school or college depending on their course of action and how Charter schools may be a great answer to a more productive and rewarding workforce. For more information about CCCA visit www.capcca.org For information about Roebbelen Contracting visit www.roebbelen.com To learn more about NIFB California visit www.NFIB.com/california

At some point in time, every small business could use a trusted advisor, a tutor, a teacher or mentor. Even more importantly, financial assistance. The conversation your host, John Kabateck, has with Heather Luzzi of the Small Business Administration and Scott Rogalski with the Nor Cal Small Business Development Center is one every small business owner/operator should hear. Every facet of small business can be supported from business plan templates to million dollar loans and these two entities are the best free resources a business owner could rely on. The vast array of services and resources is amazing. For more information on services available visit: www.sba.gov www.norcalsbdc.org To apply for mentoring opportunities: www.score.org scott@norcalsbdc.org To learn more about NFIB visit www.nfib.com/california

In this episode, Beth and Marshall Booth, owners of Spaces Renewed share the experience of their business challenges in building on the coast in California and how regulatory mandates are on their way to destroying familial legacy homes on the state's coastal shores. As NFIB board members, they have a unique perspective as both small business owners/operators and on small business advocacy. To learn more about the NFIB visit www.nfib.com/california To learn more about Marshall and Beth's company, visit www.spacesrenewed.com

The consequences of crafty politicians pushing bad bills is nothing new but Prop 47 dramatically altered crime in the state. Join the conversation as John Kabateck, Executive Director for NFIB California, and Sheriff John McGinness discuss the casualties of Prop 47 and what you, as a small business owner, can do about it. Retail theft may be the significance of the story today but you'll also get a great perspective on some of the things small business and the voting community can do to better protect themselves from bad legislation. Paying attention to what is being proposed is a first step to turning the tide of less than business friendly legislation. For more information about the NFIB in California visit www.NFIB.com/California To learn more about John McGinnis visit: www.johnmcginness.com

200,000 members strong, the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association represents all of us in the interest of not just lower, but appropriate taxes. In this episode, John Kabateck, NFIB State Director and Tim Taylor, NFIB Chief Legislative Advocate speak with Jonathan Coupal, President of The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. Starting with a discussion of Proposition 13 and its strength and tenure in the state, the conversation will touch on many small business impacts or opportunities as a result of propositions and referendum. Where does our taxpayer revenue really go? How does a small business stay engaged and aware? What significant bills may be coming up or propositions to look for in 2024? How does a state like California go from a huge budget surplus to deficit in one year? So much gets covered in this episode as the discussion is almost tutorial in nature. For more information about Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association visit www.HJTA.org To learn more about the NFIB, visit www.NFIB.com/CA

Join NFIB Executive Director John Kabateck in the discussion with one of the state's newest Senators, former Sacramento City Councilwoman, now State Senator, Angelique Ashby. This is a conversation about small business in California and a unique perspective from one of our elected officials that may surprise many. This is not a partisan discussion but one of understanding from a former small businesswoman herself. Significant topics are addressed including retail theft and the impact homelessness is having on so many of our member businesses. A welcome outlook from inside the State Capitol and an awareness of what small business means to the state economy and its economic well-being may finally be finding a voice in Senator Ashby. For more information about the NFIB visit www.nfib.com/ca

Carol Roth, small business advocate, TV personality and contemporary author shares her perspective on small business and the challenges, as well as, opportunities small business has in the progression of seeming oppression from both the Federal Government and California. NFIB host Tim Taylor walks thru some of the destructive measures that must be addressed by state legislators for the future of small business in California. The dialogue and nature of the conversation is that of optimism and opportunity with suggestions for small business owners to both advocate and be involved in the process.

NFIB host Tim Taylor talks small business with Senator Brian Jones, a former small business owner himself, about the comprehension and understanding of small business by his peers. While the conversation is quite multi-faceted in topics, a keen awareness of many of the reasons small business initiatives fail in our government is directly addressed by Senator Jones. His work on bi-partisan progress is evident as he also shares his efforts to help convey the necessity of small business in our state. Clearly a Californian, he finds the time to rave about the beauty our state affords its' residents and his interest in keeping not only small business a high priority but the health and welfare of all Californians a high priority. To learn more about the NFIB, visit www.nfib.org/california

This is an episode not to be missed as Sunder Ramani, a multi-faceted businessman in California and Chairman of the NFIB Leadership Council, candidly speaks with Tim Taylor, not only about the myriad of elements small business needs to be aware of in the state but also about some of the solutions small business owners must act upon to resolve or at least mitigate legislative actions. For more information about the NFIB and to see what legislative matters are of most importance to California small business, visit www.NFIB.com/california

The annual year end look ahead is here and it's significant if you want to avoid huge fines. Ben Ebbink makes an encore appearance as he breaks down the big concerns for small business awareness in 2023. Pay transparency, leave laws, are there Covid continuation requirements, and how about the do's and don'ts of cannabis questions and testing. Just the list alone is daunting. Ben will walk you thru the consequences, the upkeep and the expectations in this very important episode. There are a lot of elements and moving parts that are changing for small business in the new year. Make sure you're on top of them for your benefit. For more information on how you can learn more about the support the NFIB gives small business, visit www.nfib.com/california.

Are there solutions that may improve the challenges small businesses are dealing with regarding the homeless? How are small businesses being affected as a result of hiring difficulties? What strategies could small business owners take to minimize the effects of a recession? What better way to address some of these questions than to speak with an expert on small business relationships. James Beckwith is the President of Five Star Bank, a publicly traded community bank based in Sacramento. His insight from the bank's clientele reveals some common sense responses to the questions posed by NFIB's John Kabateck. The relationship with a local banker is a critical part of the full spectrum of activity small business owners deal with. That relationship can work to not only support the business but also improve the community. Here how that can happen to the benefit of all in this episode. For more information about Five Star Bank visit www.fivestarbank.com To learn more about the benefits of the NFIB for small business, visit www.NFIB.com/california

Did you know the #1 issue or concern with NFIB's small business members is healthcare? Above all other elements a small business owner has to deal with, healthcare, year after year is the one item that is of continuous concern to businesses. Costs, process, time lost and the myriad of problems that can be created with the wrong choices keep healthcare for employees top of mind for employers. It is a BIG deal. To address those matters, Kevin Pedrotti, NFIB California's Chief Legislative Analyst talks with David McClintock, Kristin Berthiaume and Bryan Coppin all of California Choice, small business healthcare insurance provider. As a small business, there are options that can be made more affordable . For more information about California Choice, visit www.calchoice.com To learn more about what the NFIB can do for you and your small business, visit www.NFIB.com/california

Your vote counts and it's extremely important for small business that this bill is defeated. Once again, big business is attempting to get its' burden of expense deposited in the laps of the California taxpayers and small business. This bill is misleading, confusing and misrepresenting its' true intent. Hear, in this episode, how the giant ride share company, LYFT, is attempting to leverage the expense of fleet conversion to electric vehicles on to the California taxpayers. What you hear in this episode will certainly clarify what's really going on and more likely than not, convince you the only way to vote is NO on Proposition 30. For more information about the No on Prop 30 campaign, visit www.votenoon30.com To learn more about NFIB California and how to become a member, visit www.NFIB.com/CA For more information about our sponsor, Five Star Bank, you can visit www.fivestarbank.com

Kwame Anku, Founder and CEO of Black Star Fund shares the story of starting a fund to serve African and African American entrepreneurs. He explains the novelty and challenges of the fund as a small business startup itself as well as the businesses it helps start and grow. From roots in Ghana, West Africa to an education at Stanford, Kwame Anku explains the reasons, the process and his passion with helping African American businesses grow, the role of government in small business, observations of doing business in California and stories of perseverance. An explanation of "the business" as a machine details the "Visionary", the "Producer" and the "Operator" and the need for all in what he sees as successful businesses. For more information on Black Star Fund visit www.blackstar.fund. For more information on NFIB California, visit www.NFIB.com/CA

What a compelling story you'll hear today as your host, John Kabateck, speaks with Tim Murphy of the Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange. First, if you don't know, you'll learn the value of builders exchanges to the local region and secondly, you'll hear specifics of how builders exchanges make a difference in employment and careers in the trades. Since the majority of any builders exchange membership is made up of small business owners, the relationship with the NFIB is an obvious one. Advocating for building related trades, goods and services with local and state governments is one big role they play but the SRBX has an even greater accomplishment and that is the effort being made to draw students into the trades through a long running program called the "Design Build" competition. 38 years running, this program is making a difference in the lives of students who intentionally choose to enter the construction trade. Find out more in today's episode. For more information about the Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange visit https://www.srbx.org/. To learn more about the NFIB in California visit www.nfib.com/ca

Today's episode is one of perseverance, determination and success as told by three women in business leadership roles. Host, John Kabateck talks with Shannon Deary-Bell, President and CEO of Nor-Cal Beverage, Donna Lucas,CEO and Founder of Lucas Public Affairs and Leigh White, Chief Revenue Officer of Vydiant, Inc. All three women are also board members of Five Star Bank and bring a unique perspective and awareness of the needs of small business. Their stories are as unique as their successes as each comes from very different career paths. This will be an episode to be shared in so many ways as it not only recognizes successful women in leadership but is an inspiration for any woman starting or growing a small business. For more information on NFIB visit www.NFIB.com/CA

In this brief but very informative NFIB Bulletin podcast, Assembly Member James Gallagher addresses the outcome of the recent gas tax relief agreement and how it could have been better vetted and better delivered. Unfortunately, as in so many other cases, partisanship was the culprit in what may have been a much better approach. Here what state legislators took into consideration before delivering this less than desirable action. To learn more about how the NFIB helps support small business, visit www.NFIB.com/ca