Our Services

Raymond Macareno, MBA, is a marketing consultant and SBDC Advisor serving Tulare and Kings Counties. Eligible businesses can apply and receive free (no-cost) marketing, financing, and business-related assistance through grand funding obtained by SBDC. The Valley Community Small Business Development Center (SBDC) promotes the development, growth and success of small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout Fresno, Tulare, Madera, and Kings Counties. Whether you want to launch, grow, transition or innovate your business, SBDC can provide expert consulting, training, market research, access to capital and other tools at low to no cost assistance. The Valley Community SBDC is a part of the Central CA SBDC Network which since 2003 has assisted thousands of companies, from start-ups to established firms helped to create and retain over 10,000 jobs and created more than $435 million in loans and equity.

Our event planning services consists of coordinating every detail of an event or festival, from the entertainment and marketing strategy to arranging printed materials and audio-visual equipment. Our services include creating an event from start to finish starting with creating a budget, establishing timelines, selecting and reserving the event sites, acquiring permits, planning food, developing a theme, arranging for activities, selecting entertainment, arranging for equipment and facilities, managing risk, and developing contingency plans.

Starting in 2011, Nuestro Tiempo has had the privilege to produce a quarterly publication with a goal to influence a community to act and be aware of the Hispanic/Latino culture in Tulare and Kings Counities. Within the pages of the magazine, readers get up to date information on upcoming events as well as a recap of past cultural events. Additionally, important information on health, education and local topics are highlighted in each issue. Also, readers find the activities of local community service organizations and their contact information to get involved and serve their community.

Need assistance promoting your business or event? Nuestro Tiempo can provide you step by step guidance on promoting your project or business. Additionally, you can contract Nuestro Tiempo to create and implement a comprehensive promotion plan. From social media to radio and TV commercials, we have a full range of experience to create a multimedia marketing (omni-channel) approach to help you achieve your event or business goals.