*WEBINAR WEDNESDAY: Resources for San Joaquin Valley Manufacturers
February 4, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
On this week’s free webinar, host and SBDC director Kelly Bearden will be joined by Doug Waterman, a senior financial executive and manufacturing consultant who specializes in operational improvement, strategic finance, and business growth for small and mid-sized manufacturers.
Waterman’s topics will include regional manufacturing economic impact, local small and mid-sized case studies, and resources available for manufacturers.
A senior client advisor with California's Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center, Waterman has directly assisted more than 100 San Joaquin Valley manufacturers over the last 11 years.
Bearden will begin the webinar with a look at key business updates and available capital resources.
Questions from attendees will be taken.
This marks the 370th episode of the “Webinar Wednesday” business series that provides news and information helpful to employers and business owners.
The CSU Bakersfield SBDC provides free one-on-one help to small business owners. New and existing businesses can go to https://csubsbdc.com/ for more information or to sign up to meet with a business advisor at no cost.