New and existing business owners interested in learning how to utilize free U.S. Census Bureau data to advance their businesses are invited to attend a free hands-on workshop in Menifee. Census data, which is collected by the government, on economic, demographic and population information can serve as a useful tool for businesses looking to expand; the key is to know “what” information is useful and “how” to use it.

“The City of Menifee is always seeking opportunities to promote economic growth in our area,” shares Jeff Wyman, Menifee Economic Development Director. “Sponsoring workshops, such as this one, which encourages businesses to acquire new skills to take their businesses to the next level is one of the Economic Development Department goals.”

Hosted by the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce, the workshop will take place on August 11, from 9:00 am to noon, at the Chamber offices, located at 29737 New Hub Drive. This workshop will focus on how to research free demographic and economic census data, which can be utilized in business planning, marketing efforts, business development and searching for prospective customers. Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop in order to participate during the hands-on portion of the workshop.

Online pre-registration is suggested at www.iesmallbusiness.com or for more information, please call (909) 983-5005. The workshop, Using Census Data for Your Business, is sponsored by the City of Menifee B3 (Building Better Businesses) program and is being coordinated by the Menifee Small Business Development Center.