SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES

If you're starting a new business or expanding one, finding a "business friendly" location isn't enough. For long-term success, you don't need a friend; you need a partner.

For more information about services and programs, please visit the Economic Development Division website.

The Small Business Development Center of Northern California, in partnership with California State University East Bay, provides both virtual and in-person trainings and workshops designed for business development on a variety of key topics. Did we mention these trainings are free?

For more information and upcoming seminars please visit the Small Business Development Center website.

Alameda County's Economic Development staff can help explore resources available to you in unincorporated Alameda County such as small business counseling and financing.

For more information please visit the Alameda County Economic & Civic Development website.

The Controller recognizes the invaluable contributions made by small businesses to California’s thriving economy.

The State Controller’s Office has compiled these resources for small businesses to navigate some of the California’s various programs and requirements. For more information on programs listed, please contact the administering agency.

For more information please visit the California State Controller's Office website.

The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) supports economic growth by providing resources and support to the state’s 4.1 million small businesses, including non-profits and startups.

For more information please visit the The California Office of the Small Business Advocate website.