RESOURCES BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAMS INTERNATIONAL TRADE LOCAL ECONOMIC DATA STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS SITE LOCATION SERVICE JOBS NETWORK WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS OTHER RESOURCES

Strategic Partnerships - The Entrepreneur Team

Local business resources and EVC partners

Economic Vitality Corporation  The EVC provides resources to help start, grow and attract businesses countywide. As a countywide economic development organization, the EVC offers business loans, seminars, site selection, international trade consulting, venture capital network, business connections, and more. 805-788-2012 www.sloevc.org

Mission Community Services From basic money management and wise use of credit, to generating wealth by starting and/or growing your own business, MCSC offers confidential and positive guidance in a safe educational environment, designed to make sure you get the very best help available. Reach us at (805) 595-1357 or www.MCSCorp.org Se Habla Español

Private Industry Council of San Luis Obispo County The PIC conducts labor market research, serves as a broker for employers seeking workers, helps eligible jobseekers secure training and services, assists experienced workers who have been laid off, and helps “at-risk” youth complete high school and find their first job. (805) 788-2601 www.jobhunt.org

Small Business Development Center The Cuesta College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides business technical assistance to any on-going or start up business in San Luis Obispo County. Besides providing one-on-one business counseling services, a variety of workshops are offered covering the basics of start-up, financing and marketing. (805) 549-0401 www.smallbusinessinfo.org

Counselors to America’s Small Business SCORE supports the small business community throughout San Luis Obispo County. SCORE provides business counseling, workshops, a speaker series and multilingual publications. Programs contribute to the formation and success of small business entrepreneurs, both those seeking start-up advice as well as those already in business. (805) 547-0779 www.sloscore.org

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