What We Offer
Services That Meet You Where You Are
Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale, our team provides personalized support grounded in local realities and business goals.
Business Advising
One-on-one guidance in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Cantonese, Hindi, and Tagalog—covering business formation, marketing, HR, legal compliance, and more.
Workshops & Trainings
Live and virtual sessions on food businesses, childcare licensing, digital tools, operations, and succession planning.
Access to Capital & Loan Packaging
Helping you become lender ready with financial projections, cash flow strategies, and strong loan packages.
Contract Readiness
A 6-week program for SBEs, MBEs, WBEs, and DVBEs covering capability statements, procurement strategy, compliance, bonding, and RFP navigation.
Human Resources Management Guidance
Support with workforce compliance, labor standards, and responsible employment practices in collaboration with the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE).
Outreach & Ecosystem Building
We build inclusive partnerships with cities, chambers, financial institutions, and community-based organizations. Our strongest collaboration is with the County of Santa Clara, whose leadership continues to amplify our regional impact.
Grant Program Administration
We design, implement, and manage small business grant programs from start to finish—creating the application process, outreaching to prospective recipients, qualifying applicants, providing one-on-one support, and ensuring funds are delivered quickly, equitably, and with accountability.