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1 0 1T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Funding is not an endorsement of any product, opinion, or service. All opinions, conclusions, and/orrecommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and donot necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Funded in part through a Grant with the Governor’s Office of Businessand Economic Development.
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2025 Economic Impact SummaryPartnering to advance Riverside’s economic development mission 0 2T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g What’s the SBDC?Who We AreThe SBDC is a national program with over 1,000 locations which helps stimulate economic growth through business development. We’re a proud resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). What We DoWe provide business consulting, training and resources to small businesses throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties in funding, business planning, management and marketing – no cost, no catch.
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2 0 3T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g TrainingFrom lunch-and-learn webinars to cohort training programs, we offer an array of learning opportunities designed to help you grow your business and achieve success. Our training programs are taught by both our team of experts and partners — all of whom are industry professionals positioned to answer your questions. 0 4T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g ConsultingThe OCIE SBDC offers confidential one-on-one expert business consulting. From planning and marketing to lease negotiations and government contracting, the OCIE SBDC team will be by your side working with your business to achieve that next milestone.
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3 0 5T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g ResourcesThere is a wealth of resources available to business owners, and the OCIE SBDC can help you access them. Whether you are positioned to utilize a hiring subsidy when hiring a new employee, need to connect with a public official, have human resources needs, or would like market research for your business, the OCIE SBDC can connect you with these resources and many more. 0 6T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Business Retention & Expansion$50.6M total economic impact256 businesses advised1,535 counseling hours576 jobs supportedTotal Impact$16M+ increase in salesDirect support for scaling, capital, and operations$4M+ loans accessed$15.4M equity supportedPrograms: Contractor Academy, retail readiness$15M+ in contract awards480 attendees at SoCal Contracting ConferenceStrengthening local procurement pipelines100 women-owned businesses supported• Multilingual, culturally responsive services• Strong alignment with equity goals• 76% have ≤5 employees• 57% under $100K revenue• 62% need capital• 43% struggle with sales
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4 0 7T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Strategic Alignment with City•Business retention & expansion•Small business support•Inclusive growth•Workforce development•Corridor revitalizationSBDC Role•Extension of City Economic Development•On-the-ground business intelligence•Implementation partner for programs•Direct support to local businesses 0 8T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Call to Action•Continue and expand City–SBDC collaboration•Scale local small businesses •Expand procurement pathways•Invest in small business growth initiatives
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ERC Marketplace 2025Behind the Scenes47 Business Starts65 Jobs Created $56k in Sales
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7 0 1 3T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Fund OptionsLink To Resources License & Permits Programs 0 1 4T h e S B D C i s H e r e t o H e l p Yo u r B u s i n e s s - N o C o s t , N o C a t c h1 - 8 0 0 - 6 1 6 - S B D C ( 7 2 3 2 ) | o c i e s m a l l b u s i n e s s . o r g Answers to Your QuestionsStep-by-Step GuidanceAccurate InformationWe’reHere to HelpContact Us!(800) 616-7232 | www.ociesmallbusiness.org