Santa Cruz SBDC

Real People
Helping
Real Businesses

Whether you are just starting out, or looking to grow, SBDC can help you navigate every turn at every stage of your business.

Our expert-level advising is completely confidential and 100% FREE to you.

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Turn your idea
into a business

Whether you’ve been dreaming about starting a business for years and this is your first time taking the plunge, or if you are a seasoned serial entrepreneur, we are the best first stop on your path to business ownership.

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Five Minutes Could Change Your Business Forever

Our sign up form takes only a few minutes and could change your life.

We meet entrepreneurs where they are to help them define their goals and address their greatest challenges.

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I love SBDC!

We’re making a big impact on small business.

Last year, Santa Cruz SBDC helped more than 790 clients navigate through a pandemic and access $7 million in capital to start or grow their business and create a meaningful impact on our local community – the likes of 562 new jobs.

Whether it’s access to capital, human resources, compliance, marketing, accounting, or any other business need — SBDC is your one-stop-shop for accelerating small business success.

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SBDC Advising Services

Our team of expert advisors can help you navigate the market’s many unexpected turns – at every stage of your business – from startup to expansion to sale.

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Meet Our Advisors

Our advisors understand the realities of running a business and have helped countless entrepreneurs pull through challenging periods and plan their recovery.

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