The Economic Development Collaborative is dedicated to creating an inclusive innovation ecosystem where all founders and business owners receive high-quality personalized assistance. Whether you have an idea, have just started your company or have been in business for years, we can guide you to the help you need.
EDC offers access to:
NO-COST business advising to help launch a new venture, identify markets, manage high-growth activities and traverse the funding landscape
Industry-specific workshops on business and innovation development
Engineering, manufacturing, prototyping and testing assistance
Equity capital resources, pitch deck development and practice screening events
Access to funding opportunities and grant writing assistance for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Grants
Connections to EDC’s vast network of partners across the Central Coast
Assistance is available:
For start-ups, early-stage companies and innovation-based enterprises
Across Ventura, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo counties
In BOTH English and Spanish
GET CONNECTED TO EDC’S INCLUSIVE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM
EDC is proud to be an Accelerate California: Inclusive Innovation Hub. Funded in part through a Grant with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.
