Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem
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
