Marina Chamber of Commerce : Monterey Bay, California

Suggested Business Resources

Following are business resources that may be helpful when starting a business in Marina.

The UC MBEST Initiative is a regional economic development effort focused on developing collaborative research-business opportunities in the Monterey Bay Crescent region.

The Marina Technology Cluster grows successful businesses by delivering proven, rigorous business development services to talented technology-driven entrepreneurs in collaboration with our world renowned partners, including science, education, government, and regional research institutions.

The mission of the Office of Small Business Development Centers is to provide management assistance to current and prospective small business owners. SBDCs offer one-stop assistance to individuals and small businesses by providing a wide variety of information and guidance in central and easily accessible branch locations. The program is a cooperative effort of the private sector, the educational community and federal, state and local governments. The Office of Small Business Development Centers is an integral component of Entrepreneurial Development's network of training and counseling services. The local center is:

The Central Coast Small Business Development Center at Cabrillo College offers a wide variety of services for present and potential small business owners. The Central Coast SBDC is dedicated to:

Assisting with small business start-up

Helping businesses expand and develop

Promoting minority and women-owned business

Creating and retaining jobs

Curious about the redevelpment at Fort Ord? Visit the Fort Ord Reuse Authority. FORA is responsible for the planning, financing, and implementation of the conversion of the former Fort Ord to civilian activities.

Effective and meaningful student learning is the primary focus at California State University Monterey Bay.

Monterey County's Workforce Investment Board is comprised of representatives from private sector businesses, organized labor, community-based organizations, local government agencies, and local education agencies. The Workforce Investment Board provides policy guidance, designate operators for their area's One-Stop Career Centers, and oversees the job training activities within Monterey County.

Visit the MCHA web site for information on the Monterey County hospitality industry.

MontereyBiz.com, your Monterey Peninsula visitor's portal and business directory connecting you to local area Business, Events, Entertainment, Movie listings with Showtime's and much more!

Explore SCORE. "Counselors to America's Small Business" is the best source of free and confidential small business advice to help you build your businessâ€”from idea to start-up to success. The SCORE Association, headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneurial education and the formation, growth and success of small businesses nationwide.

Want the latest news on health care, taxes, and other important issues? Need help managing your business? Connect with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Keep current with free email updates from the California Chamber of Commerce.

The Professional Women's Network connects women in business by offering opportunities to network, gain information and have fun while growing their business.

Looking for Employment? Try Monterey Bay Jobs.

Global California Partners. Four trade promotion and three economic development organizations are collaborating to deliver their services through a single point of access. Local companies will access the most comprehensive set of services to assist, guide and help them enter international markets.