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Alternative Building Concepts, Sebastopol

"One of the main lessons I learned from working with NxLeveL, Cynthia, and Paul [of the Santa Rosa SBDC] was how to work on moving my focus to the strategic development of the company."

Wellspring Aikido, Santa Rosa

“Attuned to current business trends and knowledgeable of the full scope of small business concerns, (our business advisor) has helped us with every challenge we’ve presented.”

Rejuvenation and Well Being, Cotati

"[Cynthia Riggs of the Santa Rosa SBDC] has the ability to focus in on where I was/am stuck and provide just exactly what I need in very specific terms both involving the logic of business and the how-to details of building and running a successful business."

Present Life Counseling of Marin, Kentfield

"[Noah of the Santa Rosa SBDC] consistently asked key business questions which encouraged my creative thinking, and provided solid general encouragement and support for my business."

Snap Shot, Livermore

"I want to THANK [Steve of the Santa Rosa SBDC] and tell you how much I appreciated the education, the experience, the genuine support and friendships of you and Linda..."

Inspiration Stones, San Rafael

"As a result of working with Tina [of the Santa Rosa SBDC], we are now evaluating business software programs to manage the sales process, we have added 3 part-time employees, and are using the contract services of a talented marketing manager."

Next Phase Solar, Inc., Berkeley

"It has been a pleasure working with Ashwin Gulati as a business advisor for Next Phase Solar in 2011. With his support, we were able to refocus our business plan and significantly increase revenues, expand our team and secure investment."

The Gardening Tutor, Santa Rosa

"I always leave the SBDC excited, energized, and motivated! Completing the homework never fails to improve my business. Janet is honest with me, yet kind and approachable, while providing a wealth of information I can use."

David's Shoe Repair, Santa Rosa

"I feel proud of the progress we have made because Noah [Harris] gave us the necessary information. I have learned to work more effectively and [put into] practice what I’m learning. I recommend the SBDC’s [services]!"

Lonjevitea Kombucha, Petaluma

“We’ve counted on Cathy and the SBDC to get our product off the ground,” says Biaggi. “We hope for the continued support to continue to grow it from the fledgling company to a model Sonoma business.”

About the SBDC at Santa Rosa Junior College
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The Small Business Development Center, hosted by Santa Rosa Junior College, is a valuable resource for the small business communities in Marin and Sonoma counties. Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Humboldt State University, and the Chancellor's Office of the California Community Colleges, the center assists small business by providing:

  1. One-on-one, no-cost, professional business counseling in many areas such as business planning, loans and capital acquisition, marketing, taxes and bookkeeping, and other areas of small business operations.
  2. Low-cost workshops and seminars customized to local business issues and industry clusters.
  3. A resource library providing information on small business issues; referrals; and Internet access with links to small business resources.


Specialized programs include The Sawyer Center — one-on-one counseling and informational assistance on new product development and intellectual property including patents, trademarks and copyrights; the Rx for Business Program — low-cost, comprehensive, on-site business analysis; NxLeveL Training — NxLeveL Training Programs for Start-ups, Entrepreneurs, and Farmers - practical, hands-on business development courses designed to help entrepreneurs advance their skills in starting growing and managing their business.

Our mission is to provide quality management and technical assistance for existing and potential small businesses, resulting in success for the entrepreneur, sustainable economic growth, and prosperity for our local communities.

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In the past few years, the SBDC has been affected by severe budget cuts. Please help us by making a donation in any amount so we can continue to serve you well!

Click here to make a donation

Since the SBDC is a department of Santa Rosa Junior College, all donations are handled by the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation. The following link will take you to the donation form.

IMPORTANT:
Under the section entitled ‘Please use my gift as follows’ please specify ‘SBDC’ as the ‘scholarship or program’.