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If you’re thinking about starting your own business in the Tri-Valley area, you’re in good company. Homegrown firms here generate about 60% of total regional economic revenue—more than any other source. Eighty percent of those firms have five employees or less. These businesses enjoy the regional benefits of a highly educated workforce, a strong support system, and an enviable quality of life. Small business is one of the most important forces driving area job growth and it is establishing the Tri-Valley as a center for innovation and entrepreneurship. The Entrepreneurial Resource Center provides key links to Tri-Valley connections.
Information about doing business in Alameda County regarding licenses, permits, taxes, contracting opportunities, public records, grants, loans, related links, and more.
A non-profit organization founded in 1999 by small business and economic development leaders in the greater San Francisco Bay Area to develop a venture capital fund that would invest equity in businesses in underserved communities and industries.
A partnership between Cisco Systems, the City of San Jose, national corporations, and non-profit organizations, providing support services such as financing programs, technical assistance, training, technology skills development, and procurement and certification programs.
An extensive website featuring resources, databases, and workshops.
The online version of the newspaper covering the East Bay area.
Dublin’s Business Resource link provides information about startup, financial assistance, business development, permit processing, support services, and more.
The chamber supports Dublin business though information, advocacy, networking, and activities.
The online version of the East Bay Business Times offers the latest business news and information about the local marketplace, business resources, events, and networking.
A public/private partnership seeking to establish the San Francisco East Bay as a world-recognized location to grow businesses, attract capital, and create quality jobs.
A joint venture of public entities, non-profit agencies, and private organizations in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties helping businesses and job seekers meet their employment needs.
The online version of the newspaper serving Livermore, Pleasanton, and Sunol.
This volunteer-governed organization maintains strong connections with the Tri-Valley community and provides a vehicle for residents to invest in their valued asset, Las Positas College.
This national security laboratory purchases a broad range of products and services from large and small businesses and supports business opportunities and technology transfer.
Livermore’s Economic and Redevelopment Department offers information and resources for prospective, new, and established Livermore businesses.
The Livermore Chamber of Commerce supports the community and its many diverse businesses through networking, education, and advocacy.
Pleasanton’s business link provides information about economic development, planning services, licenses, a business resource center, and more.
The chamber benefits business by creating and promoting economic opportunity, strengthening and educating its members and the community, and influencing public policy.
This government research and development laboratory maintains connections with private industry including purchasing goods and services, and transferring technology through Cooperative Research and Development Agreements or licensing of technology.
Nonprofit association in Northern California helping early stage entrepreneurs across all technology sectors build successful companies.
The council seeks to preserve and promote the region's quality of life and economic vitality and diversity.
The bureau's featured cities include Dublin, Danville, Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon.
The online version of the newspaper covering the Tri-Valley.
A resource center for employers and job seekers.
A publicly-funded resource for jobs, employment, education, training, and business development in the Tri-Valley communities.
Resources for startups and high-tech professionals. Subscribers receive notices about networking events in the Bay Area.
Nonprofit organization that builds industry and education coalitions to prepare students in grades 9-16 for 21st century careers.
