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Flexsweep, Watsonville

"The SBDC was instrumental in obtaining our business growth.  Linda Johnson helped push the idea of trade shows that increased our business."

Data Distributing, LLC, Santa Cruz

"I am very grateful for the SBDC and the fact that it provides this crucial community resource.  If it wasn’t for Sanjay, it is quite possible that Santa Cruz would have lost another business."

Lolly Tree Toys, Santa Cruz

"The SBDC at Cabrillo College has been an amazing resource through the entire process of opening the store. The monthly classes offered through the center are great because they provide a huge amount of applicable information in just a couple of hours."

Talmadge Construction, Inc., Aptos

"With each meeting with John Hibble, I felt more confident and positive about how I could make a change. We went from a company that was into the credit line for $90,000 to actually making a profit."

Artisan Fine Rug Care, Watsonville

"Mr. Hibble gave us advice that prevented us from making expensive mistakes. We were able to capitalize on his counsel, attend his SBDC seminars on marketing and internet optimization, and otherwise develop an aggressive word-of-mouth and internet campaign."

Capitola Book Café, Capitola

"With the help of the Central Coast Small Business Development Center's classes, counseling, and a terrific advisor like Wallace Berry — we got a sense of the challenges we faced..."

Original Sin Desserts, Santa Cruz

"I really appreciated Sanjay Lanka’s quick responsiveness and expertise in helping me refine my numbers to obtain the SBA loan."

Companion Bakeshop, Santa Cruz

“Danny Braga was a huge help when we were preparing our business plan for loan approval from the bank SCCCU. He assisted us with our financials and gave us confidence to move forward.”

Independent Energy Systems, Aptos

"We knew we needed an additional supplier but Jim really motivated us to make a more concerted effort to secure one. He gave us the basic tools we needed to better utilize our financial model, and told us to set our profitability goals higher."

Finesse Mills LLC, Watsonville

"The consulting from Bob Kramer was instrumental in redirecting the focus of the two operating team members of Finesse Mills LLC, and by implementing the strategic plan we developed..."

About the Central Coast SBDC

The Central Coast Small Business Development Center at Cabrillo College offers a wide variety of services for present and potential small business owners. All counseling services are confidential and free of charge. The SBDC is unable to provide counseling for tax or legal issues, but we can provide referrals in your area.  Read about our achievements for 2010.

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SBDC Mission Statement:

To provide quality management and technical assistance for small businesses, resulting in success for the entrepreneur, and economic growth and prosperity for all Californians.

The Central Coast SBDC is dedicated to:

 
  • Assisting struggling businesses to retain employees in partnership with the Santa Cruz County Workforce Investment Board
  • Developing new small businesses
  • Helping businesses expand and develop
  • Promoting minority and women-owned business
  • Creating jobs

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