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HONORING ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
The Economic Development Collaborative would like to recognize National Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. Observed annually in May, AANHPI Heritage Month is a time to reflect upon and celebrate the remarkable role of the AANHPI community in our nation’s history. To commemorate AANHPI Heritage Month, the Small Business Administration highlights resources, funding and training available to all AANHPI-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs.
The EDC is proud to support our community by providing professional technical assistance through our Small Business Development Center. Our NO-COST advising areas include:
- Start-up guidance
- Marketing and Branding
- International Trade
- E-commerce and Social Media
- Manufacturing Assistance
- Legal Compliance
- Strategic Planning
- QuickBooks and Accounting
- And MORE!
If you are in need of assistance for your business please give us a call:
EDC Business Assistance Line (805) 409-9159
SBA Webinar
ADVANCING AANHPI HERITAGE THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP!!!
May 14 @ 7:00 am PST
AANHPI Heritage Month is a time dedicated to celebrating the rich cultural tapestry and contributions of the diverse mosaic of Indigenous peoples from the Pacific Region and their contributions to American society. Join the SBA’s Michigan District Office to amplify the voices and cultivate greater awareness to the AANHPI community and their deep-rooted heritage through Advancing AANHPI Heritage through Entrepreneurship program Tuesday, May 14, 2024! Support local AANHPI owned business in May and enjoy these dynamic speakers: the Executive Director of The Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce (APACC); the Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship at Oakland University’s School of Business and Project Lead at Design Core. May is a month-long observance to honor the traditions, impact and resilience of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians & Pacific Islanders, and the importance of their culture in business and life.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Resources for Businesses
- Santa Barbara County Business Resources CLICK HERE
- Women and Minority-Owned Business Resources CLICK HERE
- EDC Loan has a variety of loan and grant programs for small businesses located in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties CLICK HERE
Recognizing Staff & Advisors
In recognition of National AANHPI Heritage Month, we would like to celebrate some of our advisors and staff! Since the start of 2010, the EDC SBDC has helped generate over $865 million in revenue for Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander business owners.
Click on the advisor’s photo to read their full bio and learn more about their background.
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