Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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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

EDC Service Commitment

At the Economic Development Collaborative, we are committed to fostering a thriving and prosperous community where every individual and business has the opportunity to succeed. We believe in creating an environment where all voices are heard, contributions are valued and potential is realized. By working together, we strengthen our region, empower innovation and build a future that benefits everyone.

Since 1996, we have remained a steadfast champion for economic growth and regional prosperity. We remain unwavering in our commitment to our mission: fostering a thriving economy where businesses, communities and leaders have the resources they need to succeed. Guided by our core values of being impact-driven, collaborative, authentic and responsive, we continue to strengthen economic resilience, expand opportunities and ensure a high quality of life across our region.

Recognizing Advisors

In recognition of National AANHPI Heritage Month, we would like to celebrate some of our advisors! Click on the advisor’s photo to read their full bio and learn more about their background.

Erin Fredrgill
Specialties: E-Commerce, Marketing/Sales, Social Media
Dean Dela Cruz
Specialties: Management Operations, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Fluent in Taglog
Noel Heredia
Specialties: Management

Operations, Strategic Planning, Technology

Siddhi Khara
Specialties: International

Trade, Marketing/Sales,

Fluent in Hindi & Gujarati

Herb Thompson
Specialties: Manufacturing,

Management Operations

Ed Lee
Specialties: E-Commerce, Growth Strategies, Management Operations, Marketing/Sales

ABOUT THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COLLABORATIVE

The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit committed to enhancing regional quality of life through business development services and strategic initiatives that support the greater Ventura and Santa Barbara County area. Thanks to our countless partners, EDC’s business consulting, upskilling opportunities, low-interest lending and recovery resources are provided at NO-COST!

Get started today by calling our Business Assistance Line at 805.409.9159

Assistance is available in both English and Spanish

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