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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
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
Meet our Advisor Erin Fredregill
In recognition of AANHPI Heritage Month, we would like to celebrate the work of our advisor Erin Fredregill!
Erin Fredregill, B.A., is the Founder/CEO of Robe + Signet, a full-service social media agency providing strategy, content marketing, and implementation services to small and medium-sized brands in a variety of industries. Her experience spans over 6 years of in-house and agency experience managing integrated marketing campaigns for accounts in numerous industries as diverse as software, retail, entertainment, and construction.
Specialties: Web Design, Social Media, Marketing and Branding
Looking for NO-COST Business Consulting Services?
The EDC SBDC call team and experienced advisors are available to answer questions and help you navigate today’s complex business environment. The Economic Development Collaborative hosts the Small Business Development Center and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Signing up as a client takes just a few minutes and provides you with lifetime access to all of our no-cost services.
Get started today with no-cost consulting by calling our
Business Assistance Line at 805.409.9159.
Resources and advising are available in English and Spanish.
Access our Loan Program by calling 805.409.9497.
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