Santa Monica College has been assisting small businesses through its Office of Work Force and Economic Development since 1997. It has provided employer and corporate training and its many projects have included the One Stop Center customized training activities and retraining events under the Employment Training Panel. In January, the college established its Small Business Development Center to become a part of the SBDC Network/Los Angeles-Ventura-Santa Barbara.
Services
One-on-one business counseling and workshops covering core business topics provided to entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Specialties
Focus on businesses in the importing, retail, fashion, and apparel industries.
Business help for logistics companies – those involved in packaging and moving products.
Expert advice for retailers and businesses involved in food and service field including those in the tourism sector.
Geographical Area Served
Los Angeles County’s coastal regions from Malibu through Century City and parts of West Los Angeles to Santa Monica and Mar Vista.
Location & Contact Information
Small Business Development Center
3400 Airport Ave., Suite 76
Santa Monica, CA 90405
