Business Library

Regional Business Support

Manage and grow your business more efficiently with assistance from local professionals.

Danville Area Chamber of Commerce: Provides monthly small business enrichment classes.
Contra Costa Small Business Development Center
East Bay Economic Development Alliance is the regional voice and networking resource for strengthening the economy, building the workforce and enhancing the quality of life in the East Bay. The 2022 Impact Report is available to view.
iGATE: Innovation Center dedicated to making the Tri-Valley the best place in the world to start and grow a technology company
Innovation Tri-Valley: Led by business leaders and influencers committed to connecting the businesses, research labs, educational institutions, and civic leaders in the Tri-Valley region
East Bay Score: East Bay Score offers free business mentoring, low-cost or no-cost business training, and numerous templates and tool to help you start or grow a business.
East Bay Small Business Development Center: assists the small businesses in the East Bay region to successfully start, manage and grow their businesses in today's dynamic economy.
Economic Development Recovery and Resiliency Playbook prepared by California Association for Local Economic Development.

Financing Options

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent federal agency that councils, protects, and strengthens small businesses to enhance their growth. The SBA also offers several different loan programs to help start-up businesses.

Also, view our Business Funding Support page for more programs.

Employment Guidance

Businesses with questions about employment resources can learn about connecting with employees, job training opportunities, and much more, through a variety of regional agencies.

TriValleyConnect.org: job board features an abundance of technology and innovation career opportunities currently available in the region.
Cal Jobs: serving employers who want to fill job openings and individuals seeking employment.
East Bay Works: a public workforce development network
Workforce Development Board Contra Costa:

Human Resources Hotline for Employers

The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County (WDB) has partnered with the California Employers Association to provide Contra Costa County businesses with a NO-COST HR HOTLINE!
Call 1-888-599-7645 M-F, 8:30 A.M to 5:00 P.M and click here to download the informational flyer.

Networking Opportunities

The Tri-Valley has many opportunities for small businesses to network and connect. Connect with other businesses as well as your customers in Danville.