The network gathers bi-annually to connect, exchange ideas, and plan for what’s to come. With a geographic area of more than 80,000 miles, bringing together the whole of the network is no small feat.
Allison’s Goods has specialized in quality hand-crafted vegan home products and goods for more than four years. Founder Allison Ritto Almstedt is passionate about the products she creates and the ingredients she uses, securing ethically sourced materials for all her offerings.
Clickstart Dog Training Academy has been serving furry friends and families since 2019. Longtime friends Liv Healy and Cassie Pestana have been passionate about animal behavior, training techniques, and education since 2015. The duo turned these passions into a career and founded their dream company.
J3 Beauty Styles LLC opened its doors in the fall of 2023 and hit the ground running. Through passion and commitment, the small business was welcomed into the community with a grand opening celebration on January 12, 2024.
Rudy and Ryan teamed up and created a joint vision of a gastro-pub restaurant serving comfort food and craft beer.
More than two years ago, Andra and Kyle Corral first connected with the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Network (OCIE SBDC), seeking help opening their dream business.
The World Korean Business Convention, the world’s largest gathering of Korean business leaders, was held at the Anaheim Convention Center — marking the first time the global event was hosted outside of Korea.
This story highlights the Outstanding Economic Development Partner Award granted to the CSUF SBDC by the City of Tustin.
Uncover economic forecasts and trade insights during the 2023 Orange County International Trade Forecast and Business Roundtable.
The Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE SBDC) was eager to show its support and welcome those attending the official grand opening
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.
Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.
