Cal State Fullerton Economists Mira Farka, Ph.D., and Adrian Fleissig, Ph.D., hold an optimistic perspective in terms of trade prospects for the Orange County region. With merchandise exports fully recovered from the pandemic as well as robust growth projected for 2024, the future looks bright for Orange County businesses and their overall economic well-being. To read the full report, click below.
The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) links U.S. agriculture to the world to enhance export opportunities and global food security.
Export.gov helps U.S. companies plan, develop and execute international sales strategies necessary to succeed in today’s global marketplace. Developed by international trade specialists and economists, here you will find trusted market intelligence, practical advice and business tools to help you understand how to export, connect with foreign buyers, and expand operations in new markets.
EXIM is here to support your business. The Bank is an independent federal agency that fills gaps in private export finance in order to bolster U.S. job growth at no cost to American taxpayers.
The world’s largest business organization working to promote international trade, responsible business conduct and a global approach to regulation to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth to the benefit of all.
An independent non-profit that utilizes close ties with Member States and the USDA to provide a broad bandwidth of resources.
World Business Culture is a free-to-air website which delivers in-depth information on business culture in 39 of the world’s leading economies
The National Export Initiative works to improve the conditions that directly affect the private sector’s ability to export – working to remove trade barriers abroad, help firms and farmers overcome hurdles to entering new markets, and assist with financing.
U.S. agricultural import and export forecast.
For years, Yadira Ortega and her daughter Yasmin built a loyal following in the local wellness community through From The Earth Bowls, offering fresh juices, smoothies, and bowls through catering and farmers’ markets. As their customer base grew, they saw an opportunity to bring their wellness-focused offerings to the community in a new way.
For Jessica Gutierrez, owner of Stamp & Ship LLC, support from the SBDC helped transform her vision of a community-centered shipping business into a venture ready to open its doors.
For Jessica Gutierrez, owner of Stamp & Ship LLC, support from the SBDC helped transform her vision of a community-centered shipping business into a venture ready to open its doors.
The OCIE SBDC Small Business Survey was conducted in late 2025 to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by small businesses across Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
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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.
