Get closer to starting and growing your small business with the help of our expert consultants!
In order to match you with the best consultant, we will conduct a 15-minute intake phone call where we will discuss your existing business or startup so that we can evaluate and determine which consultant is the best fit to assist you with your business goals.
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(800) 616-7232
Develop your big idea or startup by focusing on a viable business plan, industry-specific models, key performance indicators, and no-cost market research.
Understand your finances through a comprehensive financial analysis and gain insider access to loan, funding, and grant options for your business.
Create an all-inclusive marketing strategy zeroing in on content development, proper market channels, engagement, and a customer breakdown for your industry.
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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.
