Programs
Our mission to strengthen and give voice to Sacramento’s small business community aligns directly with the work we do through our community initiatives. Through our collaborative partnerships, we take the lead regarding economic development efforts in our region. We come together to fight for and create opportunities for our diverse small business communities and those along our underserved commercial corridors so everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Sacramento Inclusive Economic Development Collaborative (IEDC)
This grassroots collaboration between fifteen partners was created to give a voice to the business communities within the City of Sacramento around economic development, equity, and investment. The IEDC members represent Sacramento’s urban aging corridors and consists of ethnic chambers of commerce and Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) organizations. Together, we advocated for economic and environmental justice issues and shed light on opportunities and concerns as it relates to jobs, our communities, and how to work together for a sustainable future.
Regional Small Business Utilization Center
The Regional SBUC is committed to driving economic growth by empowering small and contractors to succeed in public procurement. We aim to build a stronger, more equitable infrastructure ecosystem by bridging the gap between opportunity and readiness.
MBARK Program
MBARK is a comprehensive, multi-pronged approach geared to assist small business owners in your community. MBARK utilizes our understanding and expertise on what small business owners may need and showcases how to proactively engage them in order to stabilize and grow their businesses.