Best Small Business Resources in the Irvine Area
Starting a business is a life-changing experience. California has dozens of great resources to help entrepreneurs get started. Our team researched and vetted organizations in the Irvine area and compiled our list of recommended resources in this article.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in California.
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Eureka Building
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Description
Eureka Building offers coworking space, regular meetups with other entrepreneurs, and plenty of events such as the annual Eurekafest. Some of its events are more targeted to the tech industry, but all business owners are welcome to rent coworking space and attend events.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
EvoNexus
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Description
This technology incubator offers mentoring, interns, marketing assistance, workspace, workshops, and much more. It can also help you find funding and manage financial planning.
Restrictions
EvoNexus is for tech businesses only.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
Irvine SCORE
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Offers Free Service
Description
SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is a leading, nation-wide organization that has assisted millions of entrepreneurs over its 50+ years of operation. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA that offers access to a network of experienced business leaders who donate time to mentor entrepreneurs and small business owners. They also host free or inexpensive workshops online and at 300 local chapters around the United States. Mentoring can be conducted either in person or remotely and is always free and confidential, no matter how often you take advantage of this service.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
OCTANe
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Description
OCTANe hosts talks and seminars as well as longer workshops that span several days. These include networking events, technology forums, and more. OCTANe also helps entrepreneurs find funding and refine their business plans.
Restrictions
OCTANe is primarily geared towards businesses in the tech and biomedical industries.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth