About the Event
Each year in March, the third Tuesday of the month is designated as “National SBDC Day.” In recognition of this, and to honor the many achievements of our network of small business clients and stakeholders, Valley Community Small Business Development Center is presenting the third annual National SBDC Day Luncheon! This event will showcase the many accomplishments achieved by entrepreneurs and small business owners we have served in 2024, provide an informative keynote speaker (TBA) and recognize the outstanding achievements of some of our wonderful SBDC clients and partners.
Your Impact
Small businesses are a critically important driver of local economic development, individual opportunity, and overall quality of life. By partnering with Valley Community SBDC, you are helping to make an impact in the growth, development, and overall success of entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Tulare counties. Working with the support from partners like you, we have been able to make significant impacts and achievements on behalf of our clients. In fact, the economic impact created by the direct services we provided to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the eight months of 2024 includes:
- Over 14,000 hours of one-on-one counseling were provided to 954 unique small businesses.
- 73 new businesses were created.
- Total capital infusion (loans and grants awarded to clients) is over $20 million.
- 54 new training events were conducted for a total of 725 participants.
- Over 3,600 jobs were created/retained.
- over $11 million in sales increases were reported.
- Over $12 million in government contract awards.
But don't just take our word for it. Here are some examples of what Valley Community SBDC clients have to say:
“I found the advice to be very specifically tailored to my needs.”
F.P. - Fresno CA
“The SBDC has been a greate resource, like online courses and information meetings, that are applicable to all steps needed to initiate and continue a small business.”
L.S. - Tulare CA
“My advisor has provided me with endless amounts of information.”
J.M. - Clovis CA
“Thank you for your support! I was really worried for a while but it turned out great thanks to you and you consultant.”
D.S. - Madera CA
We would love to include you as a Sponsor of our 2025 National SBDC Day Awards Luncheon! Fill out our Sponsorship Commitment Form and return it to:
Valley Community SBDC
390B West Fir Ave., Room 300
Clovis, CA 93612
If you have any questions, call 559-325-6403 or email us at vcsbdc@cloviscollege.edu
