Partner Highlight: Inland Empire Small Business Development Center

Launching Dreams into Reality in the Inland Empire

Small Business Center: Inland Empire Small Business Development Center

Location: Southern California | San Bernadino & Riverside Counties | Inland Empire

Business Type: Small Business Assistance/Economic Development

Assistance Received: Technical Assistance and Small Business Loans

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The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center, a program of the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship at CSUSB, is excited to share the Entrepreneurial Resource Center (ERC) Marketplace Program. This transformative experience guides entrepreneurs from concept to first sale, with hands-on, six-week training programs focused on retail and food business ideas.

40 entrepreneurs participated in the first cohort, with the top 20 graduates earning coveted vendor spots at the Small Business Saturday event in the heart of Old Town Temecula. Held in partnership with the City of Temecula, a significant crowd provided the entrepreneurs with a successful day of sales.

The ERC Marketplace Program repeats every quarter, partnering with existing farmers’ markets across Riverside and San Bernardino counties. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur with a retail or food concept, visit the IE ESBDC webpage today and book a free consultation to learn more about the program as well other valuable resources and guidance.

The ERC Marketplace Program is more than just a training initiative; it’s a launchpad for dreams, turning entrepreneurial aspirations into tangible success.
Special thanks to Dustin Thompson Photography for capturing images from the event!

Updated: 2/24/2025