Sonoma County Economic Development Board

Upcoming Projects and New Developments

Register Today for the Spring Economic Outlook with Dr. John C. Williams, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

New International Trade Guide

The Sonoma County Economic Development Board is pleased to present the updated 2013 International Trade Guide.

Business Assistance Team

Need help to grow or expand your business in Sonoma County? Contact our Business Assistance Team to connect you with vital county resources to jumpstart your business.

FREE Business Development Tools

The EDB recently launched a set of business tools to help local businesses to launch and grow. Whether you are in startup mode or are looking to grow your existing business, check out these FREE business assistance tools.

Economic Development Strategy and Jobs Plan

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has reiterated its commitment to a strong and vibrant local economy by adopting the Economic Development Strategy and Jobs Plan (PDF: 179 kB). The report outlines the County’s new programs to address the following major themes:

Regulatory Compliance & Sustainability Assistance
Business Development, Retention & Outreach Services
Employer-Driven Workforce Development Strategy
Business Cluster Development
Financial Resources Programs
Facilitation of broadband development in Rural parts of the County
Facilitate Strategic Asset and Branding Coordination
Enhance coordination economic development resources within the County

About the EDB

The Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB) provides assistance services directed toward encouraging the startup, retention and expansion of Sonoma County businesses and jobs, particularly with small businesses; creation of new jobs and employment opportunities; and diversification of economic activity and strengthening the County’s tax base. The EDB has three major functions:

To provide information and referral services to help local businesses to start up, succeed, and grow; and
To develop and disseminate factual data regarding significant economic activities, trends and projections for Sonoma County. In addition, the Economic Development Director performs numerous activities on behalf of the Board of Supervisors ranging from coordination to analysis of issues impacting Sonoma County.
NEW in 2012 – To offer FREE customized market analysis and tools to give businesses in Sonoma County a competitive edge in today’s marketplace

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