Small Business Development Center

Connect is a specialty center of the San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center Network.

Connect is one of ten centers that make up the region’s SBDC network. The network can help any small business, from getting incorporated to government contracting and access to capital. Through the SBDC, we offer no-cost advising and consulting services to entrepreneurs and small businesses. Connect’s SBDC services are available by appointment only.

Funded in part through a Grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.

Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration.

Cool Companies

These are our annual top picks of the fastest growing tech and life science companies ready for venture funding. Check out the companies we have helped raise over $900M in funding.

Springboard

What started as the country’s first accelerator is now a bespoke program to help entrepreneurs meet the strategic advisors that will help them grow. Serial and first time entrepreneurs should apply. 

Virtual Learning

We offer dynamic educational webinars and workshops, led by industry experts, to guide and empower founders and CEOs on their journey to success.