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Connecting Diverse Businesses to Resources, Opportunities & Growth
Supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and contractors through business resources, education, technical assistance, contracting opportunities, and strategic connections.
How SDDBA Can Help
SDDBA connects diverse businesses with the resources, organizations, and opportunities that can help them succeed — at every stage.
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Start a Business
Access resources for planning, formation, licensing, financing, and launching your business.
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Grow Your Business
Connect with resources for capital, marketing, operations, technology, and business development.
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Access Contracting Opportunities
Find resources for certifications, procurement readiness, government contracting, and supplier opportunities.
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Connect & Learn
Discover workshops, networking events, technical assistance, and business-resource partners.
Learn MoreOur Impact
SDDBA is building a measurable record of service to diverse businesses across San Diego County. We track the outcomes below and publish verified figures as they become available.
Businesses Connected
Diverse businesses assisted and referred to resources.
Resource Referrals
Connections to SBDC, WBC, APEX, SCORE, VBOC, and partners.
Directory Businesses
Verified businesses listed in the SDDBA Directory.
Workshop Participants
Entrepreneurs trained through SDDBA programs and events.
Contracting Opportunities Shared
Procurement and subcontracting opportunities curated.
Community & Business Partners
Agencies, corporations, and organizations collaborating.
Verified figures will be displayed here as data is collected.
Community Voices
“SDDBA gave us the tools, connections and confidence to take our business to the next level. Their guidance was invaluable.”
— Illustrative testimonial
Genuine participant stories will be featured here as they become available.
Upcoming Training & Events
Join us for workshops, seminars and networking events designed to help your business grow.
Networking Mixer
Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, partners and community leaders.
Business Planning Workshop
Learn how to build a solid business plan that attracts funding and guides growth.
Contracting Opportunities
Find and compete for contracts across government agencies, prime contractors, and corporate supplier-diversity programs.
Resources for Entrepreneurs
We connect you with the right organizations and programs — SBA, SCORE, SBDC, Women’s Business Center, DGS, EDC, supplier diversity programs and more — organized by what you’re trying to accomplish.
Starting a BusinessFundingContractingCertificationTrainingVeteran BusinessWomen-Owned BusinessSupplier Diversity
SDDBA Diverse Business Directory
Looking for Diverse Businesses?
Find contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and professional-service firms serving the San Diego region.
Search the DirectoryAre You a Diverse Business?
Apply to join the SDDBA Diverse Business Directory and make it easier for buyers, agencies, and prime contractors to find your business.
Apply to Join the DirectoryPartner with SDDBA
We work with corporations, government agencies, nonprofits and community organizations to expand opportunity for diverse businesses throughout San Diego County.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Tell us what your business needs, and we’ll help connect you with the right resources, opportunities, and support.
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