Salinas, CA. (May 29, 2024) — Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) is pleased to announce the opening of the Central Coast Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for Monterey and San Benito Counties. The Central Coast SBDC’s headquarters is in Salinas with additional outreach centers in Monterey, Soledad, and opening soon in San Benito County. The business community and public are invited to attend the Grand Opening events in each location. To RSVP or for more information please visit www.mcbc.biz.

Small Business Development Centers play a vital role in providing free business advisory services, training programs, and resources to entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners, empowering them to start, grow, and prosper. Through strategic guidance and tailored assistance, SBDCs enable businesses to navigate challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and contribute to the economic vitality of the region.

The Central Coast SBDC joins MCBC’s other programs that support a thriving business community on the Central Coast: Monterey Bay APEX Accelerator, Building Business Back, and Leadership Monterey County.

Salinas Grand Opening- June 5^th | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | 123 Capitol Street

Monterey Outreach Center Grand Opening- June 10^th | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 353 Camino El Estero

Soledad Outreach Center Grand Opening- June 28^th | 4:00PM – 5:30 PM | 502 Front Street

About MCBC

Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) is a membership-based 501(c)(6) organization, founded in 1995. MCBC is dedicated to promoting economic development and business growth in the region. Forging cross-sector alliances to build a vibrant and prosperous Monterey County business community, our organization is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive business community that encourages innovation and drives economic prosperity.