What and who we’re tapping for resources: our evergreen, running list of organizations and outlets to help make our lives easier – at least in business!
Nasdaq’s Entrepreneurial Center: One of the best one-stop, all-in-one resources for entrepreneurs of all levels and sizes. Most of us are familiar with Nasdaq – but did you know that the renowned organization has a non-profit dedicated to small business and entrepreneur acceleration? They are serious about elevating small businesses and provide access to a vast and ever-expanding arsenal of free tools, programs, mentorship, investor pathways, classes. Visit and return often! Sign up for a class, connect with a community!
Hello, Alice: With a co-founder based in our Sonoma County backyard, this national platform supporting small business owners was the motivation for the original creation and launch of TLC back in 2019. The company has evolved and now bills itself as a free, AI-powered digital platform and advisory board designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs launch and grow their companies. Check out the Small Biz Library tab and scroll through ALL of the many articles and resources. You’ll find quite a lot of great information – easy to access and free! Very entrepreneur friendly. If you can sign up for the newsletter, do it!
Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB): Offers a Business Resource Directory with local guidance on planning, funding, and disaster assistance. They have a fairly robust library of resources and services for small business owners.
Sonoma Small Business Development Center: Provides free one-on-one business consulting, training programs, and specialized resources for women-owned businesses. It’s a wonderful place to find information and additional communities for networking and connection!
Sonoma State University has a great landing page for regional resources and services for entrepreneurs. Scroll down for the most useful information!


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