About Us
Our SBDC is part of a 40-year national legacy committed to small business success.
With unparalleled access to no-cost expertise from entrepreneurs who have seen it all, San Mateo SBDC provides small businesses with the solutions they seek and the confidence they need to realize their dreams.
SBDC is making a big impact on our local communities
San Mateo County SBDC is proud to be a part of the greater NorCal SBDC network and work together to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses with the tools and insights to start, grow, and pivot their businesses.
Small business isn’t so small after all…
Creating two-thirds of net new jobs and driving U.S. innovation and competitiveness, small businesses are the lifeblood of the U.S. economy. We pride ourselves on knowing that for each business we help, there is a family one-step closer to realizing their potential. The work of the San Mateo SBDC contributes to the greater impact in the Northern California region – through new businesses, good jobs, and community impact.
BY THE NUMBERS:
NORCAL SBDC’S REGION IMPACT:
01/01/2020 — 12/31/2020
5,120
New Jobs Created
$250,029,199
New Taxable Revenue
$514,937,445
Total Capital Infusion*
16,342
Businesses that received one-on-one advising
83,916
Total Hours of Advising/Consulting
48,414
SBDC Training Event Attendees
All data reported by SBDC businesses. No multipliers used, results verified annually by third-party research.
*Total capital infusion includes loans and equity
Our Mission
San Mateo SBDC drives business growth, innovation and success through expert business guidance, education and resources for small businesses and startups.
Our Vision
As leaders in economic development, we empower entrepreneurs to shape the future, transform communities and drive meaningful impact.
Our Values
Service – Providing excellence and impact with clients and partners.
Relevance – Learning and innovating to support the evolving needs of our clients.
Commitment – Cultivating belonging and trust throughout our organization.
Confidence based on real understanding
With a network of seasoned experts, we don’t just offer advice and resources, we offer a relationship as a trusted advisor you can turn to in good times and bad. Our job is to nurture your entrepreneurial spirit, instilling confidence based on real understanding.
We provide clients a strong foundation to build on.
No one can predict the future, but we can help you prepare for it. In these uncertain times, you can rely on SBDC to provide security and stability when it’s needed most. We are your support team, genuinely excited about your business, and we’re committed to helping entrepreneurs like you successfully navigate the economy’s ups and downs and prepare for whatever lies ahead.
