Our uniquely qualified consultants include experts with functional specialties across industry sectors. Experienced SBDC counselors have a thorough understanding of the issues that confront small business owners, the potential solutions and the opportunities that exist for small business. They also have access to a vast selection of valuable resources that they can make available to you.

One-on-one, no fee counseling can give you the support, perspective, and know-how to create a business plan, manage your operations, apply for loans and market your business.

Our counselors adhere to a code of ethics honoring client confidentiality and providing objective advice focused on measurable, mutually agreed-upon outcomes.

For counseling services, please click here for the Request for Counseling Form (RCF). Print, complete, sign and date the RCF and fax or mail to:

Ventura County Small Business Development Center
71 Day Road
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 648-8925