Shasta Cascade SBDC

05/11/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER 🚨

Ready to grow your business through government contracting opportunities? Don’t miss the 2026 Northern California Procurement Fair this Friday, May 15, at Win-River Resort & Casino in Redding!

📍 Win-River Resort & Casino – Redding, CA
🗓 Friday, May 15 | 10 AM – 3 PM
💲 FREE to attend
🔗 Registration link: http://bit.ly/4nnKa1j

Whether you’re brand new to procurement or ready to expand your contracting network, this event is designed to help small businesses connect, learn, and grow.

05/09/2026

Huge shout out to KRCR News Channel 7 for highlighting our upcoming NorCal Procurement Fair next Friday from 10-3 at the Win-River Resort & Casino. We want to thank the Redding Rancheria for make this event possible, in addition to another large thank you to our sponsors Tri Counties Bank California Department of General Services.

Small businesses in Redding will have a chance to connect directly with government procurement officials to learn how to compete for public contracts at a free

05/08/2026

The Small Business Development Center will be at the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce today from 10-3pm!

Any small business owner or anyone interested in entrepreneurship can drop in for no-cost 1-on-1 advising. (Although I do have a call w the Karuk Tribe at 10:30).

05/07/2026

Today our Redding office will be closed because we will be attending Startup Redding Venture Conference at the Sheraton. Staff will be speaking on a panel regarding capital access, and helping entrepreneurs make their business pitches to investors!

05/06/2026

In honor of Small Business Week, we’re proud to highlight three inspiring client success stories from the Shasta-Cascade region. These entrepreneurs turned ideas into impact—with a little help, a lot of grit, and a deep love for our region.

From launching new ventures to expanding long-standing businesses, their journeys are proof that when small businesses thrive, our communities do too.

👉 Swipe through to meet the owners, hear their stories, and see what’s possible right here in the Shasta-Cascade.

Thinking about starting or growing your own business? There’s support here for you, too. Learn more and sign up at www.sbdcsc.org

05/04/2026

Small businesses are the heartbeat of the Shasta-Cascade—and this week, we celebrate YOU. 💼✨

During National Small Business Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the entrepreneurs, dreamers, and doers who keep our communities thriving.

If you’re building something—or thinking about it—don’t do it alone. The Shasta-Cascade Small Business Development Center offers no-cost advising, tools, and resources to help you start, grow, and scale with confidence.

From business planning to funding strategy, marketing, and beyond—they’re in your corner every step of the way.

👉 Tap into expert support and take your next step: https://www.sbdcsc.org/

04/28/2026

🔥 CAL FIRE is coming to the 2026 Northern California Procurement Fair! 🔥

Meet CAL FIRE purchasing representatives in person at our Redding Procurement Fair and learn how your small business can support wildfire prevention, emergency response, and statewide operations.

📍 Redding, CA | 📅 Friday May 15 | 10 AM - 3 P

👉 Register here: https://www.apexnorcal.org/event/

Norcal APEX Accelerator

04/27/2026

Tomorrow our Redding Office will be closed because staff will be at the 2026 Trinty Career Expo with Shasta College and SMART Workforce Center.

Come on out to Weaverville from 10-2 to see what resources are available for Trinty County entrepreneurs.

04/27/2026

Important announcement!!

Due to limited staff capacity, our Redding office will be closed to the public this Tuesday, April 28th through Thursday, April 30th so staff can prepare for and attend the UpstateCA Tourism Summit 2026.

The SBDC will be leading one of the breakout sessions on Thursday- "Leveling UP: Building Culture and Capacity in Customer Service." This will be a dynamic discussion on how businesses in the hospitality and tourism industry can develop and foster a culture that delivers exemplary guest services and experiences, especially as NorCal prepares for the Iron Man competition in August.

Business advising sessions will continue to be scheduled and hosted on a by-appointment basis. As always you can give us a call and we will be sure to help you!

04/17/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors and partners for helping make the 2026 NorCal Procurement Fair possible! Their support creates opportunities for small businesses to connect, learn, and grow through direct access to government agencies, prime contractors, and industry leaders.

Thank you to:
Tri Counties Bank
Win-River Resort & Casino
California Department of General Services
Norcal APEX Accelerator
U.S. Small Business Administration
Caltrans HQ
Siskiyou Economic Development Council
Office of the Small Business Advocate
NorCal VBOC
Shasta EDC

We couldn't do it without you!