North Coast Small Business Development Center

05/21/2026

New Success Story, Check Out the Full Story: https://www.northcoastsbdc.org/client-stories/humbrews/

Humbrews is an established community pub and music venue offering rotating taps, casual food, concerts, sports viewings, and private events. It operates as a neighborhood “third place,” drawing people together for gatherings of all kinds.

Arcata Chamber of Commerce
City of Arcata

04/27/2026

Dates: May 18, May 26, June 1, and June 8
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: StartUp Humboldt Innovation Hub, 876 7th Street, Arcata

Over four weeks, participants will receive intensive, hands-on business training tailored to food and beverage entrepreneurs. This series is built to help participants move from concept to customer with practical tools, expert support, and direct pathways to market.

01/21/2026

Mastering Business: Advanced Topics for Maximizing Profit
Hosted by Humboldt Made & North Coast SBDC
February 9th | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: SUH, 876 7th St, Arcata, CA

This full-day, hands-on bootcamp is designed to help entrepreneurs sharpen their business fitness, strengthen financial performance, and elevate their market presence in a challenging economy. Participants will explore current economic trends, gain practical financial skills, practice pitching and learn AI prompting for massive efficiencies.

Ideal for business owners looking to refine their offerings, improve profitability, and build confidence in selling their ideas.

Presenters:
Rosa Dixon - Founder of Natural Decadence & Director of Humboldt Made
S.K. Lee - Angel Investor & VC Leadership Coach
Wil Franklin - Certified Capital Advisor & Director of North Coast SBDC

“In uncertain times it is critical to work hard on your business to increase revenue and make it more profitable. The Mastering Business Bootcamp allows me to do what I love most… working with local businesses.” -Rosa Dixon

“The Humboldt Made - SBDC collaboration brings a ton of value to this all day workshops. Not only will business owners learn new tools and strengthen their skills, the workshops provide a great opportunity to network with other business owners and with the resource partners that can expand everyone’s networks.” -Wil Franklin

11/11/2025

This intensive, all-day workshop (10am-3pm) is designed to equip business owners and leaders with the concrete strategies and tools needed to maintain profitability and resilience amid economic headwinds. We will move beyond theory into actionable best practices for managing the critical operational impacts of inflation, tariffs, high interest rates and low consumer confidence. The agenda includes deep dives and hands-on exercises focused on:

https://nc.ecenterdirect.com/events/54449

Optimizing Sales for the Holidays
Dynamic Pricing Strategies: Practical sessions on how to adjust pricing models effectively to maintain margins without alienating customers.
Customizing AI Tools to maximize efficiency in your business
Strategic Financing: Discover how to effectively utilize debt or equity financing to outpace inflationary pressures and fuel necessary growth.
Expert Insights: Hear directly from a local community bank lending officer on current credit market conditions, accessing capital, and building strong borrower-lender relationships.
Co-hosts, Rosa Dixon and Wil Franklin will share how they have started, grown and survived in their businesses as well as helped others.

Walk away with a clear Pivot Plan customized for your business, ready to implement immediately.

https://nc.ecenterdirect.com/events/54449

10/08/2025

Calling all aspiring forestry entrepreneurs! 🚨

Sierra Business Council, Sierra Commons, and North Coast SBDC are hosting a free two-day Advanced Forest Entrepreneurship Bootcamp on November 1-2 at the North Coast SBDC in Arcata! Whether you're looking to launch or expand a forestry-based business, this hands-on training will provide expert insights, industry connections, and the tools you need to succeed. From prescribed fire application to bioenergy and home hardening, the forestry industry is booming—don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

🔗 Learn more and register: Register: https://bit.ly/3K8QFpn

07/09/2025

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07/09/2025

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07/07/2025

Calling all aspiring forestry entrepreneurs!

Sierra Business Council, Sierra Commons, and the Small Business Development Center are hosting a free, virtual, two-day Intro to Forest Entrepreneurship Bootcamp on July 12-13! Whether you're looking to launch or expand a forestry-based business, this hands-on training will provide expert insights, industry connections, and the tools you need to succeed. From prescribed fire application to bioenergy and home hardening, the forestry industry is booming—don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

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06/23/2025

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