SOLANO EDC

BUSINESS RESOURCES

Connecting businesses with the tools, funding, workforce, and partnerships needed to grow and succeed in Solano County.

Solano EDC resources and business support

RESOURCE CONNECTIONS

Solano County has multiple organizations that offer assistance to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to legacy employers, and across all industries.

Solano EDC is available to facilitate introductions and coordinate access to these services and programs.

Business Support Connect with local, regional, and state resources designed to help businesses grow and succeed.
Guided Introductions Solano EDC can help coordinate introductions to the right partners, programs, and service providers.
Contact the EDC (707) 864-1855
SOLANO EDC

BUSINESS RESOURCES

Explore key programs, partners, and support services designed to help businesses grow, connect, and succeed in Solano County.

Business Assistance

Business Assistance

Location & Expansion • Entrepreneurs & Innovation • Regulatory

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Business Financing

Business Financing

Local Financing Programs • Regional & State Financing Programs • Angel & Venture Capital

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Incentives

Incentives

Local Incentives • State Incentives

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Business and Industry Groups

Business & Industry Groups

Business Support & Networking • Trade Associations • International Trade Groups

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Hiring and Training

Hiring & Training

Workforce support, training resources, and hiring connections.

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College and University Resources

College & University Resources

Education, research, workforce, and innovation resources for businesses.

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Conference Facilities

Conference Facilities

Meeting, event, and conference spaces available throughout Solano County.

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SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE

Helping Solano County businesses find the right location, resources, partners, and regulatory support.

Solano Economic Development Corporation

Call: (707) 864-1855

Solano County is a strong location for companies seeking space, support, and connections to scale their operations.

Solano SBDC

Call: (707) 864-3382

Solano SBDC offers confidential, no-cost consulting services for entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses.

Solano County Department of Resource Management

Call: (707) 784-6765

  • Building and Safety: plan reviews, online permits, and inspections
  • Environmental Health: hazardous materials and water system regulations
  • Planning Services: zoning and development permits
  • Public Works: roadways, surveying, and land development
Business Assistance
BUSINESS FIRST!

Need help finding the right resource?

Solano EDC can help connect your business with the right partners, programs, and support services.

Call (707) 864-1855
SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

BUSINESS FINANCING

Solano businesses can access low-cost funding solutions, local financing programs, and capital resources with guidance from Solano EDC.

Contact EDC: (707) 864-1855 | Start-ups can also connect with the Small Business Development Center.

Business Financing
FUNDING SUPPORT

Find the right financing pathway.

Solano EDC can help businesses navigate programs, funding resources, and partner introductions.

Call (707) 864-1855

Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ)

Call: (707) 784-3172
Email: nuntal@solanocounty.com

The RMDZ incentive is available to businesses that use recycled materials and may help support eligible business expansion and manufacturing activity.

Learn more about RMDZ here.

Industrial Development Bond (IDB) Financing Program

Call Solano EDC: (707) 864-1855

IDBs provide low-cost financing for qualified manufacturing companies and may support acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and equipment costs.

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DCA Capital Partners

Call: (916) 960-5350

DCA Capital Partners provides growth capital for companies in sectors such as light manufacturing, healthcare, and other scalable industries.

Learn more here.

SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

INCENTIVES

Solano businesses can access valuable local, regional, and state incentive programs to reduce costs and accelerate growth.

Call (707) 864-1855 to connect with a Solano EDC representative.

BayREN Business Programs

Call: (707) 864-1855 | Email: jpaul@solanoedc.org

Solano EDC has partnered with Solano County to promote The Bay Area Regional Energy Network, helping businesses access energy efficiency resources, rebates, and technical assistance.

Learn more at BayREN Business.

Recycling Market Development Zone — RMDZ

Contact: Solano EDC — (707) 864-1855 | Email: J. Paul Harrington

Businesses that use recycled materials in manufacturing may benefit from locating in Solano’s RMDZ and accessing related financing and incentive opportunities.

California Competes Tax Credit

Call: (707) 864-1855

California Competes is an income tax credit available to businesses expanding in or relocating to California.

Learn more here.

Incentives
BUSINESS GROWTH

Incentives That Create Opportunity

Discover funding, rebates, tax credits, and programs designed to help businesses invest and expand in Solano County.

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SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

BUSINESS & INDUSTRY GROUPS

Connect with business leaders, trade organizations, and industry networks supporting growth, advocacy, workforce development, and international trade opportunities throughout Solano County.

Business and Industry Groups
BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

GROW THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS

Join chambers, trade associations, and business organizations helping Solano County companies connect, advocate, and succeed.

Solano County Business Organizations

Connect with local chambers, professional organizations, and advocacy groups serving businesses throughout Solano County.

Benicia Chamber of Commerce Dixon Chamber of Commerce Fairfield/Suisun City Chamber of Commerce Filipino-American Chamber of Solano NAACP – Vallejo Branch Rio Vista Chamber of Commerce Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Tri-City NAACP Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Vallejo Chamber of Commerce

Solano County Farm Bureau

☎ (707) 449-8044

  • Agricultural Advocacy
  • Networking & Education

Suisun Valley Vintners & Growers Association

☎ (707) 425-9076

  • Wine Industry Promotion
  • Marketing & Networking

Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development

☎ (916) 322-0694

  • California Export Assistance
  • Trade Missions

Fair Trade USA

☎ (510) 663-5260

  • Ethical Production Certification
  • Global Supply Chain Connections
SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

HIRING & TRAINING

Connect with workforce partners, colleges, universities, and training providers that help Solano County businesses recruit talent, develop employees, and build future workforce pipelines.

Solano Employment Connection

Fairfield Career Center: (707) 863-3500

Vallejo Career Center: (707) 648-4024

Workforce Development Board: (707) 863-3534

The Solano Employment Connection helps businesses meet workforce needs through recruitment, hiring events, candidate matching, and employer resources.

  • Hiring events and job fairs
  • Talent recruitment services and job listings
  • Applicant matching and pre-screening
  • Conference and meeting rooms
  • Regulatory information, tax credits, and hiring incentives
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Solano Community College

Contract Education: (707) 864-7000 ext. 7808

Career Center: (707) 864-7124

Solano College offers customized training, job posting services, and career fairs to support employer workforce needs.

  • Customized employee training
  • Job posting services
  • Career fairs
  • Employer connections

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UC Davis

UC Davis Extension: (530) 757-8777

Internship and Career Center: (530) 752-2855

UC Davis Extension provides customized courses and professional development programs for employers and employees.

  • Business and management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public communications
  • Occupational health and safety
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UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley Extension: (510) 642-4111

Career Center: (510) 642-1716

Berkeley Extension offers professional training in leadership, sales, teamwork, and other business-focused skills.

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Solano County Office of Education

Call: (707) 399-4400

SCOE supports workforce development programs that help prepare students and future workers for career pathways.

  • California Promise Initiative
  • Transition Partnership Program
  • WorkAbility Program
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Employment Development Department

Call: (916) 654-7799

The Employment Development Department provides workforce preparation, job fairs, labor market data, and employer assistance.

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CalJOBS

Call: (800) 758-0398

CalJOBS helps employers list job openings, search for qualified candidates, and connect with workforce services.

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Hiring and Training
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

BUILD YOUR TALENT PIPELINE

From recruitment assistance and career fairs to customized employee training and workforce programs, Solano County offers resources to help businesses attract and retain skilled employees.

SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RESOURCES

Connect with colleges and universities for interns, new hires, employee training, professional development, research, and business partnerships.

College and University Resources
HIGHER EDUCATION

CONNECT WITH ACADEMIC TALENT

Solano County businesses can access talent pipelines, training programs, research capacity, and innovation resources through nearby colleges and universities.

Explore Higher Education

Higher Education Directory

View Solano EDC’s Higher Education page for a broader list of colleges and universities within the region, including enrollment and institution information.

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Industry-Focused Resources

Many colleges and universities offer specialized programs, facilities, and training aligned with Solano County’s key industries.

  • Key Industries: Industry-specific resources, institutions, and centers.
  • Higher Education: Featured schools and what they are known for.
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Innovation Support

Educational partners can support entrepreneurs, innovation, applied research, technology transfer, and industry-specific business growth.

  • Business Assistance: Entrepreneur and innovation resources.
  • Key Industries: Advanced manufacturing, biotech and biomedical, food and beverage, and more.
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Talent Pipeline Support

Connect with resources for short-duration classes, occupational skills training, student internships, part-time workers, and job recruitment support.

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Business Partnership Contacts

Companies seeking research capacity, facilities, or institutional expertise can begin with these first points of contact.

Touro University California Office of Sponsored Programs (707) 638-5200
UC Davis Office of Corporate Relations (530) 754-0110
UC Berkeley University Partnership Program (510) 508-8406
SOLANO EDC RESOURCES

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Explore venues across Solano County for events, conferences, hiring fairs, meetings, and large-scale recruitment opportunities.

Community Center

Capacity: Up to 120

Meeting rooms, classrooms, and multi-purpose room space available for business meetings, community events, and smaller gatherings.

Stone Hall

Capacity: 200 reception / 152 banquet

Audio/visual support and free Wi-Fi available for receptions, banquets, and professional events.

Madden Hall

Capacity: 1,400 theater style

Large-scale venue with audio/visual availability for conferences, public meetings, and major events.

Community Center

Capacity: Up to 600

Commercial kitchen and state-of-the-art audio/visual amenities for conferences, receptions, hiring fairs, and community events.

Senior Center

Capacity: Up to 80

Facility includes a commercial kitchen and is suitable for smaller meetings, gatherings, and community events.

The Nelson Center

Capacity: 500 general assembly

Stage and private patio available for larger gatherings, public meetings, receptions, and community events.

Dan Foley Cultural Center

Capacity: 600 banquet

Kitchen and PA system available for banquets, large events, community gatherings, and recruitment activities.

Conference Facilities
EVENT SPACE

HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT IN SOLANO

From city facilities and community centers to colleges, hotels, chambers, and local venues, Solano County offers event space for meetings, conferences, hiring fairs, and regional gatherings.