Economic Development Events

The City of Irvine hosts events to support and empower our thriving business community. These gatherings provide opportunities for business owners to connect, learn, and grow through collaboration and access to valuable resources. Explore our events to see how we can help your business thrive.

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Upcoming Events

SBDC Small Business Clinic — August 21

The SBDC Small Business Clinic offers business owners a no-cost opportunity to meet one-on-one with an SBDC consultant for a 30-minute session focused on immediate needs related to marketing, operations, or financial assessment. Following the initial meeting, each participant will be paired with a primary consultant for ongoing, no-cost support to help grow and expand their business.

Schedule an appointment here.

OC Workforce Solutions Mobile Unit — September 2

The OC Workforce Solutions Mobile Unit is coming to Irvine. Its first stop will be at University Park Library Tuesday, September 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. OC Workforce Solutions offers a wide range of no-cost services to support job seekers and businesses. The Mobile Unit provides job seekers with personalized tools to explore career interests and grow their skills. Appointments are available and can be booked here.

Past Events

SBDC Small Business Capital and Growth Conference — June 2025

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Small Business Capital and Growth Conference is a comprehensive, half-day event designed to equip small business owners with the tools, resources, and connections needed to grow and fund their businesses. The conference brings together key partners and experts to demystify the capital acquisition process and provide direct pathways for small business advancement.

 SBDC Small Business Clinic — March 2025