SBDC
Small Business Development Center
The CCC Small Business Development Center is dedicated to ensuring entrepreneurs and small business owners have access to the resources needed to be successful. We serve the full spectrum of business stages- so whether you are pre-launch, expanding, or planning your exit strategy, our team is committed to helping your small business succeed. Our services include free and confidential one-on-one business advising, education, tools and more across a wide range of topics, including:
- Capital Access
- Book keeping & Business Accounting
- Business Planning
- Cash Flow Management
- Customer Service
- Exit Strategy & Succession Planning
- Financial Planning & Management
- HR, Hiring & Employee Relations
- Insurance
- Marketing & Sales
- Social Media
- Start-up Assistance
- Systems & Technology
We offer two locations to serve the county (Seaside and Astoria). To request a free business advising appointment or to learn more, call us at (503) 338-2402 or register here.
CEDR
Clatsop Economic Development Resources
CEDR is the regional Economic Development Organization for Clatsop County, and is the “one stop” business resource in the region for business recruitment, retention and expansion.
CEDR collaborates with local, state, and federal partners, including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Gearhart, Seaside, Warrenton, Clatsop County, and is aligned with Clatsop Community College. CEDR also works closely with Business Oregon, the economic development agency of the state of Oregon, and Col-Pac EDD (Economic Development District), federally designated.
CEDR is a paid membership organization, with many private sector members and a Board of Directors from both the Public and Private Sector. CEDR Executive Director is also the Clatsop County Enterprise Zone Manager.
CEDR's Mission
Deliver business-driven economic development services to Create, Grow & Retain Clatsop County Businesses.
CEDR's Vision
Prosperous communities and quality jobs for Clatsop County residents.
CEDR Contact Information: (503) 338-2402. Email: cedr@clatsopcc.edu.
Future Small Business Grant Opportunities
To be notified of future small business relief grant opportunities, please send an e-mail to cedr@clatsopcc.edu.
Advising Support Available from Small Business Development Center
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Clatsop Community College provides no-cost, confidential advising to local business owners in both English and Spanish. Please visit the Clatsop SBDC website to learn more and request an advising appointment.