Business Center
Get practical support to start, grow, or strengthen your business.
Our Team of Business Experts Are Ready to Help
The Small Business Utilization Center (SBUC) is CalAsian’s centralized hub for small business support. Our advisors work directly with entrepreneurs to understand your goals, challenges, and next steps, then connect you to the right programs, partners, and resources.
Whether you need help accessing capital, preparing for contracts, navigating certifications, or building capacity, our team is here to help.
Tell us what you need.
We’ll help you take the next step.
How We Can Help
Whether you’re starting your business or looking to grow, we offer a comprehensive list of services to help you solve your biggest business challenges.
Access to Capital
Looking for funding? We help businesses understand financing options, prepare applications, and connect to loans, grants, and capital programs.
Procurement & Contracting
Interested in government or corporate contracts? We support businesses with certifications, readiness, and navigating procurement opportunities.
Marketing & Digital Readiness
Trying to reach more customers? We connect businesses to tools, training, and resources to strengthen marketing and online presence.
Certification
Unsure which certifications you need? We help businesses understand requirements and prepare documentation to obtain various certifications that will provide advantages in obtaining public and private contracts.
Business Advising & Strategy
Not sure what to do next? Work one-on-one with an advisor to clarify priorities and plan your next steps.
Workforce, Technology & AI Readiness
Need help hiring, retaining, or adapting to new technologies? Learn how to use workforce resources, practical technology, and AI tools to operate more effectively.
Success Stories
Small businesses across California work with CalAsian to access resources, overcome challenges, and pursue new opportunities. Here are a few examples of businesses we’ve supported.
In 2019, Joseph Kwong founded EVEN Recharge with the mission to make EV charging simpler and prove its potential as a profitable venture. His vision centered on making EV charging more accessible and easier to deploy. Thanks to resources and support from the CalAsian Chamber, Joseph successfully secured $500,000 in capital, enabling EVEN Recharge to install a mobile EV charging hub in Del Paso Heights, Sacramento—an impactful step toward advancing the city’s clean energy goals.
"Flawless Boxing & Fitness stands as a testament to the power of vision, perseverance, and the impact of strategic partnerships. The collaboration with the CalAsian Chamber and Sacramento MBDA Business Center has been pivotal in transforming challenges into opportunities, reinforcing the gym’s role as a cornerstone of community strength in Sacramento."
"After seeing the care and professionalism I was treated with during the grant process, I am confident recommending my colleagues for programs at the CalAsian Chamber."
– Kim Romero
Business Resources
We connect businesses to trusted partners, tools, and programs that support growth, compliance, and long-term success.
Wells Fargo Works for Small Business
Insights and tips on everything from credit and financing to business planning and operations.
Metrix Online Training
Access thousands of Fortune 500-level professional training courses at a fraction of the cost.
Translation Services: Language World
Offers a variety of interpretation and translation services in multiple languages.
Get Support
Wherever you are in your business journey, the Small Business Center is here to help you take the next step.
