CVBI’s Mission
- Nurturing & Growing Entrepreneurs
- Creating a Network of Incubation & Business Development Partners
- Providing Access to Comprehensive Services
- Creating Sustainable High Growth Ventures
CVBI’s Vision
CVBI will be the driving force in the Valley in advancing economic development through entrepreneurship.
The Central Valley Business Incubator (CVBI) is the number one resources for entrepreneurs wishing to start or expand an enterprise. Currently, CVBI runs a number of programs aimed at economic development through entrepreneurship.
CVBI/SBDC: Focused on the growth and expansion of businesses across industries. SBDC consultants have expertise in the areas of finance, government procurement, business certification, marketing, general management, human resources, and legal issues facing businesses.
Water, Energy & Technology (WET) Center: Home to the Claude Laval Water and Energy Technology Incubator and the testing facilities of the International Center for Water Technology (ICWT), the WET Center provides an entryway for entrepreneurs, innovators and established and start-up businesses to accelerate commercialization, product and business launch and/or the development of practical application of new technologies.
CalValleyTech iHub: In the spring of 2010, the state of California launched its new, forward-thinking Innovation Hub (iHub) program in an effort to harness and enhance California’s innovative spirit. The iHubs improve the state’s national and global competitiveness by stimulating partnerships, economic development, and job creation around specific research clusters through state-designated iHubs. The iHubs leverage assets such as research parks, technology incubators, universities, and federal laboratories to provide an innovation platform for startup companies, economic development organizations, business groups and venture capitalists.
CVBI Online: The CVBI Online Virtual Incubator Program (VIP) was developed as a mechanism to provide incubationservices and technical assistance to entrepreneurs desiring to move an idea to marketwhile working in the convenience of their own space (home/office/community/etc.). Each component is designed to maximize the opportunity for a successful business launch. The VIP is a robust, content-rich technical assistance and training platform that leverages a uniqueuser-friendly and intuitive interface in both English and Spanish.