Urban Business Resource Center (UBRC)
What Is UBRC?
UBRC was created to advance the mission of the County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce. UBRC will provide cohorts an extensive network of entrepreneurs, mentors, courses, and resources. We will also hold office hours, workshops, capacity-building initiatives, and other activities to expand community, business, and entrepreneurial needs. Services offered will equip entrepreneurs with the resources, access, and tools to grow their community and business.
UBRC Model
Courses and Instructors
Our courses were designed for entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small businesses to learn business theory and application. Our instructors are pillars of the community, passionate about educating and providing real world insight.
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Collaborative Hub for the Community, Businesses, and Entrepreneurs
We have awarded $1 million in COVID relief grants to San Diego Black businesses, and provided business coaching to REOPEN, RECOVER, REBUILD.
Internships/ Mentorships/
Job Creation
Internships provide an understanding of a company's culture and expectations, while diving into "what it takes" to thrive in entrepreneurship.
Provides individuals, students, and businesses opportunities to gain knowledge, work experience, and deeper insight in a field of interest.
Creation of Wealth Through Investment Strategies
Our mission to narrow the wealth gap within Black communities starts with providing resources and tools to invest in their future.
Our courses are designed to introduce practical solutions to address the generational wealth gap.
Courses and Instructors
Meet our instructors and learn about the courses they teach.
Director | CONNECT ALL
Alex Waters
Teaches Business Fundamentals
Understanding the problem your business or idea solves while identifying your customers is vital. This course will help discover your target customer and use data analytics to create and achieve business goals.
Managing Partner | RG Alliance
Ryan Saathoff
Financial Intelligence
Understanding your business's financial health will drive decisions and equip you with the knowledge to access capital. Learn how to read and interpret your business financials to achieve short and long term goals.
CEO | Wiser Way Media
Erika Wise
Digital Marketing
Create strategies to elevate, market, digitize, and monetize your business. Through marketing theories and concepts, this course will apply techniques with the goal of growing your business, startup, or idea.
Creator | Theatre Corner
Michael Taylor
Video Content and Production
Thinking about creating a video, documentary, or podcast? Learn how to turn your idea from concept to production using high quality video and audio applications.
Partner | HCAP
Hope Mago
Concepts of Capital
Want to obtain capital from investors? Are you ready to pitch your idea or startup? Connect with a expert to determine if your business is ready for funding.
Principal | Meyers Nave Law Firm
Janice Brown
Contracts, Negotiations, and Business Law
The legal aspects of business can be intimidating.Learn the importance of retaining counsel to protect your business affairs.
CEO U.S. Business Association of E-Commerce
Tayde Aburto
E-Commerce Solutions
Have an E-Commerce Business? Learn to how to compete in domestic and global markets to maximize growth.
Founder | Regionarate LLC
Linda Fowler
Non-Profit / Grant Management
Starting a nonprofit? Learn the structure, regulations, compliance, and funding opportunities.
Regional Director | San Diego/Imperial County SBDC
Danny Fitzgerald
Access to Capital
Seeking funding to start your business? Learn about federal funding programs and qualifications to start your enterprise.
Founder | SIP Wine & Beer
Cassandra Schaeg
Sales and Operations
Looking to increase sales and operational goals? Launching a business in the food and beverage industry? Dive into the realm of front and back of hours operations.
Business Development | CSUSM
Miguel de Jesus
Business Development
Business development is essential to entrepreneurial and small business growth. Learn networking techniques to align your business for success.
Minority Business Certification Expert
Bruce Mayberry
Obtaining Minority Certifications
Are you interested in obtaining certification as a minority-owned business? Understand the application process and obtain certifications to acquire contracting opportunities.
Courses and Instructors
Meet our instructors and learn about the courses they teach.
Director | CONNECT ALL
Alex Waters
Teaches Business Fundamentals
Understanding the problem your business or idea solves while identifying your customers is vital. This course will help discover your target customer and use data analytics to create and achieve business goals.
Creator | Theatre Corner
Michael Taylor
Video Content and Production
Thinking about creating a video, documentary, or podcast? Learn how to turn your idea from concept to production using high quality video and audio applications.
CEO U.S. Business Association of E-Commerce
Tayde Aburto
E-Commerce Solutions
Have an E-Commerce Business? Learn to how to compete in domestic and global markets to maximize growth.
Founder | SIP Wine & Beer
Cassandra Schaeg
Sales and Operations
Looking to increase sales and operational goals? Launching a business in the food and beverage industry? Dive into the realm of front and back of hours operations.
Managing Partner | RG Alliance
Ryan Saathoff
Financial Intelligence
Understanding your business's financial health will drive decisions and equip you with the knowledge to access capital. Learn how to read and interpret your business financials to achieve short and long term goals.
Partner | HCAP
Hope Mago
Concepts of Capital
Want to obtain capital from investors? Are you ready to pitch your idea or startup? Connect with a expert to determine if your business is ready for funding.
Founder | Regionarate LLC
Linda Fowler
Non-Profit / Grant Management
Starting a nonprofit? Learn the structure, regulations, compliance, and funding opportunities.
Business Development | CSUSM
Miguel de Jesus
Business Development
Business development is essential to entrepreneurial and small business growth. Learn networking techniques to align your business for success.
President | San Diego City College
Ricky Shabazz
Trade & Mentor Programs
Interested in education and training that leads to a high paying job? Interested in mentoring a student or business? Learn the trade and mentorship opportunities available through the San Diego Community College System.
CEO | Wiser Way Media
Erika Wise
Digital Marketing
Create strategies to elevate, market, digitize, and monetize your business. Through marketing theories and concepts, this course will apply techniques with the goal of growing your business, startup, or idea.
Principal | Meyers Nave Law Firm
Janice Brown
Contracts, Negotiations, and Business Law
The legal aspects of business can be intimidating.Learn the importance of retaining counsel to protect your business affairs.
Regional Director | San Diego/Imperial County SBDC
Danny Fitzgerald
Access to Capital
Seeking funding to start your business? Learn about federal funding programs and qualifications to start your enterprise.
Minority Business Certification Expert
Bruce Mayberry
Obtaining Minority Certifications
Are you interested in obtaining certification as a minority-owned business? Understand the application process and obtain certifications to acquire contracting opportunities.
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