Your 2025 Guide
By Josh Cross
Hello 2025! It’s a new year — which means it’s a fresh start for bold ambitions and big goals. If you’re dreaming of starting your own business in 2025, Atascadero is the perfect place to plant your roots and watch your vision flourish.
Starting your own business can seem complex, but you don’t have to go through it alone! The Chamber team and I have gathered a wealth of resources to help you on your journey; from crafting a solid business plan to helping finance it, you’ll find what you need to get started.
Your Roadmap To Success:
- Business Start-Up Guide: If you’re in the early phases of starting a business, this guide is perfect for you! It is a step-by-step roadmap for navigating the ins and outs of starting a business, from crafting a business plan to marketing; this guide has it all. You can check out the guide at bit.ly/3B6xsAn or by visiting the atascaderochamber.org and looking under the Business Resources tab.
- Curated Atascadero Insights: Get to know Atascadero! From locating available property to understanding the demographics, we can provide insightful information about the community. Visit atascaderochamber.org/economic-development for more details.
- Funding Opportunities: Securing funding is often a crucial step for new businesses. In our grant portal, you’ll find the latest grants to help get your business off the ground! Explore grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. If you have any questions about grants, our team member Eryk can help at Eryk@atascaderochamber.org. Visit atascaderochamber.org/grant-opportunities to see the dozens of grants that are currently available.
- Bridgeworks Coworking: The productivity boost you can get from a dedicated workspace is amazing! Bridgeworks Coworking, located in the heart of downtown Atascadero, provides flexible workspace solutions for everything from indoor and outdoor lounges to dedicated desks to private office space. It also helps connect passionate entrepreneurs and remote workers, fostering a space for collaboration and support. For more information about the coworking space, please visit atascaderochamber.org/bridgeworks-coworking.
- Mission Community Services Corporation & Women’s Business Center (MCSC): Ready to take your business to the next level? Our friends at MCSC are here to help! They offer fantastic workshops on everything from business planning and finances to marketing. Need to sharpen your skills? Check out their educational classes and courses designed to equip you for any challenge. Plus, you can connect with a business consultant for personalized guidance and support.
Starting a business can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding endeavor. With the right resources and support system, your dream business can become a reality in 2025. Let’s work together to help your business take off this year!
New November Chamber Members
Rick’s Towing
(805) 458-1860
AMSTRDM Coffee House
amstrdmpaso.com
Clare Kindness
clarekindness.com
Home Depot
homedepot.com
MR2 Precision, LLC
mr2precision.com
My Favorite Neighbor Winery
myfavoriteneighbor.com
North Fork Rancheria
northforkrancheria-nsn.gov
ARONSEN COUNSELING SERVICES
tishaaronsenlmft.com
New HBA Members
El Churro Guy (HBA)
(661) 496-6679
Upcoming Events
Register for upcoming events at atascaderochamber.org/events/events-calendar.
State of the City
Thursday, February 13 | 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Location: Colony Cinemas
Sweetheart Stroll Sip & Shop
Friday, February 14 | 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Location: Downtown Atascadero
The Annual Awards Dinner & Gala
Saturday, April 5
Location: Rava Wines
SLO CAL Wine Passport
Good all year. On sale now!
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