SBDC Eats Program

Are you interested in starting your own food business, SBDC EATS is a program that helps you learn what it takes to do so! Through this program, you will be guided through the necessary steps to plan, build, and launch your food business and products in the marketplace. Taught in the setting of a commercial kitchen, at Fourth Street in Santa Ana, this fast-paced course will help you in developing your business idea to start up your business in the food industry. EATS is a seven-session program that is completed with a graduation and showcase sale event where you will be able to sell your products.
 

This program is presented to you in partnership with 4th Street Market and CulinaryLab Cooking School.

During the program, you will learn:

Session One - Going from Idea to Concept

• Do you have what it takes?
• Steps to starting your food business
• Types of food businesses
• Competition
• Your nice
• Market Research

Class Two - Setting up your Business

• What are the different business entities?
• Pieces you need to set up your business
• Licensing and permits

Class Three - Honing in on your Offerings

• Your offerings
• Recipes
• Inventory
• Pricing and costing

Class Four - Starting to Sell

• Cottage permits
• Selling at events
• Managers Certification

Class Five - Managing your Business

• Accounting methods
• Financial Projections
• Access to Capital

Class Six - Getting the Word out

• Marketing your business
• Establishing your online presence
• Steps to stand out and shine in a crowded market
• Measuring your success

Class Seven - Launching your Business

• Graduation and Showcase Sale event

Through this program, you will have the opportunity to be aligned with one of our food consultants and to schedule consultation sessions to discuss moving forward towards the launch of your business. You will be required to attend all seven sessions.