Business advising and training, entirely in Español.
Centro de Negocios West provides Spanish-language business advising and training for entrepreneurs in Mendocino and Lake County. Our bilingual advisors meet business owners where they are — in their language, on their schedule, and with full understanding of the barriers that come with running a business in a second language.
Everything West Center offers — in Español.
- Free, confidential one-on-one advising and counseling
- Training and workshops conducted entirely in Spanish
- Access to capital and business plan development guidance
- Advisors familiar with accounting practices for small business owners
- A network of other bilingual business owners navigating similar challenges
My California Food Truck
When Mariano Alvarez lost his job during the pandemic, the future felt uncertain. Determined to provide for his family, he turned a lifelong love of cooking into My California Food Truck—a business built on resilience, hard work, and the belief that even life's biggest setbacks can become new beginnings.
After watching another West Center client share her own entrepreneurial journey, Mariano found the courage to make one phone call that changed everything. With personalized guidance from West Center, he learned how to launch and grow his business, secure funding, navigate permits, and build a strong foundation for success. Today, My California Food Truck not only supports Mariano's family, but also creates jobs for others in his community—a reminder that with the right support, hope can become opportunity, and opportunity can change lives.
Meet our bilingual advisors.
Every advisor at West Center brings direct experience to the table. These advisors work with Centro clients in Spanish, start to finish.
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