News, announcements,
and stories from the field.
Updates from West Center, resources for small business owners in Mendocino and Lake County, and news from the communities we serve.
West Center’s Spring Cohort Celebrates Milestone Graduations
June 12, 2026Forty-three business owners completed West Center spring advising cohort - the largest graduating group in the organization history. Several are already in expansion talks with local lenders.
Read the full story →West Center Receives Continued Funding from SBA Through 2028
June 12, 2026West Center has received continued federal funding through 2028 from the U.S. Small Business Administration, ensuring three more years of no-cost advising, training, and loan assistance services.
Centro de Negocios West Expands Bilingual Advising Hours
June 12, 2026Centro de Negocios West is expanding bilingual advising hours across both Mendocino and Lake County locations to meet growing demand from Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs in the region.
New Training Track Launches for Food & Beverage Entrepreneurs in Lake County
June 12, 2026A new West Center training track focused on food and beverage entrepreneurs launches this month in Lake County, offering sessions in licensing, food safety, and scaling for local markets.
Mendocino County Named a Top Rural Entrepreneurship Hub
June 12, 2026Mendocino County has been recognized as a top rural entrepreneurship hub in a national ranking, with West Center programs credited as a key driver of small business growth across the region.
Ukiah Restaurateur Featured in North Bay Business Journal
June 12, 2026A Ukiah restaurant owner who rebuilt after back-to-back disaster seasons was featured in the North Bay Business Journal this month, citing West Center advising as a turning point in her recovery.
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