Economic Opportunity and Entrepreneurship
Advancing economic opportunity through a network of program and services.
Our mission is to ensure that local, small businesses and nonprofits have the tools, resources, and opportunities to succeed. These efforts are led by USC Civic Engagement and Economic Partnerships and include a wide range of programs and services for local small businesses and nonprofits to help grow their organizations.
Our Services and Programs Include:
USC Good Neighbors
Powered by the generosity of USC staff and faculty, USC Good Neighbors support initiatives that help make Los Angeles more connected, sustainable and healthy. Every dollar directly benefits local nonprofits.
Visit USC Good Neighbors for more.
Office of Business Opportunity
The Office of Business Opportunity broadens opportunities for local small businesses to compete for contracts at USC and offers resources that help businesses grow and scale.
Trojan Shop Local
Trojan Shop Local is a dynamic and growing network of local small businesses. Our Shop Local initiative encourages Trojans to support the local economy.
Executive Education
In partnership with the USC Marshall School of Business, our executive education program provides leadership development and opportunity for local small business executives.
Business/Nonprofit Accelerator
Our programs supports capacity building for local small businesses and nonprofits, and provides robust networking opportunities.
Visit USC Nonprofit Resilient Leaders Program and Visit Bridges to Business for more.
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