Santa Ana GROW Conference
The annual Santa Ana GROW Conference, hosted by the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce, returns March 27, 2025! This conference brings together leading experts in the field to share their insights and perspectives on the current trends of our city, new development, tourism, economic forecast and more. A highlight of this year’s program features four community business leaders exploring “Why” Santa Ana, an in-depth discussion of what makes our city a unique and vibrant place for business growth.
You don't want to miss this event!
📌 March 27, 2025 , 3pm – 6pm
📌 Santa Ana Elks Lodge,1751 S. Elk Ln.
📌 Pricing: Member $60 | Non-member $85
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JOIN US FOR THE SANTA ANA AND SAHUAYO SISTER CITIES BUSINESS EXPO
Explore new international business ventures and connect directly with partners, clients, and suppliers from our sister city Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico.
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FREE Admission (Please use links above to register)
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Event Location: Hotel Zessa, 201 E MacArthur Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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FREE Event Parking: 8 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 (MAP)
(The parking lot is a short 2-minute walk to the event)
3-Day Event:
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Friday, March, 28, 2025 from 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
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Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Sunday, March 30, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
BUSINESS EXPO HIGHLIGHTS:
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International business collaborations with Mexico
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Network with clients, suppliers, and partners
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Exhibits specializing in consumer and artisanal products
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Discover manufacturing, distribution, and retail opportunities
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Learn about international trade resources
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Preschedule your individual business to business ("B2B") here
CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE AND PRESCHEDULE YOUR B2B MEETINGS BY MARCH 26.
Questions?
Contact the City of Santa Ana Business Resource Hotline
econdev@santa-ana.org / (714) 647-5477
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📍 201 E. 4th St.
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Restaurant Callejón de Beso
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Business Start-Up Road Map
Interested in Starting a Business in Santa Ana? Our Santa Ana Business Startup Roadmap is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process. From choosing a business type to securing all necessary City, County, and State Permits, this roadmap ensures you're set up for success. Whether you're opening a restaurant, retail store, home-based business, or mobile food service, this guide will help you meet all necessary requirements to launch and grow in Santa Ana! Take advantage of this valuable resource and set your business up for success today!
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Business Start-Up Workshop
The City of Santa Ana’s Economic Development Division will host the Business Start-Up Workshop at Santa Ana City Hall on the second Wednesday of each month. The next workshop will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM in Room 1600.
This workshop is beneficial to anyone interested in starting a new business or expanding an existing one in Santa Ana. You’ll learn about the resources available to help entrepreneurs and have the opportunity to get your questions answered by city staff as you begin your business journey. The workshop will be offered in English and Spanish.
For more information, please call the Business Hotline at
(714) 647-5477 or email at econdev@santa-ana.org.
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Business Office Hours
Our Economic Development team is here to help our local business community. Whether you’re just starting a business, need help with a marketing plan, or have questions about growing your business, our experts are ready to provide guidance.
Stop by Santa Ana City Hall for Business Assistance Office Hours from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday through Thursday. This free service is your opportunity to get personalized advice and take the next step toward building your dream business.
Call the Economic Development Division at (714) 647-5477 for more information.
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Upcoming Job Fair
The Orange County Job Fair will be held at Santa Ana College on April 24, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
This event is free and open to the public. This job fair invites Santa Ana College students and Santa Ana Unified School District's high school students, and will also be open to the job seekers in Santa Ana.
This job fair is sponsored by the Pizza Press, Santa Ana Work Center, and the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce. Saddleback Church is also providing two professional photographers who will be available to provide free headshots on a first come, first served basis.
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Community Budget Survey
Which City of Santa Ana services and programs are important to you? Take the Community Budget Priorities Survey to share your ideas.
We are currently planning the annual City budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which begins July 1, and we want to hear from our residents, business owners and other community stakeholders. Click the link below for more information.
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Download the mySantaAna App
The mySantaAna mobile app puts the power of the Santa Ana city government in the palm of your hand!
Business owners and residents with an iPhone or Android smartphone can download the mySantaAna application for free allowing them to quickly and easily report issues with photos to the City for clean-up.
| | | To market your property for sale or lease, and to inquire about available sites in Santa Ana for your business, please contact the Economic Development Team at (714) 647-5477 or econdev@santa-ana.org | | |
The City of Santa Ana's team of Economic Development Specialists are here to assist you with tools and resources for your business.
For information about the City’s incentives, workforce training programs, site selection assistance, navigating City licenses and permits, and other services and programs, please visit our website.
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