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Santa Cruz County Bank Expands SBA Lending Department
Santa Cruz County Bank is pleased to announce the expansion of its SBA Lending Department with the recent hiring of three experienced business development officers, two processors and a loan underwriter.
Outstanding in the Field with Cloud Brigade
Cloud Brigade saves the day for Outstanding in the Field’s rapid growth and digital systems.
Events Are Blooming in Santa Cruz
With Spring comes a garden of new events brought to you by Santa Cruz Works and partners. Learn about the new businesses, jobs, and skills that will make your life flower.
Tanzle: Stealth Startup Takes Flight
Tanzle has been in stealth mode for several years. Recently, they removed the sheath and appear to be making their solutions public.
Companies Hiring in Santa Cruz and Beyond
The Santa Cruz job market is regaining momentum. Check out featured roles and remote work opportunities.
WIRED Reviews the Gazelle Ultimate C380 HMB
It was no surprise to us here at Santa Cruz Works when we read WIRED magazine give a glowing review of the Gazelle Ultimate C380 HMB.
Graniterock, Local Activists Launch Huge Solar Project
In mid-March, Graniterock launched a massive, $15 million solar project. When complete, the 5-megawatt solar farm will include 15,000 photovoltaic solar panels on a 20-acre plot.
Santa Cruz Tech Exchange Distance Learning Program
Santa Cruz Tech Exchange’s Distance Learning Program is working to help families impacted by COVID-19 or have a low-income background.
Grant Funding Opportunity - Mobile Renewable Backup Generation (MORBUGs)
The CEC is now providing funding for California companies with clean energy mobile backup solutions.
SBA Increases Lending for COVID-19 Economic Loans
SBA is raising the loan limit for the COVID-19 EIDL program from 6-months of economic injury with a maximum loan amount of $150,000 to up to 24-months with a maximum loan amount of $500,000.
Former FAA Acting Administrator Dan Elwell Joins Joby Aviation Advisory Board
Joby Aviation announced the appointment of Former FAA Acting Administrator Dan Elwell as an Advisor.
The Santa Cruz County Business Council is Seeking a New Executive Director
The Santa Cruz County Business Council is seeking a new Executive Director after the departure of Robert Singleton, who served for 4 years.
PPP Help for Small Businesses Closing Soon
Clock is ticking, last chance to apply for the second draw Payment Protection Program. Musicians, theaters, family owned restaurants, rural medical practitioners.
Business Trends Post COVID-19
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business trends of today and tomorrow is news of yesterday. Changes in our society have transcended the boundaries of industries and imagination.
NSF Small Business Innovation Research Grants
Small businesses looking to bring in new tech can submit a project pitch for a chance to earn funding.
Part 2: Is Silicon Valley Invading Santa Cruz
Journalist Julia Sinn explores the impact of Silicon Valley on Santa Cruz. In this installment, she explores the history of Santa Cruz’s housing problems.
Celebrating Women Leaders in Santa Cruz
In honor of Women’s Nation History Month, learn about the journeys of prominent female leaders throughout Santa Cruz County.
Is Santa Cruz Ready for $94B Universal Broadband?
We asked Steve Blum and James Hackett what the proposed $94 billion bill for the Digital Divide could mean for Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties.
Seeing Beyond Visuals with TB&O
Santa Cruz-based Thomas Burke & Others create stunning images and animations with innovative technologies.
Blume Awarded Grant For Sustainable Agriculture
Blume Industries / Whiskey Hill Farms and the Sustainable Systems Research Foundation in Santa Cruz are pleased to announce receipt of a United States Department of Agriculture’s Western Division of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Farmer Rancher Grant.

