economic gardening - city of temecula
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Temecula’s Story
2014 CALED Award of Merit Recipient
Economic Development
In 2010, the perfect storm….• Moving into new Civic Center
• Vacant “old City Hall”
• Event held at City of Ventura, featured Ventura Ventures
TVE2 was born after the aftermath
• A program designed to accelerate the successful development of entrepreneurial companies through an array of business support resources and services.
Types of Incubators
Why an Incubator AND Resource Center?
• Engine for economic growth, new jobs, products and services - all created by using local talent
• NBIA estimates 87% of all firms that graduate from an Incubator are still in business
• NBIA Incubation Works estimates that every $1 of public money invested in an Incubator generates $30 in return
• Provide space to our partners so they can concentrate on providing services to our community!
Partners
All very enthusiastic:– EDC– SBDC/Tri-Tech– Chamber of Commerce– Cal State Univ. San Marcos @ Temecula–Mt. San Jacinto College
Higher Education Partners
Organization
TVE2 Mission Statement
Foster business growth and economic vitality for
entrepreneurs focused on technology, by providing access to
high quality resources, and leveraging a strong network of
community partners.
Collaborative Space
Incubator Program
• Criteria & process to participate- Early stage company (less than 2 yrs)
- Innovative concept that can be commercialized in 24 months or less
- Less than 5 full-time employees- Viable business model
• Program and Expectations
Benefits & Services
• Professional Office Space with amenities
• Access to business network and mentoring
• Education Seminars and Trainings
Local Innovation Starts Here
Emerging Ecosystem
By the NumbersYEAR 1 YEAR 2
100 business workshops 100 business workshops
1300 attendees 1400+ attendees
275 consultations = creation of 23 jobs, retained 4 jobs. Total economic impact of $ within Temecula
330+ consultations = creation of 8 jobs, retained 4 jobs. Total economic impact of $525,000 within Temecula
11 founders 16 founders PLUS 3 full-time employees, 9 part-time employees
16 interns 24 interns
$600,000+ investment No wagesNo sales
$278,000 annual wages$230,000 invested in companies$625,000 combined annual sales
Lessons Learned
• Partnerships are KEY• Be flexible• Be innovative• Create a sense of community• Still learning….
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