Resources

The Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance offers support services and partners with the City and other organizations to connect Alameda businesses with vital resources to help them innovate and grow.

No-Cost Business Counseling

Take your business to the next level with in-person advising sessions to help your Alameda businesses start, grow and thrive.

Certificates of Origin for Exporters

Exporters, we can assist you in your international trade processes by validating , signing and stamping your certificates of origin.

ADA Compliance for Employers

Employers are obligated to consider people with disabilities for employment on an equal basis and to prevent discrimination against them.

Alameda Area Business Resources

Resources & Funding Assistance

Alameda Job Openings and Trainings

Employment Services & Career Centers

The College of Alameda’s One-Stop Career Center can help job seekers and those looking to make a career change with the following:  

  • Computer access and Internet use for resumes and conducting research
  • Resume assistance 
  • Job leads
  • Resource library
  • Career exploration and labor market data
  • Workshops in resume writing and job search strategies
  • Workshops to improve interview skills and networking
  • Access to hundreds of job announcements in the East Bay
  • Employer hiring events and job fairs

Alameda County Social Services provides public assistance, unemployment benefits, and employment and training programs for low-income adults and pregnant or parenting teens.   

Career Education and Certificate Programs

Peralta Colleges Career Technical Education Programs has certificate programs in 50 career areas with locations throughout Alameda County, including the College of Alameda.

Alameda Adult School helps individuals obtain a high school diploma or learn English as a second language (ESL). 

Other Job Boards and Useful Links

Additional Ideas for Supporting
Small Businesses:

  • Write reviews
  • Refer friends
  • Check-in and take pictures or videos and share them on social media when you’re visiting small businesses
  • Share small business posts on social media
  • Talk about your favorite businesses on social media

Join us and pledge to support local this holiday season. Shopping small can make a big difference.

If you’re a small business and would like more information or branded merchandise, visit the Small Business Season official page.