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Small Business,
Big Growth

2.5 million CA small businesses sell online and earn almost $300 billion in revenue

Providing Billions in Value

Small businesses in California use digital tools and online marketplaces to scale, save, and grow. With over 2.5 million of them leveraging these tools, it’s no surprise that 85% of small business leaders have reported digital tools playing a critical role in their growth over the last two years.

Digital services provided by these platforms provide incredible value for these businesses, allowing them to compete with even their largest competitors. They enable small businesses of all kinds to easily bring products to market without the effort and expense of traditional methods. These online marketplaces create $145B for small businesses nationwide!

85%
of small business leaders have reported digital tools playing a critical role in their growth over the last two years.

Success Stories

Hair care. Jewelry. Food & Beverage. Games. Small businesses in every industry are using digital tools and online marketplaces to punch above their weight. Listen to some of the small business owners making a big impact online:
Boris Chung

Boris Chung

A Better Treat
Los Angeles, CA
abettertreat.com/
Alex Salazar

Alex Salazar

Chilitos
Los Angeles, CA
mychilitos.com
Gabriela Kabande

Gabriela Kabande

Gabriela Kabande Collection
San Diego, CA
gabrielakabande.com
Chuka Torres

Chuka Torres

The Rich Barber
Los Angeles, CA
therichbarber.com
Alfred Mai

Alfred Mai

ASM Games
San Francisco, CA
asmgames.com
Michelle Pusateri

Michelle Pusateri

Nana Joes Granola
San Francisco, CA
nanajoes.com
Jeff Robbins & Ari Tenenbaum

Jeff Robbins & Ari Tenenbaum

Instant Biologics
San Diego, CA
instantplantfood.com

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