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Business and Jobs

Did you know that West Berkeley is home to over 1600 businesses? Support the West Berkeley community by supporting these small businesses. Shop Local! Hire Local!

Find out how to get involved with other West Berkeley merchants:
Shop West Berkeley!

Why Buy from West Berkeley Businesses?

• Strengthen the community economy- what goes around comes around


• No hassles with freeway backups or downtown traffic!


• Walk, bike or bus safely and easily- save the air and get more exercise!


• Take advantage of BEST- West Berkeley's FREE electric shuttle


• More shoppers means more shops and services


• Take advantage of unique environmentally friendly, ethnic and woman-owned businesses


• Improve the local tax base for school, parks, public safety, and community projects


• Local suppliers can offer immediate, personal service: synergy can cut costs


• Great variety and savings at specialty stores and wholesale outlets


• Get to know you rneighbors- and let them get to know you

Business Assistance Programs

Free or low-cost services provided by the Berkeley Office of Economic Development and other organizations:

• General Business Assistance


• Employment Services


• Business Loans


• Entreprenurship Training


• Energy, Recycling and Environmental


• Jobs and Job Training