Business Formations
To search for, or set up, a business in California, start with the California Secretary of State:
https://www.sos.ca.gov/business-programs/
For a Fictitious Business Name (a “dba”), go to your County Recorder. In San Diego:
https://arcc.sdcounty.ca.gov/Pages/fbn-info.aspx
Obtain your Business Tax Certificate to transact business in your city or region. In San Diego:
https://www.sandiego.gov/treasurer/taxesfees/btax
Obtain all required business licenses and permits specific to your business and industry. This varies by industry and may require various licenses and permits from federal, state, county, or city agencies.
Small Business Resources
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
https://sdchamber.org/
Better Business Bureau
https://www.bbb.org/us/ca/san-diego
Venture Associations & Partners
CONNECT
http://www.connect.org/
SAN DIEGO VENTURE GROUP
https://sdvg.org/
TECH COAST ANGELS
https://www.techcoastangels.com/