The City of Cypress offers business concierge services designed to assist with permitting and licensing processes. The Community Development Manager provides resources and guidance to help businesses navigate regulatory requirements and connect with local, state, and federal resources. The goal is to foster a business friendly environment, ensuring businesses can flourish and contribute to the community's economic growth. For assistance, contact the Community Development Manager at (714) 229-6753 or cwong@cypressca.org.

The City's Economic Development Subcommittee has initiated a Business Visitation Program. The Committee will visit businesses in Cypress on a quarterly basis to strengthen relationships with the business community, gather valuable feedback, promote collaboration, increase visibility, and improve communication. If you would like the Economic Development Subcommittee to visit your business, contact the Community Development Manager at (714) 229-6753 or cwong@cypressca.org.

Led by a licensed architect and Certified Access Specialist (CASp), this workshop will provide practical guidance on ADA and California accessibility standards applicable to retail spaces, restaurants, and other commercial businesses.

Workshop Topics

• ADA and California accessibility requirements
• Common accessibility issues for businesses
• Accessible routes and circulation paths
• Resources and best practices for compliance
• Live Q&A with a CASp

Workshop Details

• Dates: July 30, 2026, or September 30, 2026
• Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Location: Virtual

Workshop Registration

• Click HERE to register for the workshop
• Registration Deadlines: Register by the day before your selected workshop date.
• A link to access the virtual workshop will be sent to registered attendees prior to the event

Workshop Flyer

• Click HERE to access the workshop flyer

The Cities of Cypress, Brea, Buena Park, Garden Grove, La Palma, and Orange, in partnership with the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Network (OCIE SBDC), is offering the North OC Manufacturers Growth Academy, a four-week program designed to help local manufacturers strengthen their business strategy, access growth resources, and compete in today's economy. Throughout the program, participants will work towards developing a customized growth plan tailored to their business goals, challenges, and opportunities.

Program Topics

• Customized business growth planning support
• Industry-specific market insights and research guidance
• Connections to city, regional, state, and federal small business resources
• Workforce development strategies and talent resources
• Government contracting and procurement readiness guidance
• Market expansion support, including domestic and international opportunities
• Peer learning and networking with other North Orange County manufacturers
• Capital access and funding readiness resources

Program Details

• Dates: Wednesdays, August 12 - September 2, 2026
• Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Virtual

Program Registration

• Click HERE to register for the program
• Registration Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026
• A link to access the virtual academy will be sent to registered attendees prior to the event

Program Flyer

• Click HERE to access the program flyer