LA SBDC Regional Network Logos & Style Guide
Below please find the official logos and style guide information for the LA SBDC Network, as well as the Network’s official Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
LA SBDC Logos
SBA Logo “Powered by SBA”
Whenever the SBDC uses the SBA logo, the following statement MUST appear immediately below or adjacent to that logo:
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
To view all SBA logos along with the full SBA Style Guide, CLICK HERE
Logo Usage Guidelines
Each SBDC Lead and Service Center must feature the SBA logo and/or official acknowledgement of support on ALL materials produced using project funds (i.e., federal funds, matching funds and program income). Please refer to Branding Guide below for proper verbiage.
This acknowledgement of support must appear verbatim and may not be altered or replaced.
It must be presented in a legible typeface, font size, and where applicable- color contrast.
On materials for which an SBDC does not elect to use the SBA logo, it must t a minimum feature the acknowledgement of support listed above.
The SBA logo and/or acknowledgement of support may not be used in connection with SBDC activities that are outside the scope of the
Cooperative Agreement.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, may the SBA logo or acknowledgement of support appear on items used in conjunction with fundraising;
lobbying, or the express or implied endorsement of any good, service, entity, or individual.
CalOSBA Logo (formerly the GO-Biz Logo)
The LA SBDC Network and centers are required to include the following logo and disclosure on all materials produced in whole or in part with CalOSBA Project Funds:
Funded in part through a Grant from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.
Materials that include editorial content must include the following alternate acknowledgement: “
Funded in part through a Grant from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.
All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the
author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the California Office of the Small
Business Advocate.
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Logo Usage Guidelines
The CalOSBA logo may be placed in close proximity to the Recipient’s logo or placed in a prominent location elsewhere on the material. The CalOSBA logo may not be placed in close proximity to any third party logo, or used in such a way as to imply that a relationships exists between CalOSBA and any third party. Any use of the CalOSBA logo must be accompanied by the above disclosure statement within reasonable proximity to the logo.
Neither the CalOSBA logo nor the acknowledgement statement may be used in connection with activities outside the scope of work. Similarly, the CalOSBA logo and acknowledgement statement may not be used on items used in conjunction with fundraising, lobbying, or the express or implied endorsement of any goods, service, entity, or individual. The CalOSBA logo and acknowledgement statement may not be used on social media sites without prior approval.
LA Regional SBDC Network Branding Style Guide
Comprehensive branding and style guide for the LA Regional SBDC Network.
LA SBDC Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
To engage, inspire, and foster businesses throughout Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties across all communities.
Vision
Small Businesses are positioned for sustainable growth leading to new business formation, job creation, funding, and a healthy regional economy.
Core Values
Expertise, Consistency, Reliability, Approachable/Open, Ethical, Team-Based, Service-Driven