Starting, relocating, or expanding a business involves countless decisions—from finding the right location and navigating permits to addressing legal, workforce, financial, and operational needs. The Greater Irvine Chamber Irvine Gateway helps business owners and executives navigate those decisions by connecting them with local expertise, professional guidance, and business resources in one place.
Designed to make doing business in Irvine easier, Irvine Gateway provides access to a growing network of experienced professionals and organizations with the knowledge to help companies establish and expand operations in Orange County’s largest business community.
Through Irvine Gateway, entrepreneurs and business leaders can access complimentary initial consultations with participating professional advisors, along with no- and low-cost resources addressing critical business needs. The network brings together expertise in business formation, employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, commercial real estate, site selection, facility development, workforce development, and more.
Participating law firms provide complimentary initial consultations to help businesses understand considerations related to business formation, employment law, intellectual property, and compliance. Real estate, brokerage, and facility development professionals offer introductory consultations covering site selection, leasing strategy, zoning considerations, laboratory and advanced manufacturing planning, and capital project execution.
Businesses can also connect with resources and assistance available through California GO-Biz, City of Irvine Site Selection Tool, Irvine Navigator Program, Orange County Workforce Development Board, SCORE, and the Small Business Development Center, providing additional support for site selection, permitting and licensing, workforce and hiring needs, mentorship, training, and other aspects of establishing or growing a business.
Beyond professional expertise, Irvine Gateway can help businesses connect with local service providers and integrate into the Irvine business community—providing valuable local insight for companies entering the market, as well as those already here and preparing for their next stage of growth.
The Greater Irvine Chamber continues to expand the Irvine Gateway network, providing businesses with an increasingly comprehensive source of expertise and support. The program is currently seeking accountants and CPAs to join its professional advisor network.
Explore the participating experts, professional resources, and business support available through Irvine Gateway.
Businesses and professionals interested in being included as an Irvine Gateway resource may submit an application here.
