ACCESS TO TALENT
Upstart Valley is conveniently located within minutes of top research and academic institutions including two of the "Top 10 Feeders to Tech and Silicon Valley" in the nation:
#2 - University of Southern California (USC)
#9 - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Others within 10-miles or less include:
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CalTech
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Jet Propulsion Laboratory
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Art Center College of Design
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Occidental College
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Cal State University Los Angeles
Workforce Development Resources
The Verdugo Jobs Center is a one-stop career center serving the businesses in Burbank, Glendale areas - from entrepreneurial start-ups to independently owned small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
Business services include:
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Staffing & Recruitment
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Training & Skills Upgrades
SoCal's headquarters for custom, state-funded training. The PDC creates custom trainings that address all of your company's training needs.
Trainings include:
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Engineering & Design
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Leadership & Operations Management
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Manufacturing
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Customized Training Programs
One-on-one professional business consulting services are offered free to Burbank entrepreneurs and businesses. Led by experts from SCORE, a broad range of topics are available for mentorship.
Trainings include:
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How to Start or Grow Your Business
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Financing Opportunities For Your Business
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Operational Management
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And much more!
Providing access to free tools and resources for job seekers including job search, resume writing, unemployment assistance, interview coaching, and more. Tools for learners and veteran's resources are also available.