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      A cluster is a regional concentration of related industries that arise out of the various types of linkages or externalities that span across industries in a particular location. The U.S. Benchmark Cluster Definitions are designed to enable systemic comparison across regions. View and compare clusters across the U.S.

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    • Frequently Asked Questions

      How do I compare different clusters on a national level?

      How do I find my region’s strongest cluster(s)?

      How do I identify which cluster my industry belongs in?

      How do I compare local vs traded clusters?

      Are there overlaps between the clusters?

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    • Data by Region

      A region is broadly defined as a county, economic area (EA), metro/micropolitan statistical area (MSA), or state. The U.S. Benchmark Cluster Definitions use the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis defined economic areas. View and compare regions across the U.S.

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      How do I build a region to meet my needs?

      How is my region doing, especially in comparison to its peer regions?

      How do I find subregions related to my region?

      How do I use the map view to visualize economic data across the country?

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      The Community of Practice enables practitioners to share Resources, post Blogs, and find partner Organizations. View and contribute content of interest to the cluster based economic development community.

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Claude Laval Water, Energy & Technology Incubator

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2911 E Barstow

Fresno, CA 93740

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i-Gate iHUB

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1052 S Livermore Avenue

Livermore, CA 94550

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Sacramento Area Regional Technology Alliance

The Sacramento Area Regional Technology Alliance (SARTA) is a tech-focused non-profit corporation established in 2001 to support entrepreneurial programs, companies and technology investment. SARTAÕs mission is to accelerate the growth and development of technology companies and the technology sector in the Sacramento region.

Location

3801 Power Inn Rd

Sacramento, CA 95826

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Pacific Community Ventures

PCV helps companies in traditionally overlooked areas to gain access to capital, business advice, and critical business resources that will accelerate company growth. Currently, PCV targets existing businesses throughout California, but has a particular focus on the Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego and the Central Valley.

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51 Federal Street

Suite 100

San Francisco, CA 94107

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OCTANe

OCTANe connects people and ideas with capital and resources to fuel technology growth in Orange County. Our members work together to stimulate technology job growth and wealth creation in Orange County; help entrepreneurs turn ideas into successful businesses; help companies connect with funding and growth resources; and help develop the next-generation of technology business leaders.

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65 Enterprise

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CONNECT

CONNECT is a regional program that catalyzes the creation of innovative technology and life sciences products in San Diego County by linking inventors and entrepreneurs with the resources they need for success. Since 1985, CONNECT has assisted in the formation and development of more than 3,000 companies. The leadership of CONNECT attributes its success to the unique culture of collaboration between industry, capital sources, professional service providers and research organizations that CONNECT has sought to foster in the region.

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8950 Villa La Jolla Drive, Ste. A124

La Jolla, CA 92037

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San Diego Film Commission

The San Diego Film Commission is dedicated to promoting San Diego as a film-friendly region, coordinating and facilitating the permission process and serving as a liaison with local government, the community, and the production industry.

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2508 Historic Decatur Rd

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San Diego, CA 92106

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Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation

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As Imperial County celebrates its centennial, IVEDC’s Mission is to help grow the regional economy by aggressively marketing the region to attract business.
Core Values
-Commitment to enhance the quality of life experienced in Imperial Valley by engaging in initiatives that contribute to the diversification of the regional economy.
-Dedication to a Regional Economic Development Approach.

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1405 N. Imperial Ave.

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Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation

Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit service organization that provides all companies within the Yuba-Sutter region with business solutions. Through strategic partnerships, our solutions drive growth, foster job creation and improve quality of life. YSEDC staff and resources are available to work closely and in strict confidence with businesses considering location or expansion within the Yuba-Sutter region.

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1227 Bridge Street

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Superior California Economic Development

Superior California Economic Development provides assistance in economic development planning, coordination and implementation and provides small business training, counseling and financing assistance with the goal of creating stable, long-term employment opportunities in the private sector economy.

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499 Hemsted Drive

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The U.S. Cluster Mapping Project is led by Professor Michael E. Porter at the Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness, Harvard Business School.

This project is funded by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration.