Thinking of Starting your Own Business? Below are links to various Government Agencies, Chambers of Commerce, Financial Information and General Tips on how to start your own business in the Bay Area. State of California Business Portal Official Business Link to the US Government Alameda Chamber of Commerce Guide to Starting a California Corporation Berkeley Chamber of Commerce CA Business Development Program Oakland Chamber of Commerce Small Business Network Emeryville Chamber of Commerce E-Commerce and Web Designer Directory Requirements for Starting a Business in Alameda California Business Financing Starting a Business in the City of Alameda Small Business Grants Winning Business Plans Small Business Resource Partners US Senator Barbara Boxer's Small Business Resource Guide