GO-Biz

The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) serves as the State of California’s leader for job growth, economic development, and business assistance efforts. Our teams are comprised of experts that span industries, geographies and business backgrounds who are happy to assist your economic development and job growth efforts.

Export Assistance

We provide export assistance via the California State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) and work closely with our partners to drive California exports around the world.

Invest in California

California welcomes foreign investment. Services for foreign investors include site selection, logistical assistance, demographic / wage / tax / utility cost data, quality of life facts for workers and families, and networking opportunities.

International Collaboration

GO-Biz works with groups from around the world and supports agreements between California and foreign local, regional, and federal governments.

Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant (LIIIG)

GO-Biz leads interagency collaboration and initiatives that support immigrant integration.

Resources and Tools

There are a variety of organizations, partners, and video resources to help California exporters and foreign investors thrive. Click below for a list of resources that can help. Refer to Publications for Interagency meeting agendas and minutes and archived international agreements.