Business Retention
The Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP) represents a public/private partnership between the Economic Development Association of San Joaquin County, the Chambers of Commerce, and local businesses. Each share the same commitment to provide the business community with the support and assistance necessary for success.

Its purpose is to foster business growth and prosperity in the San Joaquin County area. The goal of the Business Retention and Expansion Program is to foster the growth and prosperity of local business which results in the creation/retention of jobs in San Joaquin County. The BREP Program and its professional staff offer information and services regarding:

Addressing the Needs of Local Employers…
It is estimated that over 80% of all new jobs in San Joaquin County are created by local companies. As the economic prosperity of San Joaquin County thrives on revenues generated by local business, it is vital for the community to support and assist local companies with their business needs.

Through extensive surveys and interviews of over 2,500 local companies, BREP identifies the problems and issues that impact particular businesses. After this assessment, a task force is assigned to the design and implement a tactical plan to solve the problem according to the specific company's needs.

Contact: Hope Arechar
Business Retention & Expansion Specialist
(209) 468-3615 or email: EDA@sjcworknet.org