Who’s on Townsquared?
Townsquared East Bay is open to all verified small business owners and staff. Neighborhood communities are small and private, so businesses can talk about what matters to them!
What businesses in the East Bay are talking about
Local business owners and staff come together in their neighborhoods to share resources and advice. Subjects range from finance to bureaucracy, marketing to employee benefits. Your neighborhood community is the place to talk about any and all of your small business concerns!



Local business events
We love hosting get-togethers and seminars where our members can make real-world connections. Mingle with your business neighbors while picking up new skills, like social media smarts, or learning how to take care of yourself at a health and wellness workshop.
Recent Events
Meet the Experts: An Oakland Small Business Happy Hour
Home-Based Entrepreneurs Lunch
Local East Bay business resources and beyond
The best in marketing, finance, small business resources, and more
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Proud Mary Keeps On Rolling: Australian Coffee Company Expands to the U.S.
Proud Mary Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster and café—as well as educator and retailer—based in Melbourne, Australia. So what major city did this popular… Read more
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From the Trenches: Taking the Leap to Start a Business
Starting a business can be a scary proposition. You might be noodling on an idea for a long time before you actually take the plunge.… Read more
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Rock and Rapture: Honing the Business Concept (Part 2)
This is the second piece in a series that follows business owner Shahasp Valentine as she opens her jewelry and art gallery/music lounge, Rock &… Read more
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