To help Ventura County business leaders access information for their companies and for entrepreneurs who are interested in launching a business, Economic Development CollaborativeVentura County added Tools for Business Success at www. edcventura.toolsforbusiness.info.

"Tools for Business Success enables Ventura County businesses to access a wealth of information easily and quickly, which is important for businesses to succeed in this economy," said Bruce Stenslie, EDC-VC president and CEO.

The website, which is continually updated, covers 20 key business areas, including funding, employer assistance, marketing and selling, selling to the government and online classes.

The site includes business plan and cash management templates as well. Information is also available in Spanish.

EDC-VC is a private, nonprofit organization that serves as a businesstogovernment liaison to assist businesses in Ventura County. For information, call Stenslie at (805) 384-1800, ext. 21, e-mail bruce.stenslie@edc-vc.com or visit www.edc-vc.com.