The Brink SBDC
Overview
The Brink SBDC is a specialty center of the San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center Network, hosted at the University of San Diego. It provides free and confidential consulting and training to innovation-based entrepreneurs and small businesses to help them access capital and build investable companies. The center is funded through agreements with the U.S. Small Business Administration and grants from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. It facilitates access to capital by preparing companies for investment and assisting with grant applications, as well as awarding non-dilutive funding through pitch competitions.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
sandiego.eduInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChargeNet Stations | Aug 2020 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| AquaPoro | Apr 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is The Brink SBDC based?
The Brink SBDC is headquartered in San Diego, California, United States.
When was The Brink SBDC founded?
Founding year information for The Brink SBDC is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does The Brink SBDC have?
The Brink SBDC has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in The Brink SBDC's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include ChargeNet Stations, AquaPoro.
What was The Brink SBDC's most recent investment shown here?
The Brink SBDC's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in AquaPoro in 2026.
What sectors does The Brink SBDC focus on?
The Brink SBDC focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Telecommunications & Networking.
What company stages does The Brink SBDC focus on?
Stage focus information for The Brink SBDC is not publicly available.