Why San Jose

Fueled by innovation, entrepreneurship and a highly talented workforce, San Jose is home to some of the most cutting-edge companies in the world, with a diverse mix of driving technology corporations, light/heavy industrial companies and small businesses.

Led by titans like Cisco and eBay, San Jose companies are the driving force behind the economic success enjoyed throughout Silicon Valley. In 2010, the region’s top 150 public companies had a combined net worth of $1.55 trillion, while producing $548 billion in sales and $85 billion in profits.^[1]

Why are San Jose and Silicon Valley such great places to do business? A recent survey of local CEOs cited:^[2]

1. Access to skilled labor (named by 69% of respondents)
2. Entrepreneurial mindset (66%)
3. Proximity to customers and competitors (42%)
4. Access to venture capital (23%)
5. World-class universities & climate/weather (tied)

Learn more about the many competitive advantages of doing business in San Jose!

You can also read about Business Assistance and Incentives available to relocating and expanding businesses. In addition, learn why you and your employees will want to live, work and play in Our Community.