UC MBEST works closely with a number of agencies and organizations to promote and foster the development of the MBEST research and development park and associated educational activities. Please see our Partners page for a description of government research facilities and independent research organizations, which collectively comprise one of the largest research networks in the nation, located on the Monterey Bay Research Crescent.

UC MBEST gratefully acknowledges the support of the following agencies and organizations:

Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments

California Department of Housing, Urban and Community Development (HCD)

California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB)

California Technology, Trade and Commerce Agency

City of Marina

County of Monterey

Economic Development Administration (EDA)

Fort Ord Reuse Authority (FORA)

Golden State Capital Network

Lighthouse Venture Forum

Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA)

Monterey Bay Regional Training Consortium (MBRTC)

Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

One Stop Career Center

Salinas Chamber of Commerce

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Gilroy

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Santa Cruz

UC MBEST would also like to thank the following local, state, and federal government representatives:

Assemblyman Fred Keeley

Senator Bruce McPherson

Congressman Sam Farr