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Questions about CPPE?

We’ve addressed the most frequently asked questions below. If you have additional inquiries, feel free to contact the CPPE Front Desk at 909-869-4204.

Q and A
Are Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. (CPPE) employees also University employees?
Answer: No. Although they are generally considered campus “staff or student” employees and enjoy similar benefits, they are entirely separate from University employment.
How do I contact Enterprises Employment Services?
Answer: Call them at 909-869-2953.
How do I obtain parking info?
Answer: Contact Employment Services: Enterprises Employment Services
If something is prohibited by California State University (CSU) regulations, can it be approved and handled through the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc?
Answer: In most cases, if CSU regulations do not allow it, it would not be allowed by the CPPE. Title 5 requires auxiliary organizations, such as the Enterprises, to follow CSU policies and regulations even though the Enterprises is a separate entity from the University. For example, expenditures made through Enterprises discretionary accounts must show evidence of supporting the educational mission of the University and all applicable laws; regulations and policies must be adhered to in business transactions. The Enterprises does provide flexibility, speed of transactions, special accounts and services and expertise and resources not available elsewhere.
Is the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. a gift giving organization from which one can ask for grants?
Answer: This is partially true. The CPPE provides post award administration of externally funded activities. It provides accounting and administrative reporting services for the University and acts as its fiscal agent. Assistance on research and grant proposals is available through the University’s office of Research and Sponsored Programs in Academic Affairs. Annually, the Enterprises contributes funds, deemed by the Board of Directors to be surplus, back to the University. The University determines the use of those excess funds, not the Enterprises.
Is the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. a monopoly?
Answer: A: No. The term “monopoly” implies that the market is controlled and choices do not exist. A more appropriate definition is that the CPPE is a “recognized auxiliary” organization that has a special relationship with the University. It is assigned the challenge of serving the special needs of the campus community. This includes periods of very busy activity, as well as low activity, such as summers and quarter breaks. The CPPE does not control the academic calendar; however, it does attempt to respond to the campus’ service needs, market conditions, and provide desirable choices and fair prices that compliment the University’s educational mission. This function relieves the University of using scarce taxpayer supported dollars to provide such services as well as enabling the Enterprises to gift surplus revenues back to the University to support a multitude of projects. The annual “gift” to the University ensures that funding which might otherwise require increased fees or the reduction of campus programs is available to support the University’s continued growth.
Is the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. another division of the University Administration?
Answer: No. A 20 member Board of Directors governs the CPPE, which is made up of the President of the University, faculty, staff, students, administrators and local community members. In addition to the Board, there are several committees comprised of Board members to review various programs and financial issues. California corporate law requires that all Board members act in the best interest of the organization and carry out their legal fiduciary responsibilities. All meetings, except confidential executive sessions, are public and announced in advance.
Is the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. related to the Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan?
Answer: No. Although the entire campus has close ties to the Kellogg Foundation, there is no formal relationship with the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc. CPPE is a separate local organization many times smaller than the huge Kellogg Foundation.
What are the Dining Hours?
Answer: You can call 909-869-2950 or visit Dining Hours Link. Dining Hours Link
Where is the Enterprises?
Answer: It is located on Cal Poly Pomona University at 3801 West Temple Avenue, Building 55, Pomona, CA, 92882. Link to Map and Directions
Why does the Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises, Inc., being a non-profit entity, generate a surplus from its operations?
Answer: Actually, all non-profit corporations strive to make a surplus or “profit.” Non-profit corporations must generate more revenue than expenses and establish various operating reserves in order to be financially solvent.