Small Business Assistancehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/grow-expand/business-resources/small-business-assistanceSmall Business AssistanceSmall businesses are the heart of our Phoenix community. TeamPHX is here to help by connecting your small business with meaningful, free resources. Learn more about how we can help your small business thrive!<div class="ExternalClass4D1B4508966C4BF0A249499DCA9CFD11"><h1>Phoenix is Small Business</h1><p>Small businesses are the heart of our Phoenix community. Small businesses make unique products, come up with creative ways to deliver a service, provide job opportunities for residents, share their passion, and contribute their energy into making their community better. Small businesses are also a significant driver of the local economy, with over 94% of all businesses in Phoenix having less than 100 employees, small business is big business in Phoenix.<br></p><p>​</p><p>The City of Phoenix is here to support small businesses by providing a variety of free resources that can help small business thrive! These resources include everything from navigating the development process to obtaining advice from expert consultants, and much more.​<br></p></div>/images/smallbusinessbanner.jpg/images/SmallBiz.jpgsmall-business-assistanceSmall Business AssistanceBusiness Resourcesgrow-expand/business-resources/small-business-assistance

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Start a Businesshttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=133Start a Business<div class="ExternalClass91E0FB60E0794F5691F012158B0D26F6"><p>The Phoenix Public Library'​​s StartUpPHX program provides programming, resources, a​nd classes for those dreaming of starting a business or have a new small business. StartUpPHX offers programs such as the Business Road Map series, which helps entrepreneurs learn subjects related to legal issues, target markets, budgeting, setting milestones, and accessing capital.​​<br></p></div>5Discover Morehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/StartUpPHX_blankGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoNoMediaBlock
Join an Online Business Networkhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=126Join an Online Business Network<div class="ExternalClass98CC7CC65B2548518729D78F95518E7C">PHXbizConnect is an online business platform that provides 24/7 access to grant resources, on-demand trainings, technical assistance, and networking opportunities with other local business members, all at no-cost.<br></div>15Discover Morehttps://phoenix.myhuub.com/_blank_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254dahttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/126/Greenblock-SunchineCraftCo.jpgColorblockLeftGreenBlockLeft
Fund Your Businesshttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=452Fund Your Business<div class="ExternalClassDAB694135B6649AE8B404673CB750B14"><p>​The Better Business Bureau (BBB) helps entrepreneurs in Phoenix with access to affordable small business loans through the Phoenix Kiva Hub. Small business loans are zero percent interest, have terms between 12 and 36 months, and range from $1,000 to $15,000 for qualifying businesses. Unlike traditional banks, Kiva loans don’t require a minimum credit score, years of cash flow documents, or collateral.​<br></p></div>17Discover Morehttp://www.bbb.org/local/1126/innovation/kiva/phoenix_self_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoMediaBlock
Explore the Development Processhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=127Explore the Development Process<div class="ExternalClass62531674925542B8AFFA0A2199960277"><p>The Office of Customer Advocacy (OCA) should be your first call before you lease space, buy a building or work with an architect to make improvements to your business. OCA, part of Phoenix Planning & Development, helps you understand development requirements, zoning, building permits, construction plans, and timelines.</p>​<br></div>20Learn Morehttps://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/development/office-of-customer-advocacy_blank_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoMediaBlock
Learn from Expert Consultantshttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=128Learn from Expert Consultants<div class="ExternalClass151A4FBF9E854E36A0BD94C1A24D1914">Eligible business owners can work one-on-one with a business consultant in areas such as marketing, website design, finance, or other business strategies. The PHXbizConnect Technical Assistance Program provides guidance from a variety of expert consultants to help your business grow and thrive.<br></div>25Learn Morehttps://phoenix.myhuub.com/phoenix-technical-assistance/_self_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoMediaBlock
Small Business 1https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=129Small Business 150GP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daBlue94%of Phoenix businesses have fewer than 100 employeesStats
Small Business 2https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=130Small Business 251_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoGreen$43of every $100 spent at locally owned businesses stays in the local economyStats
Small Business 3https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=131Small Business 353GP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daYellow800+small businesses on the PHXbizConnect PlatformStats
Register as a City Vendorhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=134Register as a City Vendor<div class="ExternalClassA727CEA48AFD431A8F22A5067E9C6DC2"><p>The City of Phoenix buys millions of dollars in goods and services from local businesses like you. Visit procurePHX and register your business as a city approved vendor. Signing up also lets you subscribe to opportunities to sell to city departments when they are ready to buy.<br></p></div>60Learn Morehttps://www.phoenix.gov/finance/eprocurement_blank_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoMediaBlock
Certify Your Businesshttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=135Certify Your Business<div class="ExternalClass8066768D3C5C47558B3651C3CD4911F2">There are benefits when your business is certified by the City of Phoenix as a Small Business Enterprise or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. For more information on certification eligibility or virtual workshops, visit the Phoenix Equal Opportunity website.<br></div>62Discover Morehttps://www.phoenix.gov/eod/programs_self_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoMediaBlock
Do Business with Aviationhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=136Do Business with Aviation<div class="ExternalClass5FA718B523DB4F2A8BCABDC7053CED5A"><p>The City of Phoenix Aviation Department performs high-level community outreach to small and local businesses for contracting opportunities at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in both construction and professional services. Aviation manages and facilitates programs, such as Small Business Engagement, Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise programs.​​ <br></p></div>64Learn Morehttps://www.phoenix.gov/aviation_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoNoMediaBlock
Pet2Vets, LLChttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=155Pet2Vets, LLC<div class="ExternalClass749B0AEE1B814D7C97E4D4CEF8C6E03A"><p>​I completely Love PHXbizConnect and I'm already getting assessed by two great advisors, one of them for grants, and the other for marketing via social media. PHXbizConnect is an invaluable service and I'm so glad to be on this platform.<br></p></div>70GP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daHelping Small Business Thrivehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/155/Pets2Vets.jpgLorena Suarez, Pet2Vets, LLCBlueTestimonial
Bruce Brown Cateringhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=156Bruce Brown Catering<div class="ExternalClassBAF6926EFA164F91A530AF524D703755"><p>Thank you for your ongoing, tireless work to keep a small business going and growing.</p>​<br></div>72_selfGP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daHelping Small Business Thrivehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/156/BruceBrownCatering.jpgNoBruce Brown, Bruce Brown CateringGreenTestimonial
CORE HR Solutions, LLChttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=379CORE HR Solutions, LLC<div class="ExternalClassCF37262BBD664F128FE839FF376770FB"><p>​My HR consulting business saved $4,000 when a PHXbizConnect advisor built my website.  I love helping fellow small businesses, so I became an advisor in the program.  Overall, PHXbizConnect helped me grow my own business. ​<br></p></div>74GP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daHelping Small Business Thrivehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/379/Core solutions logo(Final) (2).pngSonja Talley, Founder, CORE HR Solutions, LLCYellowTestimonial
Greater Phoenix Business Networkshttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Documents/GreaterPhxBusinessNetworks.pdfGreater Phoenix Business Networks100GP0|#6ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c;L0|#06ce2da6e-a5bd-40d6-8dff-8020091bb26c|Small Business Assistance;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#720783d4-79bf-42b3-96dd-08aa71acaba9;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;GP0|#b6e22bfb-edf4-48e5-b4cd-aab491535997;L0|#0b6e22bfb-edf4-48e5-b4cd-aab491535997|Entrepreneur Resources;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daMore Informationapplication/pdf DocumentPage
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