Expanding a Business in Austin

Small businesses have historically led our country out of recession and Austin continues to be the top city in the country for small business growth and expansion. Austin's success can be attributed to its large pool of college graduates; thriving collaborations between corporate, government and universities; and higher than average population growth. Small business owners can take advantage of many no-cost or low-cost means to expand their business acumen and find assistance to aid the growth of their businesses.

Technical Assistance

SBDP has developed the BizAid Program to provide customized business solutions to transition entrepreneurs from one growth phase into another.

New Horizons for Local Austin Businesses

Export and foreign market expansion experts presented numerous exciting avenues for local Austin businesses to pursue at an information luncheon on May 23 sponsored by the City of Austin’s Small Business Development Program and International Program. Click here for full article.

Business Success Skills Certification

The City of Austin Small Business Development Program has partnered with University of Texas at Austin Professional Development Center. Twenty-three classes are offered in the areas of marketing, social media, human resources, money management, and small business taxes. Click on the link to learn more about the Small Business Success Skills Certification. For class descriptions and registration information, click here.

Business Solutions Center

http://www.cityofaustin.org/sbdp/bsc.htm

The Business Solutions Center (BSC) is a resource of the City of Austin's Small Business Development Program. This no-cost service was established for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. The BSC is committed to providing the most current information and innovative technology resources available to help Austin’s small businesses grow and prosper