Grow Your Business
The City of Tacoma’s Community and Economic Development staff is here to help you grow your business.
Overview
Looking for new customers? Considering an expansion? No matter where you are in the evolution of your business, we’re here to help you access the information you need to stay successful. Grow your Business Checklist Financing your Business Grow your Market … read more
Grow your Business Checklist
Congratulations! You’ve made it through the startup phase of running a business. You’re in a perfect place to consider the next stage for your company. We have several business coaches available from many of the services you need to grow your business. If you have an online business we have partnered up with Advance Payments, to offer you low cost services to process credit card payments. To help you with your planning, we created this checklist to offer you ideas and … read more
Financing your Business
Now that you have an established business (two or more years in operation) and have demonstrated that your business is fiscally sound, you might be considering the next stage of your business. Need more working capital? Looking to upgrade your equipment? … read more
Grow your Market
Every entrepreneur knows there’s always more to learn if you want to keep growing. Even with a well-intended business plan in hand, you never know when you might need new information. Have you been wondering if your website is effective? … read more
Green your Business
Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword. A lot of responsible businesses are looking for ways to help the environment that won’t break the bank. For information about free energy audits through the BEST program and rebate programs offered through Tacoma Power … read more
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I get additional financing to grow my business? As your business grows, there are a variety of ways to fund your expenses, ranging from bank loans to microenterprise organizations. For more information about these services, including some … read more
