The Small Business Division provides business training, educational events, and coaching to empower entrepreneurs. Our mission is to foster job creation and support the growth of new and existing businesses by providing capacity-building information, tools, and resources.

In-person BizAid BONUS: Effective March 4th, attendees get special pricing ($5.00 off) on any business classes taken within 30 days of their In-person BizAid class. 

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Other Resources:  

  • Economic Development Department’s Small Business Resources Directory - Database of local, state, federal, and community resources. Filter by “Disaster Relief” to find immediate support for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Small Business Needs Assessment - The Economic Development Department connected with Austin's small business community through a Small Business Needs Assessment.  Participants provided insights on learning preferences, business growth needs, and pandemic impacts. Read the Small Business Needs Assessment overview and results.