Starting and running a business is a very challenging task. We work to connect you to the resources that you need to build and grow your business in Sioux City.
Advance Iowa is the State of Iowa's comprehensive consulting program designed to work with midsized companies to enhance their growth. The program assists firms in overcoming their obstacles and helps to identify new opportunities.
IASourceLink is the premiere business resource in Iowa for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Free business webinars, expert advice, and searchable directory of organizations that assist Iowa businesses can all be found on IASourceLink.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has a great tool for planning on how much financing your business will require and the best ways to go about funding. A section dedicated to crowdfunding may be an option to consider.
Are you an entrepreneur or small business in need of free, confidential, and customized business counseling? Contact SBDC for advice on developing a successful business plan.
The Sioux City Chapter of SCORE provides free mentoring and low-cost workshops to entrepreneurs who want help starting or growing their business.
Siouxland Economic Development Corporation offers financial assistance programs and services to assist small and medium sized businesses get started or expand.
Springboard Coworking offers shared office space in downtown Sioux City for entrepreneurs that combines the best elements of cafe culture with a productive, functional, and affordable work environment.
Venture School is a program designed to aid aspiring entrepreneurs in accelerating the startup process through real-world experimentation and valuable feedback.
Military veterans may find Veteran Entrepreneur Portal helpful. VEP makes it easier for small businesses to access federal services, regardless of its source—and quickly connects Veteran entrepreneurs to relevant ‘best-practices’ and information..
Iowa’s West Coast Initiative is building the culture entrepreneurs need to succeed by hosting networking events for entrepreneurs to make key connections, organizing business idea competitions for a chance to win startup capital, providing specialized educational programs and technical assistance, and identifying new resources and programs to bring to the region. IWCI has developed strong relationships with many organizations both locally and across the state and has been a catalyst in bringing new resources to the region to benefit our local entrepreneurs.