What Do You Need To Succeed?
Coaching
Steps to Starting Your Business: If you are thinking of starting a business of your own the City of Birmingham and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) are teaming up to provide training seminars and mentorship opportunities. Fill out the form below to get started.
Business License
Birmingham’s Online Business License: The City of Birmingham is partnering with Avenu to provide an online portal that enables 24-hour access to applications, renewals, and payments. This portal will save business owners time and provide a cohesive way for them to keep track of their business license requirements. Get started.
Access To Capital
Access to Capital:
November 30, 2022 @ 1:30p CT – REGISTER HERE for Small Business Loan Program
The City of Birmingham also funds the Birmingham Business Development Loan Program offering bank-guaranteed loans for a minimum amount of $100,000.00 and up to the maximum amount of $1,000,000.00. Fill out the form below for more information.
The City of Birmingham also partners with local Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) to provide access to capital for small businesses. You can find more information about our partners below: Sabre Finance | Hope Credit Union | LiftFund | TruFund Financial Services | Kiva
Promote
Celebrating Birmingham’s Small Businesses: Mayor Woodfin wants to give small business owners the opportunity to share their stories and highlight their unique contributions through a multi-media spotlight campaign. To nominate a business or experience their stories visit, fill out the form below!
Legacy Business Program – click here for more information on how the City of Birmingham is positioning its long-standing small businesses for support and growth.
World Games
Small Business Preparation Workshops: The City of Birmingham is partnering with the Birmingham Business Resource Center and REV Birmingham to provide two programs designed to give our local business and the edge they need to WIN! Get started.
