Open For Business

FREE EXPERT HELP FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 28TH

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

Feeling overwhelmed by your business?

Need help but don’t know where to turn?

The Open for Business program connects you with experienced consultants in marketing, accounting, legal services, and more.

Existing small businesses and nonprofits in Allegheny County can apply for the program.

To be eligible, your small business must be located in Allegheny County in one of the following areas:  Avalon, Bellevue, Blawnox, Braddock, Braddock Hills, Carnegie, City of Clairton, Coraopolis, City of Duquesne, East McKeesport, East Pittsburgh, Elizabeth, Glassport, Homestead, McKees Rocks, Millvale, Mt. Oliver, North Braddock, North Versailles, Pitcairn, Rankin, Sharpsburg, Stowe, Swissvale, Tarentum, Turtle Creek, Verona, Versailles, Wall, West Elizabeth, Whitaker, Wilkinsburg, or Wilmerding.

You get one-on-one business guidance, access to proven strategies, and the opportunity to join a 12-month mentorship cohort.

Services are tailored to meet your actual needs and are funded by Allegheny County and are completely free.

Who Can Apply?
Eligible existing small businesses and nonprofits located in Allegheny County.

AVAILABLE FREE SERVICES

Accounting

Payroll, Tax Strategy & Document Prep, Bookkeeping, Projections

Credit Counseling

Personal Credit, Business Credit

General Consulting

Strategic Planning, Business Plan, Expansion Plan, Pivoting, Processes

Legal

Entity Formation, Contract Review, Operating Agreement, Commercial Leases

Marketing

Marketing Plans, Logos & Graphic Design, Digital Marketing & Social Media Strategy

Digital Skills Training

Google Business Profile, Social Media Audit, Technology Tools

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