Small Business Programs

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The Economic Opportunity and Development staff offers a variety of business development services to Cambridge small businesses. Staff assists businesses from many business sectors, including retail, restaurant, and personal and professional services businesses, historically disadvantaged businesses, and small businesses in all stages of development.

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    Business Development Workshops

    Tackling topics ranging from social media and online marketing to legal designations and tax paperwork, the Economic Opportunity and Development Division's workshops are a valuable resource for Cambridge residents and business owners.

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    Storefront Improvement Program

    Cambridge property owners or tenants can access technical and financial resources to renovate or restore commercial building exterior facades through the Storefront Improvement Program. The Program improves the physical appearance of independent businesses and enhances Cambridge's commercial districts.

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    Small Business Enhancement Program

    Cambridge retailers, personal services, home-based businesses, and restaurant owners can improve their establishments' interior appearances, marketing efforts, or operations using the Small Business Enhancement Program.

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    Retail Interior Accessibility Program

    The Retail Interior Accessibility Program provides financial assistance to business owners seeking to renovate or improve the interior of their commercial buildings to make their business more accessible to those who are sensory and/or physically disabled.