The Business Development Team is here to connect you to resources and programs when you are ready to locate or expand your business in South Bend. The City offers a range of programs and incentives that promote economic development. These programs can grant business loans or public money, or provide support through City services and personnel, in the interest of helping improve South Bend's economic vitality as a community and establish its competitive edge.
Our team focuses City-wide while providing specialized opportunities in the downtown and various other development areas. Small or large, start-up or established, make the City of South Bend Business Development Team your first call.
Why Choose South Bend for growing a business?
- Pro-business mentality
- Technologically advanced community
- UPS/Fed Ex Distribution Centers located at South Bend Airport
- South Bend International Airport; both a regional and international airport
- Easy accessibility to 14 interstates
- 5 major universities
Revolving Business Enterprise Fund
The Revolving Loan Fund seeks to revitalize the landscape of industry and opportunity in South Bend. The City thrives by attracting innovation, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities. To that end, the Fund exists to encourage growth and expansion for new and existing businesses in South Bend.
Small Business Resource Guide
The Small Business Resource Guide offers guidance and support to new and existing businesses. This guide is designed for individuals are considering starting a business in South Bend, or if you are in the early stages of getting your business off the ground and just need a little more support. This resource is not intended to be the only resource you will use. We have included links to some other sources that may also be able to provide further assistance to you and help you further develop your business.
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Erik Glavich
eglavich@southbendin.gov |
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Phone
574.233.0311 |
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Address
227 West Jefferson Blvd.Suite 1400 SSouth Bend, Indiana 46601 |