Business Development

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.

NEW: Due on 1/26/23 at 9:00 a.m.

Lafayette Building RFP Official

Why South Bend?

Pro-business
Technologically advanced community
UPS/Fed Ex Distribution Centers located at South Bend Airport
South Bend International Airport; both a regional and international airport
Easy accessiblity to 14 interstates
5 major universities

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South Bend Business Forum

Description	The intent of the South Bend Business Forum will be to: hear updates from the Mayor and other City staff regarding programs and initiatives; allow time for businesses to communicate their interests and concerns directly to City administration; encourage networking and collaboration amongst business associations and the opportunity exchange valuable experience and updates
Date	May 4, 2022 September 14, 2022 November 9, 2022
Time	6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location	Technology Resource Center, Main Common Room 1165 Franklin St, Catalyst 2, South Bend, IN 46601

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.