Business Resources
The following resources can be used as reference tools for business owners. They cover demographic data as well as additional programs and organizations that help small businesses.
Local Business Resources
- City of Portland - Resource for Business Assistance, Licenses and Permits, Bids and Contracts
- Portland Development Commission - The City of Portland’s agency for urban renewal, business and development loans
- Small Business Administration (SBA) - Resource for business development tools and information
- SCORE - Portland office for business consulting
- Small Business Development Center (SBDC) - Source for Workshops, Training and Counseling
- Oregon MicroEnterprise Network (OMEN) - Referral source for Portland area microenterprise (5 employees or less) service providers
- Business Oregon - Statewide resource to create, retain, expand and attract businesses in Oregon
- Albina Opportunities Corporation - Resource for business advising and lending services
- Business Portland - Resource for starting, expanding and growing small business, and networking with other Portland businesses
Demographic Resources
- Economic Data Research Tool – Quickfacts, mapping, census data, tax information, housing, transportation, and more
- Portland Maps – Provides quick and easy access to property information, neighborhood crime rates and more
- Quick Facts from the U.S. Census Bureau – Quick demographics on businesses in Oregon and different counties
- Business Patterns from the U.S. Census Bureau – An annual series that provides sub-national economic data by industry
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