Economic Development
We promote policies that help businesses grow while fostering economic inclusion and equity.
The Business Strategy team aids companies and entrepreneurs across industries in Boston. We can help you expand, move, or keep and grow your business in Boston.
The Small Business Development team is Boston’s front door for small businesses. We have permitting and licensing resources, as well as technical help. We also offer certification for local, women, minority and veteran owned businesses.
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Mayor Walsh announces 2019 housing security, economic mobility legislative agenda
Natalia Urtubey, Celina Barrios-Millner appointed to Economic leadership positions
The Business Strategy Team assists companies seeking to relocate to, expand or stay in Boston. We have industry managers with specialized expertise across a range of sectors including startups, light industrial/manufacturing, life sciences, high tech, and the creative economy. As a global city, the Business Strategy Team also engages with partners to promote Boston as open for business within the international market. Our team is ready to support your business needs.
Contact: MIDORI MORIKAWA, Director of Business Strategy 617-635-3416MoRe information
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