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Empowering Local Entrepreneurs in Miami-Dade: Introducing the Miami-Dade Business Navigator


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Introducing the Miami-Dade Business Navigator: Empowering Local Entrepreneurs

We are thrilled to present the Miami-Dade Business Navigator (MDBN) program

A dynamic initiative supported, in part, by a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Spearheaded by the Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at Florida International University’s College of Business (FIU Business) and in collaboration with six esteemed community organizations, including Ascendus, Branches, the EDC of South Miami-Dade, the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, Prospera, and StartUP FIU Procurement, this program aims to empower underserved local entrepreneurs in Miami-Dade County, helping them launch, grow, and revitalize their businesses. The focus of MDBN lies on supporting small businesses, including microbusinesses with less than 10 employees, owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

Our Mission: Guiding Small Businesses Towards Success

Miami-Dade County boasts incredible diversity and opportunity, making it an ideal location for budding and expanding businesses. However, navigating government programs and small business resources can often be a complex task. That’s where the Miami-Dade Business Navigator program steps in. We collaborate with trusted community-based organizations to assist small businesses in accessing the full range of community resources, services, and programs available to them. By bolstering these local groups, we aim to expand their reach and create a robust network of small business providers in Miami-Dade, ultimately improving access to essential support for starting new ventures, fostering growth in existing businesses, and facilitating recovery from pandemic-related impacts.

Discover Our Services: Personalized Support for Entrepreneurial Success

At MDBN, we recognize the challenges faced by local entrepreneurs when it comes to navigating government programs and resources. Our program is designed to address various barriers, such as language or cultural hurdles, programmatic complexities, and the need to connect businesses with industry experts directly. To achieve this, we offer three key components:

  1. One-on-One Business Assistance: Our knowledgeable Navigators are dedicated to understanding your unique business needs and providing tailored consulting and guidance.
  2. Training and Outreach Assistance: We offer valuable training opportunities to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for success.
  3. Connectivity to Small Business Networking, Resources, and Information: We connect you to a wealth of networking opportunities, essential resources, and up-to-date information vital to your business journey.

Take the First Step: Schedule Your No-Cost Consultation

To embark on this journey towards business success, the first step is setting up a no-cost consultation with us. During this meeting, we’ll get to know you and your business better, enabling us to offer targeted support and connect you with the most suitable Navigator. Whether you require consulting, training, or critical resources, our team is here to assist you every step of the way.

Join us at the Miami-Dade Business Navigator

Let’s work together to help your business not only survive but thrive in this vibrant county. Together, we can achieve greatness in the entrepreneurial landscape of Miami-Dade County.

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