Start or Run a Business
Did you know?
Small businesses in Southwest Washington make up 80% of the Chamber's membership.
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an experienced business owner, we're here to support your journey every step of the way! Take advantage of all the investments the community is making in businesses like yours.
BUILT TO ASSIST YOU
Business POD
The GVC Business POD Pathways to Opportunity and Development Program is designed to empower and educate small business owners through workshops and individual and peer cohort coaching sessions.
RESOURCES
Looking to start a business?
Follow this step-by-step roadmap to successfully open and operate a business in Washington State.
Upcoming Events
Events designed for the community
Fill your calendar with events to move your business forward. From networking mixers and golf tournaments to educational workshops, every event is an opportunity to connect, learn, and expand your reach. You never know which connection could change everything!
Start-up resources
Discover essential guides, resources, and tools to help answer all your startup questions.
State of Washington
Association of Washington Businesses
Washington Small Business Guide
- Guía de pequeñas empresas de Washington
- Вашингтонский гид по малому бизнесу
- 워싱턴 중소기업 가이드
- Hướng dẫn Doanh nghiệp Nhỏ của Washington
- 華盛頓小型企業指南
Mercy Corps Southwest Washington
WA Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises
WA Procurement Technical Assistance Center
WA Department of Labor and Industries
SWCA Construction Business Resources
Washington Department of Revenue
Commute Trip Reduction Resources
Washington Women’s Business Center
Washington State Small Business Liaison Helplines
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Email: help@business.wa.gov
Call: 1-800-917-0043 (toll-free)
Text/SMS: 1-833-674-2492
