With the support and backing of various economic development agencies in the Dayton, Ohio area, the Dayton Business Resource Center is highly equipped to find the answers you seek about doing business in the city. Our strategic partners embrace the same dedication to fostering growth and stability in the Dayton region. To find out more information, simply click the organization’s logo to be transported to their web page.

City of Dayton Department of Economic Development


The City of Dayton's Economic Development Department takes a proactive approach to attract businesses to Dayton and keep them here. The department works to promote sustainable economic growth in the city by targeting growth industries such as advanced manufacturing, health care, sensors, and data management, among others.

The Office of Economic Development offers the following services to Dayton’s business community:

  • Coordination with financial partners for low-interest loans
  • Site selection assistance
  • Business incentives
  • Land acquisition
  • Assistance to business owners in the plan review process

By developing long-term business relationships, the department continually maximizes opportunities for economic development and growth.

CityWide Development Corporation


www.citywidedev.com
Since 1972, CityWide Development Corporation has played a part in transforming possibilities into reality for Dayton business owners and homeowners. With a variety of financial, consultative and educational services, this nonprofit agency provides assistance in several areas of investment including business, neighborhoods, entertainment and downtown housing, among others.

Over the past three decades, CityWide has helped hundreds of businesses expand, renovate or open in Dayton. As a major development organization, CityWide is able to help businesses secure loans and other financing for various projects. Some of their loan programs include:

  • Direct Loans
  • SBA 504 Loans
  • Neighborhood Business Assistance Program
  • Enterprise Ohio Investment Company
  • Well Field Protection Fund Loan Program

Click to learn more about CityWide’s loan programs.

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce


www.daytonchamber.org
Celebrating over 100 years, the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce represents more than 3,000 organizations in the multi-county Dayton region. The Chamber is a member-driven organization that works with the community, government, and civic organizations in order to enhance the image of the Dayton region in order to foster a climate in which businesses can operate successfully. Today, the Chamber focuses on three core competency areas:

  • Government Advocacy
  • Economic Development
  • Member Services

The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is nationally recognized by its peers as one of the largest and most effective Chambers in the U.S. The Chamber has been fully accredited by the United States Chamber of Commerce since 1995.

Downtown Dayton Partnership


www.downtowndayton.org
The DDP is a nonprofit organization funded primarily by a Special Improvement District. The Special Improvement District contracts with the DDP to provide a variety of services including business development, advocacy and marketing. The DDP is also supported by downtown businesses that choose to join as members.

Services offered by the DDP include:

  • Downtown Business Advocacy
  • Business Recruitment and Expansion
  • Downtown Environment Improvement
  • Marketing/Public Relations Assistance
  • Site Selection Guidance
  • Special Events Assistance

The Downtown Dayton Partnership is dedicated to making downtown Dayton a better place to live, work and visit. Working with downtown property owners, businesses and residents, the DDP provides strategic planning, business development and marketing services to grow and strengthen our downtown.

 
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