Helping Your Business - Start, Grow and Succeed
The City of Modesto’s Economic Development Team is here to help your business succeed with personalized, hands-on support. As part of our white glove service, we’re proud to share small business incentives that make starting, growing, or relocating in Modesto easier.
We assist business owners with permitting, connect them to available programs and resources, and offer support tailored to their goals.
Whether launching a new venture or expanding an existing one, our team is here to help every step of the way.
Modesto’s Business Concierge Team was created to help your business succeed by offering personalized, hands-on support—making it easier to start and grow your business in Modesto, with guidance every step of the way.
Business Made Easier
Assistance with city services, workforce development, and marketing opportunities. Whether you're planning a new project or making improvements to your commercial space, we connect you with streamlined services like:
Pre-App Express—a one-stop meeting with all key departments for upfront feedback—and
Permits Express, where you can get real-time input and potential same-day approval for simple tenant improvements.
We're proud to share small business incentives that make starting, growing, or relocating in Modesto easier.
Funding
Providing strategic funding for façade and streetscape improvements, small business growth, and overall economic vitality. Loans administered by Valley First Credit Union. Small Business Growth & Expansion Loan & Business Beautification Loan.
Partnerships
We also offer direct connections to local business organizations, including the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Stanislaus Latino Chamber of Commerce, and industry-specific groups.
Explore our current contracting and bid opportunities. Learn how to register as a vendor, view open solicitations, and partner with us on projects that help move our community forward.
Measure your business performance, discover potential customers, and optimize your target marketing.
