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City of El Paso Economic Development Booklet
The City of El Paso’s Economic Development Guide is your go-to resource for empowering and supporting our vibrant business community. Tailored for local entrepreneurs and business owners, this booklet provides essential insights to help you start, grow, and succeed in El Paso’s thriving market.
Conduct Market Research with Size Up
Market research will tell you if there’s an opportunity to turn your idea into a successful business. It’s a way to gather information about potential customers and businesses already operating in your area. Use that information to find a competitive advantage for your business.
Attract more customers and retain business
Buy El Paso Rewards Powered by Open Rewards encourages people to shop locally by offering rewards, bringing more customers to participating businesses, and building stronger customer relationships. Local businesses can use the program to attract new shoppers and keep loyal customers coming back.
Permitting your Business
Operate your business smoothly by staying legally compliant. The licenses and permits you need for your business will vary by industry, state, location, and other factors. It’s important to stay updated on any changes in regulations to avoid delays and ensure your business remains in good standing.
Governor’s Small Business Resource Portal
The Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance and the Business Permit Office support Texas small and medium businesses through advocacy, education, and technical help. They assist with permitting, licensing, regulatory compliance, and offer small business resources, referrals, and webinars for startups and businesses in urban, suburban, and rural areas.
Supply El Paso
Supply El Paso aims to help local businesses compete for public and private contracts to grow. It is the product of a Procurement Playbook, funded by the Rockefeller Foundation, co-created by the Aspen Institute Latinos and Society Program and the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University and carried out in close collaboration with a broad array of local governments, chambers and other stakeholders.
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