Business & Entrepreneurial Guide
The Business Owner & Entrepreneurial Guide was developed by the Ionia County Economic Alliance and the Ionia Area Chamber of Commerce as a written document that lists contact organizations needed when considering expanding an existing business, or starting a new business in the Ionia Area. It can be viewed and /or printed here.
IONIA DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
The City of Ionia Downtown Development Authority was established in 1989 and is dedicated to the promotion and improvement of the downtown district.
Since its establishment, the DDA has been involved with a number of projects including:
- Façade improvement grant programs
- Street, sidewalk, and parking lot improvements including the installation of red bricks along Main Street
- Water and sewer upgrades
- Acquisition and restoration of the historic Ionia Theatre
- Improvements to the Ionia Free Fair Grandstands
- Development of “the Point” area along south Steele Street
IONIA COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE
The ICEA works with Ionia County local governments and agencies to promote Business Retention & Expansion, Local Economic Development Assistance, Information Resources, Availability of land and buildings, and works to attract businesses to Ionia County.
DEMOGRAPHICS
ICEA is also the holder of the most recent area demographics, studies, and employer information.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Please select the Business and Economic Growth tab at the left of the Michigan home page. From here you will find a Business Guidebook to assist with expansion, business startup, and maintaining your business in Michigan. You will also find business and professional licensing and permit information. State of Michigan.
SCORE Business Counselors
SCORE - A Fresh Perspective
Propel your business or organization to further success.
Ionia Area Chamber of Commerce partners with SCORE to offer a valuable business resource. SCORE provides a support system that has the potential to improve the success rate of area businesses. Your success is how we measure our success. This partnership offers free and confidential business counseling in the areas of planning, finance, marketing, human resources, etc.
Prepare your business or organization for the next level of accomplishment. Find out more, or make your appointment today by contacting us. – link IACC contact page
Small Business Association of Michigan SBAM
SBAM focuses the buying power, political power, and shared resources of thousands of small businesses to help you achieve more than you could on your own. SBAM P.O.W.E.R. Suite is a potent resource of products, services, and knowledge designed to save you time and money, and help you succeed. Think of it as your own executive staff, available whenever you need them. Human Resource Issues, Legal Questions, Operational Challenges, Government Relations—One on One help. Offering Discounted Rates for Chamber Members
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