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Tacoma Offers Free Workshop to Empower Minority and Disadvantaged Small Business Owners

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Published on July 17, 2025
Tacoma Offers Free Workshop to Empower Minority and Disadvantaged Small Business OwnersSource: City of Tacoma Government

Tacoma's push to level the playing field for small businesses gets a practical boost as the City's Equity in Contracting team rolls out a free workshop at the Tacoma Municipal Building on July 31, aimed at helping minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged business owners navigate the contracting landscape. The workshop, described in a recent release of the City of Tahoma, is set to share insights from industry pros on topics such as small business financing and resources available through the city and state.

Attendees at the 3 – 4:30 p.m. session will get a lay of the land with an "Overview of the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting Program," then can dive into aspects of "Small Business Financing Opportunities through the City of Tacoma"; also on the table is guidance from the Washington Small Business Development Center and Business Impact Northwest, and the presenters' roster allows for a question-and-answer segment that could serve as a sharp tool for those looking to carve out their niche in Tacoma's business community, According to the City of Tahoma.

The workshop will offer hybrid attendance options, allowing participants to join either in person or digitally. This approach aims to accommodate individuals who cannot attend physically due to logistical or connectivity issues.

The City of Tacoma is hosting a workshop for small business owners on July 31 in Room 248 at 747 Market St. The event will also be available via digital access for those unable to attend in person. Details and registration information are available on the City of Tacoma’s official website.