In the ever-changing landscape of Dallas's economy, some noteworthy developments have emerged this September. A highlight is Dallas Printing becoming the first recipient of the city's Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP) grant. After the Dallas City Council approved the program earlier in January 2025, Dallas Printing is using the support to revamp its storefront at 7038 Greenville Avenue, adding more capacity to its operations. Craig Wiese, the President of Dallas Printing, was clear about the impact of this initiative, stating to the City of Dallas, "The SBAP enabled us to accelerate our expansion plans by adding capacity and capabilities faster than we otherwise would have been able to do."
Meanwhile, over in Victory Park, Scotiabank is setting up a significant regional office, promising more than 1,000 new jobs and over $60 million in capital investment. Lured in with a $2.5 million performance-based grant and tax abatements from the City, the move was stamped with approval by the City Council back on August 27, which Scotiabank told the City of Dallas.
Staying on top of these changes and opportunities, for-profit business owners and key financial decision-makers are encouraged to complete the Federal Reserve's 2025 Small Business Credit Survey. With its results poised to influence a range of stakeholders – from the Fed to federal government agencies – the survey aims to be a public good that shapes the conversation around financial challenges faced by businesses.
