BUSINESSFirst is an introductory, one-stop shop for opening a business within the City of Rockford. This partnership brings together multiple City of Rockford departments together with the Winnebago County Health Department, the Rock River Water Reclamation District, and the Small Business Development Center to meet with individuals who are looking to develop or redevelopment commercial or industrial property in the City of Rockford. BUSINESSFirst is ideal for individuals who have identified a potential location for a new or expanded business. We encourage you to attend a BUSINESSFirst meeting prior to leasing or purchasing the property. Not sure if BUSINESSFirst is right for you? Contact the City of Rockford's Business Liaison, Matt Simpson, at 779-348-7419 for more information.

Video presented by:
Edward Caceres, Business Consultant at the Rockford SBDC & Matthew Simpson, Economic Development Coordinator at the City of Rockford IL.

How does it work?

1. Visit www.businessfirst.eventbrite.com, and sign up for a FREE 30 minute appointment. Bring your team/partners along for the appointment! The team meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Rockford City Hall, 425 E. State St.

2. At the appointment, we pull together our partners from Zoning, Health Department, Water Reclamation District and Small Business Development Center. You walk through your project, and our team will answer all your questions! The team will address timeline, costs, permits, zoning, and business planning issues. If you need more time, you can sign up for another appointment.

3. Get Ready, and let BUSINESS First help you!

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