The Small Business Navigator Program provides small businesses in Dublin with access to free, timely technical support in key functional areas via qualified service providers. Through the Program, the City will match qualified consultants to local business owners to address an identified business need.
Consultants will provide eligible businesses with technical support in the following areas on an on-call basis:
- Business Planning & Development
- Marketing & Advertising
- Architecture & Space Design
- Technology Consulting
- Photography
- Graphic Design
- Financial Guidance
The assistance available through the program is limited to project-based items with a narrow, defined scope and timeframe to support local businesses in getting to the next step.
The program launched on April 13, 2023.
If you would like program updates and announcements, please subscribe to receive program news. It is also recommended that interested businesses review the Frequently Asked Question page for additional program information.
Apply for Assistance
If you are an eligible business in Dublin and are interested in technical assistance, please complete the following form. City Staff will be in touch within two business days to discuss next steps.
Small Business Navigator Program Application Request Form
Program Eligibility
The Small Business Navigator program will accept requests on a first-come, first-served basis while funds are available. The program is open to brick-and-mortar businesses and home occupation businesses that are actively looking to transition to a brick-and-mortar location, provided they meet the following criteria:
Small Businesses
- Must be physically located in the City of Dublin.
- Must possess an active City of Dublin Business License.
- Must be in good standing with the City.
- Must not be a corporately owned chain/franchise store.
- Must have less than 50 full-time employees.
Home Occupation Businesses
- Meet all criteria listed under "Small Businesses"
- Must be requesting assistance related to transitioning from a home occupation to a physical location in Dublin
