Business Resources
local resources
Learn more about the city’s local economic development partners.
The North Bend Business Community Connector: The North Bend Business Community Connector is here to connect your business with valuable resources to help you grow, expand, and prepare for the future. Comprised of the SnoValley Chamber of Commerce, North Bend Downtown Foundation, and City of North Bend, the program can connect your business with customized solutions to meet your needs.
Whether you are looking to market your business to attract new customers, developing strategies to grow and retain your workforce, or exploring selling your productions nationally and internationally, the Business Solutions Team can connect you with the knowledge and expertise you need to be successful. Some of the services our network of partners can provide are:
- Access to Capital: Financial support to fuel your business dreams through a range of fundraising options, including loans, grants, and financial planning.
- Business Planning: Chart a path to success with expert guidance in business growth strategies, workforce management, legal compliance, tax optimization, and accounting best practices.
- Marketing & Technology: Boost your company’s online presence and boost sales with cutting-edge marketing strategies, social media expertise, innovative tools and solutions, and effective e-commerce strategies.
- Regulatory: Successfully navigate regulations by accessing vital information, assistance in obtaining licenses and permits, and navigating government requirements with ease.
- Social Services: Comprehensive support that including family services, community engagement, advocacy, and wellness resources.
For more information and to learn how you can access these services and more, contact Kelly Coughlin at the SnoValley Chamber, kelly@snovalley.org.
The SnoValley Chamber of Commerce promotes the Snoqualmie Valley as a tourist destination, unites members in creating a vibrant local business community, and connects the business community with elected officials.
The North Bend Downtown Foundation is dedicated to investing in the success of Downtown North Bend by creating a vibrant and thriving community.
One Eastside SPARK coordinates regional partners to maximize resources for small businesses and provide responsive programming to address key areas of need.
Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (Seattle Metro Chamber) is the designated associate development organization (ADO) for King County. The Seattle Metro Chamber partners with the Washington State Department of Commerce to further the county’s economic development goals and help local businesses thrive within the regional economy.
- The Seattle Metro Chamber launched a new Community Business Connector program. The Community Business Connector is a free program connecting you with a dedicated individual that serves as a liaison between businesses and service providers.
SnoValley Jobs Board allows businesses to post job openings and offers job-seekers an opportunity to research and apply for job openings in the Valley.
SCORE Greater Seattle provides one-on-one business counseling for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
Saving Water Partnership Looking for an opportunity to save your business money and resources? As a member of the Saving Water Partnership, North Bend businesses have access to special rebates, free water use assessments, and more.
city profile, plans, and maps
Learn more about North Bend's demographics, permitted uses, business licenses, and ongoing projects.
North Bend Business Bulletin Newsletter (Fall 2024)
North Bend Economic Development Action Plan
Economic Profile (2018)
Downtown Master Plan (2008)
Maps Find zoning, annexation history, parcel address, and critical area maps.
REGULATIONS AND FORMS
Table of Permitted Uses in Municipal Code (18.10.030)
state resources
Here are direct links to some of the most relevant webpages offered by the State Department of Commerce
The Washington State Department of Commerce provides state-level resources for small businesses by offering training to workers, access to funding, and support to local economic development partners across Washington.
Small Business Services
- https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/business-services/: Find a range of small business services including education and training programs, financing, and how-to guides.
Startup Support
- http://mystartup365.com/: Startup Washington is an initiative of the Washington State Department of Commerce and serves as a clearinghouse for all the information and resources that support entrepreneurs, start-ups and small businesses, including funding sources, training and technical assistance, mentorship, and education.
Low-interest Loans
- https://smallbusinessflexfund.org/: The Small Business Flex Fund is an initiative of the State Department of Commerce that helps Washington small businesses and nonprofits access financial support through flexible, low interest loans.
Small Business Funding
- https://commercegrants.com/: This site provides upcoming grant opportunities for funding related to hardships and lost business caused by pandemic restrictions.
The Washington Small Business Development Center is hosted by Washington State University and is a network of over 30 expert business advisors offering courses, trainings, and advising in communities across the state to help entrepreneurs and small business owners start or grow a business.
federal resources
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is a federal agency fully dedicated to small business development and provides guidance, counseling, capital, and contracting expertise.