March 2024
Discover & uplift Black-owned businesses in Renton year-round with our Visit Renton app! Whether it's delicious meals, wellness products, or professional services, our app is your ultimate guide to supporting local Black entrepreneurs. Keep the Black History Month spirit alive every day!
You can help solve crime in Renton by partnering with the Police Department. Register your cameras through the Camera Registration Program to aid in crime prevention. Your active participation matters in providing timely surveillance footage.
Elevate your business presence! Join us for professional business photoshoot on March 8, 8am-10am & 4pm-5:30pm. $40/person. Network, refresh, and get two edited headshots in just 5 minutes. Register online now to reserve your mini session!
Join Renton's exclusive Startup and Small Business Coworking day at the Black River Cultural Arts Center. Collaborate, innovate, and thrive with fellow entrepreneurs. Pop in at your convenience and elevate your workday!
Renton Small Business Empowerment Think Tank Series: Highlands
Dive into collaborative innovation with the Renton Small Business Empowerment Think Tank Series! Join us at our upcoming meeting in the Highlands Neighborhood on March 15th, 2024, to unite with local entrepreneurs, community leaders, and business enthusiasts. Let's brainstorm and explore fresh avenues to uplift our cherished local businesses. Doors open at 8:30 AM at the Highlands Neighborhood Center. Stay tuned for future meetings across Renton neighborhoods as we continue to champion our local business community. RSVP today!
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Thanks to all downtown area businesses that participated in the Storefront Design & Lighting Seminar held on February 22, 2024. Cohosted by the City's Economic Development Division and Renton Downtown Partnership, the seminar featured presentations from Front door Back, a nationally-recognized consulting firm, on best practices for storefront set-up and displays. Best lighting practices--inside and outside--provided building blocks for business owners to create great curb appeal, increase storefront visibility, and improve safety throughout Downtown Renton. We're excited to see how the seminar's ideas are used to improve our local small businesses and their storefronts.
For over a decade, Pizza Dudes has been delighting the Renton community with mouthwatering pizzas. Explore their extensive menu offering a diverse range of delectable options available for delivery or carry-out! They exclusively use the freshest ingredients to ensure a top-notch dining experience. As a locally owned family business, Pizza Dudes takes pride in crafting the finest pizzas in Renton, distinguishing themselves from national chains. Experience the difference and exceptional customer service by placing your order today!
The Community Accelerator Grant application is open from February 5 to March 5, 2024. An upcoming webinar in January will detail eligibility and the application process. Grants are anticipated to be distributed by June 30, 2024. this program, overseen by a diverse Community Advisory Panel announced in December, is designed to empower Washington State's arts and cultural sector by allowing organizations to self-determine fund utilization, fostering inclusivity and overall growth.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has introduced a Goodwill Exception Period until March 3, 2024, for PPP loan borrowers with amounts under $100,000 to facilitate forgiveness applications. After March 4, 2024, defaulted loans in this category will be referred to the U.S. Treasury Department and IRS for collection. PPP loan forgiveness is still available, and the SBA encourages attendance at webinars on February 23 and February 27 for more information. Contact the SBA Forgiveness Call Center at (877) 552-2692 for assistance, and visit www.sba.gov/PPPForgiveness.
Join the Backing Small Businesses Grant Program Webinar on March 13, 11 a.m. CT! Presented by American Express, this program offers $10,000 grants to 500 eligible U.S. businesses, with a chance for an additional $30,000 later. Open to small business owners and Main Street leaders, the webinar covers application details, eligibility, and tips for a strong application. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your business and community impact. Register now!
This program helps small businesses boost energy efficiency with assessments and solutions like LED upgrades, water-saving products, and HVAC improvements. Available to PSE customers with small businesses under 10,000 sq ft, it cuts energy costs and improves work environments. Learn more here.
Elevate your loan application confidence with SBDC's live online training on Business Financing! Explore crucial topics like document preparation, collateral, SBA guarantees, and Micro Lenders. Equip yourself with the essential tools for a successful financing request. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your loan application skills!
The Multi-session Course provides a Start Simple Business Course covering Business Start-up/Preplanning and Marketing/Sales in four 2-hour virtual sessions. Participants receive guidance from a First Step Business Advisor to assess the feasibility of their business idea and join a community of business owners working towards a vibrant local economy.
Receive a tailored collection of resources designed for small businesses, assisting you in reaching your objectives within the King County Area.
Join the RTC Foundation's celebration on Saturday, March 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. The theme is "Come Together – A Salute to the ’70s"! Dress up, dance, and support student success. Your presence helps create a brighter future for our community. Peace out and see you there!
Sign upnow for the Pitch competition! Whether you're pitching your business idea or joining our empowering workshops, this dynamic series is back for its second year. Could your business be the next success story in the Renton Main Street Pitch Competition? Don't miss this opportunity to grow and thrive in our local downtown community. The competition includes 5 workshops to help you develop the skills needed to launch or expand your business. Secure your spot today and take those critical first steps towards success!
Don't miss out on the OneEastside Economic Outlook Summit at Microsoft on March 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join fellow small business owners and community leaders in discussions on crucial business issues. Gain actionable insights from speakers translating economic trends. Register promptly to secure your spot for this insightful event with limited space. Register Today!
Mayor Armondo Pavone will present the 2024 State of the City on Thursday, March 21, at 6 p.m. The event, held at the Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center, offers insight into Renton's progress and upcoming initiatives for 2024. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., and light refreshments will be provided. RSVP today!
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