Business Services and Assistance

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The City of Kent wants to help you and your business succeed. 

From the world's leading aerospace and manufacturing companies to small businesses and startups, Kent is home to businesses of all sizes. If you're just starting out or expanding your company, there's many services available to ensure your business is on a strong path to success. 

The City of Kent can connect you with free or low cost technical assistance providers to provide you the customized, one-on-one business counseling you need through our partners. Our Economic Development team is here to help you find the right program that best fits your business stage. 

Contact us; we're happy to assist!

Kent Business Licenses and Building Permits

Expert Business Advisory Services Available to You 

The City contracts with the following partners to provide confidential, free or low cost, guidance to Kent's business community. Whether you're starting or growing a business, seeking capital, or need advice on business planning or marketing, one-on-one support is available to help your business reach the next level of success.

 

Community Business Connector logo

 Business Impact Northwest logo

 Small Business Development Center of Washington logo

Get a customized set of small business resources - and multilingual support services - to help you achieve your goals here in Kent and King County.

Business specialists provide coaching, training and access to funding needed to successfully launch and grow your business. Their services are open to all, with focused programs for women, minorities and veterans.

Certified business advisors can help you build your business plan, suggest financial service providers, and advise on marketing and promotion efforts at no cost.

Local and Statewide Business Support Programs

The following organizations offer technical assistance, financing options, and guidance to new businesses in Kent and neighboring communities:

The following organizations provide free or low cost, customized, one-on-one business counseling. 

Find and Improve your Business Location

  • Available Properties: Find optimal office, industrial, or retail business locations in Kent. Before signing a lease, thoroughly investigate your options and ensure your business activity is allowed there. 
  • Construction Permit Guidance: Through our contract with Green River College, DZN Work can provide complimentary advisory support to design your construction project/space to obtain approval of your permit application.
  • Tips for Hiring a Contractor: Make sure your project doesn’t turn into something you regret – protect yourself and your project to make sure things go smoothly.

Industry Specific Business Information and Support

Childcare Business Resources
Food and Restaurant Business Resources
Manufacturing Business Resources