You're Invited! Business Resource Fair on May 6

We are inviting entrepreneurs, small business owners and startups to participate in our Business Resource Fair, taking place Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Civic Center Plaza (411 W. Ocean Blvd.) and in celebration of National Small Business Week and Economic Development Week, which are both recognized annually in May.

The Business Resource Fair will feature several information and resource booths hosted by City departments and participating organizations. The free event will also offer opportunities for attendees to learn about programs and services for small businesses, network with other entrepreneurs and meet one-on-one with City staff and business professionals. Refreshments will be provided. Following the event, the Department will be recognizing 20 newly certified Long Beach Legacy Businesses at the May 6, 2025, Long Beach City Council meeting. Complimentary parking will be available in the Civic Center Garage (332 W. Broadway).

To further promote National Small Business Week (May 4-10) and Economic Development Week (May 12-16), the Department will be conducting a social media campaign featuring local retailers on Facebook, X and Instagram @lbecondev and highlighting businesses in its Business Brief Newsletter. Businesses and the community are encouraged to subscribe to the newsletter to stay up to date on the latest business-related news and opportunities.

For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has celebrated National Small Business Week to acknowledge the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. Since 2016, the International Economic Development Council has recognized Economic Development Week to honor the incredible impact that economic development organizations and professionals have in their communities.

For further information about the event or to learn more about resources for small businesses, those interested can call the City’s BizCare Hotline at 562.570.4BIZ (4249) or email BizCare@longbeach.gov. For more information, also check out the press release.