Small Business Development Program
Do you need support starting or growing your small business?
LSI’s Small Business Development Program may be for you or someone you know.
LSI provides educational sessions, technical assistance and business incubation opportunities as well as access to resources including financial capital connection and language and other supports needed to develop and grow a successful business. We work with a number of partners to navigate you to appropriate resources for the size and scale of your business
Business Workshops
Learn about starting or growing a small business in the U.S. Business workshop topics vary based on interest. The business topic is generally announced a few weeks before the workshop. The workshops are offered in partnership with the Small Business Administration.
This workshop is offered occasionally. Dates and times may vary. Limited interpretation is provided. Transportation is not provided.
Where: Des Moines
Length: 2 hours
Cost: Free
Questions / Register: Email immigrantresources@lsiowa.org. Ask about interpretation when you register. You may contact us in advance to learn about when this workshop is offered next.
Thank you to the SBA and the United Way of Central Iowa for partnering with us.

Program Partially Funded by United Way of Central Iowa and Wells Fargo
We provide one-on-one financial coaching
for low -to- moderate income individuals and entrepreneurs.
Our statewide partnership focuses on strengthening business in agriculture, in-home businesses, childcare services, food service and restaurants, retail, and more. Together, we look forward to supporting diverse businesses across the state with culturally and linguistically accessible support during this crucial time to ensure economic growth and opportunity for all Iowans in the coming years.
Interested in Our Small Business Development Services?
Email immigrantresources@lsiowa.org and we will get back to you.
