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Local small‑business center expands services across 10 communities
Summary
Woodburn’s small business development director said the center now serves 10 regional communities with multilingual technical assistance and partner connections created during the pandemic response.
The director of Woodburn’s local Small Business Development Center said the program has grown from a city focus to serve 10 regional communities and now provides multilingual technical assistance, partner connections, and convening spaces for small businesses. The director framed the expansion as a response to pandemic-era needs and emphasized storytelling work that highlights immigrant and multi‑generational entrepreneurs.
The director said the center works with a regional North Marion Tourism Collaborative and a Business Services Alliance to help businesses access services and information, including multilingual outreach. "How can we better support local businesses, build civic trust and belonging, and increase decision making opportunities," the director asked, describing the Alliance’s role in connecting businesses to trusted partners and resources.
