Small Business Expo
Starting a small business but don't know where to start? Burton Barr Library and Arizona Microcredit Initiative are hosting a Small Business Expo to connect budding entrepreneurs with non-profit organizations providing free support to help you on your way!
Arizona Microcredit Initiative will be presenting a short presentation on business finances, followed by short presentations from each of the participating organizations and their services. The last part of the program will consist of networking time so you can visit with the presenters best suited to help you get your business up and running!
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Organizations currently scheduled to attend are listed below.
This program will take place in Pulliam Auditorium on the first floor.
Arizona Microcredit Initiative (AMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs across Arizona through free consulting, microloans, and business education. By bridging the gap between small business aspirations and access, AMI helps local business owners build and expand their ventures.
Arizona Department of Revenue Education Unit
The Bambi Fund
Growth Partners Arizona is a mission-driven Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that delivers capital, tailored training, and strategic coaching to small businesses and nonprofits across Arizona. Its initiatives support economic stability and promote long-term growth in local communities.
HUUB is a comprehensive small business resource platform that consolidates expert-led courses, peer networks, funding opportunities, and 1-on-1 personalized support into one accessible hub for entrepreneurs. We connect small business owners with vetted local experts and fellow entrepreneurs to foster community-powered growth that builds stronger local economies.
The Prestamos Women’s Business Center (WBC) empowers women entrepreneurs through no-cost business training, one-on-one coaching, and access to resources that support small business success. We serve aspiring and established business owners—particularly women, people of color, and underserved communities—who are seeking guidance, education, and opportunities to grow and sustain their ventures.
SEED SPOT is an accelerator dedicated to empowering diverse, impact-driven entrepreneurs who are using their business ventures to create social change locally and around the world. We bring together a deep network of resources, mentors, programs and partners to make entrepreneurship accessible to all. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey (even idea-stage), SEED SPOT can help you build your business, find community, and make the change you want to see.