Community Ecosystem
Resources
Local, state, and national organizations offering funding, training, and support for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Southern Nevada.
Nevada GROW
A State of Nevada small-business growth initiative operated by the College of Southern Nevada, pairing established businesses ($50K–$700K in sales) with free SBDC counseling on marketing, e-commerce, accounting, and financing.
College of Southern Nevada (CSN)
Nevada's largest community college and a Hispanic-Serving Institution, with campuses in Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas offering 180+ degrees, certificates, and career-technical training.
CSN Small Business & Entrepreneurship Development (SBED)
CSN's Small Business & Entrepreneurship Development Division houses Nevada GROW and other business-assistance programs, connecting Southern Nevada entrepreneurs with counseling, funding readiness, and workshops.
America's SBDC Nevada
Nevada's statewide Small Business Development Center network, offering free one-on-one business counseling and workshops on financing, marketing, and cybersecurity from 12 locations across the state.
Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED)
Nevada's state economic development agency, running programs in entrepreneurship, workforce development, international trade, tax incentives, and rural development.
Nevada GOWINN (Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation)
Nevada's Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation, working to reduce workforce shortages, promote apprenticeships, and align the state's skills training with in-demand careers.
Nevada Department of Business and Industry
Nevada's cabinet-level department overseeing business and consumer regulation across 12 divisions, including financial institutions, real estate, industrial relations, and labor.
Nevada Capital Readiness Program (CRP)
A federally funded (MBDA) technical-assistance program helping minority and underserved Nevada entrepreneurs prepare for and access capital, including the state's SSBCI funding.
Nevada Bankers Association
The united voice of Nevada's banking industry, providing advocacy, education, and resources for banks and banking professionals investing in Nevada's economic growth.
U.S. Small Business Administration (Nevada District Office)
The SBA's Nevada District Office connects entrepreneurs statewide to funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery assistance.
SCORE Las Vegas
Free, expert business mentoring for entrepreneurs across Clark County from about 50 volunteer mentors, plus low-cost workshops covering finance, marketing, and more.
Henderson Chamber of Commerce
Henderson's chamber since 1945, serving 2,200+ member businesses across Henderson, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Boulder City with networking, advocacy, and growth resources.
City of Henderson Economic Development
Henderson's Economic Development Office helps businesses with site selection, funding connections, and relocation/expansion support at no cost, including the Henderson Small Business Assistance Program.
City of Las Vegas Economic & Urban Development
The City of Las Vegas' Economic and Urban Development Department supports business startup, expansion, and redevelopment through incentives, permitting help, and funding connections.
City of North Las Vegas Small Business Connector
A partnership between North Las Vegas, the Nevada SBDC, and EmployNV offering free, bilingual business advising and workshops, with an emphasis on minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses.
Latin Chamber of Commerce, Nevada
Serving Nevada since 1976, the Latin Chamber of Commerce connects 1,500+ members and champions Hispanic-owned business success through advocacy, education, and economic development.
Urban Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1980 as the Nevada Black Chamber of Commerce, the Urban Chamber advocates for the growth of African American and minority-owned businesses in Las Vegas through referrals, seminars, and technical assistance.
AAPI Chamber of Southern Nevada
A nonprofit chamber building the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander business community in Southern Nevada with funding guidance, DEI training, translation services, and workforce development.
African Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
Established in 2018, ACCAT promotes trade and business prosperity between Africa and the U.S. while spotlighting and supporting Las Vegas' local African business community.
African Diaspora of Las Vegas
A nonprofit serving and connecting Las Vegas' African diaspora community through mixers, mentorship, scholarships, and the annual Africa Day business marketplace.
Asian Community Development Council (ACDC)
A Las Vegas nonprofit improving the well-being of Asian, Pacific Islander, and other ethnic communities in Nevada through healthcare access, food assistance, civic engagement, and multilingual support.
University of Nevada, Reno Extension (Clark County)
UNR Extension's Small Business Education Program teaches Southern Nevada entrepreneurs core business fundamentals through English- and Spanish-language workshops and podcasts.
Clark County School District — Career & Technical Education
CCSD's Career and Technical Education department runs 50+ industry-aligned programs of study and connects students to employer partnerships, internships, and work-based learning across the district.
Workforce Connections
Southern Nevada's official workforce development board, connecting job seekers to education, training, and employment through a network of EmployNV Career and Business Hubs across the region.
Technical & Economic Assistance Program (TEAP)
A Clark County grant and technical-advisor program, via the Office of Community & Economic Development, for small businesses and nonprofits in unincorporated Clark County, pairing funding with 13 months of dedicated advising.