Business Development

The business development specialist, acting as a case manager, works with existing business owners or those interested in opening new businesses in the city. To ensure your business success, the specialist will provide you with all the necessary information and contacts in order for you to start or expand your business in the city of Allentown.

The specialist directs the business owner to resources that assist in the operation of the new or existing business. Some of these resources include: façade loans, neighborhood business revitalization loans, grants, strategic marketing plans, outside agencies, developers and realtors. The specialist will assist in finding a desirable location for their enterprise with a citywide business database, and will work as a liaison with various agency representatives to maximize the resources available to business owners.

For more information on business development in the City of Allentown, please call 610.439.5964 and ask for Duane Tolson.