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Address

Mailing Address:

Office of Economic Development
600 East Fourth Street
2nd Floor - Suite 226
Charlotte, NC 28202

Office Location:

600 East Fourth Street
2nd Floor - Suite 226
Charlotte, NC 28202

Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m - 5 p.m.

Contact

Office of Economic Development
980-314-2863

​Small Business Concierge

The Small Business Concierge Service is a one-stop shop that helps small business and entrepreneurs navigate the resources available across Mecklenburg County, the Charlotte Region, and the State of North Carolina. Entrepreneurs seeking to start or grow their business can receive customized guidance and expert advice on a variety of business topics.

Mission: To provide FREE expert assistance in supporting the entrepreneurs of Mecklenburg County with the highest standard of customer service that will foster growth and vitality to the business community.


Business Resources...

  • Finding Funding Sources 
  • How to Start a Business in NC 
  • Finding Contracting Opportunities 
  • Military/Veteran Business Services 
  • Relocating your Business 
  • Training your Workforce 
  • Creating a Business Plan/Strategic Plan 
  • Incorporating your Business in NC
  • Marketing Plans
  • Taxes and Recordkeeping
  • Finding Business Workshops
  • Insurance
  • Legal Structure
  • Market Research
  • Marketing Plans
  • Understanding QuickBooks


Contact: Mark A. Stewart
Email: Mark.stewart@mecknc.gov
Phone980-314-2987 
Download Intake Form

 "Thank you for all your guidance and support. You have been God sent."

- Tameran Davenport, Owner of Positive Outlook Trainings, LLC





Clients may schedule a time to meet with staff in the office during the daytime or in one of the libraries in the County at anytime that works best for the client.

Opening and operating a small business can be difficult, and you may have a multitude of questions and decisions that must be made. Mecklenburg County is committed to your success by being a solution go getter in providing resources and direction for your business’s challenges and successes!

View a list of helpful business resources.

Address

Mailing Address:

Office of Economic Development
600 East Fourth Street
2nd Floor - Suite 226
Charlotte, NC 28202

Office Location:

600 East Fourth Street
2nd Floor - Suite 226
Charlotte, NC 28202

Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m - 5 p.m.

Contact

Office of Economic Development
980-314-2863