The Stafford Department of Economic Development has initiated a Business Retention and Development strategy that is supporting the growth and success of businesses throughout the county. An intensive on-site visitation program is underway and you are invited to participate. Our goal is to connect existing businesses with the right information, resources and programs in ways that will improve the business climate.
These are a few examples of the ways we can help you establish and grow your business:
- Looking for a single point of contact for Stafford County business services?
- Need help scheduling your project's development review and the permit process?
- Need an advocate within county government who can walk you through the necessary approvals and permits?
- Need help identifying "who's who" in local government agencies?
For information or assistance about business growth and development resources, or to to schedule an on-site visit at your place of business, please contact Bethany Miller, Business Retention & Expansion Manager: (540) 658-8681, (540) 645-1662 [cell], or via email at bmiller@co.stafford.va.us.
Business Retention & Development Program Brochure
Business Retention & Development news and events:
- 08/23/10 - Sales Growth Seminar - FREE. 8:30am-12:00pm @ Germanna Community College (Fredericksburg Area Campus). View flyer.
- 07/01/10 - Richmond SBA 4th Qtr. Newsletter - with information on the following:
- Small Business Loan Workshop for Military Communities (7/22 in Dumfries)
- Patriot Express Loan Program
- Google/SBA Tools for Online Success
- Disaster Preparedness Tools
- Health Care Reform
- 03/25/10 - "Loans Give Boost to Smaller Firms" - Article on small business financing workshop at Germanna Community College
- 03/24/10 - "Financing For Small Business Growth" Workshop Presentations
- ECDC Enterprise Development - SBA Microloans
- REDCO - 504 Loan Program
- RRSBDC - Priorities, Growth & Financing
- SBA of Va - Technical, Procurement & Financial Assistance
- 05/03/08 - Message to Businesses: We want you to stay

