Free event designed to connect small business owners with resources offered Sept. 23
August 26, 2026
Free small business event offered in St. Augustine Sept. 23 - Jacksonville Business Journal
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The St. Johns County Economic Development will offer a free event that is meant to assist local entrepreneurs looking to start or expand businesses.
Billed as the Small Business Resource Event, it will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 23 at The Waterworks, located at 184 San Marco Ave. in St. Augustine.
According to the county, the event will bring together representatives from local, regional and state organizations to provide information about business resources, programs and services. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions, build connections and learn about resources available to support their business goals.
“Small businesses are the heart of St. Johns County," said Monica Dominguez, senior project manager for St. Johns County Economic Development, in a release. "When entrepreneurs take a risk, create jobs and serve our community, they don’t just build successful businesses; they strengthen our local economy and help build a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone,”
Representatives from a variety of business support organizations will be available during the event, including:
- St. Johns County Economic Development
- SBDC at UNF
- St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
- St. Johns County Public Library
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Jaxport
- First Coast Technical College
- CareerSource North Florida
- SCORE
- Jacksonville Women’s Business Center
- SelectFlorida
The event will include registration and networking, agency spotlights and additional networking opportunities. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
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