Small Business & Entrepreneurial Assessments
Catalyzing Growth for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
At TPMA, we collaborate with cities, states, and regions to craft bold initiatives that empower entrepreneurs and cultivate a thriving business ecosystem. We’re dedicated to creating enduring solutions that uplift diverse entrepreneurs, fuel innovation, and drive sustainable economic growth within local communities.
Why We’re Your Ideal Partner
We are your ultimate partner in creating transformative solutions that ignite growth and ensure long-term sustainability for small businesses. With a dedicated focus on underserved populations, we champion inclusivity and diversity, paving the way for a more vibrant, equitable, and thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The TPMA Advantage
An Energized Small Business Community
We specialize in connecting with and supporting small businesses, with a focus on underserved and underrepresented groups. We work to ensure all entrepreneurs have access to the resources they need to succeed.
Empowered Municipal Leaders
We work hand-in-hand with city officials and local leaders to pinpoint service gaps, uncover hidden opportunities, and address capital limitations. Our mission is to unlock new avenues of support, driving sustained growth and long-term success for businesses in the community.
Strategic Implementation Plans
Using the insights gathered from our comprehensive assessments, we create actionable implementation plans. These plans are designed to inform future strategies, programs, and resources, ensuring that the entrepreneurial community is empowered to thrive.
The Difference We Make
Small Business Ecosystems Protect Communities During Economic Downturns
A small business ecosystem is an interconnected system of elements that influence the operation and success of small businesses within a particular environment. This ecosystem typically includes several actors, including: Small businesses – the central entities of the ecosystem Suppliers and vendors – businesses that provide goods and services required…
Effective Small Business Ecosystems: 4 Key Actions for Local Economic Development Organizations (EDOs)
TPMA, through its work with clients, has gained keen insight and practical wisdom on strategically working with local economic development organizations (EDOs). We have found that EDOs play a critical role in catalyzing and maturing local ecosystems for small business development. The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) employs a…
TPMA to Conduct a Small Business Assessment for the City of Charlotte
Charlotte NC: TPMA today announced it has partnered with the City of Charlotte as their strategic consultant to lead a comprehensive assessment and implementation plan for the local small business ecosystem. This is an important milestone for the city as it takes new steps to better understand contemporary challenges, opportunities,…
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