Development Partners

Dubuque is open for business!

The City of Dubuque’s Economic Development Department encourages you to investigate all that these partners can offer for your business, from finding the perfect location to putting together a financing package to help make your project successful. 

Greater Dubuque Development Corporation

The Greater Dubuque Development Corporation maintains listings of properties for sale or lease and offers personalized support to new and existing businesses. They aid in developing state and local incentive packages to support employers. GDDC also delivers a range of newcomer services, facilitates workforce development initiatives, and oversees AccessDubuqueJobs.com, the premier local job board and recruitment platform, in collaboration with TH Media. Visit their website.

Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce

The Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce is a 5,000+ member organization devoted to building member success by supporting job creation and economic development policies that foster a positive business climate. The Chamber strengthens the local economy by representing business interests to state and federal legislators, investing in the development of future leadership, and more. Visit their website.

Dubuque Main Street

Dubuque Main Street maintains a directory of downtown properties available for lease or sale, can connect interested developers to resources for historic preservation work, while producing and promoting a host of events and services which add to the quality of life in downtown Dubuque. Visit their website.

ECIA Business Growth

East Central Iowa Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) Business Growth program operates business loans including the Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 Program and several Revolving Loan Funds. Each loan program has different requirements. Details and downloadable brochures are available through ECIA’s website, www.ecia.org. 

Iowa Economic Development Authority

The Iowa Economic Development Authority’s (IEDA) mission is to strengthen economic and community vitality by building partnerships and leveraging resources to make Iowa the choice for people and business. IEDA administers several state and federal programs to meet its goals of assisting individuals, communities and businesses. Learn more at www.IowaEDA.com.

Small Business Development Center

Northeast Iowa Community College’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides free, confidential, customized business advice to existing businesses and start-ups in the Dubuque area. They present affordable workshops which teach practical skills, conduct research, provide comprehensive information services, and offer access to subject matter experts in a variety of fields. This organization is the only nationally-accredited entrepreneurial development program in Iowa. They are an accredited affiliate of America’s SBDC, the national Small Business Development Center program. Visit their website.