Business Resources
Connecting You to the Right Help at the Right Time
The BusinessFirst! program strives to be a one stop solution to many of your business' needs, and you should know about the many resources available in the Greater Dayton Region. The list below represents just a few of the areas where our resource partners’ work contributes to a common goal – to support the growth of companies in our community and create a better business environment. Associations and information resources geared toward specific industries or specific business issues are at your fingertips. The BusinessFirst! partners work with this rich network of resource providers every day and can help businesses connect with the right person at the right time.
Resource Partner Directory
Join forces with 130+ partners who are ready to help your Dayton-area business grow, invest, and thrive.
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Relocation To The Dayton Region
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Business Expansion
We’re committed to working with our resource partners to help our region's businesses flourish.
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Available Business Resources
BusinessFirst! provides a rich network of Resource Partners every day to help businesses connect with the right person at the right time.
Domestic/Global Marketing & Sales
The BusinessFirst! partners work with this rich network of resource providers every day and can help businesses connect with the right person at the right time.
Market Research
BusinessFirst! Resource Partners can help you conduct market research and studies for new products and services in your target market.
Entrepreneurship/Management
Our network includes colleges, universities, small-business centers, and more entrepreneurs with leadership training and strategic-planning support.
Environmental/Government Regulations
These partners help navigate regulations—environmental, safety, and building—and support eco-friendly practices like waste reduction and recycling.
Financing/Capital
Financial Resource Partners help businesses secure funding and access grants.
Utilities & Telecom
Resource Partners power your tech needs, fostering innovation while delivering essential telecom and utility services.
Community Outreach Partners
BusinessFirst! connects companies to community outreach partners across all jurisdictions.
Chambers of Commerce
This category includes organizations that assist businesses with networking, advocacy, and services.
Operations/Production
The Resource Partners help businesses with training, workforce development, and improving productivity and profitability.
Product Research & Development
These partners provide expert R&D support, training solutions, and opportunities for networking and knowledge sharing.
Local & State Government Services
Local jurisdictions and state government partners provide businesses with a wide range of services across various areas.
Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain
This category includes transportation agencies and training institutions for supply chain management in the Dayton Region.
Workforce, Training & Education
These partners assist businesses with resources, training, support, education, and employee recruitment.