Industrial Business Services
SoBro is the Industrial Business Solutions Provider for all five of the Bronx’s Industrial Business Zones. The specialists at our NYC Business Solutions Center can help you navigate government rules and regulations, apply for funding, recruit and train employees, and more.
Contract Procurement
The city, state, and federal governments provide businesses with billions of dollars in contracting opportunities every year. At SoBro we’re here to help Bronx small businesses identify financial benefits and government contracts that you’re eligible for, and then work with you to cut through the red tape.
SoBro is committed to strengthening commercial and industrial corridors in the Bronx and helping new and existing businesses flourish. The SoBro Center has become a one-stop shop for entrepreneurs offering a diverse menu of development programs for industrial business services that includes MWBE/MBE certification, procurement assistance, commercial real estate assistance, financing, and technical assistance.
Business Services
Helping Businesses Thrive in the South Bronx
SoBro will connect you with the resources you need to start, operate, or expand your business. Trained business specialists are available to help you connect to money-saving incentives, navigate government rules and regulations, apply for funding to launch or grow your business, and train employees.
Incentives
Starting a business can be both exciting and complex. It requires grit, patience, tenacity, and incredible amounts of time and energy.
At SoBro, we can equip you with the best possible supportive services and government incentive programs to ease the myriad challenges you will face as a business owner. Talk to one of our team members today to start the process of receiving services. Whether you are at the concept/idea stage of starting a business, on the path to securing contracts and government certifications, or ready to scale, the SoBro Business Development Team is here to serve and support.
Financing Assistance
Secure the financing you need. We will help you identify alternative lenders and package your loan application so that you can operate or expand your business. We can also help you submit applications for funding programs designed to help with working capital, equipment, or property acquisition.
Business Planning and Training
We offer training, technical support, and business development resources to startup Bronx businesses and residents. Entrepreneurs can participate in various startup classes that are offered through SoBro’s Entrepreneurial Development Center, while established businesses can contact the business services team to discuss programs that might help their businesses grow. Whether you want to invest in new technology, seek a larger market share, reduce costs, or train employees, we offer solutions to help you achieve your goals.
Navigating Government Bureaucracy
Cut through the red tape. We connect businesses with the right government agencies to get permits and licenses, resolve violations, and help businesses recover from emergencies and natural disasters.
Real Estate Search Assistance
Our staff can help you locate retail and commercial real estate in the Bronx for your expansion or relocation needs.
Jay Castillo
President
JAM Electronics Inc.
Bronx, NY
SoBro’s business services team has helped our business get through these challenging times. Jam Electronics will be able to grow and expand thanks to their support. Jam received Economic Disaster Injury Loans with help from SoBro and we look forward to continuing to provide our customers with our high-quality services.