Camino Al Éxito Small Business Program
Camino al Éxito is Mi Centro’s bilingual and culturally responsive small business development program. We support aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners through practical workshops, individualized guidance, trusted partnerships, and professional resources. From planning a business and applying for the necessary licenses to helping established businesses grow and eventually open a brick and mortar location, we guide entrepreneurs through every stage of their journey. Our goal is to reduce barriers and provide the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to build sustainable businesses that strengthen families and communities.
Services
- Business idea development and startup support
- Business planning assistance
- Business formation and registration support
- Business license and permit application assistance
- Individualized technical assistance and ongoing support
- Business workshops and training
- Marketing support
- Website development support
- Grant research and application assistance
- Government contracting and bidding readiness assistance
- Contractor Operational Readiness Program
- Technology and artificial intelligence training
- Google Workspace and digital business tools
- Spanish language and culturally responsive assistance
Camino Al Éxito does NOT provide: Legal services, Accounting services, Bookkeeping services, Tax preparation, Financial or investment services, Insurance services, Loans or direct funding, Professional services that require a specialized license or certification, and No Direct Sales/Sales Rep Services.
Resources
Pierce County Business Skills Program
The Pierce County Business Skills Program free online curriculum is developed in partnership with Pacific Lutheran University as part of the Pierce County Community Navigator program and is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program offers short courses focus on the basics of how to succeed in business and quickly build skills to immediately put into practice.
Preguntas frecuentes
Cómo puedo recibir beneficios del seguro socual si no aparezco como deño del negocio que tengo con mi cónyuge?
Tengo que hacer algún cambio en mi licencia de negocio?
Qué es el reporte BOIR (Befineficial Ownership Information Report)?
Cuáles son las diferencias entre tener el negocio registrado solo a mi nombre o con cónyuge?
Cómo gestionar el impuesto sobre las ventas (sales tax)?
Cómo se reporta al Departamento de Ingresos (DOR) cuando no hubo ingresos en el período?
Qué es el L&I (labor & Industries) y cómo funciona?
Cómo se debe declarar el dinero que el dueño se paga a si mismo?
Mi Centro was awarded the 2024 Spotlight on Business Awards, presented by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber (TPCC), recognize exceptional businesses and organizations making a significant impact in the South Sound. Honoring excellence across five categories, these awards celebrate contributions to economic vitality, community engagement, and inclusivity.
Interested?
To learn more about this program or to partner with MiCentro, contact our team: (253) 572-7717
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