Welcome to the DC Business Center! This site helps streamline and personalize the interactions professionals and business owners have with DC’s regulatory and support agencies making it easier for entrepreneurs to start, grow, and maintain local businesses. Learn more »

Start a Business

DC is open for business! Start or expand your business in the Nation's Capital.

Maintain Your Business

We're glad you're here! How can we help you maintain or grow your business?

Lookup Businesses or Professionals

Looking for regulatory information on a DC business? Find it here.

My DC Business Center

Create a personalized space to apply for, renew and track Basic Business Licenses (BBLs).

CBE Connect

The Certified Business Enterprise program provides resources and opportunities to District-based businesses.

Success Stories

See what these business owners needed to start and maintain their businesses in DC.

Small Business Resource Center

Welcome to the Small Business Resource Center (SBRC)

The District of Columbia SBRC is your one-stop-shop where help is provided to assist in starting, growing and strengthening businesses. By partnering with District government agencies, non-profits and federal government agencies, the SBRC is your gateway to business development trainings, workshops, forums and one-on-one technical assistance.

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