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STRIVE305

Message from Mayor Danielle Levine Cava

One of my priorities as your Miami-Dade County Mayor is to usher in economic opportunities for all and that means I champion small businesses like yours. As a business owner seeking to grow your business in Miami-Dade, we are excited to introduce you to the STRIVE305 program. I was proud to create this initiative to empower and support thousands of business owners like you on their entrepreneurial journeys. We understand that small businesses face unique challenges.

We’re here to provide the resources and tools to help you thrive in our county’s rapidly expanding economy. STRIVE305 offers a comprehensive range of services designed to fuel your success.
A–Z Small Business Resource Guide
The objective of this resource guide is to provide you with everything you need to know about opening and growing your business in Miami-Dade County. 
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Access to Funding and Loan Opportunities
Unlock the capital necessary to invest in your business and achieve your goals.
Get a loan
Vendor Academy
As providers of goods and services, vendors represent key stakeholders in the success of the County’s procurement processes. Learn more at upcoming workshops.
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Axis Helps
Miami-Dade has partnered with Axis Helps Miami to provide free, easy to access information, resources and advice for small business owners.
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One-on-one Mentorship with a Professional
In partnership with SCORE Miami, you can benefit from personalized guidance and strategic advice from seasoned mentors who have years of experience and are prepared to assist.
Find your mentor
Workshops & Training Programs
Learn on-demand, at home or from any mobile device, and get ready to take your business to the next level.
Take a class
Entrepreneurship Centers 
Find a free or low cost space you need to run your business.
Find a location
Miami-Dade Public Library System
Access the Library’s extensive collection of resources and services that can help your small business thrive - available for free with your library card!
Find resources
Strive305 Calendar
Search for events happening all across Miami-Dade County.
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Find out if your small business qualifies for a RISE loan

The RISE Fund supports diverse small businesses in Miami-Dade County.

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Attend a virtual Strive305 marketing class

Learn how to find, attract, and retain customers online. Courses are available to all business owners at no cost.

Join the Morning Huddle every Friday

Join the conversation with other small business owners, every Friday at 10 a.m. via Zoom.

Collage of County programs and employees
Strive305 Small Business Expo

Get tips for your small business at the Strive305 Small Business Expo on Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Westchester Regional Library.

Calendar of Events
Morning Huddle Video Playlist

About Strive305

The Strive305 program is designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses countywide and support budding entrepreneurs as they launch and grow new businesses.

The program will support the small business community through:
  • An online small business and entrepreneurship hub that will inform, educate, and connect small businesses to the resources offered by the county and its partners
  • A virtual small business incubator that will feature a full educational curriculum, coaching, and mentorship opportunities for companies of all types and states of growth
  • A countywide network of physical incubators, co-working spaces and maker studios equipped with the tools entrepreneurs need to launch new ventures
  • Multi-week technical assistance bootcamps to help small businesses overcome common challenges such as access to capital, finances, business planning, branding, digital marketing, sales, operations and more