The Economic & Workforce Development Department offers services to business owners and developers either directly or through our network of service provider agencies. The Department strives to improve the economic climate of Los Angeles through the provision of financing, technical assistance, training, business tax incentives, and workforce programs. These services help local businesses grow and provide living wage jobs for LA workers while also offering high-quality goods and services to underserved communities.
BusinessSource Centers
BusinessSource Centers provide local businesses free resources and cost-effective tools.
Microenterprise Recovery Grant
Grants up to $15,000 to eligible microenterprises located in the City of Los Angeles.
Financial Programs
The City of LA provides various financing programs for businesses, corporations, and developers.
JEDI Zones
The Jobs and Economic Development Incentive Zones program provides economic incentives for businesses in underrepresented areas.
Legacy Business
The Legacy Business Program provides support for businesses in operation for 20 years or longer.
Small Business Commission
The LA Small Business Commission focuses on issues affecting local business owners.
ProcureLA
ProcureLA offers free services and resources to help small businesses acquire City contracts.
Real Estate
The City of LA offers resources to help you find a property within city limits, and buy or lease publicly owned property.
Sidewalk Vending
The Sidewalk Vending program helps vendors with free resources and access to food carts.
