MassDevelopment Awards $73K for Merrimack Valley Small Business Help

Merrimack Valley Planning Commission Executive Director Jerrard Whitten. (Courtesy photograph.)

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The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission’s affiliated nonprofit Merrimack Valley Economic Development Corporation last week was awarded $73,205 through MassDevelopment’s Small Business Technical Assistance Program.

Merrimack Valley Economic Development Corporation will expand its support for small businesses across the Merrimack Valley, with a particular focus on Lawrence, Haverhill and Methuen. The program primarily serves existing small businesses while also supporting emerging entrepreneurs, with an emphasis on immigrant-owned, minority-owned, women-owned and businesses in low- to moderate-income communities.

“We’re grateful to MassDevelopment for this investment, which will strengthen our ability to help entrepreneurs and local businesses overcome barriers, access financing and pursue opportunities for growth” said Merrimack Valley Planning Commission Executive Director Jerrard Whitten.

The effort will work alongside specialized consultants and community partners to offer personalized assistance, workshops and group training focused This includes one-on-one business assistance, financial management and access to capital, marketing and business visibility, workshops and group training and guidance on certifications and business resources.

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