Economic Resources

Organizations and resources are available in our area to empower and foster business success. Depending upon the organization, services may include business start-up assistance, technical advice, market information, financial planning, business plan development, financial analysis, mentoring, access to financing, training, and other critical guidance.

Illinois Small Business Development Center 

Provides information, confidential business guidance, training, and other resources for start-ups and existing businesses.

Veterans Business Outreach Center 

The program offers resources to veterans, service members, and military spouses who are interested in starting or growing a small business.

Southland Development Authority

Services include market analysis, business planning, workforce training, connecting business with investors, e-commerce, and other assistance.

Cook County Small Business Source

Network of over 30 organizations dedicated to supporting small businesses in any stage of development. Provides one-on-one advising services, free toolkits, webinars and online resources and information for small businesses.

SBA-Business Guide 

Guide to planning, launching, managing, and growing your business. 

Midlothian Planning Studies

Access to planning studies for commercial areas. 

Midlothian Trade Area Profile 

Midlothian TIF 

The Village of Midlothian Economic Development Video 

Have Questions? Contact Us!

(Economic.Development@villageofmidlothian.org)