Columbus Small Business

09/03/2026

Looking for electrical work? Check out Word of Mouth Electric and Rehab Services. As a small business in Columbus, they work hard to ensure compliance and construction work for you!

09/03/2026

Today we’re spotlighting Word of Mouth Electric , a local small business on the East Side of Columbus. Check them out and give them a call!

09/01/2026

08/22/2026

We celebrated today's ribbon cutting with Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Columbus and their Accelerate Columbus Mercadito Raices cohort! Stop by tomorrow and Sunday for the Festival Latino Columbus celebrations in Columbus Commons enjoy live performances, food from small business vendors, and entertainment of all types! Thank you to our leader Ariana Ulloa-Olavarrieta and Columbus City Council member Lourdes Barroso de Padilla for speaking at this event!

08/19/2026

Council has partnered with Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization, to provide free, hands-on storm recovery assistance to Columbus residents impacted by the recent severe weather.

Team Rubicon volunteers will provide services including downed tree removal, roof tarping, basement cleanup and other storm-related recovery needs.

To request assistance, call 740-207-2397 or 614-645-3111. Please share this information with neighbors, family and others who may need assistance.

08/19/2026

If you have storm damage repairs, be sure to protect yourself.

Before hiring, the Department of Building and Zoning Services (BZS) advises residents to verify that the contractor is licensed and insured. Scammers often target storm-damaged neighborhoods.

Check contractor licenses: https://bit.ly/48Anhig

Suburban neighbors, check with your local building department.

08/18/2026

Experience Clintonville
Asian Market!
Looking for the ultimate Labor Day weekend plans?
Come join us for an unforgettable Asian Night Market experience right here in Clintonville, Ohio!
Enjoy authentic Asian street food, stunning cultural shows, local artists, and family-friendly activities.
Date: Friday, Sep 4, 2026
6 Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 595 E Weber Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
Don't miss out on the ultimate street food and cultural celebration. Mark your calendars and tag the friends you're bringing along!

08/14/2026

Tell It Like It Is:

Thursday, September 10, 2026 ~ 5:30 – 7:30pm

1890 E. Main Street ~ Columbus, OH 43205

No Registration Required - Sign up for full cohort in Link in Bio!

Hear from Successful Food Business Owners —
Real Talk from Real Entrepreneurs!

Step into an open and inspiring conversation with seasoned food business owners — from restaurants and grocery meat markets to coffee shops and more. These entrepreneurs will “tell it like it is”—sharing the real stories behind their journeys: the wins, the struggles, and those critical moments when they almost walked away but chose instead to push forward and thrive.

You’ll gain firsthand insights into what it really takes to run a food business—tackling challenges in operations, pricing, and tough decisions about which customers to serve (or let go) in order to protect your bottom line and sustain your vision.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your determination. Leave with real-world strategies, clarity, and confidence to take the next step in your own food business journey.

08/12/2026

Make your food business a success! Whether you're a food truck, a restaurants or catering business, this program is for you to get to from surviving to thriving in our Columbus market! In just 10 weeks, Kim Knights trom Columbus Empowerment Corp will get you ready to be in the best position possible to grow your business. Scholarships are available through Accelerate Columbus, meaning Columbus-based businesses can join at no cost to them.
Apply today at the link in our bio!