A strong business community is vital to the health of our city.

From securing funds to finding a location, these groups are here to help your business dreams become a reality. The following pages identify the offices and organizations that specialize in business assistance. The types of assistance can range from counseling and financing to job training, networking and referrals.

LOCAL RESOURCES

City of Marion
Marion is a progressive city that provides high-quality services that promote an active, safe, and healthy environment, enabling the community to realize the best standard of living possible through cost-effective governance.

Marion City Hall
1225 6th Ave Suite 110
Marion, IA 52302
Phone: 319-743-6301
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
cityofmarion.org

Marion Economic Development Corp. (MEDCO)
Mission: To coordinate economic development activities by working to retain and expand the existing business base while encouraging new industrial and commercial endeavors that benefit Marion.

MEDCO
1225 6th Ave Suite 100
Marion, IA 52302
Ph. 319-743-4724
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
medcoiowa.org

Marion Chamber of Commerce
Mission: To provide leadership and advocacy to ensure a growing business environment and to enhance the quality of life in Marion.

Marion Chamber of Commerce
1070 7th Ave
Marion, IA 52302
Ph. 319-377-6316
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
marioncc.org

Uptown Marion
Mission: To drive continued revitalization, growth and preservation of the historic character of our district through appropriate design, promotion and economic strategies with a community focus.

Uptown Marion– A Main Street Iowa District
1070 7th Ave
Marion, IA 52302
Ph. 319-377-6316
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
uptownmarion.com

STATE RESOURCES

Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)  
The Iowa Economic Development Authority provides a wide array of business assistance. Assistance includes employee training, creation of high quality jobs, EB-5 Iowa Regional Center, regulatory and compliance assistance, and international business assistance.

Iowa Economic Development Authority
200 East Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Ph. 515-725-3000
iowaeconomicdevelopment.com

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