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The right East Valley office for licensing, taxes, loans and free advice, with direct numbers checked against each official site.

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5East Valley cities
Oct 15, 2026last verified
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Economic development offices, small business advisors and chambers don't charge for most help. Call them before you pay a consultant.

City economic development and permits
Scottsdale Economic Development
Free business visits, incentives and connections to city resources.
480-312-7989
Scottsdale Business Licensing
Business registration and regulatory licenses for Scottsdale businesses.
480-312-2400
Mesa Office of Economic Development
Sites, business districts and growth programs like Mesa Business Builder.
480-644-2398
Chandler Economic Development
Help launching, expanding or choosing a location in Chandler.
480-782-3030
economicdevelopment@chandleraz.gov
Gilbert Taking Care of Small Business (TCSB)
Free guidance through planning, permits, licensing and certificate of occupancy in Gilbert.
480-503-6763
TCSB@gilbertaz.gov
Tempe Economic Development
Help locating, growing and developing projects in Tempe.
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Free advisors and funding help
Maricopa SBDC
Free one on one advising, training and loan prep for new and existing businesses.
480-784-0590
infosmallbiz@domail.maricopa.edu
SCORE Greater Phoenix
Free volunteer mentors and workshops for any business owner.
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SBA Arizona District Office
SBA loans, federal contracting certifications and disaster help.
602-745-7200
State agencies
Arizona Department of Revenue
State TPT (sales tax) licenses and tax questions.
602-255-3381
Arizona Commerce Authority
State incentives, grants, SSBCI financing and workforce programs.
602-845-1200
Arizona Corporation Commission
Forming and maintaining your LLC or corporation.
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Chambers of commerce
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce
Networking, events, advocacy and member resources.
480-355-2700
info@scottsdalechamber.com
Tempe Chamber of Commerce
Advocacy, events and business resources in Tempe.
480-967-7891
info@tempechamber.org
Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Networking, referrals and education programs in Mesa.
480-969-1307
info@mesachamber.org
Chandler Chamber of Commerce
Programs, events and workforce resources for East Valley businesses.
480-963-4571
info@chandlerchamber.com
Gilbert Chamber of Commerce
Networking, referrals and help starting or growing a business in Gilbert.
480-892-0056
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