Honored as a 20th Annual "Most Business Friendly City Awards" finalist by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation, Pasadena's Economic Development Division focus is to support new investment into the city by way of commercial activity, development and jobs. Whether you are starting out or building up, the intel and assets below are a resource to help you future yourself and your next big idea in Pasadena.
Business Intelligence
Retail Brochure
Get to know Pasadena's retail landscape from its commercial areas and demographics to its consumer profile and employer stats.
Psychographics
Pasadena’s Retail Site Assessment provides a snapshot of information and insight into Pasadena’s resident consumer habits. If you would like information specific to your site, and your customer profile, please contact Ruth Martinez or (626) 744-7351 for assistance.
Traffic Counts
The Transportation Department conducts traffic counts and makes them available to the public. Pasadena is also serviced by 6 Gold Line Metro stops connecting Pasadena by light rail and transit to the entire Los Angeles Basin.
Business Assistance & Training
FWDB
The Foothill Workforce Development Board (FWDB) builds relationships with businesses to understand their hiring needs and match qualified workers. The FWDB also maintains close relationships with area schools and colleges to communicate the skills needed in the labor market. For more information on the FWDB's programs and services, click below
SCORE
For over 50 years, SCORE has offered free business mentoring and education to entrepreneurs and small business. Schedule a free one-on-one meeting with an area SCORE rep by calling Pasadena Economic Development at (626) 744-4660. For more info about SCORE, click below.
SBDC
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by Pasadena City College helps businesses start, grow and succeed. For more info about their no-cost business advising and low cost training, click below.
SBA
Start & Grow your business with resources offered by the Small Business Administration. Contact your local district office at (818) 552-3201. For more information, click below.
FMCM
Every week, over 100 innovators meet for coffee, networking and a presentation on an emerging topic or a look-in of a local company. For more information on the Friday Morning Coffee Meetup, click below.
Business Accessibility
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets forth regulations and guidelines to ensure accessibility for people with disabilities. The resources assembled on this page will help to familiarize you with requirements under the ADA and help to make your place of business more accessible and inclusive for all.
Site Selection
We can assist you with a property search for your future business location in Pasadena.
For customized site selection assistance, please contact
the City of Pasadena Economic Development Office at (626) 744-4660.