The popular Mesa business builder small business assistance program wrapped up another successful year, supporting 151 Mesa businesses with free professional advising and consulting services.

Participating businesses received assistance with marketing, branding, website development, legal contracts, videography, tax advice, business strategy, finance and more, according to a release.

In addition, businesses in the program are eligible for paid tuition and course fees in 14 certificate programs at Mesa Community College, for up to two people per business, up to two classes per term, through Mesa Business Builder Educates U.

The program reopens on July 8 for the 2025–26 program year. Businesses interested in elevating their operations are encouraged to prepare early, as spots fill up quickly. Full program details and eligibility requirements are available at https://MesaBusinessBuilder.com.

To apply to the program your business must meet the following requirements:

• Have a valid city of Mesa address (this includes home-based businesses)
• Be a for-profit entity
• Have a valid Mesa General Business License (or other qualifying Mesa license such as a Mobile Food Vendor) to apply for a license ($10) go to https://www.mesaaz.gov/Business-Development/Licensing/Mesa-General-Business-License.
• Register your business on the Mesa HUUB at https://myhuub.com/mesa to get immediate access to a wealth of free assistance on this online, 24/7 digital platform.
• On July 8, login to your Mesa HUUB account and click on the link to “Apply for 1-on-1 Support.”