Hillsborough County, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2025) - Hillsborough residents ready to take the leap and start their own business have an opportunity this month to get all their questions answered at the third Entrepreneur Collaborative Center Resource Fair in Ybor City.
To help kick off Small Business Saturday, more than 20 organizations dedicated to helping people start and grow their business will be on hand to help entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.
Got a business idea but not sure it can work? The Resource Fair can get you started.
Still thinking about being your own boss? This is the place to get the right contacts.
Already starting but need to understand licensure? Entrepreneur Collaborative Center staff can help with the paperwork.
Looking for veterans' resources? Hillsborough County has multiple organizations dedicated to helping military veterans start a new business or franchise.
Got a friend with a great idea but they haven't launched yet? Bring them to the Resource Fair to spark their imagination and help them get the boost they need.
The Resource Fair is targeting business owners looking for the right services to help them take their business to the next level.
For more information on Hillsborough County's Entrepreneur Collaborative Center and its many resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses, visit HCFL.gov/ECC.
Who: Hillsborough County Economic Development
What: Entrepreneur Resource Fair
When: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025
Where: Hillsborough County Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, 2101 E. Palm Ave., Tampa, FL 33605