The CATALYST, a Small Business Resource Center in Gilbert, has opened its doors to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners. The center is the result of a partnership between the Gilbert Office of Economic Development and the Gilbert Chamber Foundation.
The CATALYST offers several services aimed at helping individuals start or grow their businesses. These include one-on-one coaching with local industry experts in areas such as marketing, finance, and operations. The center also works with community partners like the Maricopa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and SCORE to connect users with additional resources.
Workshops are available on topics including business basics, financial planning, marketing essentials, and legal structuring. The facility features amenities such as a Content Creation Corner for photo and video production, an Audio & Advice Podcast Studio, a Virtual Meeting room, and private Consultation Corners.
An online platform called the Gilbert Next Level HUUB extends these resources digitally by offering a 24/7 community board, technical assistance, and networking opportunities.
Rentable spaces at The CATALYST allow entrepreneurs to host meetings or pitch prospects without needing their own dedicated office space.
According to organizers: “The CATALYST is more than a building; it’s a promise that in Gilbert, no entrepreneur has to walk their journey alone. It is a destination where creativity meets connection, and where guidance is readily available to turn your ideas into a thriving, community-supported business.”
