Norwood Economic Development Newsletter

 

September 2026

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Thank you for signing up to receive the Norwood Economic Development Newsletter. The Economic Development Department uses this newsletter to inform subscribers about upcoming training for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, market available buildings and sites in Norwood, celebrate significant accomplishments of Norwood businesses, and notify subscribers

about available grants and rebates.




Available Sites & Buildings


The Town of Norwood is now marketing buildings and sites on its online database. If you have commercial/industrial listings in Norwood, you can contact Joe Collins about adding them to the Norwood database.

Big News

Borrowing Basics: Lunch and Learn with SEED


Morrill Memorial Library and the Town of Norwood Economic Development Department are thrilled to partner with South Eastern Economic Development Corporation (SEED) for a Business Basics: Lunch and Learn with SEED event for new entrepreneurs and existing business owners.


The program will be held on September 8, 2026, from 11:30am to 1:30 pm in the Simoni Room.


Program Description: SEED Corporation in conjunction with MML and Norwood Economic Development Dept will be hosting a Business Basics Lunch and Learn for existing business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. During this free, in-person session, participants will learn the fundamentals of financing a small business, what lenders look for in a loan application, and the funding programs available to start-up and existing businesses. Topics will include the Six C's of Credit, traditional vs. non-traditional lending requirements, and SBA loan programs. The program will be presented by Ashley Ricard, Business Assistance and Marketing Officer.

Multi-Chamber Networking Meetup



"The Neponset River Regional Chamber and the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce invite you to join us for a relaxed evening of networking with fellow business owners, professionals, and community members. Grab some pizza, enjoy a drink from the cash bar, and make new connections in a casual setting. No formal programming, just good conversation and a chance to meet others in the local business community."

Upcoming Training Opportunities & Events

Rebates, Grants, & Other Resources