Dream + Start + Thrive

Entrepreneurial dreams take flight in Pella, a community that welcomes small and large businesses with a supportive environment and abundant resources. From finding the perfect location to connecting with lender, mentors, and networks, the PACE Alliance is here to help your business start, grow, and thrive.

Pella provides a dynamic small business community for innovators and trailblazers ready to turn their ideas into reality. Businesses are diverse and thriving, with ventures ranging from retail shops and hair salons to construction services and the food industry to artists and niche specialties and everything in between.

Connect with the PACE Alliance office to explore how your small business can integrate into our community.

A Thriving Hub for Your Business

Thinking about starting or growing your business in Pella? You’ll be in good company. Our vibrant community welcomes over 1.6 million visits to downtown each year, draws 308,000 visitors from near and far, and sees 6,426 people commute in daily for work, proof that Pella is a thriving hub of activity and opportunity. Whether you’re opening your doors for the first time or expanding your footprint, Pella offers the energy, foot traffic, and supportive community that help businesses truly thrive.

Getting Started

Starting a business in Pella means you’re never going it alone. Our community is filled with experienced professionals - attorneys, accountants, lenders, website designers, marketers, and more all ready to help you take the next step with confidence. Whether you’re shaping your business plan, navigating finances, or building your brand, our members offer the expertise and support you need to get started and grow. Here, you’ll find connections that make launching a business easier, smarter, and a whole lot more encouraging.

Meet the Makers

Welcome to the heart of Pella’s small-business community! Explore our collection of stories that shine a light on the passionate owners who fuel our local economy. Here, you’ll meet the entrepreneurs behind your favorite shops and services, learn how they got their start, discover what they specialize in, and hear the dreams they’re chasing next. Whether you’re an aspiring business owner, a curious neighbor, or someone who simply loves supporting local, these stories offer inspiration, insights, and a closer look at the people who make Pella such a vibrant place to live and work.