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Small Business

Dorchester Bay is here to support your small business.

We can help you plan and launch, access capital, and find tools to grow. We support businesses and business owners who reside in Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, and Roslindale. 

Fill Out our Small Business Service Request Form
Apply to our Business Development Collective
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Learn about our loans

We offer loans in a range of sizes with flexible payment schedules.

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Boost your skills

Learn the skills you need to launch and run your business!

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Speak with business experts

We’re here to guide you! Our one-on-one services are offered in English, Spanish, and Cape Verdean Kriolu.

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Our Impact

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Named 2019 SBA Microlending Intermediary of the year

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Testimonials

"Brenda from Dorchester Bay has been crucial in helping Dahlia's Garden acquire a loan for rental assistance. Brenda went above and beyond to even reach out directly with the landlord to obtain information that was taking longer to get. Brenda brought so much clarity to the process. Because Dahlia's Garden is a one person shop, that assistance was crucial for the small business. Small businesses around Dorchester need more of that kind of collaboration."
Estela RosarioOwner, Dahlia's Garden
Small Business Owner
“I will always be grateful for your patience, and for guiding me through the process, that for many starting is not such a friendly process… it was thanks to Dorchester Bay that I was introduced to Score Boston at one of the many events they offer to support small businesses. Thank you.”
Franklin MarvalOwner, Cyanta Studio
Small Business Owner
"Thank you very much for rent assistance which has helped us lots and makes sure the business survives, stays active, and provides services to our community in Dorchester. Thank you again.
Mamdouh ChouikiOwner, Jerusalem Furniture
Small Business Owner
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Our Team

  • Tia Jackson
    Tia Jackson
    Director of Small Business
  • Brenda Bobadilla
    Brenda Bobadilla
    Credit Officer and Portfolio Manager
  • Nicholas Fernandes
    Nicholas Fernandes
    Lending and Outreach Officer

Partners

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Certified Community Development Financial Institution

Dorchester Bay is a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) certified by the US Treasury, and a Small Business Administration (SBA) Microlender. Our small business work is part of our broader mission to create and sustain wealth and jobs for individuals and families living in Boston.

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In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of the Treasury policy, Dorchester Bay is prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

To submit a complaint of discrimination, contact the Department of the Treasury using one of the following methods:

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Contact

594 Columbia Road 
Suite 302
Dorchester, MA 02125

Phone: 617.825.4200

Fax: 617.825.3522

Open for Walk-ins:
Tuesday-Thursday 

By Appointment:
Monday & Friday

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Tia Jackson
Director of Small Business

Tia Jackson is an accomplished, achievement-driven financial services business manager with FINRA series 7, 66, Property & Casualty, Life Accident and Health licenses, and 20+ years in leadership roles. She has relevant and diverse experience in corporate sales and marketing, relationship management, customer-obsessed service, and a strong background in overseeing operational activities. Tia has enjoyed collaborating and working strategically with key leaders and business partners across business lines. She also enjoys contributing as part of a team and sharing her holistic financial planning expertise and experience, along with coaching and developing financial professionals who highly value building meaningful long-term client relationships and customized financial solutions to meet their needs and goals. She aligns well with a work culture that highly values coaching, which leads to growth at every level.

Tia is passionate about building personal relationships based on trust. She’s an advocate for her clients with whom she can relate by serving the needs of individuals, families, and small businesses. She enjoys contributing to improving the lives of others and working together to build a foundation that makes our communities better and stronger.

Tia’s interests include running, hiking, bicycling, travel, cooking, dining out, gardening, community service, and spending time with family and friends.

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Brenda Bobadilla
Credit Officer and Portfolio Manager

Brenda works to provide clients with loans, grants, and technical assistance. Brenda is bilingual and worked for two small businesses in California before joining Dorchester Bay. Brenda started as in admin here at Dorchester Bay back in 2017 and transitioned into small business in 2018. She attended Cambridge College for her Business Development Certification and also participated in the NALCAB Pete Garcia Community Economic Development Fellowship and got her certificate.

[email protected]
617-533-9578

Nicholas Fernandes
Lending and Outreach Officer

Nicholas “Nick” Fernandes is a Lending and Outreach Officer with the Small Business team. Nick is a strong believer and proponent of economic empowerment and equity. In his most recent role as an owner/operator of the award-winning JJ’s Caffe in Brockton, MA, Nick has been in the shoes of Dorchester Bay small business clients. At JJ’s, Nick, along with his family strived to create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone, living by the motto “Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends.”

Nick was born and raised in Brockton, Massachusetts. He is an alumnus of the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and earned his MBA from Babson College.

Nick brings this vision of servant leadership to Dorchester Bay EDC. He loves to help people and their businesses grow and flourish.

[email protected]
(617) 533-9571

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