Small Business Development Centers
The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) administers the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Program to provide management assistance to current and prospective small business owners. SBDCs offer one-stop assistance to small businesses by providing a wide variety of information and guidance in central and easily accessible branch locations. The program is a cooperative effort of the private sector, the educational community and federal, state and local governments. It enhances economic development by providing small businesses with management and technical assistance. Visit the SBDC web site.
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a resource partner with the SBA. SCORE is dedicated to aiding business owners in the formation, growth, and success of small businesses nationwide. Visit the SCORE web site.
Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs).
Partially funded by the Department of Defense (DOD), PTACs help business firms market their goods and services to the DOD, other Federal agencies, and state and/or local government agencies. PTACs provide assistance to large businesses, primarily by assisting with identifying and qualifying subcontracting sources. PTACs also work closely with Federal agencies to assist them in identifying sources of supply and assist contractors who experience performance problems. Other assistance PTACs may provide include: bid and proposal preparation, pre-award survey assistance, contract administration, and education and training. There are currently over 100 centers and sub centers nationwide. View current PTAC listings.
Online Training/Education
Knowledge is the most important asset small businesses will compete with in the 21st century. The Small Business Classroom is a digital strategy for reaching new markets and training small business clients in a changing, global environment. Visit the SBA Small Business Classroom.
Resource Assistance
Small Business Administration
Internal Revenue Service
SBDC National Information Clearinghouse
Veteran Business Associations
