To compliment your hard work, entrepreneurship, and ingenuity, your new business needs access to the resources and information that help create an environment of success. Whether you’re still in the dreaming stages or pursuing product development and financing, the partners and resources below can provide the assistance and expertise you need.
Assistance and Advice for Entrepreneurs
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Our office works closely with the Small Business Development Center – Lynchburg Region (SBDC) is an effective provider of customized counseling and education for small businesses in the region. You can meet in private with a certified business analyst to discuss your specific issues. Additionally, you can attend small-group training for in-depth presentations and webinars on critical management topics.
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Our Navigrid Download quickly answers your questions about which organizations, departments and programs can offer assistance. Below are several local resources that can help your business grow.
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Local Resources
Small Business Development Center- Lynchburg Region
The Small Business Development Center – Lynchburg Region (SBDC) is an effective provider of customized counseling and education for small businesses in the region. You can meet in private with a certified business analyst to discuss your specific issues. Additionally, you can attend small-group training for in-depth presentations on critical management topics.
Greater Lynchburg SCORE
The Greater Lynchburg SCORE provides free business counseling services to new and existing businesses. These services are provided by retired executives and business owners, so you can be confident that you are receiving sage advice.
Lynchburg Business Development Centre
The Lynchburg Business Development Centre provides hands-on guidance with writing business plans, learning how to market your products and services, and other business management skills that will help to ensure your success. Contact the center for information about financing and available space.
Other Local Resources
Other connections for startup success include the various departments and organizations below: