COVID-19 Resources
Are you a business impacted by COVID-19? We are open and here to help you get the resources you need.
What We Do
One-on-One Counseling
Whether you are a new business with questions about your business plan, or an existing business owner looking to expand into new horizons, our team of business experts is available for no cost counseling.
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Training Events
We offer a number of free workshops and webinars to help you start and grow your business. Specialist subjects include, how to write a business plan, how to implement technology best practices and everything in between.
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Business Services
In addition to general advising for new and existing businesses, we also offer expertise in a number of specialty areas such as International Trade, Marketing, and Cybersecurity.
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Funding Assistance
Do you need money to help start or grow your business? We can help you with loan applications, investor packages, relief packages and more
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Success Stories
View MoreAs soon as the shutdown hit in March, the Clairmonts began the process of applying for the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury and Disaster Loan program and the federal Paycheck Protection Program. “The loans were a definite game changer,” Stephen Clairmont said. “I could not have done this so quickly without the MS-SBDC’s help.”Stephen and Deshawn Clairmont, Clairmont and Co.
News
International Trade Corner: September 2021
Succeeding at Exporting through E-commerce Technology has been changing the ways that sellers of goods and services reach potential international buyers for some years now. COVID-19 has accelerated many of the trends that were well underway before the pandemic hit hard and disrupted trade flows during first few months of 2020. As a result, entrepreneurs … Continued
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The Inclusivity Challenge: Meet the Team
Question 1: What is your personal background with small businesses? Shirley: Yes, I studied classes in business in college but my reality of operating a business surfaced much later. Not only have I worked for a local chamber for several years in assisting both small and new businesses, but I also have the awesome pleasure … Continued
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