An Albert Lea Tribune article got me thinking about all the potential partners and resources for patrons hoping to start a new business. The article gives hope that this might be the ideal time to start a new business. Not all of the partners will have local or even regional offices, but many are available online with toolkits for patrons. If you're looking for partners and information, try:
U.S. Small Business Administration - They have all kinds of pathinders, web chats, an online library, and a list of the services they offer.
SCORE - They also have a good number of pathfinders and online information, but they also offer free online workshops on 26 topics.
Office of Women's Business Ownership - The Office of Women’s Business Ownership (OWBO) exists to establish and oversee a network of Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) throughout the United States and its territories. Through the management and technical assistance provided by the WBCs, entrepreneurs, especially women who are economically or socially disadvantaged, are offered comprehensive training and counseling on a vast array of topics in many languages to help them start and grow their own businesses. This is a specific SBA service and they have regional offices.
Iowa's Business Planning Assistance - Most states offer a similar web page, and some cities do as well.
Department of Labor Compliance Assistance - For new or small businesses, a guide to compliance with federal labor laws. States also have similar sites for their particular labor laws.
DBTAC - a national network of assistance center, located regionally, to assist with ADA compliance.
IRS's Starting a Business Site - everything you need to know about federal taxes.
Also, try your State's employment agency. In Iowa, that's the Iowa Workforce Development and their portal for business development.
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