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1st
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The 1st Stop Business Connection,
formerly the One-Stop Business Permit Center, provides FREE state-level
information needed to get started or continue on your entrepreneurial journey.
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Business Incubation
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Business incubation programs provide a full round of business assistance to
emerging companies in environments that promote networking, shared resources
and innovation.
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Business Licenses |
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Apply for or renew
specialized business licenses and contracts online.
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Minority
Contractors and Business Assistance Program
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The Minority
Contractors and Business Assistance Program (MCBAP) provides outreach for the
Division of Minority Business Affairs (DMBA) into the minority business
community. The MCBAP offices assist minority entrepreneurs with loan and bond
packaging services, management, technical, financial and contract procurement
assistance.
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Ohio
Chambers of Commerce |
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The chambers in this
region not only work hard to improve business conditions in their own
communities, but also collaborate on more far reaching initiatives. 33 Works is
an example of one project involving four chambers and the Ohio Department of
Development.
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Small
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The U.S. Small
Business Administration is a partner in helping our region provide financial,
technical and management assistance to help Americans start, run and grow their
businesses.
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Small
Business Development Centers
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Established in 1985 in
partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration's national SBDC Program
initiative. SBDC's provide professional, in-depth counseling and training to
entrepreneurs and foster a strong climate for small business growth. In
Appalachian Ohio, the SBDCs have a reputation for excellent service and the
ability to help companies thrive through all their growth stages. Specialized
units help new and existing companies with exporting, manufacturing and
procuring government contracts.
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