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Social Enterprise Accelerator 2021 Signature Cohort
SEA Change is accepting applications for their 2021 Signature Cohort NOW! SEA Change is a social enterprise accelerator that helps aspiring social entrepreneurs move forward... Read more
SBA Columbus District Office Resources
Learn about the many resources for small businesses the SBA Columbus District has to offer. The latest on SBA lending programs, State and Local Resources, Workshops, Webinars... Read more
Columbus ECDI and Women's Business Center Workshops & Webinars
Upcoming Training and Events for Columbus Ohio - For 15 years ECDI has been providing small business loans, ranging from $500-$350,000, to help low-income, low-wealth, and other... Read more
Columbus and Ohio Business Resources
Find valuable, local Columbus small business resources to help you run your small business. Read more
How To Use an Emergency Fund
SCORE mentor John Howie walks small business owners through which expenses to prioritize and other important factors when using your emergency fund. Read more
SBA Targeted EIDL Advance Grants: Do You Qualify?
Congress has allocated another $40,000,000,000 in EIDL grants (advances) in the new stimulus bill. Get advice on whether you qualify for these grants with an extended deadline. Read more
What’s “Hot” for Retailers
The current state of retail is thriving. Pay attention to these trends and shifts in consumer behavior to rely on online shopping.
The Best Ways to Support Other Small Businesses Right Now
Use these simple ideas and strategies to support your fellow small business owners right now.
9 Tips For Starting a Digital Business as a Non-Technical Person
From surrounding yourself with tech experts to finding expert content, there are several things you can do that may help your digital business run smoothly.
Building an Emergency Fund
Emergency savings can help your business survive unexpected crises. John Howie, a SCORE mentor from our Southern New Jersey Chapter walks you through the steps you should take to... Read more
The Changing State of the Office
As the country reopens, it's important to bring employees safely back to the workplace. Keep these things in mind as your employees come back to work in person.