Basic Business Startup with the SBA - Hosted by the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce

This is a good class for anyone thinking to starting a business in Maine or has started in the last few years. We will be providing a high-level overview on several topics to include but not limited to, Paths to Business Ownership, Market Research, Economic Model of a Business, Types of Legal Entities, Where to go to Obtain a Business License in Maine, Access to Capital, SBA Guaranteed Loan Programs, Business Plans, Exporting Assistance, Selling to the Government, Disaster Assistance, and Free Advising from SBA Resource Partners.

Many people consider business ownership as an alternative to employment. Do you have a great idea to fill a need? Are you a subject matter expert in your field? Have you been working in your industry and are now interested in branching out on your own? Do you need to know more about the ins and outs of operating a business?

"You don't know what you don't know, until you know what you didn't know." Dr. Maxwell Chikuta

When starting a small business there are a lot of unknowns. Join us for this very informative workshop to start finding out. This two (2) hour workshop will provide an overview of SBA programs and services, and cover the basics of starting a business.

Space is limited, so register today.  If you register, please attend or cancel your registration if your availability changes.

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