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Counseling and Consulting Services

Whether you are thinking about starting a business of your own, expanding your business, or looking for some guidance with the management of your organization, we can help you contact a variety of experts who can assist.

The Silicon Valley SCORE Chapter - sponsored by the SBA, is a volunteer management counseling program comprising active and retired business executives who volunteer their time and advice to help small business owners understand the many aspects of starting and maintaining a business. While the many years' experience of these executives could be considered priceless, their services are free to you. Remember, whatever business path you're following, a SCORE counselor who has already traveled that same path is there to help

The Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center (SV-SBDC) - cosponsored by the SBA and Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation, has been offering South Bay entrepreneurs targeted training and consulting services for more than a decade. If you are experiencing problems in growing or expanding your business, you may receive free consulting services from the SBDC. Its purpose is to further economic development through the provision of management and technical assistance to small business owners. The SBDC provides consulting, management training and referrals.

Northern California Supplier Development Council (NCSDC) - certifies established minority-owned owned businesses to subcontract to the private sector. In addition, NCSDC offers a variety of entrepreneurial programs, including training, networking and special events related to procurement opportunities.

East San Jose Community Law Center's Small Business Development Group - assists low-income individuals with legal issues related to starting or running their small business, including: preparing or reviewing initial documents to form the business as well as service agreements and contracts; complying with licensing and permit requirements; and, referral to other resources.



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Since working with

SCORE

my business has turned around. I have set up a marketing plan, improved my accounting system, and projected sales and profits for the next two years... things I never dreamed of accomplishing.

Susan Hemmenway
President
Graphic Lab
Palo Alto





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