Lexington Small Business Resources
Starting and running a small business requires resources. There are businesses, government groups, and nonprofits ready to help you.
We’ve compiled a list of Lexington small business resources and created tools and guides to help you operate a successful business in Kentucky.
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Local Resources for Small Business in Lexington
Using local resources can make a big difference. Here are some of the best local resources for small businesses in Lexington.
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Awesome Inc
Overview
This organization offers a variety of incubation programs, workshops, and pitch events that focus on different ways of helping entrepreneurs, such as funding and workshops. If you need a workspace, Awesome Inc. can provide office space for your company. It can also link you to angel investors and other funding venues for your business.
Restrictions
Businesses in the tech industry only.
Contact Information
Office Address:
348 E Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone Number: 859-960-4600
Email: founders@awesomeinc.org
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TRUiC Business Resources
Women's Business Center of Kentucky
Overview
Women's Business Centers are nationwide programs established by the SBA to assist women in starting small businesses. Some of these centers are combined with other local organizations and use that relationship to offer even more services. Each Women's Business Center has counselors who can provide mentorship and assistance with business planning. Women’s Business Centers also provide a network of other businesses, and some have loan programs available.
Restrictions
The Women's Business Centers are, as the name implies, meant for women primarily.
Contact Information
Office Address:
1450 N. Broadway
Lexington, KY 40505
Phone Number: 859-231-0054 ext. 1003
Email: mprince@cvky.org
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Kentucky SBDC in Lexington
Overview
The greatest strength of the SBDC is their free, confidential, 1-on-1 business mentoring for anyone who seeks it. Sometimes in order to be considered for mentoring from one of their professional business advisors, you may have to attend a class/workshop or at least present your business plan. SBDC's are located all throughout the state and you should use the SBDC closest to your location if possible, but you can often transfer to a different location if they do not fit your needs.
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SCORE Lexington
Overview
SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is a leading, nation-wide organization that has assisted millions of entrepreneurs over its 50+ years of operation. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA that offers access to a network of experienced business leaders who donate time to mentor entrepreneurs and small business owners. They also host free or inexpensive workshops online and at 300 local chapters around the United States. Mentoring can be conducted either in person or remotely and is always free and confidential, no matter how often you take advantage of this service.
The Plantory
Overview
The Plantory offers basic office amenities as well as networking opportunities with other local entrepreneurs. It can help you locate funding for your business through fundraising, donor matching, and fiscal scholarships. If you need computers or other technology equipment, you can borrow from this organization.
Contact Information
Office Address:
110 W. Vine St.
Ste. 331
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone Number: 859-312-1044
Email: director@plantory.org
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