Baltimore 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 Baltimore small business resources and created tools and guides to help you operate a successful business in Maryland.
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Local Resources for Small Business in Baltimore
Using local resources can make a big difference. Here are some of the best local resources for small businesses in Baltimore.
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School of Food
Overview
The School of Food has a year-long educational curriculum for small business owners whose business relates to food or beverage. The curriculum features industry experts and features all the relevant information for starting and successfully running a food-based business. Students have the option to attend all of the program's workshops with the SOF passport or selecting the workshops they want to attend.
Restrictions
This program is limited to food/beverage small business owners.
Contact Information
Office Address:
1412 N Wolfe
Baltimore, MD 21213
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TRUiC Business Resources
SCORE Greater Baltimore
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.
CCBC Center for Business Innovation
Overview
The Community College of Baltimore County has a large collection of classes available for entrepreneurs. You can learn how to create your businesses legal structure, learn how to use accounting software and how to do bookkeeping, and more.
Contact Information
Office Address:
800 South Rolling Road
Baltimore, MD 21228
Phone Number: 443-840-2222
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Corridor Region SBDC
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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