Best Small Business Resources in the Atlantic City Area
Starting a business is a life-changing experience. New Jersey has dozens of great resources to help entrepreneurs get started. Our team researched and vetted organizations in the Atlantic City area and compiled our list of recommended resources in this article.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in New Jersey.
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SBDC at Stockton University
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Offers Free Service
Description
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.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
Atlantic City SCORE
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Offers Free Service
Description
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.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth
Atlantic County Library System
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Offers Free Service
Accepts Walks In
Description
The Atlantic County Library System offers free classes that are open to the public focusing on entrepreneurship. These classes cover topics like Excel, business registration, and state taxes. The library also offers free access to a number of business databases covering information like market research, industry overviews, and access to industry publications and periodicals.
Restrictions
A library card is required for the small business center online.
Works with Companies in These Stages:
Idea
Planning
Startup
Growth