Economic Help...
"These are the times that try men's souls." This eloquent phrase by Thomas Paine seems appropriate in this period of economic downturn, yet it can also be a time of opportunity if one chooses to take control of their own destiny.
The following documents and links are here to help you take control during the current economic conditions whether you are an:
- entrepreneur wanting to start a business in need of some guidance
- a currently established business needing help
- or are an individual finding themselves in the postion of reinventing themselves due to layoff or other situation
The Chamber and its staff are here to offer our expertise and advise to you and your company in order to help you over this economic bump in the road. We look forward to serving you and helping to create your future success.
Entrepreneur Help
South Metro Denver Small Business Development Center (SBDC):
www.smallbusinessdenver.com.
The South Metro Denver SBDC offers small business assistance through information, one-on-one consulting services, as well as training and business resources. SBDC services are available to anyone who is interested in improving and/or expanding their business or in starting a small business.
Check out our website for information on all of our workshops and seminars, many of which are free!
SBDC Business Plan Outline - A basic outline as to what a business plan should include:
Business Plan Outline
Business Resource Information -
A listing of business resource information including State Sales Tax Classes, Business License Information, Trade Name registration, Corporation or LLC registration, Cash Flow Projection, Employer Federal ID application, Grant information, Micro Loan programs, etc.:
Business Resource Information Sheet
Existing Business Help
The South Metro Denver Economic Development Group (EDG)-
The EDG hosts a variety of classes and seminars designed to give businesses an edge on their competition...
The Denver Business Empowerment Series: A Series of seminars and forums designed to educate and inform current business owners on a wide variety of topics throughout the year. Contact Bart Sayyah at bsayyah@bestchamber.com for more information.
Our next Business Empowerment Series Seminar will take place in September. Watch the Chamber website for more information or contact Bart Sayyah, Director of Economic Development at bsayyah@bestchamber.com.
South Metro Denver Small Business Development Center (SBDC):
www.smallbusinessdenver.com.
The South Metro Denver SBDC offers small business assistance through information, one-on-one consulting services, as well as training and business resources. SBDC services are available to anyone who is interested in improving and/or expanding their business or in starting a small business.
Check out our website for information on all of our workshops and seminars, many of which are free!
"With the recent passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act substantial funding has been made available to local governments, businesses, non-profit organizations and other entities. I know that the process of determining what funding you may be eligible for can be daunting. That is why I hope you will find this guide to the funds available under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act useful."
Representative John Salazar's Guide to the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act Funds
An Outline as to what to look for in assessing your current business practices and proceedures:
Economic Downturn Assessment Tool
Business Consultants:
Individuals in Transition
The Chamber has many members who offer assistance to individuals who are looking to improve or change their current employment status:
Occassionally the Chamber is notified by Investors of job opportunities
within their organizations which are posted below.
The Chamber is not responsible for out-of-date offers or innaccurate information.
