The act or process of organizing, managing, and assuming the necessary risks of a new innovation, initiative, or venture in order to transform the idea or opportunity into profit.
Managed by the Department of Health and Human Services and under the governance of the Office of Management and Budget. A centralized location for grant seekers to find and apply for federal funding opportunities.
Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.
NVCA advocates for public policy that supports the American entrepreneurial ecosystem. Serving the venture community as the preeminent trade association, NVCA arms the venture community for success, serving as the leading resource for venture capital data, practical education, peer-led initiatives, and networking.
U.S. Dept. of Commerce puts out a variety of reports for economic indicators found under the US Census Bureau,such as Advance Monthly Sales for Retail, Food Services Advance Report on Durable Goods, Manufacturers' Shipments, Inventories, and Orders, Manufacturing and Trade, Monthly Wholesale Trade, New Residential Construction, and more.
The Department of Commerce promotes job creation and economic growth by ensuring fair trade, providing the data necessary to support commerce and constitutional democracy, and fostering innovation by setting standards and conducting foundational research and development.
U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) strengthens the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promotes trade and investment, and ensures fair trade through the rigorous enforcement of our trade laws and agreements. ITA works to improve the global business environment and helps U.S. organizations compete at home and abroad.
Apply for certification as a woman-owned business:
WBE Certification (Woman Business Enterprise)
WOSB Certification (Woman-Owned Small Business)
EDWOSB Certification (Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business)
A non-partisan federal advisory council created to serve as an independent source of advice and counsel to the President, Congress, and the U.S. Small Business Administration on economic issues of importance to women business owners.
VetFran supports veterans who wish to buy franchising businesses around the United States. Aside from helping with initial franchising costs, VetFran offers support to existing franchise owners through grants, loans and other scholarship programs in the hopes of increasing veteran owned franchises throughout the United States.
Provides a series of business planning resources and articles. Includes templates to help with forecasting, pitching, funding, SWOT Analysis and more..
