Arkansas Small Business Advice
Advice for small businesses in Arkansas can be found by consulting with local, state, federal and private resources -- often for free or at a modest cost. When seeking advice, make the best use of the resource by clearly defining your issue and providing as much business background information as possible. Don't neglect to include goals and current resources in your information. Simply inquiring about general small business advice will waste your time as well as that of agency personnel because every business situation is different.
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U.S. Small Business Administration
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), which has a district office in Little Rock, is a federal agency every Arkansas business should contact for advice and help. Services are free and include referrals to other agencies that specialize in specific issues and help in securing financing and starting your business. The SBA also provides business training, publications, events and workshops all designed to educate and advise businesses on issues relevant to success.
Service Corps of Retired Executives
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The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) is a private, nonprofit, volunteer agency that partners with the SBA to leverage its services and offerings to small businesses. With chapters located throughout Arkansas, SCORE serves businesses in every stage of development or operation and provides free counseling, advice and general business help free of charge. Workshops and courses are provided on different business topics. Small business owners may register for a free small business consultation at any time by visiting the SCORE website or contacting the office directly.
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Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center
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Training and events covering many small business topics are provided by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC). There are seven ASBTDC centers throughout Arkansas, with courses available at selected locations or online. Courses are offered at a modest cost as the ASBTDC program is partially funded by the SBA.
Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce
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The Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce is a source of guidance and small business help. The Chamber can help your business by allowing access to members-only publications, training, resources, educational seminars and events that can help your small business stay on top of local and state business happenings and issues.
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