This section of the website is intended to be a clearinghouse for groups and individuals engaged in economic development of some fashion in the County. Below is a series of links to resources to help with business development, recruitment, financing, resources and other similar tools.
Sources of Business Advice and Guidance
Minnesota SCORE Connect to the Minnesota chapter of the Service Corps of Retired Executives.
U.S. Small Business Administration The Federal agency charged with providing assistance of various kinds to small businesses.
Small Business Development Center Connect through DEED to the Central Minnesota SBDC, sevring this region out of Brainerd with advice and consultation on business start ups and growth.
LegalCORPS Volunteer attorneys willing to help small businesses with legal assistance.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development DEED offers a multiplicity of resources to assist both businesses directly and those counties or communities engaged in economic development.
Minnesota Secretary of State Where you can apply to become a business chartered in Minnesota.
St. Thomas Schulze School of Entrepreneurship Resources at St. Thomas for business startups and innovators.
Procurement Technical Assistance Center Resources for Minnesota businesses looking to contract with or sell to the Federal government.
WomenVenture Resources for women in business ownership and management.
The Initiative Foundation The Initiative Foundation in Little Falls is a great source, both for business assistance and for financing.
Enterprise Minnesota Source of business consulting and advice with a particular focus on manufacturing.