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505 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin, Texas 78704
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Main Phone: 512.974.7800
Fax: 512.974.7740
BSC Phone: 512.974.7786

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The Small Business Development Program (SBDP) fosters job creation and supports the growth of new and existing businesses by providing capacity building information, tools and resources.

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Austin area women entrepreneurs are invited to kick up their heels at this celebration of women's entrepreneurial spirit. Please join us in recognizing the contribution of local women business owners, and come prepared to network with other female business owners. Our panelists will share their insights and experiences in achieving entrepreneurial success.

  • Lolis Garcia-Baab: Moderator

  • Renia Harris: Owner, HCS Salon and Spa

  • Becky Nichols: Owner, A Trip to Bountiful

September 19 | Green Pastures | 11:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. | $25 | Register


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BizAid Business
Start-Up Orientation

This is a great free opportunity to meet with business professionals who can provide you with basic information and guidance to ensure your new small business can soar. The material covers: Personal Preparation, Research and Focus, Determining Structure, Building a Business Plan, and Execution.

For class description and registration information, click here.


BizAid Education:
Accessing Capital
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Whether you're thinking of starting a new business, or seeking to expand your current business, the number one need of small business owners is access to capital. This class talks about the different kinds of lenders, the steps you need to take while applying for a loan, and what you can do to have the best chance of getting a loan. When you're successful in obtaining the loan, learn how to manage the debt effectively. Finally, discover how credit issues impact a small business through taking a course in Credit Management.


Meet the Lender 2008: Great success!

With over 35 exhibitors showing up to Palmer Events Center on August 5th, 400+ attendees came to find out what financial options there are for their small business.


Check out our new commercial!



Click here for a list of the
business owners included in this commercial.


These are two of our most popular resources. Take a look at the Gold Pages online database, or download the SilverPages directory today!

silverpages

A Networking Resource Guide
for Small Businesses

Gold Pages

A directory containing information about services available through other organizations.


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