Do you have a great idea for opening your own business?  These resources can help you develop your idea, create a business plan, find what licenses and certifications you may need, learn how to set up accounts, search for appropriate finances, and much more. 

Biz Hub Network
124 E. Independence Blvd.
Rm. 203
Charlotte, NC 
704-330-OPEN (6736)
www.bizhub.org

Chamber of Commerce

www.bizlink.org 

www.ideacafe.com 

Central Piedmont Small Business Center  704-330-4651

Small Business & Technology Development Center www.sbtdc.org  704-548-1090

Small Business Administration

First Gov

SCORE  704-344-6576

Self-Help Credit Union  704-376-6778

Metrolina Minority Contractors' Association 704-332-9383 http://www.mmcaofcharlotte.com/

Metrolina Entrepreneurial Council  www.mec.org

City of Charlotte Business Assistant

National Association of the Self-Employed-Linda Gaddy
704-579-3477

Count-Me-In  (small business loans for women)

Support Groups-Lifeworks