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Sound Business Advice Free
The Laughlin Chamber of Commerce - through a partnership with the Nevada Small Business Development Center (NSBDC) – is able to guide and assist entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses in today’s dynamic market. The NSBDC provides comprehensive business knowledge and expertise affording business owners the clarity to achieve the success they’ve envisioned.
The NSBDC is part of a nationwide program with over 1,000 SBDC offices. We are funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of Nevada, the University of Nevada, and other local partners in Nevada Communities for the purpose of promoting the community and economic development. Our counseling services are free to businesses and entrepreneurs. We also offer workshops, training courses and other services at low cost. In Laughlin the NSBDC is funded by the Chamber of Commerce with support from the Board of Directors.
We offer advice on the following topics
Starting a Business
· Business Feasibility
· Legal Structure Selection
· Licensing and Permitting
· Market Research
· Site Selection
· Business Plan Creation
· Funding and Raising Capital
· Franchising and Franchise Agreements
· Intellectual Property Protection
Managing a Business
· Valuing and Buying a Business
· Hiring Employees
· Legal and Tax Considerations
· Financial Management
· Risk Management
· Marketing, Advertising, and Sales
· Customer Service
Growing a Business
· Managing Cash Flow
· Strategic Planning
· Establishing Boards and Advisors
· International Trade
· Personnel Development
· Professional Referral Services
· Business Succession Planning
· Selling a Business
Education & Training
The Nevada Small Business Development Center offers and coordinates a wide range of workshops, seminars, and courses in cooperation with the public and private sector. Expert instruction ranges from introductory business management classes designed for start-up businesses to advanced presentations aimed at assisting established companies.
Laughlin Small Business Development Center
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