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As part of the Chamber's mission, we can provide you with an abundance of business resources to get you on the pathway to success. Whether you are just starting a business or are expanding your already thriving company, our small business counselors and seminars are available to all Chamber members who are looking for assistance, guidance, or just want to discuss their business plan with a professional. Small Business Advisory Team (SBAT) As part of the Small Business Committee at the Chamber, the SBAT consists of professionals who provide members with five free hours of assistance with business related issues including accounting, real estate, marketing, legal, human resources, safety & health and much more. (Note: total meeting time per Chamber member is not to exceed five hours per year from July-June.) Services provided include one-on-one mentoring, group consultation or team mentoring. To schedule an appointment click here. For more information, contact Dolores McCabe (doloresm@delcochamber.org) at 610-565-3677 ext. 113. SCORE SCORE, sponsored by the Small Business Administration (SBA), is a volunteer group of retired and active business men and women who have had or currently maintain a successful career as an executive and entrepreneur. They offer free business counseling in which they share their knowledge and experience with anyone thinking of starting, expanding or maintaining a small business. SCORE Counselors have various business backgrounds ranging from manufacturing to retail and services. Your particular area of interest can be matched to a counselor from any one of the seventy fields of expertise. SCORE can help you evaluate your business opportunities, establish realistic profit goals, devise more effective marketing and get your expenses under control. SCORE appointments are completely free & confidential and are available in the Chamber's Media office every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. To meet with a SCORE counselor call 610-344-6910. Small Business Administration (SBA) The SBA offers a wide variety of business programs and services including lending, training, and government contracting opportunities. On site appointments are available four times a year at the Chamber. Check the Chamber's calendar of events for the next scheduled date. For more information, contact John Fleming (john.fleming@sba.gov) at 215-580-2718. SBDC Widener University Small Business Development Center is one of 18 centers in Pennsylvania and is an accredited affiliate of the national network of Small Business Development Centers. Their team of professional consultants works confidentially with entrepreneurs in Delaware County to help their businesses maintain a competitive edge. SBDC consulting services are offered free of charge and your information is always confidential. You'll not only save money on hiring high-priced professional experts, you'll also find ways to increase revenues and boost your bottom line. SBDC offer consulting services across a wide range of business areas. Delaware County Library System Visit DCLS member libraries for free online journals, census info and more. The ReferenceUSA database lists information on US businesses including geographic criteria, private or public, zip codes, industry codes, yellow-page headings, names and number of employees. Users can access EDGAR reports for public companies. Whether you are starting your business, seeking new customers, looking to expand your company or need to do research about your industry, the library has all the information you need. A library card is required for home access. Get our How to Start a Business packet and check our calendar of events for upcoming seminars!  |
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 Chamber Newsletter: Business Connections UPCOMING EVENTS 5/13/2008 Tuesday 6:00 PM Business Planning Seminar I: Business Concepts 5/14/2008 Wednesday 3:00 PM New Member Reception 5/14/2008 Wednesday 5:00 PM Business After Hours @ Hedgerow Theatre 5/14/2008 Wednesday 6:00 PM Excel I & II IN THE NEWS 4/24/2008 Thursday Delco Chamber of Commerce awards small businesses for their hard work 4/24/2008 Thursday Philly Mayor Nutter talks business with the Delco Chamber 4/24/2008 Thursday Times Staffer, Kathleen Carey is Journalist of the Year  |
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