Small Business

If you’re interested in starting a business, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled all the basic information you’ll need to start a business. Be sure to check out one of our BizLaunch educational programs for hands on assistance on a variety of topics related to starting a small business. Stop by our BizLaunch center for one-on-one counseling or to take advantage of the variety of free resources and services offered to new entrepreneurs.     
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Business Tips

The latest pointers for success in small businesses featuring Arlington entrepeneurs. (All videos require Windows Media Player.)

Launching a Successful Email Marketing Campaign
with Suzanne McGrath, Owner, The Curious Grape       (3:11 minutes)

Short-term Leasing Programs
with Suzette Timme, General Manager, Fashion Center at Pentagon City       (3:39 minutes)

Business Networking
with Michelle Bouma, ABC Distributors, Inc.       (5:13 minutes)

Small Business News - Tuesday, July 8

SBA Launches Tax Savings Resource Center

SBA’s Patriot Express Loan Initiative Delivers $150 Million to Vets and Military Community

SBA Washington Metropolitan Area District Office Celebrates Small Business Accomplishments

Visit econ.news for more business news about Arlington and the Washington, D.C. area.


Upcoming Business Events

Common Practices, Promising Practices, and Best Practices in Board Governance - Jul 16, 2008

Grant Writing Practicum - Aug 18, 2008

Proposal Writing Basics - Sep 25, 2008

test event - Nov 11, 2009 - Nov 11, 2008

Click here for a complete listing of business-related events in Arlington and the greater Washington, D.C. area.
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