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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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Presentations from the 6th Annual Small Business Conference, "Opportunities in Crisis: Building You Business in Challenging Times" presented by BizLaunch on May 21, 2009, are now available -- CLICK HERE. This valuable conference presented information from local, state and federal representatives about how businesses can benefit from stimulus dollars available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

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 - Monday, February 8

Recovery Act Changes to SBA Loan Programs Sparked Major Mid-Year Turn-Around in Volume

Recovery Act Gives SBA Tools to Boost Small Businesses

Effective Federal Income Tax Rate Faced By Small Businesses Varies By Legal Form Of Organization

Recovery Act More Than Doubles Surety Bond Guarantee Ceiling for Small Businesses

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


Upcoming Business Events

Writing a Successful Business Plan - Feb 9, 2010

Doing the Difficult Work: Effectively Making Changes in Your Organization - Feb 17, 2010

Como obtener más clientes para su negocio - Feb 17, 2010

Get Clients Now - Feb 17, 2010

Savvy Use of Social Media for Business Owners - Feb 18, 2010

Complete listing of business-related events in Arlington and the greater Washington, D.C. area




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