Findings from Women Roundtables
SBA, in partnership with NLBWA-LA and a select coalition of business organizations have produced the "Regional Roundtables Focused on Women-owned Businesses" -- here are the findings.
Accion USA Small Business Loans
to give people the financial tools they need: microloans, business training and other financial services to work their way out of poverty.
BizFed
The Los Angeles County Business Federation charter is to effectively mobilize the collective - and cooperative - voice and volume of all the existing advocacy organizations, trade groups and economic development organizations, representing tens of thousands of businesses across every corner of our County, on business and policy issues that affect the economic vitality and quality of life in our county and its cities.
Business Utility Zone Gateway (BuzGate)
The site has a section devoted to supporting women's efforts in starting, growing and succeeding in business. They offer free online tools and a virtual business incubator.
CalGOLD
CalGOLD database provides links and contact information that direct you to agencies that administer and issue business permits, licenses and registration requirements from all levels of government.
California: Women's Economic Ventures Small Business Loan Fund
Low interest business loans available to women-owned businesses in Santa Barbara or Ventura County that are unable to meet traditional bank lending criteria.
Center for Women's Business Research
Provides knowledge that can help you design and deliver programs of value to women business owners.
ChooseWhat has a business checklist on its front page that gives the 22 main steps to starting your own business. It's a good combination of simplicity and thoroughness! Detailed articles give people more information if they want to learn more and really dive into the subjects they're most interested in.
Counselors to America's Small Business (SCORE)
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Count Me In
Count Me In champions the cause of women's economic independence by providing access to business loans, consultation and education.
Digital Women
Digital Women is an international online community for women who are looking for a place to gather free resources, business tips, home business ideas, and a place to network.
