Central online resource to help the region's creatives in business thrive and connect with each other - and with patrons, audiences and cultural leaders across all fields. ArtsHub is an ever-evolving idea designed to highlight and bring together the amazing artists, organizations, and events that are happening within the creative communities of Western Massachusetts. https://www.artshubwma.org/
BusinessWest is the region’s most respected business publication. Since its founding, the magazine has featured timely, informative, entertaining articles that essentially turn a mirror to the region’s business community, the people and institutions that define it, and the issues confronting it. This includes the BusinessTalk podcast hosted by George O’Brien and their social media platforms. Check them out on Facebook: @BusinessWest413, on Instagram @BusinessWest_HCNews413, or www.businesswest.com
CISA is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization. We began this work over 30 years ago, and thousands of people in our region have contributed to our success and impact. More than 250 farms participate in our programs, and the number of residents who are committed to supporting local agriculture grows every day. Our Be a Local Hero, Buy Locally Grown® program, the longest-running agricultural buy-local campaign in the country, connects farmers and the community, improving farm business viability and enhancing the quality of life for residents across the region. https://www.buylocalfood.org/
We are a help organization that provides up-to-date, comprehensive, accurate, and accessible online information about payday loans, their terms requirements, and laws for each US state.
Our commitment extends to compiling information exclusively from official government sources, ensuring the data you receive is both trustworthy and corresponds with today's legislation of a certain location. http://www.common-capital.org/
Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) is a nonprofit organization that partners with communities nationwide to help under-represented individuals successfully start and grow a business through intensive business training, mentorship and an extended professional support network.
Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) accelerates economic and social impact in communities nationwide through inclusive entrepreneurship.
The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce and Regional Tourism Council is a membership organization dedicated to strengthening and sustaining economic and civic vitality in our region. the Chamber is a private organization funded primarily by annual investments made by member businesses. A volunteer board of directors governs the Chamber, an organization of business leaders who work to improve their community and the area’s business climate. https://franklincc.org/
Located in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and serving western and central Massachusetts, the Franklin County Community Development Corporation (FCCDC) is an economic development nonprofit providing, and commercial office and manufacturing space. Our purpose is to stimulate a more vital rural economy, to maximize community control over our future economic destiny, and to expand opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents. https://www.fccdc.org/
Inc413 is a business support organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and small businesses in Western Massachusetts navigate resource challenges, foster community connections, and achieve growth. By providing access to local resources, practical tools, and networking opportunities, Inc413 aims to create an inclusive ecosystem where all entrepreneurs can thrive. Their services include assistance with business formation, funding discovery, curated workshops, and expert advice, primarily serving small businesses, family-owned enterprises, and startups. Through community collaboration, Inc413 seeks to strengthen the local business landscape and contribute to the overall prosperity of the region.
https://inc413.com/
We provide networking opportunities, educational resources, and access to financing resources to help businesses succeed. We also work closely with town/city leaders and media companies to promote the benefits of shopping locally and supporting small businesses.
https://www.livinglocal413.
The Massachusetts Small Business Development Center's Western Regional Office provides free and confidential one-to-one business advising to prospective and existing small businesses. Services are available to Massachusetts start-ups and existing businesses located in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties. Areas of assistance include business plan development, pre-venture feasibility, conventional and non-conventional financing, cash flow analysis, organizational and personnel issues and marketing. http://www.msbdc.org/wmass/
The MLCC’s mission is to develop, promote and protect Latino businesses and communities in Massachusetts. It supports the advancement of education and economic growth of Latino businesses & community and works closely with profit and non-profit businesses & organizations, local and state Chambers of Commerce, and the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. www.masslatinochamber.com
The mission of MassHire BizWorks is to provide services throughout the business cycle. Businesses can improve their performance and have most of their business needs met by working with us.
MassHire BizWorks simplifies and coordinates efforts among state agencies and federal resources for businesses. Businesses can have a single point of contact to take advantage of these resources. It eases the burden of contacting multiple government agencies. https://www.mass.gov/orgs/
The region’s policy-making authority in developing workforce skills. In partnership with government, business, labor, education and community-based organizations, the FHWB coordinates and oversees the region’s publicly funded workforce training and placement programs, including the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center and the School-to-Career/Connecting Activities program. FHWB also serves as a clearinghouse for labor market information and hiring/training incentives. The Board’s goal is to contribute to the economic health and growth of the region by creating an effective workforce development system that is responsive to job seekers and employers alike. https://www.masshirefhwb.org/
MassVentures is a venture development firm at its core with an emphasis on academic spinouts and building diverse teams that convert research and early-stage ideas into companies serving underserved areas in the Commonwealth.
By providing not only financial resources but also strategic direction, operational support, and access to a network of experts, MassVentures provides portfolio companies a greater chance of success. https://www.mass-ventures.com/
SBA provides a number of financial assistance programs for small businesses that have been specifically designed to meet key financing needs, including debt financing, surety bonds, and equity financing. The programs are many and varied, and the qualifications for each are specific. SBA can help facilitate a loan for you with a third party lender, guarantee a bond, or help you find venture capital. https://www.sba.gov, District office - https://www.sba.gov/district/massachusetts,
VVM is a nonprofit organization based in Springfield that provides key support to the entrepreneurial ecosystem through its Mentorship and Accelerator programs. VVM offers three monthly Mentorship Meetings: 1st Thursday in Greenfield, 2nd Wednesday in Springfield, and 3rd Tuesday in Springfield. http://www.valleyventurementors.org/
The EDC is a full-service organization that provides support for companies (and their representatives) that have, or are considering, investments in our region in the areas of, Real Estate Searches, Workforce, Manufacturing Supply Chain, Data and Demographics, Incentives and Financing, New Market Opportunities, Service Providers, Academic and R&D connections, and Visitation Programs http://www.westernmassedc.com/
The Western Massachusetts chapter of SCORE provides FREE, confidential counseling to small business entrepreneurs at six locations in Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, and Berkshire counties. SCORE, the nation’s largest volunteer business counseling service, is a nonprofit association dedicated to help those in business, about to start one, or just thinking about it. SCORE chapters provide Free Mentoring to small business owners and startups, and modestly priced local workshops as well. https://westernmassachusetts.score.org/
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