BETA-1 Amelia Island, FL http://www.beta-1.com BETA-1 is a privately funded emerging technology accelerator that helps entrepreneurial innovators translate their globally marketable concepts into commercially viable ventures. BETA-1 equips emerging technology innovators with critical entrepreneurial resources, including an appropriate operating environment, 21st Century technical and communications services, relevant and proactive business mentoring, and timely capital assistance.
Bay County Small Business Incubator 2500 Minnesota Ave Lynn Haven, FL 32444 Direct: (850)271-1107 bscbi@knology.net http://www.nfci.org The Bay County Small Business Incubator (BCSBI) is a non-profit small business incubator program established with a mission to give new and existing service and light manufacturing businesses the training and tools to become successful.
Central Florida Community Development Corporation 847 Orange Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Toll Free: (877)258-7520 Direct: (386)258-7520 Fax: (386)238-3428 http://www.cfcdc.com Central Florida Community Development Corporation (CFCDC) is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) community based organization founded and incorporated in 1982. CFCDC’s mission is to provide affordable housing opportunities, stimulate investment in stagnant or declining communities, and improve the quality of life for low to moderate income persons. We believe that our mission is best achieved by partnering with community stakeholders which includes neighborhood residents, public services providers, local, state and federal government and local businesses.
Florida AT Project Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology 325 John Knox Road, Building 400, Suite 402 Tallahassee, FL 32303-4151 Toll Free: (888)788-9216 Direct: (850)487-3278 Fax: (850)487-2805 faast@faast.org http://faast.org To provide assistive technology products and services which will enable persons with disabilities to participate in independent living, education, work and recreation from birth to death.
Florida Association for Microenterprise 6260 North Ocean Boulevard Ocean Ridge, FL 33435 Direct: (561)742-1234 Fax: (561)733-4461 drlynna@aol.com
Florida Business Guide 5125 Adanson Street Suite 500 Orlando, FL 32804 Direct: (407)629-4811 info@stateofflorida.com http://www.floridabusinessguide.com (Guide available for purchase) Whether you’re starting or operating a business in Florida, you will need to make sure all state and local business registration requirements have been met. This 75 page publication includes information for registering with the appropriate state regulatory authorities, contacting the Florida Department of Revenue to obtain the required tax information, and applying for occupational licenses. The Florida Business Guide, published by State of Florida.com, provides a more detailed list of Florida business requirements, along with step-by-step instructions for correctly registering your business.
Florida Community Loan Fund 501 N. Magnolia Ave., Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32801-1364 Toll Free: (888)578-2030 Direct: (407)246-0846 Fax: (407)246-0856 http://fclf.org The Loan Fund delivers capital to Florida non-profit organizations that engage in community development. Its capital supports essential social change and helps finance the community solutions that make people and communities stronger.
Florida Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities Able Trust/Florida’s Governor’s Alliance 106 East College Avenue, Suite 820 Tallahassee, FL 32301 Toll Free: (888)838-ABLE Direct: (850)224-4493 TTY: (850)224-4493 Fax: (850)224-4496 info@abletrust.org http://www.abletrust.org The primary purpose of the Governor’s Committee is to carry on a continuing program to promote the employment and rehabilitation of persons who have disabilities by creating statewide interest in the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities and by advocating for a comprehensive statewide system for access to assistive technology and by obtaining and maintaining cooperation with public and private groups and individuals in this field.
Florida Small Business Florida Trend Magazine 490 First Ave. S., 8th Floor St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Direct: (727)821-5800 Fax: (727)822-5083 http://www.floridatrend.com/small_biz.asp The Florida Trend guide to starting and growing a small business, Florida Small Business, offers no-nonsense, get-to-the-point articles. You’ll find how-to directions, sound ideas and small business success stories to help you operate effectively and profitably.
Florida Small Business Development Center Network 401 E. Chase St Suite 100 Pensacola, FL 32502 Toll Free: (866)737-7232 Direct: (850)473-7800 Fax: (850)473-7813 http://www.floridasbdc.com The Florida Small Business Development Center Network (FSBDCN) is a statewide economic development partnership between higher education and other stakeholder organizations dedicated to providing entrepreneurs and established businesses with the assistance needed to start, grow and succeed, contributing to the Florida economy.
Florida Small Business Resource Page Florida Incorporators, Inc. 1221 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900 Miami, FL 33131-3234 Direct: (305)661-8503 Fax: (305)661-8621 flacorps@icanect.net http://members.aol.com/flacorps/flsmlbiz.htm Links to Florida small business resources.
Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce 3 Independent Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202 Direct: (904)366-6600 Fax: (904)632-0617 info@jacksonvillechamber.org http://www.myjaxchamber.com The Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce is a business advocacy organization and exists to serve the needs of its members. Our Chamber is the business membership organization of influence whose actions contribute to responsible economic growth and a better quality of life for all people on the First Coast. We lead regional economic development by supporting the growth of area businesses, helping to attract and establish new businesses and fostering a healthy and inclusive business environment. Moreover, we improve quality of life through responsible, sustained leadership on community and regional issues of relevance to our members.
Lee County Economic Development Office 12800 University Drive, Suite 300 Fort Myers, FL 33907 Toll Free: (800)330-3161 Direct: (239)338-3161 Fax: (239)338-3227 edo@leegov.com http://leecountybusiness.com The Economic Development Office is a Lee County government department that works to bring new companies to the area and help existing businesses grow and expand. Our mission is to promote broad-based prosperity by providing a range of services that help create and retain high skill, high wage jobs. This Website provides information about our vibrant community and our business assistance programs.
Miami-Dade County Department of Small Business Development Stephen P. Clark Center 111 N.W. 1st Street 19th Floor Miami, FL 33128-1900 Direct: (305)375-3111 Fax: (305)375-3160 sbdmail@miamidade.gov http://www.miamidade.gov/sba/home.asp The Miami-Dade County Department of Small Business Development (SBD) works to increase the participation of small businesses on County contracts. The department coordinates and implements various small business programs to provide business opportunities and technical assistance to aid these firms in their growth and contribution to South Florida’s economy.
Partners for Self-Employment 3000 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 102A Miami, FL 33137 Direct: (305)438-1407 Fax: (305)438-1411 info@partnersforselfemployment.com http://www.partnersforselfemployment.com Founded in 1993, Partners for Self-Employment, Inc., previously referred to as Micro-Business, USA is a Miami-based, private non-profit 501 C 3 tax-exempt Florida Corporation, whose mission is to support the accumulation of assets and the financial self-sufficiency of low-income families by providing opportunities to make, borrow, save, and manage money.
BETA-1 is a privately funded emerging technology accelerator that helps entrepreneurial innovators translate their globally marketable concepts into commercially viable ventures. BETA-1 equips emerging technology innovators with critical entrepreneurial resources, including an appropriate operating environment, 21st Century technical and communications services, relevant and proactive business mentoring, and timely capital assistance.
