View this Youtube video on a recent Government Procurement Fair
held in Memphis by Representative Steve Cohen
which provides much valuable information about doing business with the federal government
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Inspiring creativity in the American economy by developing and supporting entrepreneurs through a vast network of resource partners.
SBA Online Women’s Business Center
OWBO promotes the growth of women-owned businesses through programs that address business training and technical assistance, and provide access to credit and capital, federal contracts, and international trade opportunities
FirstGov.gov
Powerful search engine and ever-growing collection of topical and customer-focused links connects you to millions of web pages – from the federal government, local and tribal governments and to foreign nations around the world.
SBA Training including Business Plan Preparation
The Small Business Training Network is a virtual campus housing free training courses, workshops and knowledge resources designed to assist entrepreneurs and other students of enterprise.
Microsoft Office Template Gallery
Excellent free template for use with Microsoft Word for preparation of a business plan. Also lists other templates of interest. Type “business plan” in search window.
Business Filings Incorporated
Online filing for incorporation. Keep in mind that in Tennessee S-Corps are currently more frequent than LLC’s. You need a good business attorney who balances tax and liability issues in deciding form of ownership.
State of Tennessee
State of Tennessee Business Name, Business Charter, State Tax ID Number, and Unemployment Insurance Number......for new businesses. Remember you may still need a Shelby County Business License and Federal Tax ID.
Superpages.com
Excellent tutorial on the Internet, especially Tutorial 103 on How to Market Your Business Online. Can also request excellent free brochure by Verizon and SCORE.
