Business Development Resource Center

• Business Coaching

                       Association of Small Business Development Centers  

                       Association of Women’s Business Centers

• Chamber of Commerce

• Financing Options

• Insurance

• Healthcare Providers

• Marketing Support

• Real Estate Support

Business Coaching - Located across America, the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) and the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC) assist business owners with strategic planning, developing business plans, the preparation of  SBA loan applications and much more.  In most cases their services are free.  These centers are a vital resource in helping you start and grow your business.

For ASBDC details and your nearest center location click here.

http://www.franfit.com/aboutasbdc.html

For AWBC details and your nearest center location click here.

http://www.franfit.com/aboutawbc.html  

Chamber of Commerce – Membership in your local Chamber can provide vital support to your business.  It represents its members in the political arena by taking action.  It is not only an opportunity to network with other business owners to share information and to form business relationships.  The Chamber can also provide valuable information and assistance in starting and developing your business.  For contact information for your local chamber of commerce Click Here. 

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce provides a wealth of information that will help you start, develop and manage your business.  For information on valuable support provided by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Click Here.

Financing Assistance – This section discusses several ways to finance your business and identifies lenders who may assist you.  Click Here.

Insurance and Healthcare Providers – A key aspect for you and your employees is covered in this section.  Click Here.

Marketing Support – A quality marketing program is a critical aspect of your business development strategy.  You will not attract customers if you don’t invite them.  Click Here

Real Estate - You may already know that when Conrad Hilton was asked what is the key to the success of Hilton Hotels, his response was:  “Location, Location, Location.”  Here you will find resources to help find a location for your business.  Specific guidelines will also be provided by your franchisor.   Click Here