Best Small Business Resources in the Lawrence Area

Description

The greatest strength of the SBDC is their free, confidential, 1-on-1 business mentoring for anyone who seeks it. Sometimes in order to be considered for mentoring from one of their professional business advisors, you may have to attend a class/workshop or at least present your business plan. SBDC's are located all throughout the state and you should use the SBDC closest to your location if possible, but you can often transfer to a different location if they do not fit your needs.

Description

This accelerator is geared toward entrepreneurs in the biomedical or pharmaceutical industry. If you rent space in this facility, they will assist you in complying with regulatory industries, designing products, etc. They accept people at any stage in the process and their engineers are available to do contract work on a variety of topics.

Restrictions

Businesses with a biomedical device or service that are willing to rent space in the BMDK facility.

Description

Located on the campus of the University of Kansas, this organization provides lab and office space for entrepreneurs. One unique offering is the help of MBA students, who can assist your company with various projects (this is known as their Business Analyst Intern Program). The BTBC also has connections with the Medical & Life Sciences, Software & Hardware, and Energy & Chemicals departments at the university. They can assist startups by referring them to a vetted network of professional accountants, lawyers, etc.

Restrictions

Focuses on startups with the potential for high growth and jobs creation, typically in technology fields.

Description

Library computers are a great free source for online research databases. You can also access funding opportunities. The LPL offers workshops and training sessions on how to make the most of their business-friendly resources, or you can schedule a one-on-one appointment with a librarian who can walk you through the process. Aside from online databases, the library also offers print materials on a variety of small business topics and access to grant information.

Restrictions

You need a library card to check out any materials or access the online materials remotely.

Description

SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) is a leading, nation-wide organization that has assisted millions of entrepreneurs over its 50+ years of operation. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA that offers access to a network of experienced business leaders who donate time to mentor entrepreneurs and small business owners. They also host free or inexpensive workshops online and at 300 local chapters around the United States. Mentoring can be conducted either in person or remotely and is always free and confidential, no matter how often you take advantage of this service.