Best Small Business Resources in the La Crosse Area

Description

The Coulee Region Business Center is a multi use facility offering office space, a commercial kitchen, 3D printing, and conference rooms. The center is a non profit organization where member companies share overhead costs and resources. As an incubator, the center also serves as a funding and knowledge hub, attracting investors and other entrepreneurs who share information about the local Eau Claire business environment.

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CouleeCO is an organization offering several programs that assist entrepreneurs in starting new companies. They offer a coworking space in downtown La Crosse, known as “The Gig,” a 9-week program for aspiring entrepreneurs called “Co.Starters,” and a mentorship program called “Co.Mentors.” Co.Starters is a national program that involves an experienced entrepreneur leading a small group new entrepreneurs through the basics of starting a business.

Description

The public library offers access to research databases and meeting rooms that may be of interest to entrepreneurs without a physical location. The library also offers computer skills development classes.

Restrictions

A library membership may be required to access some amenities.

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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.

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.