Welcome to the RISBDC

Get one-on-one no cost counseling for your new or established business.

Starting a Business

Want to get your business started on the right Start-Up Foundations? Unsure where to start as an entrepreneur? View a series of webinars offered by our business advisors.

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Training Webinars

Need some new strategies for your business? View our past webinars designed to help you get your business on track and accelerate your growth.

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One-on-One Counseling

At the heart of our services is free one-to-one confidential counseling for personalized support. Register today to hit the ground running.

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Virtual business advising with our expert business counselors is available at no cost. RISBDC clients, reach out to your advisor with questions or concerns. If you are not yet a client, you may register for counseling. Call us with questions at 401-874-7232.

What We Do

We provide RI small business owners with the services and expertise they need to succeed: no cost expert counseling, relevant training, and access to important resources. We support you and your business at every stage, from start-up through maturity. Meet with one of our experienced business counselors or register today for a workshop.

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Starting a business?

Our free no-cost or low cost seminars, led by counselors and business professionals, on popular topics related to starting and growing small businesses in Rhode Island, are geared towards new business owners and those in the pre-venture stage.

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Need help with your existing business?

No-cost, individual counseling can address financial planning, business plan development, market research, loan application development, branding, licensing and permits, and more.

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SUCCESS STORIES

FOGLIA Restaurant

Lawyer by day, vegan chef by night, Peter Carvelli is making a name for himself, developing a devoted following, hosting popular pop-up events, offering private catering, and doing short-term residencies featuring his elevated vegan cuisine.

Five Business Planning Tools Available Through an RISBDC Partnership

Preview five great tools integral to planning a new business, conducting marketing research before launch, and forming a business plan.
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Go Global: How to Expand into International Business

We articulate the benefits of selling abroad, and outline the initial steps towards this goal.
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Top 10 Growth Tips for Small Business

In a competitive small business environment, it’s not enough just to have a phenomenal product or service.
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