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.

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. Explore More

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 
 
Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.

Over its first 13 years in operation, East Greenwich venture Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc. is a successful small business, experiencing moderate growth.
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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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