The Small Business Development Center at Oregon Coast Community College can provide you information regarding courses available for small business owners. Additionally, the services of the Small Business Development Center are very beneficial to anyone starting a new business. The Office of Minority, Women and Emerging Small Business Certification is responsible for the certification of disadvantaged business enterprises, minority and women business enterprises, and emerging small businesses.
Certification enables firms to participate in targeted government contracting opportunities.
It offers training and support focused on developing entrepreneurship in Native American communities. It also provides business owners with technical assistance in completing marketing plans and sponsors various services for Indian businesses. The libraries in Lincoln County have a number of helpful publications on business plans, trade associations, startup activities, sources of supplies, record keeping, and other information that you will find helpful.