Whatever your reasons for wanting to be an entrepreneur, perhaps these resources could help get you started. The Small Business Administration is an independent agency of the federal government with the sole purpose of assisting small businesses start, grow, and prosper. They have a district office in downtown Portland.
Entrepreneurs belonging to ethnic and cultural minority groups are a special focus of the program.
Many MBA Programs now have special departments focusing on entrepreneurship. This might be a good source for young, energetic, business-minded future partners to help you materialize your technical idea. Perhaps someone there has a healthcare company they want to start, and they need a Medical Informatician. Check out the web sites of some Oregon MBA Entrepreneur Programs. Last updated April 28, 2000.