See Onvia's in-depth review of the BusinessLINC Web site. Visitors to the AMA site can find out about seminars in their area, read the results of the association's research studies and learn about AMA books. The American Small Businesses Association, which represents more than 50,000 business owners, says it is the only organization solely focused on advocating the interest of businesses with fewer than 10 employees.
Members have access to discounted health plans and other benefits.
This organization helps disabled entrepreneurs and professionals maximize their potential in the business world. Services available to members include aid with market research and financial assistance packaging. Visitors can read a bimonthly newsletter, check on current small-business legislation in Congress, and order the First Step Software Series, which was created in collaboration with the SBA to help businesses apply for loans, manage their finances and write business plans. With 600,000 members, the NFIB is the country's largest advocacy organization advancing the concerns of small-business in state and federal government. Since 1937, this nonpartisan advocacy group has worked to keep small-business owners in touch with the legislative and regulatory issues that affect them.