(This web page is for informational purposes only. Please contact individual organizations listed for detailed information and other eligibility requirements.)

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Export Assistance Center  - This U.S. Department of Commerce program assists companies in international trade development. They offer counseling on international trade, market research, government regulation information and financing opportunities. Contact the Jacksonville Export Assistance Center at (904) 232-1270 or visit them on the web.

First Coast African-American Chamber of Commerce - Works in conjunction with other local minority development organizations to help provide any technical and managerial assistance. http://www.fcaacc.org/

Florida Manufacturing Extension Partnership - Florida MEP is a non-profit service available to every manufacturer to help them compete more effectively in the global marketplace. Improved efficiency, elimination of waste, international certifications, integration into global supply chains and networking Florida businesses with the resources they need to become more profitable and increased sales are among the benefits of working with the Florida MEP. http://www.floridamep.org/ .

Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce Small Business Center - Provides counseling, assistance and workshops in the following areas:  research for starting your business, access to capital and selection of business locations and expansion. http://www.myjaxchamber.com/general.asp?id=244

Jacksonville Women's Business Center - Training, mentoring, consulting, networking women-owned businesses in all stages of development. http://www.myjaxchamber.com/general.asp?id=334 

SCORE - Offers confidential, one-on-one counseling by one of 40 local volunteers dedicated to helping to start and grow small businesses.  Practical advice offered by retired business owners or managers with expertise in various industries. http://www.score.org/  

Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP) - Technical assistance to Florida businesses at no cost. The program provides applied technology facilities and expertise to the Florida business community. For more information call them at (321) 269-6330 or go to www.spacetechsolutions.com 

Technology Research and Development Authority (TRDA) - Delivers successful and cost-effective transfer of cutting edge technologies to small businesses throughout Florida. TRDA has strategic alliances with NASA, the federal government, the aerospace industry and state partners. TRDA administers the SATOP and H-1B Advanced Manufacturing Training Grant, as well as, promote the commercialization of NASA technologies and advanced energy-related technologies . http://www.trda.org

UNF Small Business Development Center - Sponsors workshops on business start-up basics, a HELP desk and a business library for potential business owners.  Certified business analysts meet with business owners at no charge to provide a confidential sounding board and can connect clients with helpful resources, provides management assistance with financial analysis, market analysis, business planning, management audits and more. http://www.sbdc.unf.edu/ 

U.S. Small Business Administration - Provides new and established business owners with financial management, technical and procurement assistance.  The SBA is a federal agency established to aid, counsel and assist and protect the interest of small business and strengthen the overall economy of the nation. http://www.sba.gov/