Professional Organizations and Resources

There are many professional organizations that can help you get started with a business here in Jacksonville. Visit their websites and discover which group would be the right fit for you and your business.

List of professional organizations

JaxChamber JaxChamber - a business advocacy organization that serves the needs of the Jacksonville business community.  IMPACTjax IMPACTjax - the young professionals program of the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce, and the premier venue for Jacksonville’s next generation of leaders to connect with each other and the community.
 
First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Our mission is to foster a vibrant multicultural community by encouraging sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community of the First Coast and beyond.
 
Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - The FSHCC's mission is to promote the economic advancement of the Florida Hispanic community, with a focus on economic and political empowerment, and public advocacy to improve the quality of life in the state of Florida.
 
First Coast African American Chamber of Commerce First Coast African American Chamber of Commerce - a coalition of  local businesses that supports  business and economic development in Northeast Florida. Asian American Chamber of Commerce, Jacksonville Asian American Chamber of Jacksonville - promotes multicultural awareness, opportunities and advancements, mutual cooperation and promotion of economic growth of Jacksonville and its surrounding communities.
Indo-US Chamber of Commerce of Northeast Florida Indo-US Chamber of Northeast Florida - a coalition of businesses representing various sectors of the economy in the Greater Jacksonville area that aims to support and enable success by improving the overall economic growth and quality of life for everyone in Northeast Florida. Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce of Northeast Florida Puerto Rico Chamber of Northeast Florida -  supports the development and growth of member businesses through initiatives that encourage and promote business and economic development.
United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Working towards bringing the issues and concerns of the nation’s almost 3 million Hispanic-owned businesses to the forefront of the national economic agenda.
 
Florida Virtual Entrepreneur Center  Florida Virtual Entrepreneur Center - A free web portal designed to connect entrepreneurs with business support organizations, programs and service providers who can support their new or growing business.
National Federation of Independent Business Offers live webinars to promote the success of small business as they advance into the mainstream marketplace. The NFIB also offers membership options that include discounted services and products while promoting and protecting the right of its members to own, operate and grow their businesses. Jacksonville Business Exchange Jacksonville Business Exchange - Focuses on helping like-minded professionals grow their network, generate quality leads, and maximize revenue. The Jacksonville Business Exchange has been created by local business leaders to address the reasons why people invest time and money in their business chamber or civic organization.
SmallBusiness (SmallBusiness)³ - Offers resourceful information on financing, training, and events for small businesses. It also offers a portal to view the Small Business Resource Magazine online. International Franchise Association  International Franchise Association - provides information on over 1,100 franchise opportunities detailed in over 100 different business format categories. If you’re considering buying a franchise, start your search at this site.
BPlans Bplans - Offers over 500 free business plan templates ranging across a variety of categories. In addition, it has helpful tools and know-how for managing your business. Bplans includes practical advice on planning, interactive tools and calculators, and a panel of experts who have answered thousands of questions regarding small businesses. Beaver Street Enterprise Center  Beaver Street Enterprise Center - serves a diverse mix of start-up and small business owners. With two modern buildings offering nearly 40,000 square feet of professional office space, the business incubator is a hub of entrepreneurial activity, partnering with community, civic and business leaders throughout the City of Jacksonville and North Florida.
Northside Business Leaders Northside Business Leaders - aims to continually improve the Jacksonville business environment and quality of life in Jacksonville, while serving the best interests of our members and the North Jacksonville community. Southside Business Men's Club  Southside Business Men's Club - Jacksonville's oldest business and civic organization. Founded in 1932.
Westside Business Leaders Association Westside Business Leaders Association - organized and incorporated in 1979, focused on making the Westside community better and building Westside businesses. Women Business Owners of North Florida Women Business Owners of North Florida - the premier women's entrepreneurial organization in North Florida, increasing recognition of women business owners and their successes and encouraging ownership by women in business.
 Startup America Partnership Startup America Partnership - provide valuable resources and connections to help young companies grow, support regional startup ecosystems throughout the country and recognize startups as the drivers of our economy and their founders as American heroes.
 
 Florida Get Your Business Online  Florida Get Your Business Online - Google and the state of Florida have teamed up to offer free websites to small businesses in Florida.
The partnership will help drive economic growth by giving Florida companies the tools and resources to establish a website, find new customers and grow, a written statement from Gov. Rick Scott’s office said.

Jax Small Biz Help

Jax Small Biz Help - JaxSmallBizHelp.org group represents government and non-profit organizations that assist small businesses with the resources they need to succeed. The JaxSmallBizHelp.org mission is to bring partners together to share information, to exchange ideas regarding small business issues and needs, to coordinate assistance activities, and to advocate on behalf of their small business members/clients.    

   

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