Helpful Links, Webinars, Articles, and Resources on everything Small Business. Working together with the Cape May County BizHub we are proud to present the GWCOC Business Tool Kit.
CMCbizHub.com
- The Cape May County BizHub provides FREE local One-on-One Small Business Consultations
- Free Local Seminars: CMCbizhub.com/news-events
- Resources: cmcbizhub.com/resources
- Workforce Development Opportunities
- Credit & Non-Credit Business Courses, & Professional Certifications
- Free General Market Research Resources, Office Space, Lending Library
NJSBDC.com
- Free Consultations, Webinars, Events, Templates, and Guides
SCORE.org
- Free Consultations, Recorded Webinars, and Templates
SBA.gov
- Loan options, General Small Business Support, Templates, and Articles
Business.NJ.gov
- Guides to Plan, Start, Operate, and Grow a business in NJ
NJEDA.gov
- Grants, Loan Options
Writing a Business Plan
Writing a successful business plan starts with research and a solid template but is typically best supported with help. Engage the Cape May County bizHub, NJSBDC, or SCORE to work one on one for FREE with a business coach or mentor.
SBA Article: Write your Business Plan
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/write-your-business-plan
Business Plan and Financial Templates from SCORE:
https://www.score.org/resource/template/business-plan-template-a-startup-business
Starting & Registering a Small Business
Step By step instructions for Planning, Starting, Operating, and Growing your business in NJ.
NJ Business Action Center (NJ BAC) Starting a New Business Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/nj-new-business-checklist.pdf
NJ BAC Auto Body Repair Checklist
https://business.nj.gov/starter-kits/auto-body-repair
NJ BAC Catering and Restaurant Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/catering-and-restaurant-2019-09-R1.pdf
NJ BAC Food Truck Check List
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/food-truck-2019-09-R1.pdf
NJ BAC Home Improvement Contractor Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/home-improvement-contractor-2019-09-R1.pdf
Funding Your Business
SBA Funding Guide:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/fund-your-business
SCORE Article: Step By Step Small Business Loans:
https://www.score.org/event/how-get-small-business-loan-step-step-guide
SCORE Funding Webinar: Access Capital:
https://www.score.org/event/access-capital-101-funding-options-start-and-grow-your-business
Self-Funding/Crowd Funding SCORE Webinars:
How to start a business without access to capital -
https://www.score.org/event/how-start-a-business-without-access-capital
Business Loans
Commercial Loans: Typically require 2-3 years of tax returns showing profitable operations. These types of loans are harder to qualify for but usually have better terms and rates. Contact GWCOC at 609-729-4000 and we will be happy to put you in contact with our Chamber Members.
SBA Loans: Loans for startups, buying real Estate, or Business Expansion
SBA 7A Loans: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/7a-loans
SBA 504 Loans: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/504-loans
SCORE SBA Loans Webinar:
https://www.score.org/event/sba-funding-programs-explained
Micro Loans: Loans Typically under $50K, startups qualify
CBAC & RBAC are some of the local not for profit microloan lenders that provide loans under $50,000 to small businesses and startups:
Women Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Women owned Businesses.
Insurance
SBA Guide to Business Insurance
SCORE Articles on Business Insurance
- https://www.score.org/resource/blog-post/what-insurance-best-a-small-business
- https://www.score.org/resource/article/risk-insurance-what-every-business-owner-should-know
SCORE Webinar on Small Business Insurance
Grants For Small Businesses
NJ Grants and financing assistance programs:
https://business.nj.gov/funding
The NJ Economic Development Authority (NJEDA):
- The Small Business Lease Grant
- Small Business Improvement Grant Program
- Ecommerce Support Program
https://www.njeda.gov/financing-and-incentives/
USDA.gov
- Rural Business Enterprise Grant
- Rural Development Loan & Grant Assistance
- Beginner Farmers and Ranchers
https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services
SCORE Grant Webinars:
How to get a small business grant:
https://www.score.org/resource/blog-post/how-get-a-small-business-grant
How to find grant opportunities:
https://www.score.org/event/how-find-grant-opportunities-your-small-business
Minority Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Black and Hispanic Owned Businesses.
Marketing
SBA Marketing Guide
SCORE Marketing and Sales Templates
Taxes and Accounting
SBA Guides:
Opening a business bank account:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/open-business-bank-account
Manage and pay business taxes:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/
Manage your business finances:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/manage-your-finances
IRS Small Business Tax Workshop
https://www.irsvideos.gov/Business/SBTW
SCORE Tax & Accounting Articles & Webinars:
Accounting For Your Business:
https://www.score.org/topics/accounting-finance
Year-End Tax Planning:
https://www.score.org/event/year-end-tax-planning-your-business-2023
Bookkeeping Basics:
https://www.score.org/event/business-bookkeeping-basics
Small Business Tax Questions:
https://www.score.org/event/small-business-tax-questions-ask-cpa-2023
Veteran/Disabled Veteran Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Veteran Owned Businesses.
New Jersey Small Business Manual
Educational Opportunities available to Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce Members and Businesses in Cape May County.
Atlantic Cape Community College
For a complete list of classes currently available, please visit:
Cape May County biz-Hub
For a complete list of classes currently available, please visit:
Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce
Certified Pool Operator Class
April 16 & 17, 2024
Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce Office - 3306 Pacific Avenue Wildwood, NJ 08260
Pre-Registration required. Class limited to 25 people.
Cost $350 per person.
Visit: http://gwcoc.org or call 609-729-4000
