Resources For Small Businesses
What help do you need to start or grow your business?
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You are bound to have a ton of questions about starting your business, so start getting some of them answered by contacting one of the following business assistance programs:
Learn the basics about getting your business started by taking this free 12-week online course that includes mentors and peer accountability groups to learn how to validate your business idea, find customers, market your business and build a successful business model. Apply Now
1Berkshire Technical Assistance Program
Get access to free one-on-one consultations when you enroll in one of their upcoming free business trainings. Enroll Now
Massachusetts Small Business Development Center
Get no-cost and confidential one-to-one business advice on financing and loan assistance as well as strategic, marketing, and operational analysis. Request Advising
Free monthly trainings on a wide range of business topics from sales to marketing to tech to hiring and much more are also offered. View Upcoming Schedule
Get free expert help from a seasoned business professional, whether you are just starting, growing or exiting your business. Find Business Mentor
Massachusetts Business Front Door
Explore resources from the Massachusetts Office of Economic Development about starting your business in Massachusetts. Create Account
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There are a variety of grant and loan programs available in the Berkshires and from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to help you get your business started or to expand your business.
If you are unfamiliar with grants as a funding option for your business, this is a greate place to start learning about grants, available grants and how to apply for them. Learn More
Discover available grants, small business resources, technical assistance programs and other funding options. Learn More
Provide loans between $5,000 and $250,000 to both existing and start-up businesses with a focus on job creation. Learn More
The Small Business Administration provides long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets. Learn More
A non-profit community loan fund and Small Business Administration microlender offering fixed-rate loans from $1,000 to $300,000. Learn More
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City of North Adams Permitting + Licenses Guide
Resource to help you learn about all the permits you may need to start or expand your business including permits for building, health, zoning, environmental and industry-specific licenses. Learn More
To legally conduct your business in North Adams, you will need to register your business with the Office of the City Clerk. Complete Application
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Stay up to date about the latest business news, opportunities and events in North Adams be signing up for the following newsletters:
Get information about all the local networking events, funding opportunities, business trainings and other resources.
Receive updates about events happening throughout Berkshire County, information about local economic trends, opportunities to promote your business and networking events.
Get weekly updates about all the local happenings in and around North Adams, including business, art, outdoor recreation, community and music events.
Receive information from the Commonwealth about funding opportunities, business best practices and case studies.
Northern Berkshire Community Coalition
Get updates about local community needs, events and ways to get involved to support the local community of North Adams.
Find out about new business openings, expansions and other business updates throughout Berkshire County.
Get updates on how to connect with and collaborate with other local businesses throughout Western Massachusetts.
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MassHire Berkshire Career Center
Post your job listing for free on the Massachusetts One-Stop Employment System and Job Quest, as well as participate in job fairs, request prescreened job candidates and get access to on-site recruitment of candidates. Learn More
MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board
Get assistance hiring workers 16-24 in Berkshire County. Learn More
Powered by 1Berkshires, the Berkshires’ highest-touch jobs portal. All positions pay at least $40K and are located in the Berkshires. Learn More
Spread the word to your community about your job opportunities and offer them local rewards when someone you refer gets hired. Learn More
A local job board with local 1-on-1 support to help you get your listing in from of thousands of candidates. Learn More
The most established and connected staffing agency in Berkshire County. Assists with both short and long-term staffing needs. Learn More
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Hosts mixers, the Northern Berkshires Meetup and features networking opportunities in their bimonthly newsletter. Learn More
1Berkshire Entrepreneurial Meetups
Meet, greet, and make things happen at these free networking events by 1Berkshires. Meetups bring entrepreneurs together (typically) on the last Tuesday of the month for coffee or drinks – or connection over Zoom. Learn More
On Friday mornings from 7:30-9pm from June through September, join your fellow business colleagues and community members for coffee and conversation in the Eagle Street Pocket Park. Learn More
Small Business Berkshire County
Join this 3,000+ strong local business group on Facebook to connect with other local business owners and support one another by promoting each other’s initiatives. Join Now
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Commonwealth Corporation
The Express Program offers quick, easy grants for workforce training, helping Massachusetts businesses adapt, upskill, and thrive in changing conditions.
ServeSafe training programs are offered throughout the Commonwealth by the Massachusetts Restaurant Association. Learn More
Retail Training Certifications
The National Retail Foundation provides a variety of training certifications for your employees from retail fundamentals to customer service to the business of retail. Learn More
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