Business Resources

ApprenticeshipNH

Registered Apprenticeship is a way for industry sectors to be a part of creating their much-needed workforce. ApprenticeshipNH combines paid on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction that increases an apprentice’s skill level and wages. 

BIA of NH

The Business and Industry Association is New Hampshire’s statewide chamber of commerce and leading business advocate. Through advocacy with state legislators and regulators, we shape business-friendly public policy and provide counterbalance to legislation and regulations that threaten the growth and prosperity of New Hampshire businesses.

CEDC

​Created to promote economic opportunity and business development, CEDC provides continuing support for existing and new businesses within Coös County.  It facilitates Community Development Block Grants, maintains a revolving loan fund, administers the Coös County Economic Development Funds, and provides technical assistance for businesses throughout the North Country.

NH SBDC

NH SBDC is the leading resource for business advising and education for small to medium businesses in the Granite State. Their advisors meet with small business clients from all sectors seeking advice on financing, improving operations, management infrastructure, business sustainability best practices, bringing new products to market, and where to start in launching a new business or purchasing/selling an existing one.  Whether you are in the early stages of a creating a business or are well-established, you can benefit from SBDC’s no-cost, individualized, expert business advising. 

For more information and to check out their webinars and online courses, visit nhsbdc.org.

NH SBA & VT SBA

The US Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation's only go-to resource and voice for small business. The New Hampshire District Office is located in Concord and Vermont's District Office is in Montepelier.

Score NH & VT

To help entrepreneurs and small business owners by building strong, life-long relationships through mentoring and expert resources which will help them achieve their goals.

With SCORE, You're Never Alone
You have access to an entire team of professional mentors with expertise in marketing, sales, finance and more. But we don’t just send you on your way. We’re with you every step of the way, from dream to startup to growth.​

NH BEA

The New Hampshire Division of Economic Development has resources for New Hampshire businesses looking to grow and prosper, as well as for businesses beyond our borders looking to expand or relocate. 

The New Hampshire Division of Economic Development is part of the New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs, along with the Division of Travel and Tourism Development.  

For more information, contact us at 603.271.2341.

NH Job Training Fund

The Job Training Fund is available to businesses located in New Hampshire and businesses intending to locate in the State, and who pay quarterly taxes into the NH Unemployment Trust Fund. Businesses that make voluntary (reimbursable) contributions are not eligible. Local, county, and state political subdivisions are not eligible for the program. Temporary worker agencies will be categorized as the employer of record if they are contracting with a company to supply temporary workers, and as such must meet the requirements of a company in good standing. The temporary worker agency must be included in the application as a Co-Applicant.

NH Department of Labor

The Department of Labor helps employers and insurance carriers to operate successfully within New Hampshire's labor laws. We encourage a successful, fair, and safe workplace throughout the Granite State.

NH Employment Security

NH Employment Security (NHES) is a federally funded state agency. In 1933 the State Employment Service was created, first known as the National Reemployment Service. In 1934, the Wagner-Peyser Act passed. In 1935, the Social Security Act passed. Title III and Title IX establish the framework for the states to pass laws setting up unemployment compensation systems. In November of 1935, New Hampshire Unemployment Law became effective. Today NHES has 13 local offices located across the state to provide services to job seekers and employers.

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NH Work Ready

WorkReady NH is a practical, tuition-free program designed to meet the needs of job seekers and career builders by providing training in specific skills that employers are looking for in their current and future employees.

VT SBDC

The Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) offers no-cost expert assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs.
Are you ready to start or grow your business? We can help.

Since 1992, the Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) has provided no-cost professional expertise and guidance to hundreds of business owners. We combine one-on-one confidential advising with training programs to give our clients the tools and insight they need to reach their business goals.

Procurement Technical Assistance Center  (PTAC)

​For small companies with an interest in selling to the government, Vermont Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) is the place to begin. VT PTAC provides the in-depth understanding of complex documentation and product specifications that most businesses lack. By proactively searching for appropriate opportunities for each business’s needs, VT PTAC makes itself an indispensable partner in government procurement. 

Think VT

Whether you need start-up funding, financing for facility expansion, or advice on how to best leverage tax incentives, Vermont has the resources to help.