The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center is pleased to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the vital assistance needed to adequately plan for the startup of their business.

Each of the following resources will assist you in the startup process:

• The SBDC Starting Your Small Business Workshop
  This How-to-Start class covers the basics of starting a small business, including business planning, small business financing, the 5 C’s of credit, the legal forms of organization, and licenses and permits.
  

  If you would like to sign up now for a Starting Your Small Business workshop, please click here and choose a date that is convenient for you.

• The Citigroup Small Business Guides
  These guides contain a wealth of information on starting and running your business and also include activities, worksheets, self-assessments, glossaries, and valuable additional resources for you to consult along the way.
  

  Please click here to open a new window and view the Guides.

• The SBDC Small Business Resource Library
  The reference library has information on a variety of business topics, as well as a computer and business planning software. The Resource Library is open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. No appointment is necessary.

For your convenience, reference information is also available on the Resources page.