Counseling & Assistance

Massachusetts wants to help businesses. Take advantage of our free support services, including low-cost, high-quality education and free one-on-one counseling sessions. -From the Small Business Development Center (MSBDC)

A strong business climate benefits everyone. That's why the Mass Office of Business Development connects company owners with resources and incentive programs that help them thrive. -From the Mass. Office of Business Development (MOBD)

Whether you're looking for growth support, help with relocating, or just general counseling, each region has a dedicated organization helping businesses grow and attracting new businesses to our state. -From the Executive Office of Housing & Economic Development (EOHED)

Looking for new, well-qualified employees? Massachusetts' Career Centers can assist your company with the recruiting, screening, and training of new staff. -From the Executive Office of Labor & Workforce Development (EOLWD)

Confused? Don't go it alone. Get your regulation, licensing and permitting questions answered quickly and easily by contacting the State Permit Ombudsman's Office. -From the Permit Regulatory Office

With local chapters all over MA, SCORE is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping small businesses begin and thrive by offering mentoring and one-on-one consultations. Best of all, it's free. -From SCORE

Not everyone can fit counseling and live courses into their schedule. Not to worry - the U.S. Small Business Administration provides a wealth of free, online video courses to help you educate yourself - quickly - on important topics. -From the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

Does your business export goods or services outside of the U.S.? The Mass Export Center can help with everything from export-specific counseling to market analysis.  -From the Massachusetts Exports Center

Many businesses find success in selling products and services directly to the government. To become certified to do business with the state and for advice on being more competitive in the government marketplace, click here. -From the Procurement Technical Assistance Center

Interested in doing business with the government? The Executive Office for Administration & Finance provides courses to help you become educated on government procurement and in gearing your business for selling to the state. -From the Executive Office for Administration & Finance (EOANF)

Need help with the technical aspects of doing business with the state or federal government? Don't go it alone - click here to find a technical assistance center near you that's focused on bridging the gap between independent businesses and government.  -From the Association of Procurement Technical Assistance (APTAC) in Massachusetts

Finding the best location for your business is important. But the process can be overwhelming, too.  Whether you're looking for a site for the first time or are in the process of relocating, our MassEcon resource can help you find, purchase, and move to a new location quickly and efficiently. -From MassEcon (Mass Alliance for Economic Development)