• Resource Guide

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  • Resource(s) Available: The Business Development Company provides capital to promising companies whose financing needs exceed available bank debt and equity. The Company has the experience to evaluate and respond to the unique merits of each opportunity. Loans from $100,000 to $500,000 include term debt, SBA loans, subordinated debt, and lines of credit. Larger loan amounts are possible through syndication. Typical uses include expanding product lines or geographic territory, investments to improve efficiencies, acquisitions, and debt restructures.


     

  • Resource(s) Available: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration has launched a helpful new Web portal to help job seekers match their current skills to new careers and find out what training is needed to transition from one job to another.  This new online tool is called “mySkillsmyFuture."  Users will be able to view local job postings and locate training and education providers.  They also will be able to find descriptions, salary information and common job tasks associated with a new occupation.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration has launched a helpful new Web portal to help job seekers match their current skills to new careers and find out what training is needed to transition from one job to another.  This new online tool is called “mySkillsmyFuture” and can be accessed at http://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/.  Users will be able to view local job postings and locate training and education providers.  They also will be able to find descriptions, salary information and common job tasks associated with a new occupation.
    The new site’s features include:

    • Detailed information about occupational skills that can be transferred from one job to another.
    • A side-by-side comparison chart of likely skill gaps from one occupation to another.
    • Links to local training programs that are available to help fill skill and knowledge gaps.

    Additionally, users will be able to find opportunities for short-term training programs provided by local community colleges and other postsecondary schools.  They can find career-specific details about obtaining credentials such as certifications, licenses and apprenticeships.  Users also will be able to view and apply for job postings by ZIP Code or state.  Job listings are from a national database and will be updated daily.
    MySkillsmyFuture includes an integrated help system with page-by-page instructions and videos to enhance the user experience.  The online program is based on data from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Information Network, known as O*NET, and the National Labor Exchange.  Data from O*NET includes the required knowledge, skills and abilities for more than 900 occupations, which helps identify transferable skills and skill gaps among different occupations.  The National Labor Exchange is a service of the Direct Employers Association, a nonprofit consortium of more than 550 leading U.S. corporations.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training matches hiring businesses to qualified candidates with appropriate skill sets; customizes recruitments and job fairs to individual businesses or industries; connects businesses to applicable grants and tax credits; provides information on the labor market intelligence and training opportunities; offers Rapid Response services during employee transitions; and guides businesses to services available through other government agencies.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation provides direct access to state economic and business resources including finance, export trade, federal procurement and marketing.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: The Rhode Island Procurement Technical Assistance Center provides businesses with training and one-on-one counseling on doing business with federal agencies, state purchasing departments, and local governments. This is a free service to all RI businesses.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: The Rhode Island Small Business Development Center provides businesses (under 500 employees) services including presenting training seminars and workshops in business planning, marketing, financing, and other business subjects. Free consulting is provided to clients by professional consultants in all aspects of business.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: SCORE is a 50 plus year old nationwide organization affiliated with the Small Business Administration. SCORE volunteer councilors are retired executives and former business owners. Our mission is to provide start-up and small business with resources and expertise to tackle various business challenges. We work closely with the Small Business Development Center. Please call for an appointment.


     

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  • Resource(s) Available: As a regional nonprofit economic development corporation, South Eastern Economic Development (SEED) Corporation focuses on job creation by financing all types of small businesses in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. SEED makes loans ranging from a $1,000 Micro Loan to a $5.5 million SBA 504 Loan and also administers a small business technical assistance program.


     

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  • AccreditedOnlineColleges.org, aims to offer the web’s best resource for finding online accredited colleges and universities. Attending college online can seem risky, and online degree accreditation is confusing when you’re just starting out in pursuing a degree. Accredited Online Colleges are proud to host a searchable directory of online colleges and universities to let you find the online accredited colleges that fit your own educational needs.

  • Expertise Guide to Local Marketing - A free guide for small and medium sized businesses to learn how to market themselves with Google. The sites include in-depth information with topics ranging from helping local businesses and professional within their marketplace to helping consumers find the right experts. Ultimately, it is designed with the goal to revolutionizing the way consumers and expert connect.


     

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  • Online learning continues to grow rapidly, and there are now many platforms for students -- K-12 through college and career development -- to access online courses. Accredited Schools Online has teamed up with education experts across the country to develop the most comprehensive tools and resources to help students make decisions about degree programs, better understand the college admissions process, and find and secure financial aid and scholarships. All this and more can be found here: http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/


  • Chamber Member Discounts Available

    Savings and discounts available to Chamber Members.

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  • Constant Contact Discount 
    For Emails, Surveys & Event Marketing
    Discounts for New or Existing Users:
    20% discount for prepayment of 6 months or
    25% discount for prepayment of 12 months
    Phone: 781-472-8072


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  • Energy Savings 
    Save on your Electricity and Natural Gas Bill
    No Fees for Members to Join
    No Minimum Usage Requirements
    No Long-term Contract
    Contact: Sandy Spanos, sspanos11@cs.com
    Phone: 401-633-5338


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  • Swipe for a Cause
    Guaranteed Minimum of 10% Savings on
    Merchant Service Costs
    Save on Retail Credit Card Machines and more
    Local, Personal Service and Support
    Free, No Obligation Cost Savings Analysis
    Contact: Margaret Kinnecome margaret@swipeforacause.com 
    Phone: 800-768-6004


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  • Give Yourself and your Employees an added benefit ... 
    Save a minimum of 10% at Chamber Member Businesses
    Use your FREE Chamber key tag
    Chamber Contact: Kate Grotteberg kate@newportchamber.com
    Phone: 401-847-1608 


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  • Bulk Mail Permit 
    For your sale flyers, post cards or newsletters
    Save your marketing dollars and use the Chamber permit
    For you bulk mailings and save on postage
    Chamber Contact: Kate Grotteberg kate@newportchamber.com
    Phone: 401-847-1608

  • Doing Business with the Military

    Listed below are contract types, certifications, acquisition methods and websites to register with in order to do business with the government.

    If you register with RI Procurement & Technical Assistance Center they will meet with you, build a "search profile" and conduct a daily "bid match search" of all federal, state and local open bid solicitations posted electronically. The solicitations found are emailed to you with live links for you to review. Please note that many cities and towns do not post electronically and are not included in these searches.
    Doing Business with Rhode Island Military Commands Conference Presentations

    •  New England Defense Economic Impact 2012 study 
    • Rhode Island Defense Economy Report 2008
    • Rhode Island Defense Economy 2006
    • Naval Station Newport Base Overview (12/11/2009)
    • Public Works Department – Naval Station Newport (12/11/2009)
    • Rhode Island Procurement Technical Assistance Center (2/25/2008)

    Guide to Small Business Opportunities with U.S. Navy

     

    Additional Links and Information

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