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| The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) provides management counseling and educational services to small and mid-sized businesses. Most services are free of charge, and all are confidential. | |
| The Durham Technical Community College Small Business Center (SBC) is part of the Small Business Center Network of North Carolina. The SBC provides small business owners with advice they need for success on marketing, sales, bookkeeping, and management. | |
| The North Carolina Institute of Minority Economic Development (NCIMED) works to grow the asset base of undeveloped populations through economic development strategies that build businesses, create jobs, and sustain institutions vital to economically vibrant and socially responsible communities. | |
| SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) helps small businesses achieve their goals through education and mentorship. Services are delivered at a low or no cost. | |
| The Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit whose primary goal is to improve the economic landscape for black businesses and the community at large. | |
| Sustain-a-Bull is Durham’s non-profit independent business alliance, which promotes and supports locally owned, independent businesses in our community based on the belief that independent businesses are vital to Durham’s economy, culture, and environment. | |
| The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is a business development entity of the North Carolina Community College System. The mission of the NCMBC is to leverage military and other federal business opportunities to expand the economy, grow jobs and improve quality of life in North Carolina. | |
| Self Help Credit Union, the nonprofit Center for Community Self-Help (or Self-Help), combines several organizations that together provide financing, technical support, consumer financial services and advocacy for those left out of the economic mainstream. | |
Carolina Small Business Development Fund creates economic opportunities across North Carolina. We support communities by helping entrepreneurs build the businesses of their dreams. | |
| First Citizens Bank, 1st known as the Bank of Smithfield, opened on March 1, 1898. A growing agricultural economy and strong leadership led the bank into new markets over the years, yet our hands-on personal approach to banking never wavered. It is this commitment that continues to set First Citizens Bank apart with its customers and within the industry. | |
| Mechanics and Farmers Bank (M&F Bank) is an independent bank committed to meeting the financial services needs of the communities we serve. We provide quality service to all customers, promoting personal and community development while continuing the tradition of serving those who historically have been under-served. | |
For more than 35 years, Real Estate Associates (REA) has served the real estate asset management and commercial brokerage needs of property owners in Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond. While our management style is conservative - making us good stewards of your investment and resources - our approach to what we do is energetic and forward-thinking. | |
| Infinity Bridges, Inc. (IBI) is a North Carolina based financial consulting and training firm that provide innovative solutions to systemic economic development challenges for women, minorities, veterans and teenage business owners. The business development services include but is not limited to strategy implementation with business planning, marketing, financial management, funding opportunities, operational improvements, leadership, crisis management and organizational facilitation. The training topics range from money management to business strategies. | |
My Local CFO is a boutique financial firm providing CFO Services to small and medium size businesses, enabling companies to reach their financial goals. | |
Triangle ArtWorks provides a multitude of programs and services for artists and art organizations. From professional development courses to resource directories, you’ll find something to help you navigate the business of art. | |
Downtown Durham, Inc. (DDI) is a 501(c) 6 organization, formed in 1993 to serve as a catalyst for downtown revitalization. Its mission is to enhance the environment, economy and vitality of downtown Durham, while preserving and enriching its distinctive culture and strong sense of community. | |
| The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is a bold, dynamic organization that serves the needs of businesses, non-profits and government agencies of all sizes. There’s no other organization that can connect you to all of these various groups better than the Durham Chamber. | |
| Pinnacle is much more than a bank. It’s a place for people to find true partners for their business. It’s a place where seasoned professionals give clients unmatched service and advice that better their financial well-being. Pinnacle Financial Partners aims to: provide distinctive financial service and effective advice to client; enrich associates personally professionally and financially; make a significant positive impact on the community; and create outstanding long-term value for shareholders. | |
Provident1898 is a black-centric coworking community and resource hub, inspired by the legacy of Durham’s Black Wall St. located in the historic NC Mutual Tower. | |
Forward Cities is a national nonprofit equipping communities and regions to grow and sustain more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems. | |
Carolina Community Impact, Inc. (CCI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes economic and community development by providing loans and financial services for low and moderate-income individuals and small businesses in North Carolina. |
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