Business Links
Barre Area Development Inc. (BADC)
Your point of entry into Barre.
Connects entrepreneurs with local training, financing and networking opportunities. Provides information about regulatory requirements, energy savings opportunities, continuation of operations, leasable commercial space and vacant industrial land in Barre City and Barre Town. Also enhanced economic development by working closely with business owners to provide coaching and advice to strengthen or expand their operations, find improved ways to achieve results, obtain solutions to business challenges and be introduced to others in the community who can help.
802-476-0660
www.BADC.com
Barre Partnership (BP)
Coordinates activities that maintain and improve civic pride and the economic, social and cultural quality of life in the city’s downtown area. BADC provides opportunities for retail development, including employment, strengthening the tax base and increasing private and municipal investment.
802-476-0267
www.barrepartnership.org/
Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce
The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce actively markets Barre and surrounding communities as a great place to visit, live and do business.The Chamber has a 50 year history of partnering with Barre Area Development and maintains extensive economic and demographic data on the market area. Barre ranks first in the county in population and in retail sales. “Barre’s community leaders maintain a deep appreciation for its rich history while energetically preparing its future”.They are passionate about their commitment to the community and its residents.
802-229-5711
www.central-vt.com
Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation (CVEDC)
An economic development corporation that serves as a catalyst for industrial and economic growth in Central Vermont.
802-223-4654
www.central-vt.com/cvedc
Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC)
Assists member municipalities in providing effective local government and to work cooperatively with them to address regional issues.
802-229-0389
www.central-vt.com/cvrpc/
Micro Business Development Program (MBDP)
Generally working with businesses of fewer than five employees, offers low and moderate income entrepreneurs free assistance for starting, expanding or improving their businesses. Services include: one-on-one business counseling, specialized refugee business assistance, peer networking, workshops, classroom training, and loan packaging assistance. Computer labs are available.
802-479-1053
www.vtmicrobusiness.org
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
A network of experienced business people who can provide small business owners with advice on business planning and management. Clients are matched with a SCORE counselor whose experience matches a business owner’s needs.
828-4422
www.score.org
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Offers free business counseling for people with questions regarding starting a new business, acquisition of a business, marketing, expansion, finance for businesses up to 500 employees, etc.
802-223-4654
www.vtsbdc.org
USDA Rural Development
USDA Rural Development is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Their financial programs support such essential public facilities and services as water and sewer systems, housing, health clinics, emergency service facilities and electric and telephone service. They promote economic development by supporting loans to businesses through banks, credit unions and community-managed lending pools. They offer technical assistance and information to help agricultural producers and cooperatives get started and improve the effectiveness of their operations. They provide technical assistance to help communities undertake community empowerment programs.
(802)828-6000
Women’s Agricultural network
Assists women starting or expanding farms or agricultural-related businesses. Provides education, technical assistance and networking opportunities for each step of the development process.
802-223-2389
www.uvm.edu/wagn/
Women’s Business Center (WBC)
Offers a continuum of services that provides women with business skills and support to start, operate and expand microbusinesses. Offers business skills training programs, many workshops, and ‘Getting Serious’ – a one day workshop to explore business ownership.
802-229-2181
www.vwbc.org
Vermont Business Assistance network
The Vermont Business Assistance Network (VBAN) is an accessible series of resources designed to provide timely and pertinent information to Vermont businesses interested in participating in new markets for their products or services, increasing competitiveness, or building “teaming arrangements” with other businesses.The information may be accessed at no charge through the World Wide Web at www. thinkvermont.com.VBAN is also home to the Government Marketing Assistance Center (GMAC). GMAC was created to assist Vermont businesses, including minority-owned, woman-owned and small businesses, to become involved in the Government contracting process. Participating businesses have access to contracting opportunities, and gain a better understanding of the federal and state marketplace and the knowledge necessary for success in government contracting. Contact the Vermont Dept. of Economic Development, GMAC, National Life Building, Drawer 20, Montpelier,VT 05620
802-828-5240
www.thinkvermont.com
Vermont Business Materials Exchange
VBMeX is a free service whose goal is to minimize waste by fostering the exchange of reusable resources. Through VBMeX, companies with surplus or by-product materials connect with other businesses or individuals who can reuse these materials productively.While businesses save money on disposal fees, they can also reduce their impact on the environment.
800-895-1930
vbmx.org
Vermont GlobalTrade Partnership
Offers complete assistance for international trade.
802-828-1681
www.thinkvermont.com/globaltrade
Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center (VMEC)
Provides one-on-one support and services through field engineers to Vermont’s small and mid-sized (under 500 employees) manufacturers. VMEC’s goal is to assist Vermont manufacturers to increase productivity, modernize processes, and improve competitiveness. Ongoing training opportunities designed specifically for manufacturers are also offered. VMEC, Vermont Technical Center, Randolph Center
802-728-1432
www.vmec.org
Vermont Software Developers Alliance (VTSDA)
Offers networking opportunities and collaboration to help its members promote their products and services. They advocate on behalf of their members and help to organize collective marketing, increasing exposure to potential customers.To find out more about VTSDA, come to a monthly meeting. Contact by email or check out their website. info@vtsda.org
www.vtsda.org