Small and Emerging Business Development Program

Benefit

Technical Assistance: provides the managerial and technical assistance training needed to grow and sustain a small business. Provides for developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills accounting, business planning, and legal and industry-specific assistance. Consideration for bidding on select products or services purchased by state agencies and SEBD Intermediaries provide a free needs assessment and assistance with accessing other program benefits.

Eligibility (Not Comprehensive)

The program is open to all Louisiana small businesses that meet the following eligibility requirements for both the business and the owner

Certification is effective for up to 10 years or until the firm no longer meets the eligibility requirements for the program

Category: Special Incentives For Small Businesses

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