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Idaho Small Business Development Center
Through its six regional offices and Nampa business accelerator, the Idaho SBDC offers a wide variety of services to small businesses, including counseling for starting, growing, purchasing or closing a business. Counselors also provide assistance with environmental and export issues, cybersecurity and government contracting. SBDC offices are located throughout the state. There is no charge for services.
To talk with an environmental consultant, see Environmental Solutions. This program is offered in cooperation with the ID Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
To learn about contracting with state and federal agencies, see Idaho Apex Accelerator.
If you are interested in exporting, visit the Exporting Assistance progrm.
Idaho Department of Labor
The Department of Labor serves both employers and employees who are making career transitions. Consulting and counseling services are available to both employers and job seekers. Contact your local DOL office.
Small Business Administration
The SBA and its subsidiary program, SCORE, offer consulting services to help start and grow small businesses. SCORE offices are located in Boise and Spokane. Businesses in north Idaho are served by the Spokane office. Or visit SCORE’s national website.
Veterans Business Outreach Centers – offer counseling services to active duty and retiring veterans and their spouses who plan to start a business.
TechHelp
TechHelp assists manufacturers, food processors and other businesses to improve and streamline their processes to increase productivity. Inventors can receive assistance in product design and prototype development, as well as other services. Find workshops and other training events.
Nampa Business Accelerator
The Nampa Accelerator located at Boise State’s west campus in Nampa offers consulting and programs for owners of qualified businesses to quickly develop essential leadership skills.
Idaho Black Community Alliance
Counseling services are available to Black-owned businesses.
Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce
Entrepreneur services are available to veterans, active duty military personnel and their families.