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If you’re interested in starting a business, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled all the basic information you’ll need to start a business. Be sure to check out one of our BizLaunch educational programs for hands on assistance on a variety of topics related to starting a small business. Stop by our BizLaunch center for one-on-one counseling or to take advantage of the variety of free resources and services offered to new entrepreneurs.     
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Start a Business in Arlington
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Minority-Owned Businesses
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Business Tips

The latest pointers for success in small businesses featuring Arlington entrepeneurs. (All videos require Windows Media Player.)

Launching a Successful Email Marketing Campaign
with Suzanne McGrath, Owner, The Curious Grape       (3:11 minutes)

Short-term Leasing Programs
with Suzette Timme, General Manager, Fashion Center at Pentagon City       (3:39 minutes)

Business Networking
with Michelle Bouma, ABC Distributors, Inc.       (5:13 minutes)

Small Business News - Monday, September 8

Small Firm Lending Pace Accelerated in 2007 - Number of Small Loans up 15 Percent, Dollar Value up 8 Percent

SBA Introduces Two New Online Finance Courses for Small Business Owners

High-Impact Firms Create Most Jobs And Growth

Visit econ.news for more business news about Arlington and the Washington, D.C. area.


Upcoming Business Events

Starting a Business in Arlington - Sep 15, 2008

Proposal Writing Basics - Sep 25, 2008

Greening Your Small Business - Oct 22, 2008

Starting a Nonprofit in Arlington - Nov 6, 2008

Writing a Successful Business Plan - Nov 12, 2008

Complete listing of business-related events in Arlington and the greater Washington, D.C. area




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