EXISTING BUSINESSES

PRODUCTS:
Accounting Systems Assistance*
Personalized assist available to existing and new small business owners with their accounting efforts through one-on-one consulting assistance on QuickBooks and Peachtree Accounting software packages.

Loan Packaging*
We gather the necessary documents, make sure the financial information on the application makes sense; provide insight into specific banks’ lending practices, coach business owners on how to talk to bankers and suggest in some cases alternative financing.

Operational Assessment*
The Operational Assessment program is designed to give an assessment of your company’s operational environment. Identify any areas of potential inefficiencies which might include, production backlog, duplication of efforts, revenue loss, improper accounting, employee concerns or resource misallocations.

Customized Market Research Reports (ESRI)*
Using ESRI Business Information Solutions, SBDC staff can combine GIS technology with extensive business, demographic, market and consumer household data to aid your mission critical business decisions.

Incubator/Business Affiliate Program*
The Business Affiliate Program provides the advantages of business incubation to companies who are non-tenants of the facility, but who would benefit from the services provided through the center.

SEED Corp. Microloans
SEED Corp. is an SBA-approved microlender, helping small businesses get started or grow to the next level. We specialize in helping people with great business ideas who can’t get traditional commercial financing.

Mystery Shopper Program*
Gain knowledgeable, unbiased insight into how your company is perceived by your customers. The Mystery Shopper program sends a customer into your business who reports back on customer service, price, store cleanliness, etc. The results are delivered in a written report that identifies areas that need improvement.

Navigator Small Business Planning Software*
The Navigator Business Plan Edition provides the latest in business plan resources and personalized professional business assistance. Business plans are a critical tool for entrepreneurs to receive financing, communicate effectively with employees and advisors, and increase your odds for success and much more.

Business Valuation*
There are a number of instances when you may need to determine the market value of a business. Certainly, buying and selling a business is the most common reason. Estate planning, reorganization, or verification of your worth for lenders or investors are other reasons.

Certificate of Origin Verification
A Certificate of Origin is a legal export document designed to certify the country of origin of a manufactured product. The certificate is used by exporting manufacturers to provide assurances to their foreign customers and to help customs authorities clear imported goods, assign tariffs and duties, and track quotas.

Business Check-up (BizBench)*
Wonder how your business compares to others in your industry? There are a wide range of factors that go into the valuation process – from the company’s book value to a host of tangible and intangible elements. In general, the value of the business will rely on an analysis of the company’s cash flow. It’s ability to generate consistent profits will ultimately determine its worth in the marketplace.

COUNSELING:
SBDC Business Advisors (Management, Financial, Technology, HR, Marketing, Advertising, Purchasing)

SBIR Regional Assistance Center
Southern Indiana's SBIR/STTR assistance center for the Indiana S4 Initiative.

Collegiate Management Assistance Program
This program is designed to be a two-way street, while the entrepreneur learns ways to improve their business and increase profits, student counselors gain valuable, practical experience. A confidential setting, students identify problem areas and opportunities and recommend plans of action in the form of written and oral proposals.

Outreach Programs (Bedford, Columbus, Greensburg,
Linton, Nashville, North Vernon, Seymour, Spencer)
Networks and Referrals

TRAINING:
SEED Corp. Business Planning Course*
The SEED Corp. Small Business Planning Course gives budding and experienced entrepreneurs the tools they need to create business plans and work toward strategic goals. With in-class instructors, research help, guest speakers, one-on-one counseling, and long term support, our class educates small business owners on what it takes to reach success.

Small Business Success Series - Ivy Tech Community College*
The Small Business Success Series is offered through a partnership between Ivy Tech Community College-Bloomington and the South Central Indiana SBDC, designed for owners and employees of new and existing businesses and focuses on topics important to the operation of a successful business.

QuickBooks Basics*
QuickBooks Basic is a training session designed to make sense out of QuickBooks Accounting software. This session will cover the basics of accounting and walk through how to setup the QuickBooks program to fit YOUR needs.

SmallBizU
From new ventures, to business managers, to entrepreneurs, to master level classes, we have a range of courses across all functional areas of small business. Large corporations have their own training departments--now you have your own just-in-time desktop university with SmallBizU

Tech Tuesday
A series of video conference presentations with a networking and educational component for Bloomington technology businesses.

New Economy New Rules (NENR)
Series of video conference presentations from industry leaders geared towards the information technology industry.

EVENTS:
Business Expo
This one day event is the perfect opportunity to unveil your new products or display your top merchandise, services and people. The EXPO is free to attendees with more than 3,000 local business professionals and community members attending this one day show each year.

Fuse Innovation Awards
The entrepreneurial community is the backbone of our local economy. The SBDC and inVenture are once again focusing specifically on the small business community and will be spotlighting its innovation, creativity, energy and growth. We want to recognize the businesses that are “Brands To Watch”.

Genius Groups
Genius Groups—a 10-part entrepreneurial development series that will challenge and energize 35 select small business owners. Each month you’ll have the chance to learn from and network with the inspiring Genius Entrepreneurs of Bloomington. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on real-world challenges and relevant tools to help you explore new business horizons. The monthly session will be filled with ideas and support you can use to take your business to the next level.

Bloomington Angel Network
Act as a clearinghouse for matching investors with funding candidates and provide training opportunities to enhance the group’s investment potential.

Peerspectives
CEO Roundtables For 2nd Stage Entrepreneurs. The Indiana PeerSpectives Network engages small business owners and entrepreneurs to see things from a new perspective. Qualified members exchange valuable experience, ideas, even solutions to some of businesses most critical issues.

IceBreakers
Bloomington’s networking group for entrepreneurs who want to GET CONNECTED. Icebreakers is designed to be a fun monthly social networking opportunity that will bring "idea people" together with seasoned entrepreneurs who have "been there." From business advice to resources for building your business, Icebreakers enables you to GET CONNECTED with the right people.

PUBLICATIONS:
Wayfinder Business Guide (annually)
This 36-page publication has been prepared in an effort to assist in the process of starting and operating a business. It is designed to acquaint you with the problems and responsibilities, as well as the opportunities involved in starting and operating a business. You are encouraged to consult the sources listed throughout the Guide for complete information pertaining to your particular enterprise. Use this as a basis for sound planning, and refer to it often as your business plans progress.

LiveWire Newsletter (monthly)
Each month LiveWire provides local small businesses with all the latest news, highlighting such topics as the latest accounting software, new business websites, business tips, monthly community business calendar and useful business links.

200+ Sample Business Plans
Wanting to start a business but need to write a business plan? We have at least 200 various business plan samples varying from; Sports Equipment, Coffee Shops, Driving Schools, etc. too numerous to list them all.

Entrepreneur's Business Start-Up Guides
Let one of these guides take you through each step of starting and running nearly 50 different businesses. Entrepreneur's Start-Up Guides provide you with a clear roadmap to success. Each guide is written, researched and edited by the editors of Entrepreneur.

150+ Market Analysis Reports
Need market research on your business industry? We have at least fifteen various industries from, Health Care, Retail, Wholesale, Manufacturing, Food Service, Construction, etc. with a total of more than 150 individual detailed market analysis reports.

Professional Services Directory
This directory is a compiled list of professional service organizations who can be supportive in the process of successfully running a business in the area.

IU Student Spending Habits Study
In the spring semester of 2004, seventy students enrolled in two marketing research classes in the Kelley School of Business (Indiana University – Bloomington) conducted a survey to find out more about the shopping/spending habits of Indiana University students in Bloomington. After conducting interviews, focus groups, and observational research, over 480 students were surveyed. For additional information on this survey or assistance with your small business please contact us.

800+ Business Forms
Ever wonder the proper written form for addressing various day to day business issues, pertaining to HR, Leasing, Inventory, Legal or other general, memo, various request changes, or follow up type information, with over 800 accessible forms to review.

* = small fee may apply

START-UP BUSINESSES

PRODUCTS:
Wayfinder Business Feasibility CD-Rom*
This CD-Rom describes some of the initial decisions and plans an entrepreneur must make. It also gives an overview of federal tax regulations and licenses, professional assistance needs, and other related matters.

Navigator Small Business Planning Software*
The Navigator Business Plan Edition provides the latest in business plan resources and personalized professional business assistance. Business plans are a critical tool for entrepreneurs to receive financing, communicate effectively with employees and advisors, and increase your odds for success and much more.

SEED Corp. Microloans
SEED Corp. is an SBA-approved microlender, helping small businesses get started or grow to the next level. We specialize in helping people with great business ideas who can’t get traditional commercial financing.

Incubator/Business Affiliate Program*
The Business Affiliate Program provides the advantages of business incubation to companies who are non-tenants of the facility, but who would benefit from the services provided through the center.

Customized Market Research Reports (ESRI)*
Using ESRI Business Information Solutions, SBDC staff can combine GIS technology with extensive business, demographic, market and consumer household data to aid your mission critical business decisions.

COUNSELING:
Outreach Programs (Bedford, Columbus, Greensburg, Linton, Nashville, North Vernon, Seymour, Spencer)
Networks and Referrals

SBIR Regional Assistance Center
Southern Indiana's SBIR/STTR assistance center for the Indiana S4 Initiative.

TRAINING:
Business Orientation Start-up Session*
Thought about starting your own business, but don’t know where to start? Take this first step to one of life’s most rewarding and exciting ventures.

SEED Corp. Business Planning Course*
The SEED Corp. Small Business Planning Course gives budding and experienced entrepreneurs the tools they need to create business plans and work toward strategic goals. With in-class instructors, research help, guest speakers, one-on-one counseling, and long term support, our class educates small business owners on what it takes to reach success.

Small Business Success Series - Ivy Tech Community College*
The Small Business Success Series is offered through a partnership between Ivy Tech Community College-Bloomington and the South Central Indiana SBDC, designed for owners and employees of new and existing businesses and focuses on topics important to the operation of a successful business.

QuickBooks Basics*
QuickBooks Basic is a training session designed to make sense out of QuickBooks Accounting software. This session will cover the basics of accounting and walk through how to setup the QuickBooks program to fit YOUR needs.

Business Planning Workshop*
This interactive Business Planning workshop will assist you in developing your company’s business plan. This workshop will provide you with everything needed to write your company’s plan for success, through an internet-based Business Planning account on Navigator.

SmallBizU
From new ventures, to business managers, to entrepreneurs, to master level classes, we have a range of courses across all functional areas of small business. Large corporations have their own training departments--now you have your own just-in-time desktop university with SmallBizU

EVENTS:
Business Expo
This one day event is the perfect opportunity to unveil your new products or display your top merchandise, services and people. The EXPO is free to attendees with more than 3,000 local business professionals and community members attending this one day show each year.

Genius Groups
Genius Groups—a 10-part entrepreneurial development series that will challenge and energize 35 select small business owners. Each month you’ll have the chance to learn from and network with the inspiring Genius Entrepreneurs of Bloomington. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on real-world challenges and relevant tools to help you explore new business horizons. The monthly session will be filled with ideas and support you can use to take your business to the next level.

Bloomington Angel Network
Act as a clearinghouse for matching investors with funding candidates and provide training opportunities to enhance the group’s investment potential.

IceBreakers
Bloomington’s networking group for entrepreneurs who want to GET CONNECTED. Icebreakers is designed to be a fun monthly social networking opportunity that will bring "idea people" together with seasoned entrepreneurs who have "been there." From business advice to resources for building your business, Icebreakers enables you to GET CONNECTED with the right people.

PUBLICATIONS:
Wayfinder Business Guide (annually)
This 36-page publication has been prepared in an effort to assist in the process of starting and operating a business. It is designed to acquaint you with the problems and responsibilities, as well as the opportunities involved in starting and operating a business. You are encouraged to consult the sources listed throughout the Guide for complete information pertaining to your particular enterprise. Use this as a basis for sound planning, and refer to it often as your business plans progress.

LiveWire Newsletter (monthly)
Each month LiveWire provides local small businesses with all the latest news, highlighting such topics as the latest accounting software, new business websites, business tips, monthly community business calendar and useful business links.

200+ Sample Business Plans
Wanting to start a business but need to write a business plan? We have at least 200 various business plan samples varying from; Sports Equipment, Coffee Shops, Driving Schools, etc. too numerous to list them all.

Entrepreneur's Business Start-Up Guides
Let one of these guides take you through each step of starting and running nearly 50 different businesses. Entrepreneur's Start-Up Guides provide you with a clear roadmap to success. Each guide is written, researched and edited by the editors of Entrepreneur.

150+ Market Analysis Reports
Need market research on your business industry? We have at least fifteen various industries from, Health Care, Retail, Wholesale, Manufacturing, Food Service, Construction, etc. with a total of more than 150 individual detailed market analysis reports.

Professional Services Directory
This directory is a compiled list of professional service organizations who can be supportive in the process of successfully running a business in the area.

IU Student Spending Habits Study (Version 2)
In the spring semester of 2004, seventy students enrolled in two marketing research classes in the Kelley School of Business (Indiana University – Bloomington) conducted a survey to find out more about the shopping/spending habits of Indiana University students in Bloomington. After conducting interviews, focus groups, and observational research, over 480 students were surveyed. For additional information on this survey or assistance with your small business please contact us.

800+ Business Forms
Ever wonder the proper written form for addressing various day to day business issues, pertaining to HR, Leasing, Inventory, Legal or other general, memo, various request changes, or follow up type information, with over 800 accessible forms to review.

* = small fee may apply