Small Business Support Services
We provide a comprehensive range of services to support both start-ups and established small businesses in achieving growth while aligning with the values of innovation, diversity, and sustainability.
- Business Planning & Strategy Development
- Crafting comprehensive business plans and growth strategies
- Defining clear value propositions, target market analysis, and competitive positioning
- Roadmap creation for short-term and long-term growth, including key milestones and KPIs
- Market Research & Opportunity Analysis
- Conducting in-depth market research and competitive analysis
- Identifying market trends and emerging opportunities for product or service offerings
- Evaluating customer demand and potential sales channels to maximize reach
- Branding & Marketing Strategy
- Developing brand identity and positioning for competitive advantage
- Creating digital and traditional marketing plans, including social media, email campaigns, and SEO strategies
- Establishing content marketing and storytelling strategies to build brand awareness and credibility
- Sales Strategy & Lead Generation
- Designing targeted sales strategies to generate leads and drive revenue
- Implementing customer segmentation and targeting methods for sales optimization
- Providing training on effective sales techniques and CRM utilization
- Supplier Diversity Consulting
- Identifying and integrating diverse suppliers to enhance supply chain inclusivity
- Developing supplier diversity programs aligned with DE&I objectives
- Assisting businesses in building partnerships with diverse vendors and obtaining relevant certifications
- DE&I and Organizational Development
- Establishing DE&I frameworks for inclusive workplace practices
- Conducting DE&I audits and training to foster an equitable workplace culture
- Supporting internal policy development to align with DE&I objectives
- Funding & Financial Planning
- Providing guidance on securing funding, including grant writing, pitch preparation, and investor connections
- Offering financial planning and budget management for sustainable growth
- Assisting with capital-raising strategies, including identifying potential investors and lenders
- Networking & Partnership Development
- Facilitating connections with strategic partners, industry contacts, and potential customers
- Building mentorship and advisory programs for small business owners
- Organizing networking events and workshops for relationship-building and business exposure
- Operational Efficiency & Process Optimization
- Conducting assessments to identify inefficiencies in business operations
- Implementing lean processes and cost-saving initiatives
- Recommending technology and tools to streamline workflows and increase productivity
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) & Retention Strategies
- Setting up and optimizing CRM systems to manage customer interactions effectively
- Developing customer retention and loyalty programs
- Creating feedback loops to capture customer insights and drive improvement
- Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Planning
- Advising on sustainable practices and CSR initiatives for brand alignment with social values
- Designing eco-friendly strategies and assessing environmental impacts
- Supporting businesses in gaining green certifications and industry recognition
Socioeconomic Certification Packages
We provide a comprehensive suite of specialized services tailored to support your unique objectives in obtaining socioeconomic certification programs.
Basic Certification Package
- Includes up to 4 hours of certification consulting services per month.
Silver Certification Package:
- Includes up to 4 hours of consulting services per month.
- Completion of socioeconomic certification forms:
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) / Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
Gold Certification Package:
- Includes up to 6 hours of certification consulting services per month.
- Completion of socioeconomic certification forms:
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) / Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
- Small Business Reserve (SBR)
- e Maryland Marketplace advantaged (eMMa) SBR online certification
- e Maryland Marketplace advantaged (eMMa) Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (VSBE) online certification
Platinum Certification Package:
- Includes up to 8 hours of certification consulting services per two months of service.
- Completion of socioeconomic certification forms:
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) / Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
- Small Business Reserve (SBR)
- e Maryland Marketplace advantaged (eMMa) SBR online certification
- e Maryland Marketplace advantaged (eMMa) Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (VSBE) online certification
- One Federal Socioeconomic Certification
Federal Socioeconomic Certifications:
- Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones)
- Small Business Administration SBA 8(a) Business Development program