SBDE Glossary
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This is a glossary of the terms used in the Small Business Development Ecosystem Portal.
Name:
This is the official name of the organization. Keep in mind that some organizations may be part of a larger umbrella program or organization.
Classification:
This is the type of organization available to small business owners. Although the classification of an organization describes its primary purpose, the business may offer services outside of its classification.
| Classification | Description |
| Certifier | |
| Consultant | |
| Development Center | |
| Education Hub | |
| Financier | |
| Incubator | |
| Marketer | |
| Networking Hub |
Non-Profit Status:
Is this organization a non-profit or a for-profit? Generally, non-profits exist to provide a public service.
Cost:
How much does it cost to use the particular resource?
| Cost | Price Description |
| $ | <$50 |
| $$ | $50-250 |
| $$$ | $250-1000 |
| $$$$ | >$1000 |
Developmental Stage:
The developmental stage listed in each institution's info box is the suggested business development stage that an entrepreneur should at least be at in order to succeed with an organization. Many times, knowing which areas of business development you need assistance with can make the whole process more efficient.
| Development Stage | Description |
| Concept | The small business owner needs assistance with or has recently completed their business plan, and basic development of their business's structure. |
| Start-Up | The business has just become incorporated. |
| Growth | The small business owner has perhaps turned a profit or is more comfortable with their initial planning and seeks to scale their business growth. |
| Established | The business has been around for at least a couple years and the owner feels confident about their role as an entrepreneur. |
Minorities:
This organization provides specific resources for minority small business owners.
Women:
This organization provides specific resources for female small business owners.
Education:
This organization provides specific education resources for small business owners.
Certification:
This organization provides specific certification resources for small businesses and their owners.
Consulting:
This organization provides specific consulting resources for small business owners.
Coworking:
This organization provides specific co-working spaces for small businesses.
Financing:
This organization provides specific financing resources for your small business.
Meeting:
This organization provides specific meeting spaces for small businesses.
Mentoring:
This organization provides specific mentoring opportunities for small business owners.
Networking:
This organization provides specific networking opportunities for small business owners.
Website:
This is the official website of the organization, where you can find out more about the resource and its services.
Contact E-Mail:
This is an e-mail used to communicate with the organization. Keep in mind there is more than one way to contact the organization (e.g. Facebook Messenger, Twitter, phone call)
Contact Phone Number:
This is a phone number used to communicate with the organization. Keep in mind there is more than one way to contact the organization (e.g. Facebook Messenger, Twitter, E-Mail)
