This is a glossary of terms used in the [[Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston]].
===='''Name''':<br />====
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''':<br />====
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.
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===='''Non-Profit Status''':<br />====
Is this organization a [[SBDE Non-Profit Corporations | non-profit]] or a [[SBDE For-Profit Corporations|for-profit]]? Generally, non-profits exist to provide a public service.
===='''Cost''':<br />====
How much does it cost to use the particular resource?
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===='''Developmental Stage:''' <br />====
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. <br />
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===='''[[SBDE_Resources_for_Minorities|Minorities]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific resources for minority small business owners.
===='''[[SBDE_Resources_for_Women|Women]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific resources for female small business owners.
===='''[[SBDE_Education|Education]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific education resources for small business owners.
===='''[[SBDE Certification|Certification]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific certification resources for small businesses and their owners.
===='''[[SBDE Consulting|Consulting]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific consulting resources for small business owners.
===='''[[SBDE Co-Working Space|Coworking]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific co-working spaces for small businesses.
===='''[[SBDE Financing|Financing]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific financing resources for your small business.
===='''[[SBDE Meeting Space|Meeting]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific meeting spaces for small businesses.
===='''[[SBDE Mentoring|Mentoring]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific mentoring opportunities for small business owners.
===='''[[SBDE Networking|Networking]]:''' <br />====
This organization provides specific networking opportunities for small business owners.
===='''Website:''' <br />====
This is the official website of the organization, where you can find out more about the resource and its services.
===='''Contact E-Mail:''' <br />====
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:''' <br />====
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)