North Georgia Technical College - Small Business Resource Center
Resources include:
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NGTC libraries (2)
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Internet Access
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Videos
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Books
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One-on-One assistance
fchas@northgatech.edu -
Statewide Contacts - MESO
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Financial Connections
www.acenorthgeorgia.org -
Non-Credit Courses
(link to Cont. Ed. page)
Email: fchas@northgatech.edu
North Georgia Technical College
1500 Highway 197N
P.O. Box 65
Clarkesville, GA 30523
Last updated on 15-July-04
FChastain
The NGTC -SBRC mission is to bring together communities in order to create an awareness of the value and potential of the entrepreneur and economic development in northeast Georgia and to help communities create a culture of economic prosperity that values and appreciates the efforts of local entrepreneurs.
The NGTC -SBRC goals include providing avenues to entrepreneurs for education, awareness, information, networking, support and technical resources
“Entrepreneurship is the critical force behind innovation and new wealth creation—the key drivers of our country’s economic growth.” (NCOE commissioners)
“If there’s one thing that nearly all entrepreneurs want and need, it’s the opportunity to network with their peers and share new ideas and war stories. This was as true in the old economy as it is in today’s economy. After all, the Lion’s Club and Rotary Club are not just about charity; they generate business contacts as well. The need for such networking is probably even greater today. More people are starting businesses or at least dreaming about doing so, and the number of existing small businesses is near all time highs. These new or aspiring entrepreneurs can learn on the job, or they can learn from the best teachers of all: other entrepreneurs. Local entrepreneurship networks offer the most effective path for this kind of shared experience.”
“Networks aren’t just good for individual businesses; they help promote regional economic growth as well. Regions with strong networks for entrepreneurs tend to have stronger track records in terms of new business starts and fast-growing businesses. Communities seeking to encourage local entrepreneurship should consider policies and programs that help create and nurture support networks for entrepreneurs.” (http://www.ncoe.org/)