Community & Business Links
Business Plan Road Map
This site, sponsored by the Small Business Administration, provides information and guidance for starting your own business. It focuses specifically on developing a business plan.
Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana
The Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana serves as the coordinating economic development organization for Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick, and Gibson counties. It seeks to maximize the strengths of the region to retain area businesses and attract new businesses.
Entrepreneur.com
This online publication provides information and resources on a wide variety of topics important to small businesses, including technology, management, and human resources.
Evansville Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Evansville Convention and Visitors Bureau has information on Evansville events and attractions; quality full- and limited-service hotels; and restaurants to suit any taste. With warm, friendly residents and a convenient location in the heart of the Midwest, Evansville is a safe, secure city. It's the ideal destination for your next day trip, weekend getaway, family gathering, group tour, sporting event, small business meeting, or large convention.
Evansville, Indiana
Official city site
Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA)
As a non-profit economic development organization, the IEDA seeks to maximize the knowledge and resources of the Association to promote economic development activities in the state.
Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC)
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation is the state’s leading economic development agency. It was established to respond to the needs of businesses in the state. The IEDC offers several incentive programs for businesses currently in Indiana or those seeking to relocate to the state.
Indiana Main Street
Indiana Main Street provides economic support and professional assistance to participating communities. Indiana Main Street encourages the revitalization and restoration of downtown areas in Indiana cities and towns. As the traditional heart and hub of government, commerce, justice, and social interaction, the downtown business district portrays a city's overall image.
Indiana Workforce Development
This state department manages and implements innovative employment programs and facilitates regional economic growth initiatives for Indiana.
Innovation Pointe
Innovation Pointe is the Entrepreneurial Division of the Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville. Located in the heart of Downtown Evansville at 318 Main Street, Innovation Pointe strives to assist in the creation and growth of new businesses in the Evansville area to increase the wealth of our city and people.
National Trust Main Street Center
The National Trust Main Street Center is a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The Center is the nation’s leader in preservation-based revitalization, providing assistance, information, and leadership to grassroots organizations around the country.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
The Small Business Administration focuses on providing aid, counseling, and assistance, and working to protect the interests of small businesses across the nation. The SBA maintains an extensive network of field offices, and partners with public and private organizations to help Americans start, build, and grow businesses.
Southwestern Indiana Chamber of Commerce
The Southwestern Indiana Chamber of Commerce seeks to foster an innovative business, educational, and cultural environment that allows local businesses to excel in a global marketplace. The Chamber provides members with numerous benefits, including retail and service assistance, manufacturing assistance, and workforce development.
Southwestern Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
The SBDC offers free business counseling and low-cost seminars to assist businesses in Southwestern Indiana.
Vanderburgh County
Official county site
WorkOne Evansville
WorkOne Evansville provides invaluable services to businesses in the Tri-State area, including monthly business seminars, WorkKeys® job profiling, labor market information, and job-opening advertisement.