Louisiana Small Business Assistance
Several free counseling and training programs are available to help you get started and expand your small business. These services cover all aspects of starting and running a business, from getting a loan to developing business plans and marketing strategies.
- Louisiana Small Business Development Center
Free start-up advice, training and counseling services. - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - Louisiana District Office
Business development training programs and info on SBA loan programs.
SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives Association), a non-profit organization and SBA partner, offers free mentoring, business counseling and low-cost workshops.
Contact your local SCORE for small business development programs in your area:
There are also a number of local small business centers sponsored or partially funded by SBA that help women with start-up counseling and financial assistance: