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Business Development
Building and Sustaining a Business

Existing and prospective businesses can do several things to better fulfill their commitment to the investors, employees, customers, and communities that make their business successful. Information in the following areas can help businesses attract quality workers, loyal customers, and new investors.

  • Getting Started. The fundamentals of getting a business up and running.


  • Management. Managing the operations, marketing, human resources, accounting/financial reporting, and financing functions of your business.


  • Operations. Getting your business to produce the highest quality product or deliver the highest quality service at the lowest possible cost and with the best technology available.


  • Marketing. Determining what your customers at home and abroad want—and how to deliver it to them.


  • Human Resources. Managing employees in a way that motivates them to perform at their potential and that enhances the competitiveness of your company.


  • Accounting and Financial Reporting. Maintaining accurate and timely financial records that provide critical information to investors and regulatory agencies.


  • Networking and Mentoring. Become a better entrepreneur and manager by networking with peers and with experienced entrepreneurs and managers.

This section also offers state-level resources—a list of organizations and agencies that provide information on financing, as well as business tips and tools.


Business Development
Sources of Funding
Best Practices
Examples of ARC Business Development Projects
Research and Data
News & Events
Education and Training
Spotlight on Business Development Themes
Building and Sustaining a Business
Attracting Financing Sources
State-level Resources