Startup Guide
You don't have to do it alone! Locate resources that can help you start a business in Central Florida!
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Growth Guide
Are you focused on growing your business? Learn how to accelerate and penetrate new markets.
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Licensing Guide
Learn about the license(s) you’ll need to operate a business in 6 Central Florida counties.
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Funding Guide
Ready for a cash infusion? Learn how to properly apply for a business loan, grant and alternate funding.
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International Trade
Ready to go global? Discover the steps to get started on your way to exporting and importing!
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Research Guide
Gather the right resources to get your questions answered for your idea or existing business.
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Certifications Guide
Find and win more bids and contracts with relevant certifications in place for your business.
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Government Contracting
This guide explains how to grow your business by having federal, state, and local governments as customers!
View Government GuideWhat is BizLink Orange?
BizLink Orange’s mission is to accelerate the growth and development of Central Florida’s small business community. By providing “How-To” resource guides, personal action plans, a region-wide business calendar and the powerful resource navigator, entrepreneurs now have easy online access to Central Florida’s vast array of business assistance organizations. BizLink Orange is funded by Orange County Government and managed by the National Entrepreneur Center.
A Message from Orange County Mayor Demings
Orange County is proud to be the founding sponsor of BizLink Orange! Together with the National Entrepreneur Center, we are working together to serve our six-county Central Florida region. We are excited to share this resource to further our support and investment in our region’s thriving entrepreneurship and innovation economy! Learn more about our partnership in this video message from Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings.
Regional Business Calendar
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Regional Events Calendar
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Create Your Website: 3 Key Pages
Create Your Website: 3 Key Pages
Publishing your website can feel like a daunting task. Even with a template that takes care of the look and feel of your website, you still need to create the content for […]
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Government Contracting: Overview
Government Contracting: Overview
Federal, State, and Local Government procurement is the largest target market in the world. The question is usually not “Does the government buy what you are selling?”…it is more “Can […]
Building Your Business Plan
Building Your Business Plan
Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan […]
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Preparing Your Business Bookkeeping for Year-End
Preparing Your Business Bookkeeping for Year-End
Keeping your accounting records current throughout the year is important so you know what areas of your business are thriving and what areas might need immediate attention. At the end […]
How to Start Your Business
How to Start Your Business
If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This course will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how […]
Starting Your New Business
Starting Your New Business
This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes, and insurance. We explain what […]
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SBA Resources for Veterans
SBA Resources for Veterans
The SBA Office of Veterans Business Development’s (OVBD) mission is to maximize the availability, applicability, and usability of small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their […]
Conquer the Chaos
Conquer the Chaos
Based on the book by Keap founders, Clate Mask & Scott Martineau, titled “Conquer the Chaos”, this presentation will help you better understand the chaos so you can stop running […]
7 Tips for Success on LinkedIn
7 Tips for Success on LinkedIn
Want to know how over 700,000,000 members and 30 million businesses are using LinkedIn to: • promote their business to existing and potential customers? • find qualified leads? • open […]
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How to Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
How to Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
Join us and learn how to tap into the power of YouTube. Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services […]
SBA Workshop Update: Small Business Certifications Managed by SBA
SBA Workshop Update: Small Business Certifications Managed by SBA
This presentation provides an understanding of the various certifications impacted by SBA and discussed eligibility criteria and the application process. To aid your business to make effective connections with the […]
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Canada: It’s More Than Snowbirds
Canada: It’s More Than Snowbirds
Winter is coming, and that means that our friends from Canada will soon be arriving for their annual visit to Florida’s warm and sunny climate. But did you know that […]
Marketing for Business Success
Marketing for Business Success
A webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small businesses, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of […]
Holiday Business After Hours
Holiday Business After Hours
Join us for a Business After Hours to kick off the holiday season and end the year with a bang. It’s been a great year for Central Florida’s business community. […]
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Marketing Your Business
Marketing Your Business
For people who want to obtain a trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service, or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains […]
Don Quijote Awards
Don Quijote Awards
The Don Quijote Awards recognize successful businesses and individuals who have demonstrated the qualities exemplified by the classic literary character of Don Quijote: visionary and courageous dreamers who have taken […]
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The Supply Chain of Tomorrow in China: Today
The Supply Chain of Tomorrow in China: Today
Are you an entrepreneur looking to take your product from concept to market? Or a small business that is frustrated by problems sourcing components from China and not sure where […]
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Holiday Awards Ceremony Luncheon
Holiday Awards Ceremony Luncheon
You are invited to attend NAWBO Orlando’s Inaugural Women Who Win Holiday Awards Ceremony Luncheon. And, NAWBO members can nominate women business owners for an award. If you are a […]
QuickBooks Power User
QuickBooks Power User
Join us for this QuickBooks online class to learn about the basic reports and how to create them for your company. We will also discuss the Receipts functions within the […]
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Cultivating Alignment and Flow
Cultivating Alignment and Flow
It’s such an amazing practice to create new years resolutions and set intentions to accomplish goals and improve our lives. Yet, many of us are left with disappointments and regrets […]
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Virtual Event: OCLS Business Resources for Entrepreneurs
Virtual Event: OCLS Business Resources for Entrepreneurs
Join us for a live webinar on using OCLS business databases for startup, company development and competitive advantage. Topics include company and industry research, consumer demographics and trends, marketing, and […]
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Get Connected with the Central Florida Ecosystem
Growth Companies
If your company is experiencing high growth in revenue or in employees, you may be experiencing a different set of challenges than when you were just getting started.
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Investors
If you are an investor looking for companies that might fit your investment strategy, you have come to the right place.
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Job Seekers
If you are looking for a job, or even a side-hustle, BizLink Orange is here to help.
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Volunteers
A great way to stay involved in your community and to meet some amazing people is to volunteer with a local organization.
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Inspiring stories from local entrepreneurs and support organizations.
Why You Should Connect with BizLink Orange
Central Florida Business Owners
For entrepreneurs in Central Florida, (Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Brevard, and Volusia Counties) business building help is just a click away with BizLink Orange! It doesn’t matter what phase of business development you are in, BizLink Orange can connect you to entrepreneurial support organizations that are right for you with a simple search of our powerful Resource Navigator. Whether you are evaluating a new business idea, getting a new business started, pitching for capital, or pursuing international trade, there’s a variety of business support organizations that are ready and waiting to help you and your business! You don’t have to do it alone when help is just a click away. Why not check it out? You may be surprised to see what you have been missing.
Small Business Resource Partners
If you are a non-profit entrepreneurial support organization (ESO), BizLink Orange can connect your organization to all those small businesses that are looking for the assistance you provide. By coordinating the small business development efforts of our region, BizLink Orange provides higher visibility for you while making it easy for entrepreneurs to locate the help they need. Get connected to BizLink Orange and join the collaboration of over 40 regional ESO’s dedicated to the growth and development of businesses throughout Central Florida.
Inclusive Growth
The regional collaboration and support from our Resource Partners, and community funders, have provided Central Florida with inclusive opportunities for economic growth and small business development. Together we are working to build a lasting footprint of entrepreneurial opportunities for generations to come.
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BizLink Orange Founding Sponsor
National Entrepreneur Center Investors
