In Yuma, Arizona, a local non-profit organization is collaborating with other agencies to support local entrepreneurs. The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Arizona Western College is preparing to celebrate “Small Business Week” by organizing a resource fair. This event aims to provide attendees with information on how to start and expand their businesses.
Crystal Mendoza, the director of SBDC at Arizona Western College, stated that the resource fair will feature several agencies from Yuma County offering informational tables. Additionally, there will be presentations from various entities sharing how they can support entrepreneurs in the area. The goal is to provide valuable resources and guidance to aspiring business owners.
The resource fair is open to the public and free of charge. It is scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 2 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Junior Community Center, located at the corner of 13th Avenue and Third Street in Yuma. Those interested in attending can register online through a provided link.
Mendoza emphasized that the resource fair is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs in Yuma County to connect with other organizations that can help them succeed in their business ventures.
“We want this event to be an inclusive and informative experience for anyone who wants to start or grow a business,” Mendoza said.
During the resource fair, attendees will have access to information on topics such as marketing, finance, legal issues, and more.
The SBDC has been working closely with other organizations such as SCORE and the Small Business Administration (SBA) to organize this event.
“Collaborating with other organizations has allowed us to offer a more comprehensive range of resources for our attendees,” Mendoza said.
Overall, the resource fair aims to provide aspiring business owners with the tools they need to succeed in their ventures while also connecting them with valuable resources within their community.
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