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First Name:* Last Name:* Title:* Company Name:* Phone:* Physical Address:* Physical City:* Physical Zip:* Check this box if you have a different mailing address Mail Address: Mail City: Mail Zip: E-Mail: * How did you learn of the Fresno 4 Biz website? * Industry Cluster: Advanced Manufacturing Automotive Technology Bio-fuel/Renewable Energy Bio-Tech/Research Construction and Trades Distribution Food Processing Food Services Health Care Hospitality Information Technology Light Manufactoring Logistics & Supply Chain Non-Profit Recycling Retail Telecommunications Tourism Water Technology Not Applicable So that we may address your needs, how would you classify where your business currently is: Looking to start a business Existing New Business (1-3 Years) exsisting established business (4 years plus) Growth / Expansion Mode Have you previously been in contact with, or been provided assistance by, one of our partner agencies? If so, Please indicate which one(s) Workforce Connection and/or Business Services Center Economic Development Corporation serving Fresno County Small Business Development Center Fresno Community Development Financial Institution Better Business Bureau U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Department of Commerce U.S. Small Business Administration Central Valley SCORE Water, Energy and Technology Center Downtown Business Hub CSUF Lyles Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development I'm Starting a Business I want to start a business and need to know the process to follow. I would like inexpensive or free business workshops (locally) and webinars (online 24/7). I could use free tools, templates and tips for my new or existing business. I need help developing a marketing, business, or a strategic plan. I am interested in starting a home-based business, and need assistance on the process I would like help with selecting a site for my new business I need training or counseling to help me start my business. I have a new product or technology that I want to start a business with. I need help understanding the type(s) of permits and licenses my business needs. I Need Financial Assistance or Help Getting a Loan I need financing and am not sure where to start and what is required. I need help developing projections and packaging a loan application. I would like information on available Small Business Administration (SBA) loans I would like to learn more about sales and use tax requirements I would like to learn more about payroll tax requirements I have been declined on my business loan application. I want to buy or sell a business. Necesito asistencia de traducción para mi negocio del español al inglés. I need financial partner(s) for my existing or proposed business. My current business needs to be financially or operationally restructured. I need financial assistance for exporting. I would like assistance in protecting/factoring my foreign recievables. I would like information on available tax incentives and expemptions. I Want to Grow My Business I need assistance in determining if government procurement or certification is right for my business and how to do it. I am interested in learning more about importing and exporting opportunities I need business incubation to help my start/expand my business I need a board of directors, or mentorship, to help guide my company to the next level I have a technology that needs IP (intellectual property) protection. I am looking to move or expand into a new location and would like free assitance I own a business that is not earning the profit it should. I would like a no-cost energy efficiency assessment for my building/business. I Need Help With Staffing I need to hire pre-screened, qualified staff. I want to provide my staff with training to upgrade their skills. I have some opportunities to give youth (16-24) some on the job experience. I would like more information on the Employment Training Panel which provides funding for staff training. I would like free training on hiring tax credit programs. I Have General Business Questions I need technical assistance for my business in Spanish. What do I do if my business is a victim of fraud? I need information on a supplier of vendor. I need to report unlicensed activity of another business. How do I get my business rated by the Better Business Bureau. What do I do if someone is using my company name? I need a facility to do training or conduct a workshop (up to 100 people (Downtown). I need to expand my network and establish new business relationships I am in need of professional services (accounting, legal, insurance, construction, web design, etc.) and would like assistance identifying service providers. I need guidance on human resources related topics. I May Need to Lay Off Staff or Close Down My Business I need to layoff staff. I'm closing my business. My business is struggling, and I need help so I don't have to close. I am relocating my business. General Comments (300 characters max) I acknowledge and accept that the information submitted in this form will be shared among Fresno4Biz partners only for the purpose of assisting my business.*