GET STARTED WITH NEON
START AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH NEON
What we do for businesses
Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or own an existing business, our business development and advising team will work with you to start, grow and thrive. See below for detailed information on becoming a NEON client.
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Training and workshops (the first step!)
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Co-working spaces
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Microgrants
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Marketplaces to test and sell products
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Small Business Loans
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Private offices
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And more!
STEP 1: Attend a workshop
ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BUSINESS? COME TO A WORKSHOP!
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The first step to becoming a NEON client is to attend a Thinking About Business (TAB) workshop. At these introductory sessions, you'll connect with a NEON Business Advisor who will walk you through the ins and outs of business ownership. No matter your starting point, Business Advisors work with you to assess your business ideas and help you create a business plan.
When: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month
Location: NEON Headquarters
Register: Click on the arrow below to sign up via Eventbrite.
We can't wait to see you.
STARTING A FOOD BUSINESS 101
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NEON's Food Business 101 workshop offers specialized training for food entrepreneurs. At this FREE workshop, which happens on the second Tuesday of every month from 06:00 pm – 7:30 pm, we'll walk you through the various licenses you'll need to start your food business.
Location: NEON Headquarters
Register: Click on the arrow below to sign up via Eventbrite.
Business development
BUSINESS ADVISING
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Chat with them about your business ideas! Together you'll come up with a customized strategy for launching and growing your business.
MARKETPLACES
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Looking for opportunities to test the viability of your products or services? Ready to hone your customer service skills? Our curated marketplace opportunities provide pathways to build your customer base by selling directly to customers.
Learn how to improve your product and service offerings and gather real-time customer feedback as you grow your business.