SBDC (Small Business Development Center)
Housed at the Rutland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) offices, the Small Business Development Center provides free technical assistance to starting and growing small businesses. Operated through the Vermont State College System, SBDC links businesses with higher education, state and federal programs, as well as other businesses.
The SBDC offers in-depth counseling assistance at no cost to ensure more successful startups of new enterprises and to strengthen existing firms. With access to a comprehensive resource and information library, the SBDC can provide business planning assistance, marketing help, referrals and much more. In addition, SBDC periodically sponsors low-cost business training seminars on a variety of topics. For more information, contact our local Small Business Development specialist at REDC. 802-773-9147 x 209 www.vtsbdc.org

VMEC - The Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center
VMEC is a not-for-profit Center created to provide assistance to Vermont's small and medium size manufacturers (under 500 employees). VMEC's goal is to help your company improve its bottom line. VMEC provides one to one support and services. They help manufacturers solve problems, increase productivity, modernize processes and improve competitiveness. For assistance with your production concerns, please contact Brenda Kelly at VMEC
(802) 259-3712 www.vmec.org

RRWIB - Rutland Region Workforce Investment Board
Volunteers linking many Rutland County business and education communities to bridge the gap between the workforce of today and the one we need for tomorrow. Partners working to strengthen our economy by fostering relationships among employers, educators, and service providers to enable people to get the skills they need to find productive and rewarding work.
Contact: Nancy Burzon, Executive Director
802-293- 2044 njburzon@vermontel.net