Assistance for entrepreneurs

Do you already have a business? See an unmet need and want to start a business? Our Small Business specialist librarians have the expertise and tools to help! Connect with us to learn more about the industry you’re interested in, assess your competition, define your overall goals, create a business plan, and more.

Need help getting started? Email our Small Business and Nonprofit Department or call 419.259.5214 to set up an appointment. You can also sign up for our monthly Small Business Support newsletter.

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Find classes and programs presented by the Library to help you develop the skills to navigate entrepreneurship effectively and efficiently.

The Library offers access to several useful databases for small business owners, such as Reference Solutions, Mergent Intellect, and Linkedin Learning.

Visit our Databases page to learn more.

From local organizations like the ECDI, Women of Toledo, and the Small Business Development Center to state and even national resources, the Library can help you make the connections that add momentum to your small business.

Check out this list below of Small Business Assistance opportunities – many of which are free of charge to utilize!

Additional Business Resources

Business Associations and Local Chambers of Commerce

Local resources

State and federal resources