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We Know Business – and Our Experts Can Help
Grow bigger and better with guidance from Fairfax County EDA and resources across Fairfax NOVA. We provide business coaching and mentoring services through an established partnership with SCORE — a recognized resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Business mentors offer expertise ranging from tech consultancy and integration to business growth strategy and financial management.
Entrepreneurs and business owners can connect with SCORE counselors via virtual appointments,available every Wednesday and Thursday by advance appointment only. To request a meeting with a SCORE counselor at the FCEDA office, call 703-790-0600 or look online at www.washingtondc.score.org.
Foundational Guidance for Business
Fast Facts
SCORE Mentors with A Combined 150+ Years of Experience Available in Fairfax NOVA
Fairfax County EDAOne-on-One SCORE Counseling, Mentoring and House Calls for Business Review
Fairfax County EDAYears of Mentoring & Advice from Mason SBDC at George Mason University - Mason Enterprise Center
Mason Enterprise CenterUnexpected Cities Perfect for Entrepreneurs (Fairfax County)
Livability, 2023Business Support for Every Stage
Connect with local industry experts in Fairfax NOVA to acclimate faster, staff stronger and pursue new pathways to success. Resident mentors from the Mason Enterprise Center (MAC) at George Mason University have provided over 40 years of dedicated service to entrepreneurs and small businesses. In partnership with the Virginia Small Business Development Center (SBDC), MAC offers business analysis and small group trainings while the Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) offers government procurement counseling services and aggregates bidding opportunities.
Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Mentorship
Fairfax NOVA boasts a vibrant ecosystem of dynamic incubators like the Community Business Partnership (CBP)’s Business Incubation Center. CBP helps small businesses in the region access available venture capital funding, collectively fostering the growth and development of startups to reach their next level of success. In 2020, CBP administered Fairfax County’s RISE program, providing over $52 million in small grants to more than 4,800 businesses. The nonprofit organization also provides several financing programs including microloans and a revolving loan designed to assist minority-owned businesses.
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