The United States Small Business Administration is a government-backed organization that focuses on helping small businesses in any way they can. Some of the ways which the SBA aims to assist its businesses are by providing Access to Capital, Entrepreneurial Development, Government Contracting, and Advocacy for your small business. With President Obama's recent emphasis on creating and keep jobs in America, the SBA is a great resource that will help your small business develop through many resources the government can provide.
Boston Capital Ventures manages private venture capital partnership funds for individual and institutional investors which invest in growth companies. The existing Boston Capital Ventures partnerships have attracted leading U.S. institutions and individuals from 16 countries as investors. BCV's proximity to one of the world's largest centers of entrepreneurial activity is an advantage in sourcing and managing its portfolio of investments.
If you think your team has what it takes and your company is ready to round out that next level of investment financing, here is a list of some of the top Angel investors in Boston. Financing a new venture is difficult and this is not a be-all end-all list, (your mom could be an Angel investor) but this list gives you the names of some of the most influential people in Boston when it comes to investing in small businesses. Also, follow the John Pierce Blog regularly for great advice and information about the entrepreneurial scene in Boston.
- OnGreen
Have a small business that helps make a positive impact on the environment, or reduces waste in any way? OnGreen is the world’s largest cleantech social marketplace. Members from across the globe work together, connecting the best ideas in cleantech to funding and expertise, translating IP into ROI. OnGreen focuses on attracting and connecting the best inventors (you) with investors to champion entrepreneurial projects to help make our world a greener and healthier place to live.