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The Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center provides you with the following links as resources for your small business. Inclusion on this list does not indicate the expresses or implied endorsement of the Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center or its funding partners. Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs mission is to issue business and professional licenses, to insure compliance with the Territory's licensing laws; and to protect the health, safety, and rights of the consumer through assistance, education and enforcement of Virgin Islands consumer protection laws. Steps for obtaining a Business License in the U.S. Virgin Islands: (Information provided by the DLCA website):
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Learn about the services, programs and special initiatives of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
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Learn about the areas of focus of Delegate to Congress Donna M. Christensen.
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Message from the Governor:
My Administration is firmly committed to supporting economic development in the United States Virgin Islands. We boast a strong and rapidly growing economy that is evident with an unprecedented influx of business development to our islands on a daily basis. We are unique and our beloved Territory offers many benefits: We use U.S. Currency and have the protection of the U.S. flag and U.S. courts. Manufacturers have duty-free, quota-free access to the U.S. mainland with "Made in the USA" labels on many types. Our Economic Development Commission benefits help qualifying companies reduce their taxes and increase their profits and rivals any benefits package across the globe.
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The Office of the Lieutenant Governor through the Division of Corporations and Trademarks, serves as the registry for all corporate filings in the Virgin Islands. We develop the appropriate forms required to form a business entity, file all corporate documents as required by law and provide information to the public on a corporation's status, directors, officers and business purposes.
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What do Apple Computer, Hershey Chocolate, Mary Kay Cosmetics, and the Ford Motor Company have in common? They all started out as home based businesses. Over half of all U.S. businesses are based out of an owner's home. Starting a home based business has many rewards and challenges. This guide provides resources that will help you learn more about working out of your house, starting a home-based business, and managing your business within the law.
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elaws stands for "employment laws assistance for workers and small businesses". This Web site was developed to help employers and workers understand their rights and responsibilities under the federal employment laws administered by the U.S. Department of Labor. The elaws Advisors mimic the interaction an individual might have with a DOL representative by asking questions, providing information, and directing the individual to the appropriate resolution.
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These tools can be your first step towards small business success. Then, get advice to help you on your way.
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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the Federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. In doing this, the USPTO fulfills the mandate of Article I, Section 8, Clause 8, of the Constitution that the Executive branch "promote the progress of science and the useful arts by securing for limited times to inventors the exclusive right to their respective discoveries.
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Franchise Direct abounds with franchise opportunities. Try our directory for a comprehensive list of franchises for sale and business opportunities for sale. Let us guide you to the ideal franchise partner. Our directory represents top franchises and businesses.
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Starting your own business is not just about having a dream. There are real steps to ensure your business a successful start. So what are all of the things you should consider when launching your new brainchild?
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With an emphasis on problem-solving dating back to 1995, Business Owner’s Toolkit™ (www.toolkit.com) offers more than 5,000 pages of free cost-cutting tips, step-by-step checklists, real-life case studies, startup advice, and business templates to small business owners and entrepreneurs. The site also offers a monthly newsletter, up-to-date news topics, and Ask Alice!, a column that closely follows industry trends and provides trusted advice to inquiring site visitors.
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Banner design is effective way of promoting your business online and offline. An effective banner design campaign can increase your leads dramatically. The success of a banner advertisement depends upon how effectively a banner is designed. Apart from banner design it's also important where it is placed in your website, blog or any where over the internet.
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D. Jerry Garcia, Marketing Director for Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (EDA), talks with Maura Curley about marketing for small business
Leonor Dottin, Director for Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center (SBDC), speaks about services available to small business owners in St.Croix, St. Thomas and St. John
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