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ECDI Business Resource Center

Ready to take your business to the next level? 
Find all the support and resources you need to grow.

At ECDI, we know it takes more than loan funding to cultivate a successful small business. Whether you're just starting out, or running an established business, we're here to help you level-up your business, and your business skills. 

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Offerings

  • Free support for all entrepreneurs (mentoring, training, and more) 

  • Paid membership options with additional services for varying sizes of businesses and budgets 

  • Range of services to meet your needs from start-up, to scaling up, and beyond

  • General business support as well as specialized and industry-specific programs

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Explore our programs

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WOMEN'S BUSINESS CENTERS OF OHIO

Expertise to guide entrepreneurs at any stage of the business process through advice, coaching, and access to free tools.

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VETERANS BUSINESS OUTREACH CENTER

A dedicated resource for service members, veterans, and military spouses looking to start or grow a business. 

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FOOD BUSINESS INCUBATION SERVICES

Specialized food industry resources, with peer and expert mentorship. Includes the Food Fort Commercial Commissary in Columbus, Ohio.

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GENERAL ENTREPRENEUR
 

For whatever your business needs are, here's a general program to get you started through coaching, workshops, and more.​​

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Support Small Businesses Today

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The Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI) is one of the top U.S. SBA intermediary microlenders with a mission to invest in people to create measurable and enduring social and economic change. ECDI provides responsible, affordable lending and comprehensive small business development services to help meet the needs of small businesses. ECDI’s target population includes low-moderate income individuals and those otherwise precluded from funding from a traditional financial institution.

Phone: 1-888-210-3039

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