Scott County Small Business Support
NextStage business advisors provide individual and small group consulting for Scott County entrepreneurs at every stage of business development.
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In partnership with Scott County CDA.
Your Trusted Nonprofit Business Advisor
NextStage partners with Scott County CDA to provide business advising and financing for entrepreneurs who are ready to thrive at every stage of business development.
Plan
Still in the planning stage?
For new entrepreneurs, NextStage
can help you:
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Write a business plan
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Refine your concept
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Test your concept’s feasibility
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Compile sound financial projections
Start
Ready to Start?
For entrepreneurs ready to take concrete steps toward starting their business, NextStage is here to:
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Help you select an appropriate entity type and register your business
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Assist with licensing and compliance questions
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Review the requirements for your business to become an employer
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Provide support to set up an accounting system
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Offer direct financing at competitive rates for start-up costs, inventory, equipment and working capital
Thrive
Ready for the next level?
For established businesses looking to grow, NextStage will partner with you to:
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Build revenue, manage costs and cash flow, add employees and/or expand operations
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Secure capital, including assisting with application materials and referrals for:
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Direct financing
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Access to state and local financing programs
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Subordinate lending
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Ready to Get Started?
NextStage offers on-site, in-person meetings every Tuesday by appointment, at the Scott County Center for Entrepreneurship, 4601 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee. Virtual appointments are available Mon-Fri.
Contact a Business Advisor at scottco@nextstagemn.org for more information, or to schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.