Business Assistance Web Links for businesses located in Xenia and Greene County, OH
 The Xenia Area Chamber of Commerce has an enhanced on-line recruiting tool to offer our members beginning January 1, 2006 - GreaterDaytonWorks.com. Chamber members can utilize the UNLIMITED JOB POSTING FUNCTION, AT NO COST, courtesy of DPL Energy.
On-line recruiting can cost upwards of $100 per ad depending on the vendor and length of time advertised. While NationJob has served many in the community well, partners and businesses have asked for more; therefore, DPL Energy has partnered with the Chamber to bring our members a more robust, regionalized program.
Womens Resource Collaborative
Supports women in business or career transition by providing resources to achieve personal and economic prosperity
GreeneWorks
SBA
The United States Small Business Administration provides numerous programs for small business and information for start-ups, in addition to loans. To find out more about an SBA loan, call our local SBA loan officer, Missy Frost with Greene County Department of Development.
Telephone: 937-562-5644
On-line Training available through SBA
1st Stop Business Connection
The 1st Stop Business Connection, a program sponsored by the Ohio Department of Development’s Small Business Development Centers and the U.S. Small Business Administration, provides FREE state-level information needed to get started or continue on your entrepreneurial journey. This is a great site for leading you through what is needed to start a business in Ohio.
Ohio Labor Market Information
Your source for reports and data about employment levels, unemployment rates, wages and earnings, employment projections, jobs, training resources and careers
Small Business Ombudsman for Ohio
The Small Business Ombudsman serves as a guide and advocate for small business owners as they interact with state government agencies. The Ombudsman will review and refer inquiries to the agencies only after the small business owner has worked to resolve the issues through the normal course of business with the agency
Small Business Development Center of Ohio
Whether you're starting your business, expanding your business, or just looking to stay in business, the Small Business Development Centers of Ohio (SBDCs of Ohio) can help with professional guidance by connecting you with research, financing sources, and training opportunities.
Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Classes
The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Division of Safety & Hygiene Training Center offers 61 occupational safety, health, and ergonomic courses in twelve locations statewide. All courses are offered at no additional cost to Ohio employers who pay into the Ohio workers' compensation insurance fund. Courses are designed to emphasize practical application of safety principles, to help develop a safety culture, and to provide current and proposed standards for regulatory compliance.
Department of Labor Compliance Information
Do you need information about Wage and Hour Laws, FMLA, Termination Issues, Federal Posters? This is the place for you.
Ohio Business Gateway
Ohio Department of Taxation's business taxpayers may now register their business and obtain a license (if applicable) via OBG. Taxpayers can select the registration/license that they need or choose to be guided by a series of questions that will identify the proper registration/license needed for the business. The taxpayer will then complete the on-line registration form and provide any required ACH payment information. OBG sends the registration data and ACH payment information directly to ODT, and the taxpayer will be able to immediately print the license(s).
Ohio Department of Taxation
Find out more about the sweeping tax changes enacted by the State of Ohio. Commercial Activity Tax Hotline is 888-722-8829.
Internal Revenue Service
Information about starting and ending a business, federal tax requirements, forms, etc. are all available on this website.
NASA's "Share the Technology" Program
Did you know that NASA has a Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP) that might provide your business with up to 40 hours of free technical assistance? Find out more at the above link.
Micromentor
A free, Web-based service that connects low-income start-ups and business owners with successful business owners and managers with advice on counciling.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Download forms, brochures, worksheets, and posters to help your business prepare a disaster plan.
Junior Achievement Website for young entrepreneurs
Mindyourownbiz.org is a new website launched through a partnership between Junior Achievement and the U. S. Small Business Administration for young entrepreneurs.
SBA Site for Teens
This site provides examples of teenagers who have started successful businesses.
McGohan Brabender Learning Center
McGohan Brabender, a Xenia Chamber investor, has released a schedule of courses offered FREE through their Learning Center. Nearly all Learning Center classes are available for continuing education credits depending on your professional accreditation. HR, Accountancy and Insurance Professionals can all earn credits which go towards satisfying continuing education needs.
Free Conflict Management and Mediation Resources
Dana Mediation and the Mediation Training Institute International offer free tools, articles, teleconferences, and other resources in their mission to raise public awareness about the costs and consequences of unmanaged conflict.
Legal Information
Coolidge, Wall, Womsley & Lombard, Partners of Chamber Investor Coolidge, Wall, Finlay, Johnson & Beard, LLC, offer significant valuable on their website under "Practice Areas."
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