Helpful Links, Webinars, Articles, and Resources on everything Small Business. Working together with the Cape May County BizHub we are proud to present the GWCOC Business Tool Kit.
CMCbizHub.com
- The Cape May County BizHub provides FREE local One-on-One Small Business Consultations
- Free Local Seminars: CMCbizhub.com/news-events
- Resources: cmcbizhub.com/resources
- Workforce Development Opportunities
- Credit & Non-Credit Business Courses, & Professional Certifications
- Free General Market Research Resources, Office Space, Lending Library
NJSBDC.com
- Free Consultations, Webinars, Events, Templates, and Guides
SCORE.org
- Free Consultations, Recorded Webinars, and Templates
SBA.gov
- Loan options, General Small Business Support, Templates, and Articles
Business.NJ.gov
- Guides to Plan, Start, Operate, and Grow a business in NJ
NJEDA.gov
- Grants, Loan Options
Writing a Business Plan
Writing a successful business plan starts with research and a solid template but is typically best supported with help. Engage the Cape May County BizHub, NJSBDC, or SCORE to work one on one for free with a business coach or mentor.
SBA Article: Write your Business Plan
https://www.sba.gov/counseling/plan-your-business/#business-plan
Business Plan and Financial Templates from SCORE:
https://www.score.org/business-planning-financial-statements-template-gallery/
SCORE Webinar: Writing a Business Plan
https://www.score.org/tx/austin/business-education/writing-a-winning-business-plan-4/
SCORE Webinar: How to Write a Business Plan
https://www.score.org/ca/orange-county/business-education/how-to-write-a-business-plan-6/
Starting & Registering a Small Business
Step By step instructions for Planning, Starting, Operating, and Growing your business in NJ.
NJ Business Action Center (NJ BAC) Starting a New Business Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/nj-new-business-checklist.pdf
NJ BAC Industry Starter Kits
https://business.nj.gov/pages/starter-kits
NJ BAC Catering and Restaurant Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/catering-and-restaurant-2019-09-R1.pdf
NJ BAC Food Truck Check List
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/food-truck-2019-09-R1.pdf
NJ BAC Home Improvement Contractor Checklist
https://www.nj.gov/state/bac/assets/pdf/quick-start/home-improvement-contractor-2019-09-R1.pdf
Funding Your Business
SBA Funding Guide: SBA Funding Guide: Fund Your Business
SCORE Webinar: Access to Capital in 2026
SCORE Resource: Funding Your Business
Commercial Loans: Typically require 2-3 years of tax returns showing profitable operations. These types of loans are harder to qualify for but usually have better terms and rates. Contact GWCOC at 609-729-4000 and we will be happy to put you in contact with our Chamber Members.
SBA Loans: Loans for startups, buying real Estate, or Business Expansion
- SBA 7A Loans Guide
- SBA 504 Loans Guide
- SCORE SBA Loans Webinar: SBA Loans Opportunities- Programs, Benefits & Eligibility
Micro Loans: Loans Typically under $50K, startups qualify
CBAC & RBAC are some of the local not for profit microloan lenders that provide loans under $50,000 to small businesses and startups:
- CBAC: Cooperative Business Assistance Corporation
- RBAC: Regional Business Assistance Corporation
- UCEDC: A non-profit Economic Development Corporation
Self-Funding/Crowdfunding
Grants For Small Businesses
NJ Grants and financing assistance programs:
https://business.nj.gov/funding
The NJ Economic Development Authority (NJEDA):
- The Small Business Lease Grant
- Small Business Improvement Grant Program
- Ecommerce Support Program
https://www.njeda.gov/financing-and-incentives/
USDA.gov
- Rural Business Enterprise Grant
- Rural Development Loan & Grant Assistance
- Beginner Farmers and Ranchers
https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services
Grants.gov
SCORE Grant Articles:
How to get a small business grant:
https://www.score.org/articles/how-get-a-small-business-grant/
Grant Writing for Small Businesses:
https://www.score.org/grant-writing-for-small-businesses/
Taxes and Accounting
SBA Guides:
Opening a business bank account:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/launch-your-business/open-business-bank-account
Manage and pay business taxes:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/
Manage your business finances:
https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/manage-your-finances
IRS Small Business Tax Workshop
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrHjqFa9WPk
SCORE Tax & Accounting Articles & Webinars:
How to Choose the Right Small Business Accounting Software
https://www.score.org/articles/how-choose-right-small-business-accounting-software/
Bookkeeping Essentials:
https://www.score.org/business-education/bookkeeping-essentials-every-small-business-owner-needs/
Key Financial Documents Every Small Business Should Know
Small Business Tax Questions- Ask a CPA
https://www.score.org/business-education/small-business-tax-questions-ask-cpa-2023/
NJSBDC :
NJSBDC Webinar: Accounting for Small Businesses - Navigating the Financials
Insurance
SBA Guide to Business Insurance
SCORE Articles on Business Insurance
- https://www.score.org/mn/twin-cities/business-education/insurance-basics-small-businesses-14/
- https://www.score.org/resource/article/risk-insurance-what-every-business-owner-should-know
SCORE Webinar on Small Business Insurance
NJSBDC Webinar on Small Business Insurance
Women Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Women owned Businesses.
Marketing
SBA
SBA Marketing Guide: Managing Your Business-Marketing & Sales
SCORE
SCORE Marketing and Sales Templates
SCORE Startup Marketing Basics Checklist
SCORE eGuide: What's Your Digital Marketing Success Plan?
SCORE eGuide: Elements of a Good Marketing Plan
NJSBDC
NJSBDC Webinar: Basics of Email Marketing for Small Businesses
NJSBDC Webinar: How to Start Marketing Your Small Business
Minority Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Black and Hispanic Owned Businesses.
Artificial Intelligence and Small Business
SCORE
- SCORE Webinar: Online Workshop: Artificial Intelligence
SCORE Webinar: Getting the most out of AI
SCORE Webinar: Online Workshop: Artificial Intelligence for Small Business: A Practical Guide
NJSBDC
NJSBDC Webinar: Using Simple Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Marketing
Veteran/Disabled Veteran Owned Business
SCORE.org under "Workshops & Events" - "Recorded Webinars" has a wide variety of videos specifically for Veteran Owned Businesses.
New Jersey Small Business Manual
Educational Opportunities available to Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce Members and Businesses in Cape May County.
Atlantic Cape Community College
For a complete list of classes currently available, please visit:
Cape May County biz-Hub
For a complete list of classes currently available, please visit:
Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce
Social Media Virtual Social Media Workshop - FREE Zoom Class
2027 Classes Coming Soon
Pre-Registration required.
CPR - 2027 Dates Coming Soon
Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce Office - 3306 Pacific Avenue Wildwood, NJ 08260
Pre-Registration required. Class limited to 25 people.
Visit: http://gwcoc.org or call 609-729-4000
NJ Small Business Development Center at Stockton University (NJSBDC)
For a complete list of classes currently available, please visit:
