The Broward Alliance
www.browardalliance.org

Mission is to lead Broward County in building a stronger and more diversified economy by: promoting increased public/private sector collaboration; delivering business development initiative focused on new investment and job growth; enhancing the competitiveness of Broward’s business climate; driving regional initiatives.

110 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 1990
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 524-3113

Broward County Commission
Office of Economic Development
www.broward.org/econdev

Works closely with its partners, The Broward Alliance, Port Everglades, Aviation, Convention & Visitors Bureau and many other Broward County agencies to promote the county as a first class business destination.

115 S. Andrews Ave., Suite A-540
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 357-6155

Enterprise Development Corporation
www.edc-tech.org

The Enterprise Development Corporation’s (EDC) mission is to facilitate the creation and growth of science and technology companies that will have a long-term positive economic impact.

3701 FAU Blvd., Suite 210
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 620-8494

Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI)
www.eflorida.com

This public/private partnership is responsible for leading statewide economic development efforts, diversifying Florida’s economy and creating better paying jobs.

800 North Magnolia Ave., Suite 1100
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 956-5600

Florida Enterprise Zone Program
www.floridaenterprisesone.com

Offers sustainable tax relief and other incentives by locating or expanding into a geographic area targeted by the State for revitalization.

City of Lauderhill
3800 Inverrary Blvd., Suite 107
Lauderhill, FL 33319
(954) 777-2045

Research Parks at FAU
www.research-park.org/deerfield.aspx

Partners are able to interact with the University community and take advantage of its facilities, technology transfers and expertise.  Typical programs include applied and joint funded research, customized educational programs, availability of faculty and students to work for the industry partner on a part-time basis, and the participation of the industry partner’s professional staff in advance degree programs.

Deerfield Beach Research Park
1501 FAU Research Blvd.,
Deerfield Beach, FL 33301
(561) 416-6092

Florida Regional Minority Business Council
www.frmbc.org

A non-for-profit corporation established to foster the development and expansion of minority-owned businesses.  The organization is committed to building mutually beneficial relationships between businesses and corporate and government buyers.

Broward College
225 East Las Olas Blvd., 6th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(305) 762-6151

Metro Broward Economic Development Corporation
www.metrobroward.org

Offer alternative financing through credit enhancement to minorities who cannot obtain conventional loans.  The facility also offers a small business incubator for emerging professional services companies.

3627 W. Broward Blvd.
Fort. Lauderdale, FL 33312
(954) 587-3755

Minority Business Enterprise Center
www.mbdcsouthflorida.org

Provides management, technical assistance, construction services, free seminars and training.  The MBEC is an SBA Certified Loan Intermediary that helps to prequalify and obtain loans and bonding.  The MBEC also helps to find government and corporate contracts and helps to prepare bids and various government certifications.

3440 Hollywood Blvd., suite 140
Hollywood, FL 33021
(800) 730-5881

SCORE
www.score.org

SCORE offers free and confidential small business advice.

299 East Broward Blvd., Federal Bldg., Suite 123
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 356-7263

Small Business Development Center
www.floridaSBDC.org/Broward

Offers one-on-one consultation, business seminars, loan pre-equal program, business resources and more.

111 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 530
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 762-5201

South Florida Regional Planning Council
www.sfrpc.com

Identifies the long-term challenges and opportunities facing Southeast Florida and assists the region’s leaders in developing and implementing creative strategies that result in more prosperous and equitable communities.  Also, provides financing assistance through the organization’s revolving loan fund.

3440 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 140
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 985-4416

US Dept. of Commerce/Export Asst. Center
www.buyusa.gov/florida

Provides counseling and a variety of products and services to assist small and mid-size US businesses export their products and services.

200 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1600
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 356-6640

Florida First Capital Finance Corp. (FFCFC)
www.ffcfc.com

Charted for the primary purpose of promoting and assisting the growth and development of small business by assisting with the SBA 504 and 7a loan programs as well as the Florida recycling Loan Program.

777 E. Atlantic Ave., Suite C2
Delray Beach, FL 33483
(561) 265-4210

Florida Manufacturing Extension Partnership
www.floridamep.org

Florida MEP is a non-profit service available to every manufacturer in the stat to help them compete more effectively in the global marketplace.  Improved efficiency, elimination of waste, international certifications, integration into global supply chains and networking Florida businesses with the resources they need to become more profitable.

1180 Celebration Blvd., # 103
Celebration, FL 34747
(321) 939-4000
tsilab@floridamep.org

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
www.sba.gov

SBA programs and services support you, the small business person. Learn about SBA-backed loans, government contracting opportunities, disaster assistance and training programs to help your business succeed.

U.S. Small Business Administration
409 3rd St., SW
Washington, D.C. 20414
1-800-827-5722

Women Business Center

The Office of Women’s Business Ownership (OWBO) exists to establish and oversee a network of Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) throughout the United States and its territories.  Through the management and technical assistance provided by the WBCs, entrepreneurs, especially women who are economically or socially disadvantaged, are offered comprehensive training and counseling on a vast array of topics in many languages to help them start and grow their own businesses.

South Florida District Office
100 S. Biscayne Blvd-7th Floor
Miami, FL 33131
Phone: 305-536-5521