Small Business Programs

• One-On-One Business Development Assistance: Work with a Small Business Specialist to navigate business challenges, increase business skills, and drive sales.
• One-On-One Business Counseling
• Business Certification Assistance: Interested in obtaining your MBE/ WBE Certification? Fill out this form today. RIBBA also educates members on why certification with the state of Rhode Island can increase their contracting opportunities, and help increase their capacity to bid with larger-scale public and private contracts.
• Business Mentorship: Work with a business owner to gain the perspective and confidence needed to grow and sustain your business.
• Marketing & Social Media Support: Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to take advantage of social media, e-mail and social networks—like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram—to market products and services, engage with existing customers, and reach new ones.
• Financial Analysis: Work with a Small Business Specialist to evaluate the financial performance of your business. This involves analyzing financial statements, ratios, and other financial data to gain insights into your company’s financial health.
• Workforce Development:  RIBBA offers leadership, training and development for your employees, development that aim to maximize their job success and career pathway.
• Trainings & Workshops: RIBBA offers quality educational opportunities including leadership and mentorship training programs aims to build capacity and develop necessary professional skills. We also offer business development resources that help our members manage and grow successful businesses, such as the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program.
• Website Development: Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to ensure your website is user-focused, easy to navigate, and SEO-friendly. This helps to reach more customers, boost sales, and increase revenue.
• Legal Services: Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to support you and your business and achieve your goals with expert advice and skilled representation. It is best to have law support on your side to help prevent issues before they arise.
• Access to Working Capital: Micro-loan programs and grant opportunities.

To receive business services, click the button above and fill out the Business Profile form. A RIBBA representative will be in touch within 2 business days. If immediate assistance is required, please call 401-383-1179.