ERIC works closely with external resources in our local area such as
The national website for this wonderful organization sponsored by the Small Business Administration, SCORE stands for Service Corp of Retired Executives and is a source for FREE consulting on business startups.
This provides specific mentoring for anyone in the Western CT region. Click here for support and access to workshops.
Small Business Development Center
This is the site for getting support as you begin your business. Also sponsored by the Small Business Administration, there are many resources available nationwide, plus locally for things like business planning, research and financing options.
The Western CT office of the SBDC is staffed by Nelson Marchan. Click to get information on what is available in CT and register to request business advising.
Visit this page for a list of maker spaces, co-working spaces, incubators, innovation centers and other governmental resources throughout the state.
Resources in the Greater Danbury Area include the following:
Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut
Entrepreneurship, Research, Innovation, Creativity 