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Resources for Entrepreneurs
HELPING YOU START AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Baltimore County Public Library offers many books, resources and services for businesses and entrepreneurs:
Free WiFi
Copiers/scanners
Public computers and printers
Chromebooks available for loan
Conference/small-group study rooms available at most branches
Table space for co-working
Notary and passport services at select branches
Business databases and virtual learning tools can be accessed from home, work or in the library through our website by using your library card:
LEGAL FORMS LIBRARY
Includes Maryland business, personal, real estate and general legal forms.
REFERENCEUSA
For market research, competitive analysis and sales lead-list generation. Search listings of U.S. and Canadian businesses by location, including contact information, employee size, sales volume or business type. The consumer database includes demographics and lifestyle attributes.
STANDARD AND POOR’S NETADVANTAGE
Presents investment information on stocks, bonds and
VALUELINE
Source of information and advice on approximately 1,700 stocks, more than 90 industries, the stock market and the economy.
LINKEDIN LEARNING
An online education company offering thousands of video courses in software, creative and business skills
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
An online curriculum with assessments, case studies, games and simulations for careers in communication technology and cybersecurity.
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but don’t know how to launch it? Already started a business but unsure about taking it to the next level? Interested in being your own boss? Join the Entrepreneur Academy to learn more about marketing research and business strategies, and how
to develop your business plan. Presented in
Center and CASH Campaign of Maryland, this multi-part series lets you take advantage of legal, networking and extensive library and business resources.
Small business counseling and other programs for the business community are often held at branches. See bcpl.info for details.
MY LIBRARIAN FOR
SMALL BUSINESS
Get one-on-one personal assistance with a
free 60-minute session to assist you with your small business questions. Available at any of our branches by appointment. Call your branch or check online at bcpl.info/services.
