Partnership Gwinnett is a public-private partnership dedicated to strengthening the economic vitality of the community in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Since 2007, Partnership Gwinnett has worked with its local partners to attract and retain jobs, cultivate capital investment, support educational institutions, and foster workforce development.

6500 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, GA 30097
Email: entrepreneurship@partnershipgwinnett.com

The Atlanta Metro Challenge is a data-driven regional export strategy that seeks to increase economic impact of exports for metro Atlanta by expanding a sustainable export ecosystem and culture and engaging local companies to build their export capacity. The online portal provides information and resources for companies looking to grow through exports.

Coursera is an education company that provides access to online courses on a range of categories from business to engineering, all from the world’s top universities. Courses are offered year-round in four different languages. Registration is free.

The Georgia Chamber has placed an expanded focus on providing additional tools and resources to help small businesses—more than 73% of our membership—grow. One of these resources is the Small Business Advisory Council (SBAC), which serves to give a voice to Georgia’s small business owners by working with the Chamber to advocate for initiatives, including state and federal legislation, that have a positive effect on the small business community.

270 Peachtree Street, NE
Suite 2200
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 223-2264

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) encourages the expansion of existing industries and small businesses within the area.  Through the Entrepreneur Friendly Community program, the GDEcD works to build small business strategy into the community’s overall economic development strategies.

75 5th Street NW
Suite 1200
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 962-4000

The mission of the BEAR Center is to support the local business community with economic and business-related research and analysis as well as provide outreach services, including statistical and other business-related training. The BEAR Center is also committed to furthering the mission of the School of Business by fostering continuous improvement in scholarship and in student engagement.

School of Business, W-2101
Georgia Gwinnett College
1000 University Center Lane
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Phone: (678) 407-5396

The Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute (EI²) assists with various business launches and developments, including providing services to manufacturers and healthcare providers. EI² provides integrated support to entrepreneurs and early-stage companies in Georgia by helping to evaluate the commercial potential of intellectual property.

75 5th St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 894-2222

With a mission to Champion Business, the Gwinnett Chamber offers more than 300 programs annually that provide ample opportunities to build your business through both content and connections. From savings programs to events focused on professional development, expanding your contacts, or awards programs that enhance entrepreneurs exposure, the Gwinnett Chamber can be the cornerstone of your small business’s success. We understand that entrepreneurs are the engines of our economy and we believe small business is a big deal.

6500 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, GA 30097
Phone: (678) 957-4958
Email: info@gwinnettchamber.org

The Gwinnett County Public Library provides access to a wealth of information on all aspects of starting and running a business. Resources include Gale Courses (six-week online courses on various business topics), the Morningstar Investment Research Center, and the Foundation Center Funding Information Network. The library has meeting spaces and learning labs at the Suwanee, Five Forks, Hamilton Mill, Lilburn, and Norcross branches.

3480 Duluth Park Lane NW
Duluth, GA 30096
Phone: (770) 978-5154

The Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center is a County-sponsored facility designed to support entrepreneurs and nurture small business startups. When it opens later this year, the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center will provide member businesses with instruction, networking connections, coworking space, and offices. Additionally, services available to regional entrepreneurs will include:
• Classes
• Workshops
• Business coaching
• Peer learning

405 North Perry Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Email: GEC@GwinnettCounty.com

Whether you are about to launch a startup company or already manage an existing small business, Gwinnett Technical College has a program to help you succeed. The Business Division’s marketing department has two programs directly related to entrepreneurship: a certificate in entrepreneurship and a certificate in small business management, each of which can be completed within two semesters. 

5150 Sugarloaf Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Email: admissions@GwinnettTech.edu
Phone: (678) 226-6616   

The Open Innovation Forum is designed to catalyze collaboration between major corporations, growth and mid-stage companies, startups and research universities in metro Atlanta. The Open Innovation Forum was created to showcase the innovation needs of regional companies to solution providers from the local and global communities; which will facilitate development, commercialization and deployment of new science and technology in metro Atlanta.

1266 West Paces Ferry Road, #222
Atlanta, GA 30327
Phone: (404) 422-0330

The MiT Enterprise Forum of Atlanta provides educational programs and services that promote and strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship in the Southeast. It also organizes events, workshops, and programs specifically designed for entrepreneurs.

1266 West Paces Ferry Road, #222
Atlanta, GA 30327
Phone: (404) 422-0330

Dedicated to entrepreneurial education and the formation, growth, and success of small businesses nationwide, SCORE is a non-profit organization that matches entrepreneurs with local volunteer mentors. Among its affordable services, SCORE provides business tools, such as templates and tips, confidential business counseling, and business workshops and webinars.

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) assists existing and prospective business owners by offering a wide variety of training, one-on-one consulting, economic development related market research, and technical assistance. SBDC also offers expertise in international trade, specialty programs, and consulting for minority entrepreneurs. There are other centers at Georgia Southern University and the University of Georgia.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers an online Startup Toolkit, information on starting a business, creating a business plan, and tips on financing a business. Also, it launched the U.S. Chamber Small Business Nation, a community founded on the open exchange of information and ideas, to support the growth and prosperity of small businesses.

Small Business Administration offers market research helps you find customers for your business. Competitive analysis helps you make your business unique. Combine them to find a competitive advantage for your small business.