The Lower Cape Cod Community Development Corporation
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Small Business Programs

Encouraging small business development and job growth

The Lower Cape Cod CDC is committed to supporting economic development within our community through programs and education that foster the start-up and growth of local businesses, as well as those that tackle the unique business challenges of the fishing and aquaculture industries, home-based businesses, artists and other crafts people on the Lower Cape.

Education and Training

Smart Start Workshop

The Smart Start Workshop is a three part interactive program for individuals at the early stages of business development. Participants learn how to apply best practices of successful corporations to their own small business – including identifying and understanding their market, analyzing the competition, and assessing their management strengths and weaknesses. If you are wondering if your business idea is a good one, or if you want to sharpen your basic business skills, this workshop is for you. To learn more about the Smart Start Workshop or to sign up for our next session, please contact Lisa Panaccione, Business Development Specialist, at (508) 240-7873 ext. 25 or via email.

Seminars

We offer a variety of seminars throughout the year aimed at improving your business, personal and life management skills. Past seminars include Pricing Strategies, Time Management, Managing Cash Flow, and Growth Strategies for your Business. We encourage you to check our calendar regularly for a list of upcoming seminars, or sign up for our email newsletter to stay informed of Lower Cape CDC programming, news and events.

One-on-One Business Development

A Business Development Specialist is available to meet one-on-one with business owners to discuss a variety of business issues, including business plan creation, marketing, financial management and operational issues. To learn more or to set up an appointment, please contact Lisa Panaccione, Business Development Specialist, at (508) 240-7873 ext. 25 or via email.

Business Builders On the Air

Tuesdays at 12:30 PM on WOMR, 92.1 FM or webcast at www.womr.org

Business Builders On the Air is a weekly radio talk show featuring business owners and business related guests discussing the unique issues and challenges they face doing business on the Lower Cape. Learn More.

TechSMART

The TechSMART program supports business owners on the Lower Cape by helping them to streamline and grow their small businesses with integrated technology solutions. Learn More.

Micro Lending

Through the Micro Loan Program, the Lower Cape Cod CDC provides loans to qualified businesses of up to $40,000. These loans can be used for working capital, real estate for the use of small business, and for machinery and equipment. Learn More.

Programs for Artists

The Lower Cape Cod CDC recognizes the unique character the many local artists and artisans bring to our community, as well as the multitude of challenges these artists face each day in trying to make a living through their art. In response to these challenges, the CDC offers a number of programs that focus on the professional and personal development of our valuable artist community. Learn More.

Page last updated: March 16, 2008

Lower Cape Cod Community Development Corporation
P.O. Box 1860
Main Street Mercantile
North Eastham, MA 02651
(800) 220-6202