Why Elizabeth City

business assistance centers

If you’re interested in starting your own business, or improving the one you already have, these business assistance centers have a wealth of information to help your business grow.

College of The Albemarle’s Small Business Center
Business and Industry Services meets the needs of existing and potential businesses and industries in a seven-county service area by offering one-on-one counseling, innovative and industry-specific training opportunities, and professional development programs.
(252) 335-0821 Ext. 2231

Elizabeth City State University’s Small Business & Technology Development Center
SBTDC is an interinstitutional program serving North Carolina's small business community. SBTDC offers help with technology development and commercialization, high-quality educational programs and services, first-rate publications and business resources, and strong advocacy on behalf of small businesses.
(252) 335-3247

North Carolina Department of Commerce's Business ServiCenter
The Business ServiCenter is your gateway to business information, programs, and resources. It is here to make it easier for you to meet the many challenges and requirements, when you are starting a business in the State of North Carolina.
(800) 228-8443 or (919) 715-2864

North Carolina State University Industrial Extension Service
IES helps your company deploy latest technologies and best practices in both engineering and business management to increase productivity, efficiency, quality - and profits.
(800) 227-0264

North Carolina Military Business Center
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is a collaborative effort between North Carolina business and industry and the North Carolina Community College System. With satellite locations at Craven Community College, Coastal Carolina Community College and Wayne Community College, the NCMBC works through the 53 Small Business Centers at the other Community Colleges across the state to provide services. The mission of the Military Business Center is to leverage the presence of the military in North Carolina to promote economic development and quality of life for all.
(910) 323-4587