BUSINESS NAVIGATION SERVICES

Project of Mobile Chamber

We are here to help. We support early-stage entrepreneurs and individuals who are interested in starting a business as well as emerging small businesses that are ready to scale. Sign up with a Business Navigator to learn more.

Mentoring
Education
Planning

Whether you have an idea for a business or you’re a seasoned entrepreneur who is looking to expand an existing business, Business Navigation Services can help. You will receive one-on-one counseling with a small business advisor to discuss challenges, identify opportunities, and develop a plan of action to help you reach your goals. Business Navigation Services is the starting point for your business journey.

Quick Facts

Entrepreneurs who are looking to start, manage, and/or grow their businesses. No matter the stage of your business, the Mobile Chamber’s Business Development Navigators can help you along your path.

Anyone interested in starting or growing a business would be an excellent candidate for this program. The support provided through Business Navigation Services is personalized to address the individual business owner’s interests, needs, and goals.

During a Business Navigation session, the Business Navigator will discuss the current situation/needs for you and your business and guide you in making sure you are ready to take advantage of MobileCAN! programming for networking, education, finance, mentoring, and planning.Business Navigation Sessions generally last for one hour and participants can expect the following:

One-on-One Consultation: An individualized meeting with a Business Development Navigator who will offer advice, make connections, and recommend programs or resources to help your business thrive. During this session we will ask you to complete some paperwork to become a client and help us identify needs.

SSBCI Technical Assistance: Business Navigation Services offer State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance. We can help you understand eligibility requirements and connect with industry professionals before you apply.

Referrals: We have a network of over 50 resources that can support your business. After reviewing your business goals and challenges faced, a Business Development Navigator will connect you to programs and resources in our local and state-wide community to help you reach your goals.

On-Going Support: Throughout the process of building your business, we offer on-going support . Just call to set up a check-in meeting with your Business Development Navigator any time you have a question or encounter a roadblock.

Interested in meeting with a Business Development Navigator? The program is open to anyone, all you need to do is sign up for an appointment. A business owner or entrepreneur can email [email protected] or visit the contact page to submit an inquiry or contact a Business Navigator directly. Our Business Development Navigator will follow up with you to schedule an appointment and get started!