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SBDCNet provides small business research services to the entire 1,100+ member SBDC Network of Small Business Development Centers. Resources include a broad range of financial, market and demographic research reports by industry and geographic location. In addition to supporting small business entrepreneurs, SBDCNet offers an array of products and services to support small to mid-size community development.

Provides guides that help businesses understand their regulatory requirements and improve their operations; a search engine connected to federal, state and local government websites; government agency contants, forms and FAQs. Managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Organization with the goal of "promoting economic growth" in the area, this site features local labor and business data as well as other resources designed to support existing businesses and encourage new growth.

Program at Iowa State University that provides provides data and research on local economic, demographic, and social trends. (formerly known as RECAP)