Specifications include, but are not limited to: • Technical Assistance in the following areas: o Accounting & Bookkeeping o Assistance applying to available grants including business plan preparation. o Legal advice & services o Marketing, Communications, Branding & Public Relations. o Customer data & User experience analytics o Strategic and business planning o Human resources & Payroll services o Information & Computer Technology (IT) services o Website Development Support o Business funding pitch & grant writing o Supply chain & procurement o E-Commerce o Fostering innovation and technology adoption o Sustainability o LEAN manufacturing • Entrepreneurship and business start-up training • Mentorship programming and networking opportunities • Assistance with accessing “next stage” manufacturing, R&D facilities and/or shared commercial kitchen spaces. • Assist small food retail and grocers or corner stores in areas with low access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthier food options to bring in more fresh and less processed foods. • Assistance and education relating to access new market channels and wholesale readiness. • Assistance registering a business with the state and a municipality. • Training and assistance with a licensing process • Assistance and education relating to access to capital and banking requirements. • DEDI Directory registration preparedness • Information and assistance around business readiness for government contracting. • Translation services
