Few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting
the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used. The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives.
    -Albert Einstein

We are happy to share a resource list that entreprenuers and business owners may find helpful. If you have any questions feel free to contact us for more information.

UAE/Middle East:

AME Info Middle East news resource.

Economist   Country briefings and forecasts.

Dessart Pro Learn more about the film "Unveiling Dubai"

Gulf-News UAE news.

Handshaikh Suggest their book,  "Don't they know it is Friday ".

Kwintessential Cross cultural business resources and training.

The Economist Intelligence Unit provides a constant flow of analysis and forecasts on more than 200 countries and eight key industries. We help executives make informed business decisions through dependable intelligence delivered online, in print, in customized research as well as through conferences and peer interchange.

Palm Sales The Palm & properties.

The Middle East Research and Information Project

Synovate  Market intelligence, office in Dubai, free newsletters on general market trends and issues globally.

Tejari  The Middle East Online Market Place, Superbrands 2005 Award.

Trust Securities
- Trust Securities now makes its presence felt on the Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX).

The World Factbook- United States government profiles of countries and non-self-governing territories around the world. Information on geography, people, government. 

UAE Interact Comprehensive news and information on UAE 

 

Social Enterprise:

Ashoka Shaping a citizen sector that is entrepreneurial, productive and globally integrated. $17 million yearly financing global fellows.

Bainbridge Graduate Institute Pioneering MBA and Certificate programs.

Care Bridge A cooperative of relief, sustainability and information technology organizations dedicated to whole-systems, community based design and development for displaced populations.

Global Partnership In business to eliminate poverty.

Institute for Social Entrepreneurs Education and training for social entrepreneurs. Focus: Earned income strategies to pursue social objectives.

One World is a two-year global leadership program for high school juniors that offers the following four areas of opportunities.

Middle East Peace Camp When people connect personally, many of the barriers that divide us will dissipate.

PATH - Program for Applied Technology in Health.

Parenting Matters A non-profit organization dedicated to helping parents in their most important job as their child's First Teacher.

Social Enterprise Group Consulting firm and training programs in social enterprise.

Social Fusion An incubator for entrepreneurs to grow businesses and nonprofits with sustainable social and environmental impacts.

Social Venture Partners Using a venture capital model, where Partners actively nurture their financial investments with guidance and resources. Excellent resources page .

Sustainable Village A social enterprise with global projects and micro credit programs. Investing all profits in developing countries, providing solutions to global problems using renewable energy and appropriate technology.

Village Reach - Going the last mile 

Entrepreneurship:

The Beehive- Entrepreneur's Center -an online guide to starting and running small businesses.

Kaufman Foundation - Kauffman Foundation’s Resources for Entrepreneurs.

Investment Forum
- An entrepreneur and investor networking and educational organization based in the Pacific Northwest.

Startupjournal - An in-depth look at issues of interest to entrepreneurs.

Venlogic
- Providing structured funding tools enabling companies to more easily raise venture financing. “Equity Marketing 101: The Art of Venture Packaging.”

Young Entrepreneurs Organiztion - A global, non-profit educational organization for today's leading business owners, and its sister graduate organization, the World Entrepreneurs' Organization (WEO).

Aspects of Business:

American Banker - Banking Resource

Bankers Online - Background checks, banking information, fraud alerts

City of Seattle - Business License Application

Internal Revenue Service - Tax Filings and Information

Master Planz - is a leading professional business planning firm that writes business plans for new and existing businesses to expand or raise capital. Business planners work closely with every client to make sure the document accurately reflects the nature of the business concern and to better help businesses clarify their vision and direction.

SBA Small Business Development Center
- Established to provide
management assistance to current and prospective small business owners.

SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) - Non-profit association is a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
SCORE is dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small businesses.

Check with your local universities for Entrepreneurial Centers. In the Seattle area, Seattle Pacific University and the University of Washington both have innovative programs.

Small Business Administration


Legal Resources:


King County Bar Association
- Check out their Links page

Raskin Snodgrass, PLLC
Seattle, WA
Patricia A. Raskin, Attorney at Law
Tel. 206 - 447 - 9400

United States Trademark & Patent Office - Information on patents and trademarks



Mind Nourishment (Reading/ Educational):

Anatoa Business Plan (by Linda Pinson, begins at the end, with the exit strategy, or how you imagine the business will end up -- whether that means selling or passing the torch to your children.Entrepreneur Magazine web site


The E-Myth by Michael Gerber. (Also available through www.emyth.com)

Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done By Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan

Harvard Business Review

Minority & Women Business Owners web site

Seattle Cares - Coming soon... this site connects those in the Northwest with international development, relief work, and global projects. In little ways, each one of us can make a difference!

Test Your Aptitude: What They Don't Teach You at Harvard Business School: Notes from a Street-Smart Executive by Mark H. McCormack - A common-sense approach highlighting important aspects of business that you cannot find in a textbook.


Motivational Speakers:

Lyfeco - Whether you are planning an important meeting, a conference or even a seminar for your group, hiring a public speaker is a great way to keep attendees entertained. A creative speaker can emphasize issues key to your company or organization's success and provide guidance for attaining success both personally and professionally.


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