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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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