Retail - Alexandria Small Business Development Center

Resources & Programs

There are many resources and programs offered by the Alexandria SBDC. Whether you are just starting a business, managing an existing business, or looking to grow your company, you can find important information organized by stage of growth. Perhaps you would like to browse our listing of topics by industry to identify resources that are relevant to your business. You can also find important information listed by area of need, which covers a variety of topics on which business owners frequently have questions. Last, but certainly not least, explore our list of partner programs to find other resources that may assist you in your endeavors.

Retail businesses can benefit from business basics applicable to all business types, such as:

Business Planning
Cash flow management
Marketing, networking, and social media
Government requirements, particularly taxation
Human resource issues
Signage

However, there are additional resources applicable particularly to retailers. The SBDC has a Retail Self-Assessment that is helpful in determining areas where you need specific assistance. Resources available particularly to retailers in the City of Alexandria include:

Alexandria Restaurant & Retail Small Business Initiative materials
Retail Industry Specialist who presents training programs and does in-store visits
Educational programs
Checklists and other materials in the Retail Section of the Resource Library
Partnership with the Visit Alexandria, which can connect retailers to opportunities for promotion