Small Business Association
Small business associations probably fall into two groups,
namely chambers of commerce and industry groups.
Chambers of commerce are usually focussed on providing
services to the local business community. Businesses from any industry can
belong to a chamber of commerce.
Industry groups are small business associations that focus
on businesses in a particular industry, such as IT, automotive or book dealers.
In any case, it often pays to become a member of a small
business association. It means that you can network with your peers. Small
business associations also provide useful information that can help you with
running your small business. They often hold trade shows. Apart from giving you
further insight into your industry, trade shows may also provide leads to
generate more business.
To find your local small business association, it's best to go to a major
search engine. Type in the term small business association together with the name of
your state or city. Alternatively, have a look at the website of the National Small Business Association.
