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Bowling Green has over 30 businesses owned and operated by refugees and immigrants. Most have started their businesses on their own with their own savings or family savings. Some neighborhoods have taken on new life as a result of these businesses. The International Center advises and refers where needed. We can help you with: - Ideas: We consult with those interested in starting a small business. We subscribe to organizations who have ideas and know the business outlook. We refer our clients to experts in their field. Depending on the situation we refer to Small Business Administration, SCORE, and AARP.
- Taxes and Licenses: We assist with taxes and licenses and have volunteers who will assist with compliance with regulations.
- Business Plan Assistance: We make referrals to consultants or websites that assist with business plans.
An independent family business supplying woolen knitted sweaters for
about twelve years. They have developed their business though meeting many of
costumers at the various shows that they also attend in the Ecuador, Canada,
England, Spain, Italy and England.
In association with Otavalos' World, Made by Hands
they select most of the yarns from Ecuador
flocks, which means that your purchases are an important link in supporting the
Ecuador Rural Economy. Today, There is a greater need to use natural renewable
products and wool fulfils this needs wilts also, providing warm, stylish and
durable garments. We sincerely hope that you find what you have been looking
for. If you have any comments or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact
us.
To see more about Otavalos' World Tour 2005, click
here.
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