INVESTING & CAPITAL FOR BUSINESSES

University of Idaho Research Park
Based in nearby Post Falls and designed to link the University of Idaho, business, and commercial uses physically and programmatically. The Research Park houses five technology and natural resource-adjacent organizations including Sentry Dynamics (web-based services incorporating geographic information systems (GIS)), TechHelp (statewide network for clients in technology-based businesses), the United States Geological Survey (biology, geography, geology, geospatial information, and water and the study of landscape, natural resources, and threatening natural hazards), SunTropics (which is dedicated to bringing Filipino fruits to the US), and the American Wagyu Association (promotes and upholds US standards for Wagyu beef). Additionally, they have three University of Idaho programs, classrooms, and conference rooms.
http://www.uidaho.edu/uirp.aspx 
888.660.8477

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LOCAL BUSINESS SERVICES

Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce
You are here! We promote, support, and develop the business community of the Greater Sandpoint area.
www.sandpointchamber.com
208.263.2161

Idaho Department of Labor, Sandpoint Branch
For information about unemployment insurance and labor laws or help with employee recruitment, check out the Idaho Department of Labor’s main website.
labor.idaho.gov

Idaho Department of Labor – Labor Market Information
Need to know about the local economy or labor market? For employment, wages, and current events affecting local markets, see the Idaho Department of Labor’s labor market information website
lmi.idaho.gov
208.263.7544

Ponderay Community Development Corporation
Provides support for businesses within the city of Ponderay, addressing issues such as infrastructure and transportation.
208.255.2414

Bonner County Economic Development Corporation
Works to assist businesses with their relocation and expansion in and around the Greater Sandpoint area.
www.bonnercountyedc.com
208.265.6402

REGIONAL SERVICES

Idaho Small Business Development Center (ISBDC)
ISBDC, located at North Idaho College in Coeur d’Alene, provides no-cost business coaching, low-cost business workshops, and free business resources. Their business coaches have backgrounds with $10 million profit & loss responsibility and were either corporate executives and/or business owners. Each coach has a rigorous 6 to 8 month training to become certified, so they offer top-notch expertise to small businesses.
www.idahosbdc.org
208.769.3284

SCORE – Counselors to America’s Small Business
Ask SCORE for Business Advice. Get free, confidential business advice from a business expert via phone, e-mail, or in person with a local counselor.
www.score.org
800.634.0245 or 509.353.2821

Selkirk Association of Realtors
Affiliated with the Idaho Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors, comprised of licensed estate agents and certified or licensed real estate appraisers.
www.slkirkaor.com
208.265.2227

STATEWIDE SERVICES

Selecting an Accountant
Idaho State Board of Accountancy
208.334.2490

Selecting an Attorney
Idaho State Bar
208.334.4500

Business Filing
Idaho Secretary of State
208.334.2301

Insurance Information & Requirements
Idaho Department of Insurance
800.721.3272

Product & Service Protection
Idaho’s Attorney General
www2.state.id.us/ag
208.334.2400

Taxes
Federal Taxes
www.irs.gov
800.829.1040

State Taxes
www.tax.idaho.gov
208.334.7660

Businesses with Employees
Idaho Commerce & Labor
www.labor.idaho.gov
208.263.7544

Growth & Expansion
Idaho Department of Commerce Business Development
www.labor.idaho.gov
208.263.7544

Bonner County Economic Development Corporation
www.bonnercountyedc.com
208.265.6402

Idaho Department of Commerce
The mission of the Idaho Department of Commerce is to create jobs, strengthen communities, and market the state. They have five main roles: economic development, Idaho film office, international trade, office of science and technology, and tourism development.
http://commerce.idaho.gov/
208.334.247

USEFUL WEBSITES

ChooseWhat

ChooseWhat has a business checklist on its front page that gives the 22 main steps to starting your own business. It’s both simple and thorough. Even better, ChooseWhat also has detailed articles to give you more information if you’re interested in learning more. 
www.choosewhat.com

Wall Street Journal Site for Small Businesses
The Wall Street Journal offers a site dedicated to small businesses and the self-employed with listings of business ventures, franchises, a database of venture capital firms, HR issues for small businesses (from Careerjournal.com), articles from the WSJ, and a free online business plan creation and evaluation tool.
online.wsj.com/small-business

Idaho Business Resource
The ultimate Website for Idaho businesses, especially for starting businesses and keeping in contact with Idaho State government agencies:
business.idaho.gov

Idaho Small Business Solutions
New to business or to Idaho? Start with the Business Wizard. It will give you information about business regulations and free and low-cost business assistance programs. The Resource Guide will give you a customized checklist of funding and other business development resources in the area. This site will give you a customized checklist of local, state, and federal taxes and regulations that affect your business. There is also information on licenses and permits that you might need as well as registering your business in Idaho.
idahobizhelp.idaho.gov

Business Resources for the State of Idaho
Business tools, information, licenses, and forms from the state of Idaho whether your business is just beginning, moving to Idaho, or expanding.
www.business.idaho.gov

Business Owners Toolkit
Offers practical advice on starting and running a business where you can see the specific employment, tax, and other laws of the state you’re operating in.
www.toolkit.com

Small Business Administration
Offers financial, business management, and government procurement assistance programs, surety bond guarantee services, minority small business assistance programs, business workshops, and publications.
www.sba.gov/wa/spokane/
509.353.2800

Teamwork in the Marketing Field
Learn more about helping your team function better with the tips and resources outlined in this guide.
http://www.sms-marketing.us/teamwork-marketing.html