Business Development

We provide programs and services designed to help small businesses grow, build sustainable wealth, and create jobs to impact their communities.

Business Mentorship

Work with a business owner to gain the perspective and confidence needed to grow and sustain your business.

Business Growth Program

Our resources are designed to help businesses grow and scale. RIBBA is uniquely positioned to be the key to grow Rhode Island's economy.

Get Your Business Started

RIBBA is here to provide the mentorship, resources, and connections you need to start your business.

Our Business Development Services Include:

One-on-One Business Development Support

Work with a Small Business Specialist to navigate business challenges, increase business skills, and drive sales.

One-On-One Business Counseling

Take advantage of our personalized advisory service where an experienced mentor provides tailored support to business owners. This individualized guidance helps clients identify challenges, develop strategies, and enhance decision-making skills, empowering them to achieve their business goals and navigate operational complexities.

Business Certification Assistance

Interested in obtaining your MBE/ WBE Certification? Visit your online portal to get started. RIBBA also educates members on why certification with the state of Rhode Island can increase their contracting opportunities, and help increase their capacity to bid with larger-scale public and private contracts.

Business Mentorship

Work with a business owner to gain the perspective and confidence needed to grow and sustain your business.

Marketing & Social Media Support

Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to take advantage of social media, e-mail and social networks—like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram—to market products and services, engage with existing customers, and reach new ones.

Financial Analysis

Work with a Small Business Specialist to evaluate the financial performance of your business. This involves analyzing financial statements, ratios, and other financial data to gain insights into your company’s financial health.

Workforce Development

RIBBA offers leadership, training and development for your employees, development that aim to maximize their job success and career pathway.

Trainings & Workshops

RIBBA offers quality educational opportunities including leadership and mentorship training programs aims to build capacity and develop necessary professional skills. We also offer business development resources that help our members manage and grow successful businesses.

Website Development

Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to ensure your website is user-focused, easy to navigate, and SEO-friendly. This helps to reach more customers, boost sales, and increase revenue.

Business Pitch Competition

Every year, we proudly host our Young Adult Business Pitch Competition, where we empower and support the next generation of entrepreneurs right here in Rhode Island.

Legal Services

Work with a RIBBA Small Business Consultant to support you and your business and achieve your goals with expert advice and skilled representation. It is best to have law support on your side to help prevent issues before they arise.

Access to Working Capital

We offer micro-loan programs and grant opportunities.

One-on-One Business Development Support

Work with a Small Business Specialist to navigate business challenges, increase business skills, and drive sales.

Let’s Get Started Growing Your Business Today!

Fill out a Business Profile to get started today. Once filled out, a RIBBA representative will be in touch within 2 business days.

Target Population of Businesses Outreached to:

11,000+

% of Businesses Reporting Increased Job Creation After Services:0%
% of Businesses Reporting Increased Gross Income After Services:0%
6000

Total Number of Businesses Outreached to and Counting

Let’s Get Started

Fill out a Business Profile to get started today. Once filled out, a RIBBA representative will be in touch within 2 business days.