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Business Resources

The Library provides a variety of resources including reference materials at the Main Library, a selection of books at all branches, and various online services and resources. Links to these and additional online resources are provided on this page. Call Reference at 798-6301 for additional help or information.

Business & Investing Resources at NClive

Business ServiCenter

The Business ServiCenter provides extensive information on setting up and conducting business in North Carolina. It provides access to information on licenses and permits, referrals to agencies that impact business, and the services of a small business ombudsman.

Business Source Premier

Business journals, peer-reviewed publications, and magazines

Economic Development Intelligence System

Information business in North Carolina including searchable profiles of North Carolina Counties

Morningstar Library Edition

Comprehensive information on mutual funds and stocks

Reference USA

Details residentials, business, healthcare, and technical companies

Regional Business News

Business journals and newspapers covering metropolitan and rural areas within the U.S.

Other Online Resources & Directories

BizLink

A variety of business-related links, including access to a business library 24/7 courtesy of the Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County

Directory of North Carolina State Business Licences and Permits

Doing Business in the State

Greater Wilmington Industrial Directory

Hoovers

Profiles and information on companies, industries and executives

NAICS (North American Industry Classification System)

Yahoo! Finance

Current business and financial data, news, and analysis

LINC: Log Into North Carolina

NC statistical data including projections to 2030 and census profiles

Local Organizations & Resources

GW CORP- Greater Wilmington Coalition of Resource Providers

Coalition of government supported, not-for-profit organizations whose mission is to help you create and grow successful businesses in the region. Master calendar of workshops, seminars, and events for the business community.

SCORE - Counselors to America's Small Business

Provides free and confidential business counseling by experienced business experts.

Cape Fear Community College - Small Business Center

Source for classes, counseling, and resources

UNCW - Small Business & Technology Development Center

Provides management counseling and educational services to small and mid-sized businesses in all of North Carolina's 100 counties.

Employment Security Commission

Services for businesses and individuals

Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce

A membership organization for local business