Business
For enterprising research
Whether you want to find a business or start one, you’ll find resources here.
Business Planning and Management Resources
Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation: BDCC
“A private, nonprofit economic development organization that serves as a catalyst for industrial and commercial growth throughout Southeastern Vermont. Our goal is to assist start-up companies, growing companies, and global businesses alike, in order to support continued success stories in our region.” The library is happy to partner with BDCC, which sustains many creative projects to further its mission.
*Gale Business Entrepreneurship
Practical tools for small and home-based businesses and entrepreneurs, through the Vermont Online Library. Try it for sample business plans and quick guides to business management. For articles and data on U.S. industries and companies, see *Business Insights: Essentials, also part of the V.O.L., which is free to Vermonters through the Vermont Department of Libraries/IMLS.
Online Learning for Business Success
*Udemy
A dynamic online learning platform for convenient, self-directed learning in 75+ categories, including business, technology, and personal development. The Udemy collection is continually updated so that users can develop skills in current and popular subjects. It is provided free to Vermont library users to help our communities thrive and grow.
Udemy access is funded though the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Business Directory
*AtoZdatabases
Continually updated directory of U.S. businesses and individuals. Use for job searching, marketing, locating services, and making connections. Custom searches allow flexible searching of industries and businesses in specific geographic areas.
Business Alliances and Clubs
*Resources with an asterisk require a Brooks Memorial Library card or access on-site at the library.


