Owen Alumni: Library Resource Guide

Actual business plans written by entrepreneurs in North America who are seeking financing for their business.

Geared to the business information needs of second stage entrepreneur's. Includes YourEconomy, as well as the Entrepreneur's Resource Center.

Created by The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to support entrepreneurs.

An excellent resource for information on starting and running a business aimed at both the beginner and current small business owner. Click on the tab for “Small Business Planner” tab to find guides to writing a business plan and sample plans.

Nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground; supported by the Small Business Association.

A national information clearinghouse set up to serve the Small Business Development Centers nationwide, this website and clearinghouse provide more sample business plans, information on franchises, e-commerce, procurement, home businesses, inventions, etc

This source includes an online step-by-step guide to developing a mini-plan and provides sample plans, start-up cost and cost-flow-calculators and other resources. Most information is free.

Accelerates the growth of fledgling tech-oriented businesses in the Southeast.

White papers and annual reports of interest to the Tennessee entrepreneur community.

The Mid-South Hub is an entrepreneurial institution that supports academic commercialization, economic growth, and shared prosperity across the entire Mid-South region. Funded by the US National Science Foundation, The Mid-South Hub is one of 10 Regional NSF Hubs across the country. Lead by Vanderbilt University, the Mid-South Hub spans four states

Support organization for early-stage companies.

Yearly reports containing detailed look at the growth of the venture capital industry in Nashville.

The Turner Family Center for Social Ventures is an interdisciplinary, student-led organization committed to developing socially and environmentally conscious leaders and doers. We prepare our students to drive systemic, impactful change through market-driven forces and enterprise. We provide resources and opportunities to leverage and combine the individual strengths of Vanderbilt University graduate students, faculty, and business partners.

Serves Vanderbilt Students, Staff, Faculty, Alumni, other Universities, and the Communit. y