Information Services for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
Our specially trained business librarians offer boutique-style service to fit your needs—market information, competitive intelligence, data on industry trends, sample business plans, and more. Contact us with your business idea or question and a business librarian will respond in one business day.
Our suite of research databases includes sources for demographics, market research and market segmentation, plus comprehensive resources for nonprofit businesses and thousands of articles from leading business publications. Access the databases for free either at the library or online using your library card.
Demographic data useful for opening a business, finding audiences for products/services, and analyzing the needs of a given population.
In addition, DCL offers LinkedIn Learning video courses, as well as meeting rooms and study rooms that may be reserved for uninterrupted work, client meetings, and group presentations, with free wireless internet access.
Our specially trained business librarians are here to help you with your research.
Help starting a new business with sample business plans, registration and other startup information.
Market information, competitive intelligence, industry trends, and operation assistance for established businesses.
Instruction and best practices for using and understanding the wealth of data reported in the above business databases.
Free workshops on small-business topics. In partnership with the South Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC).