RESOURCES

Business Development Office Hours

Whether you’ve just had that “ah-ha!” moment for your business idea or you’re feeling ready to make your first hire, Vermont’s Small Business Development Center has talented advisors from a range of backgrounds to support your work. At Do North we’re happy to have VTSBDC advisor Richard Daniells on tap to share his expertise in operations, IT, human resources, and business analysis. Join Richard on the first and third Mondays of every month, from 11AM to 3PM.

Green Mountain Accelerator Fund

“Last in” investment of up to $100,000 for scalable entrepreneurship and tech job creation in rural Vermont’s early-stage tech startups. With a focus on female founders, GMFF helps transform innovative early-stage businesses into thriving companies. Not just a source of capital, the Accelerator Fund’s advisory team supports technology-driven entrepreneurial ecosystem development throughout the state’s rural areas including the Northeast Kingdom.

Scale Here, by VCET

From your CRM and payment processing app, to cloud credits and HR software, your monthly costs add up. Scale Here, developed by the Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies (VCET) is a platform to help your startup save big when it matters most. This curated set of discounts and perks from companies we love is included in your Do North membership. If you’re interested in accessing Scale Here, contact VCET’s Community Manager, Ema at ema@vcet.co. Don’t see something you’re already using? Let Ema know! They may be able to help.

Mentoring for Self-starters

The Do North Mentor Network is a free and confidential mentoring service for entrepreneurs in the Northeast Kingdom. Our purpose is to connect rising entrepreneurs with experienced mentors who can help you to turn your ideas into for-profit, social-, or non-profit ventures. Interested in learning more?

Member Made Goodness

Most of us know that to make it in Vermont you’re going to need a side hustle – because its a great way to connect with others, its good for our mental health, puts your land and animals to work, or help to makes end meet. We’re no different at Do North.
    Here’s a selection of what’s available from Do North members:
    • Hot sauce by Split Acres Farm
    • Maple syrup by Merlin Spring Hill Farm
    • Eggs fresh weekly from a member in Wheelock, Vermont.
    Member Made Goodies at Do North

    Become a Part of Our Mentor Network.

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