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BizLinC connects entrepreneurs and existing businesses with free personalized guidance, practical resources, and the right people to help them move forward. Whether you’re starting, growing, or strengthening a business in Lincoln County, we’re here to help you find your next step.
Starting a Business
Ready to bring your dream to life but not sure where to go next? Let us help you take the next step towards your goals!
Business Planning & Growth
Have a solid business idea that could use a little more structure? Work with us to create a strong plan for success!
Financing & Funding
Looking for options to make your business financially feasible? Let us connect you with funding resources and partners.
Workforce & Training
People are at the heart of every business but recruiting, retaining, training, and managing a team is tough. We can help!
Government "Red Tape"
Struggling with issues due to licensing, permitting, zoning, or other government red tape? We can help you cut through!
Resources & Support
Are you feeling overwhelmed and all alone? We can connect you with the people and info you need to succeed!
How Can BizLinC Help?
Not sure where to start?
Let's Talk!
BizLinC offers FREE, confidential, personalized business assistance for anyone who lives, works, owns, or is considering starting a business in Lincoln County. Tell us a little about what you’re working on, and we’ll connect with you to arrange a conversation - in-person, via phone, or online, whatever you need.
No cost. No obligation.
Just a confidential conversation about what you need.
BizLinC Meeting Request
Prefer to Start Exploring on Your Own?
Check out the following resources to get started!
Each one offers valuable information and tools to support current and aspiring business leaders.
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Get no-cost, confidential, guided help with business planning, funding procurement, training programs, and more
City of Merrill's Guide
to Start a Business
Follow the City's step-by-step guide as you prepare to open a business in (or around) Merrill
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WI Women's Business Initiative Corporation
Provides funding, training & resources to people interested in starting, strengthening or expanding businesses
Wisconsin Economic Development Corp (WEDC)
Assists small businesses
across the state with grants, strategy development, access to expertise, and export assistance
SCORE - West Central Wisconsin
Supports entrepreneurs and small business owners with free, expert mentoring and practical business guidance
Northcentral WI
Entrepreneurship Portal
Explore lists of resources, funding, training opportunities, and more from the NC WI Regional Planning Commission