Often, entrepreneurs are unaware of the many different types of programs that exist to help them prosper. This is especially true for small firms.
The South Sound Regional Business Incubator functions as a clearinghouse for the myriad business and commerce support services required for entrepreneurship and success in business.
SSRBI creates jobs in the surrounding community, as well as attracts and retains outside companies, by enhancing the region’s entrepreneurial base.
It provides educational resources for entrepreneurs on how to run a successful business from the outset, by learning from the experts rather than making avoidable mistakes.
SSRBI graduates create jobs, revitalize neighborhoods, and commercialize new technologies, which strengthens local, regional, and even national economies.
In 2005 alone, North American incubators helped more than 27,000 start-up companies that provided full-time employment for more than100,000 workers and generated annual revenues of more than $17 billion.
Research has shown that 84% of the graduates stay in the local community. Also, for every $10,000 investment into business incubators such as SSRBI, about 50 jobs are created.
Incubator services include:
• Cost-effective office space
• Administrative support services
• Business training workshops and seminars
• Mentoring and coaching tailored to each business client
Incubator facility:
• 14,000 square foot building
• Easy access from Interstate 5, Hwy 18 and I-90
• 15 minutes from SeaTac International Airport
• Fully equipped meeting facilities
• 24-hour security service
• Large parking lot
• Private PO boxes with outgoing mail pickup
• High speed wireless internet
• IT services available
