SUNY Adirondack Library: BUS103: Marketing: Websites

Professional Associations

The database Business Insights Essentials lists professional associations - search for an industry then look for the Associations link.

Gale Business Insights

A professional association or trade association is invaluable to get informed advice, trends, vendor contacts and more for a specific business. Use these sources to find professional associations:

Small Business Sourcebook (6 vols.; Reference HD 2341 .S63 2011 (find trade associations, trade journals, more)
Directory of business information resources: associations, newsletters, magazines, journals, trade shows, directories; databases, websites (Reference HF54.52.U5 D56 2012).

Some examples of trade or professional associations:

Supply and Equipment Costs

Thomas.net
Formerly the print publication Thomas Register, this site lists manufacturers of specialized projects for companies. Use it for pricing, specs, to purchase special equipment, more.

Entrepreneurship Lessons

HP LIFE (Learning Initiative for Entrepreneurs)
Click Marketing tab to take free mini-courses on pricing, social media, marketing, more.

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