Wednesday, August 27, 2008

1. You will have a prominent business address in Historic Downtown Kinston
2. You will receive premium office space at a very attractive rental rate: either $8.50 or $10.00 a square foot.
3. Your basic telephone service, with voice mail, is included in your rent. You will only have to pay for any long distance service and toll charges.
4. A staff receptionist will be available during normal business hours to provide personal assistance for callers who prefer not to use the voice mail feature, or who arrive unannounced.
5. Your office will have free Internet connection, with intranet services also included.
6. You can share a postal meter, and a networked printer with photocopier, fax, and scanner features at nominal per-usage rates.
7. You can reserve a conference room or training room for meetings, presentations, demonstrations, workshops, or special occasions.
8. You will have access to technical assistance from employees of Lenoir Community College and from local business owners and operators.
9. You will be encouraged to participate in business training programs, workshops, and seminars that are developed with you and your success in mind.
10. The success rate for small businesses that utilize entrepreneur support facilities is much higher than for those who begin independently.