Business Support, Services, Planning & Resources

We’re here to help with all of your business needs and are your portal to an array of support, services, resources, assistance and financial resources. Contact Team TACC to schedule an appointment!

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce offers business support directly to its members, existing businesses and potential new businesses as well as through a variety of partner organizations including the  Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Essex County Industrial Development Agency (ECIDA), Adirondack Economic Development Corporation, Center For Businesses In Transition & S.C.O.R.E./North Country Chamber of Commerce. These partnerships will give members, existing businesses, and potential new businesses access to expertise from regional business professionals versed in every aspect of business, from start up to expansion. The Chamber also works closely locally with PRIDE of Ticonderoga and the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership.

Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce: 

Make an appointment with TACC Today! We’re here for you! We work one on one with existing businesses, new entrepreneurs, businesses/companies looking to locate in the Ticonderoga Area, or those just thinking of starting a business. We offer an array of BUSINESS SUPPORT, PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT, SERVICES, & RESOURCES that are completely confidential. We will also work along side you and our partners. Together we are your Business Support Team! 

To make your business support and services appointment with Matthew Courtright, TACC President & CEO call 518-585-6619 or email mcourtright@ticonderogany.com. 

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) – SUNY Canton SBDC at Clinton Community College

The Small Business Development Center is part of a statewide network of 24 regional centers located throughout New York State. The New York State SBDC (NYS/SBDC) is accredited by the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) and has more than two decades of serving the small business community. TACC partners with the SBCC to bring their services and an array of trainings to the Ticonderoga Area.

Their core services are:

• Free and confidential one-on-one counseling,
• Market/industry research assistance
• Customized business training seminars

The  SBDC is supported by the State University of New York and the U.S. Small Business Administration to provide high quality business counseling and training to New Yorkers who want to start a business or improve the performance of an existing business. Due to this support, their services are free of charge. The SBDC business advisors provide support to North Country entrepreneurs by providing information, counseling, technical assistance and training to help them meet the challenge of today’s complex economy.

Counselors will tailor one-on-one counseling to meet your needs. Some topics commonly addressed include:

•  Business plan development / Cash flow projections
•  Financial analysis / Legal and regulatory information
•  Marketing assistance / Business start-up information
•  Buying and selling a business / Human resource development
•  Import/export assistance / Government procurement

Their staff is comprised of business professionals with either small business ownership or executive management experience. They can help you develop practical solutions to deal with the challenges of starting and operating a successful business.

To Make An Appointment Contact Small Business Development Center

• at 518­-324-7232 or click here! For more INFO visit www.nysbdc.org!

For More Information Contact The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce

• at 518­-585-6619 or email chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a monthly services  in coordination with the  Small Business Development Center (SBDC) where services available via the SBDC are directly available at the Chamber Office. Appointments are typically available each month from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, unless otherwise indicated. APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED by calling 518-324-7232.

For more information call 518-585-6619 or email mcourtright@ticonderogany.com. 

2021 Small Business Development Services are currently via zoom. Make your virtual appointment by clicking here!

Essex County Industrial Development Agency (ECIDA)

The ECIDA mission is to create a viable business atmosphere that will attract compatible and diverse sustainable economic development opportunities while focusing on major assets, retention / expansion projects, quality of life and job creation.

The IDA can provide financing through loan and bond programs, economic incentives, assistance with local regulatory agencies, and building/site location assistance. The Essex County IDA has a variety of financing opportunities available. The ECIDA is also able to partner with New York State and other Regional development organizations. For detailed information on the following, contact the ECIDA office.

• Essex County IDA Loan Program
• Tax-exempt Industrial Bonds (IRB’s)
• Straight Lease Transactions
• PILOT (Payment in lieu of Taxes)
• Property Tax Abatement
• NEW EB-5 Program

For more information on the ECIDA or the above programs

• 518-873-9114 or visit www.essexcountyida.com

Adirondack Economic Development Corporation

TACC also works closely with AEDC to provide an array of support, services, resources, and trainings.

The Adirondack Economic Development Corporation Inc. (AEDC) is a not-for-profit economic development corporation. AEDC was formed in 1976 as a cooperative effort of community leaders from towns in the northern Adirondacks to reduce traditionally higher than average levels of unemployment and to expand employment opportunities for the residents of the region. Mission: To foster the growth of North Country communities through support for existing and new small businesses. Vision: We envision vibrant communities within the North Country, driven by small businesses. AEDC will provide the resources they need to create new jobs, personal wealth and strong local economies.

AEDC fulfills our mission by providing a clear path to self-employment through a four-pronged approach that includes:
1) Classroom training
2) One-on-one technical assistance
3) Access to capital through our various micro-lending programs
4) Continuous networking of program graduates and the business

For more information visit https://aedconline.com. 

Center For Businesses In Transition

TACC serves as the Community Liaison for the Center For Businesses In Transition via the Adirondack North Country Association. The Adirondack North Country Center for Businesses in Transition addresses the loss of area businesses by providing matchmaking services with potential buyers, access to planning tools and connection with existing services. The Center is a dynamic partnership between regional organizations and individuals invested in the retention of local businesses and the future of our communities. The goal is to help owners sell their businesses on the open market, complete intergenerational family transitions or convert to an employee-owned or cooperative model.

Contact Us if…

You are a business owner looking to retire or transfer ownership and you need assistance:

• Navigating available resources
• Finding suitable successors
• Accessing capital

Or if you are an aspiring entrepreneur looking to:

• Purchase an existing business
• Start on a new career path leading to business ownership
• Find out more about employee ownership models and opportunities

For more information visit: http://ownanorthcountrybusiness.com.