The ELNOS Process
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All ELNOS applications begin the same way — with an inquiry using our Business Request for Assistance form (see below). Once we’ve had a chance to review your request, we will reach out with additional questions or to schedule a meeting — virtually or in person — with an ELNOS Representative to further discuss your business idea.
At this first meeting, you should be prepared to openly discuss what your idea is, why you are the person to make it happen, and what assistance you require to move your idea forward. All discussions are strictly confidential, so you should feel comfortable sharing your plans and goals. You will leave this meeting with an action plan. The plan could include such items as: direction to do further research; referral to a consultant or another agency, or simply encouragement to move forward with developing the business proposal.
Almost without exception, the next stage of the process will involve developing some form of a business plan (templates at bottom of page). ELNOS has templates available for this purpose and our staff can work with you either directly or through a third party consultant to help ensure that your business plan accurately reflects your idea. It is important to remember that just because something is a good idea, doesn't mean that it will be a viable business.
The final business plan will be submitted to ELNOS and will be used as the basis for a credit application which will be reviewed by the ELNOS Board of Directors. The Board will either accept the proposal, reject the proposal, or accept the proposal with conditions. The Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month except July. This is a brief summary of the ELNOS application process. Please contact the office for more information or clarification.
To learn about the various programs ELNOS offers, click here.
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The Business Plan Supporting Documentation Package
The Business Plan Supporting Documentation Package - Fillable
Product/Service Pricing Markup Guidelines
New Business Start-up? Take a look at our first steps checklist here
Business Request for Assistance
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